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Page 2: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 4: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 5: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
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Page 7: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION 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 8: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 10: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..18 Ignition Key Removal .
Page 11 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Open Window Feature — Power Windows ..... . . 33 If Equipped ......24 Power Window Switches .
Page 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Rear Seat Belts ..... . . 46 Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 60 Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Event Data Recorder (EDR) .
Page 13: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer.
Page 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition switch lock cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inop- erable.
Page 15: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE feature is programmable. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Key-In-Ignition Reminder Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Cus- Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition, tomer-Programmable Features)” in “Understanding sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key. Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 16: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 SENTRY KEY seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho- bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine.
Page 17: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE All of the keys provided with your vehicle have been authorized dealer or by using the Customer Key Pro- programmed to the vehicle electronics. gramming procedure. This procedure consists of pro- gramming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank Replacement Keys key is one which has never been programmed.
Page 18: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 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 do not have a programmed Sentry Key contact your 15 seconds.
Page 19: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED To Arm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors and trunk 1. Remove the keys from the ignition switch and get out for unauthorized entry and ignition switch for unautho- of the vehicle.
Page 20: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 • The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed during NOTE: • During the 16 second arming period, if a door is trunk entry. Pressing the trunk button will not disarm opened or the ignition switch is turned ON, the the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 21: Illuminated Entry - If Equipped
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tamper Alert NOTE: • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- If the alarm was triggered, but the warning signals have timed out, the park and taillights flash three times tesy lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in (instead of the normal twice), and the horn will chirp the interior lights ON position (extreme top position).
Page 22: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • Inserting the key into the ignition switch disables all To Unlock the Doors buttons on the RKE transmitter. Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice to unlock all doors.
Page 23 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the system activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the following procedure: UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm system. 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed Flash Lights With Lock RKE transmitter for at least four seconds, but not longer The feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when...
Page 24: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 2. Release both buttons at the same time. equipped with EVIC. For details, refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, by (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Understanding pressing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE trans- Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 25: To Unlatch The Trunk
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the To Unlatch the Trunk following steps: Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two times to unlatch the trunk. 1. Press the LOCK button on a programmed RKE trans- mitter for at least four seconds, but not longer than Remote Open Window Feature —...
Page 26: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 headlights and park lights will flash, the horn will pulse NOTE: Perchlorate Material — special handling may on and off, and the Illuminated Entry system (if apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. equipped) will turn on. 1.
Page 27: General Information
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause distance, check for these two conditions. battery deterioration.
Page 28: How To Use Remote Start
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 How to Use Remote Start WARNING! All of the following conditions must be met before the • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or engine will remote start: confined area.
Page 29 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system • If an engine fault is present the vehicle will start and will disable the one-time press of the Remote Start button then shut down 10 seconds later. for two seconds after receiving a valid remote start request.
Page 30: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 DOOR LOCKS WARNING! Manual Door Locks • For personal security and safety in the event of an To lock each door, push the door lock plunger on each accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as door trim panel downward.
Page 31: Power Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Power Door Locks A door lock switch is located on the driver and passenger door panel.
Page 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Auto Unlock On Exit Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Cus- The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with tomer-Programmable Features)” in “Understanding power door locks if: Your Instrument Panel” for further information. 1. The Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit feature is en- •...
Page 33: Child Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Use the Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit feature The Child Protection Door Locks are located inside the in accordance with local laws. rear edge of the door. Insert the tip of the ignition key or similar flat-bladed object into the lock and rotate approxi- Child Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors) mately one-quarter turn to the lock or unlock position (as...
Page 34: Power Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged. NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock plunger up (UNLOCKED position), roll down the window, and open the door with the outside door handle.
Page 35: Auto Window Down - If Equipped
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To cancel the Auto-Down movement, operate the switch WARNING! either in the up or down direction and release the switch. Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle the ignition switch.
Page 36: Auto Window Up - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Auto Window Up — If Equipped WARNING! Lift the window switch to the second detent, release, and the window will go up automatically. When the window is almost closed, there is no anti-pinch protection.
Page 37: Window Lockout Switch
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Window Lockout Switch Wind Buffeting The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of you to disable the window control on the other doors. To pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the disable the window controls on the other doors, press the ears.
Page 38: Trunk Safety Warning
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 NOTE: The shift lever must be in PARK for this button TRUNK SAFETY WARNING to operate. WARNING! To unlatch the trunk lid from outside the vehicle, press and release the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, two times.
Page 39: Trunk Internal Emergency Release
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Internal Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Some of the most important safety features in your Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. vehicle are the restraint systems.
Page 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 • An energy-absorbing steering column and steering NOTE: The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage wheel inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation based on the severity and type of •...
Page 41: Lap/Shoulder Belts
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even conditions. However, in a collision the belt will lock and on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver reduce your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle or and cause a collision that includes you.
Page 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front WARNING! (Continued) seat, next to your arm. Grasp the latch plate and pull out • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make the belt.
Page 43 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.
Page 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. on the shoulder belt.
Page 45: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully.
Page 46: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.
Page 47: Rear Seat Belts
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Seat Belts How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode The shoulder belt anchorages of the rear three-point belts 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. are nonadjustable for outboard and center rear passen- gers on sedans.
Page 48: Seat Belt Pretensioners - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Seat Belt Pretensioners — If Equipped readily identified by any markings, only through visual The seat belts for both front seating positions may be inspection of the head restraint. The head restraint will be equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to split in two halves, with the front half being soft foam remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
Page 49 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE However if during a front impact, a secondary rear CAUTION! impact occurs, the AHR may deploy based on the sever- ity and type of the impact. All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a...
Page 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. Hand Positioning Points On AHR 2.
Page 51 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE AHR In Reset Position 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mecha- nism NOTE: • If you have difficulties or problems resetting the 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock Active Head Restraints, see an authorized dealer.
Page 52: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
START position. Once the warning is triggered, the BeltAlert will con- • Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend deactivat- tinue to chime and flash the Seat Belt Reminder Light for 96 seconds or until the driver’s seat belt is buckled. The ing BeltAlert .
Page 53: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Watch for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt on while unbuckling and off while re-buckling the seat across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. belt.
Page 54: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbags
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions.
Page 55: Airbag System Components
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator NOTE: • Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim; design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on the severity and type of collision. but they will open during airbag deployment.
Page 56: Advanced Front Airbag Features
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 • Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Airbags (SAB) the second stage determines whether the output force is low, medium, or high. If a low output is sufficient to meet • Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) the need, the remaining gas in the inflator is expended.
Page 57 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster in any way. • Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios, etc.
Page 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) — If Equipped SABIC airbags may offer side-impact and vehicle rollover protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure. Each airbag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side-impact head injuries.
Page 59 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system includes side impact sensors adjacent to both Knee Impact Bolsters front and rear seat occupants that are calibrated to deploy The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the the SABIC airbags during impacts that require airbag driver and the front passenger, and position front occu- occupant protection.
Page 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child WARNING! seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint. Infants in rear facing child restraints should NEVER (Refer to “Child Restraints”) ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger...
Page 61: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be WARNING! (Continued) modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact • Side airbags also need room to inflate. Do not lean the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided against the door or window.
Page 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Advanced Front Airbags are designed to provide addi- Because airbag sensors measure vehicle deceleration over tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are not certain frontal collisions depending on the severity and good indicators of whether or not an airbag should have type of collision.
Page 63 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Also, the ORC turns on the Airbag Warning WARNING! Light in the instrument panel for approxi- mately six to eight seconds for a self-check Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru- when the ignition is first turned on.
Page 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 separate and fold out of the way as the airbags inflate to triggered, releasing a quantity of non-toxic gas. The their full size. The airbags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 inflating side airbag exits through the seat seam into the milliseconds.
Page 65 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE covers the window. The airbag inflates in about 30 ms Enhanced Accident Response System (about one-quarter of the time that it takes to blink your In the event of an impact causing airbag deployment, if eyes) with enough force to injure you if you are not belted the communication network remains intact, and the and seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area...
Page 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 NOTE: Front and/or side airbags will not deploy in all airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye the airbag system.
Page 67 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad- WARNING! vanced airbag system. The airbag may inflate • Modifications to any part of the airbag system accidentally or may not function properly if modi- could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 68: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Airbag Warning Light located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the You will want to have the airbags ready to proper airbag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the inflate for your protection in a collision.
Page 69 Chrysler Group LLC, such investigations may be re- hicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially. Confidential quested by customers, insurance carriers, government data will not be disclosed by Chrysler Group LLC to any officials, and professional crash researchers, such as those third party except when: associated with universities, and with hospital and insur- ance organizations.
Page 70: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 3. Requested by police under a legal warrant. United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the 4. Otherwise required by law. law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. Data parameters that are recorded: Children 12 years and younger should ride properly •...
Page 71 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up enough for an adult safety belt.
Page 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Older Children and Child Restraints WARNING! Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are • Improper installation can lead to failure of an older than one year can ride forward-facing in the vehicle.
Page 73 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback, should use the lap/shoulder belt lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the in a rear seat.
Page 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating CAUTION! LATCH-compatible child seats having flexible, webbing- mounted lower attachments. Child seats with fixed lower When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in attachments must be installed in the outboard positions the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the only.
Page 75 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE to the top tether anchorage, have been available for some Because the lower anchorages are to be introduced to time. In fact, many child restraint manufacturers will passenger carrying vehicles over a period of years, child provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their older restraint systems having attachments for those anchor- products.
Page 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are In addition, there are tether strap anchorages not toys and should not be played with, and never leave behind each rear seating position located in the your child unattended in the vehicle.
Page 77 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE cover directly behind the seat where you are placing the reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child child restraint and attach the tether strap to the anchor- restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt age, being careful to route the tether strap to provide the behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through most direct path between the anchor and the child...
Page 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Installing Child Restraint Tether Strap 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If 1. Rotate the cover over the anchor directly behind the your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head seat where you are placing the child restraint.
Page 79 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the Belts lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the The passenger seat belts are equipped with Automatic buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening Locking Retractors (ALRs), which are designed to keep on the restraint.
Page 80: Transporting Pets
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Children Too Large for Booster Seats Transporting Pets Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly over the front of the seat when their back is against the injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in...
Page 81: Safety Tips
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a WARNING! high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil • Do not leave children or animals inside parked changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
Page 82: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Exhaust Gas If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate WARNING! control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Page 83: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Defroster Vehicle Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to Seat Belts feel the air directed against the windshield. See your Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, authorized dealer for service if your defroster is frays, and loose parts.
Page 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Al- Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of ways properly reinstall and secure floor mats that vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- have been removed for cleaning.
Page 85: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches the Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 86: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......89 Seats ....... 93 Inside Day/Night Mirror .
Page 87 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fold-Flat Passenger Seatback ... . 102 Fog Lights — If Equipped ....109 Folding Rear Seat .
Page 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 Electronic Speed Control ....117 Power Sunroof — If Equipped ... . 126 To Activate .
Page 89 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Storage ......133 Console Features ..... . 135 Driver’s Side Sunglass Holder —...
Page 90: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
Page 91: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped CAUTION! This mirror will automatically adjust for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. Push in the button on the face To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never of the mirror to activate the dimming feature.
Page 92: Adjusting Sideview Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 Mirror Directions Power Mirror Switch After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same Adjusting Sideview Mirrors direction you want the mirror to move. When finished, Outside Mirror — Driver Side return the knob to the center (Off) position to guard Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of against accidentally moving a mirror position.
Page 93: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirror — Passenger Side Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use side of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to the the mirror, lower the sun visor and rotate the mirror vehicle.
Page 94: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED SEATS Uconnect™ Phone is a hands-free system that allows you Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System to use voice commands to dial a phone number stored of the vehicle.
Page 95: Manual Front Seat Adjustment
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Front Seat Adjustment WARNING! The manual seat adjustment bar is at the front of the seat, near the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is forward or rearward.
Page 96: Reclining Bucket Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Manual Seat Height Adjustment Lever Seatback Adjustment Reclining Bucket Seats The recliner control is on the side of the seat. To recline, lean forward slightly before lifting the lever, then lean back to the desired position and release the lever. Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position.
Page 97: Lumbar Support - If Equipped
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lumbar Support — If Equipped WARNING! This feature allows you to increase or decrease the • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is amount of lumbar support. The control lever is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seatback.
Page 98: Power Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Power Seats — If Equipped WARNING! The power seat switches are on the outboard side of the • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is seat near the floor. Use the bottom switch to move the seat up, down, forward, rearward, or to tilt the seat.
Page 99: Adjusting Active Head Restraints
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting Active Head Restraints To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head Active Head Restraints can reduce the risk of injury in restraint (on some models, you may need to press the the event of a rear impact.
Page 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and backward. To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head, pull outward on the bottom of the head restraint. Push rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head restraint away from your head.
Page 101 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- WARNING! (Continued) straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things to Know Before Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 102: Heated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Heated Seats — If Equipped WARNING! This feature heats leather or cloth front driver and • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin passenger seats. The switches for the heated seats are located in the center console above the climate controls.
Page 103: Folding Rear Seat
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fold-Flat Passenger Seatback The recline handle on the front passenger seat also releases the seatback to fold forward. Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat Folding Rear Seat To provide additional storage area, the rear seatback can be folded forward.
Page 104: Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest The rear seat is equipped with a folding armrest with cupholders. Folding Rear Seats WARNING! The rear cargo area of the vehicle (with the rear Folding Rear Seat Armrest seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down position) should not be used as a play area by children.
Page 105: To Open And Close The Hood
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released. 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. Hood Safety Catch Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open position.
Page 106: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage. WARNING! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle.
Page 107: Headlights And Parking Lights
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE passing light, fog lights, instrument panel light dimming Headlights and Parking Lights and turn signals. The multifunction lever is located on Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent the left side of the steering column. for parking light operation.
Page 108: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped With the engine running and the multifunction lever in Turning the end of the multifunction lever to the third the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on and turn detent (AUTO), will activate the automatic headlight off based on the surrounding light levels.
Page 109: Turn Signals
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signals NOTE: If either light remains on and does not flash, or Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show light bulb.
Page 110: Fog Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 NOTE: If the multifunction lever is held in the flash-to- pass position for more than 15 seconds, the high beams will shut off. If this occurs, wait 30 seconds for the next flash-to-pass operation. Fog Lights —...
Page 111: Lights On Reminder
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE whenever the ignition is ON, the engine is running, the Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next headlight switch is off, the parking brake is released and detent position to brighten the odometer and radio when the shift lever is in any position except PARK.
Page 112: Map/Reading/Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Map/Reading/Interior Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors above the rearview mirror. Each light can be turned on by pressing the barrel. Press the barrel a second time to turn the light off. Both of these lights can swivel so that the light can be aimed at a specific spot, if desired.
Page 113: Windshield Wipers And Washers
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE is open. To restore interior light operation, either turn the Rotate the end of the lever to the LO position for ignition switch ON or cycle the light switch. low-speed wiper operation, or to the HI position for high-speed wiper operation.
Page 114: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 are operating. The wipers will resume operation when then turn the end of the lever to select the desired delay you turn the ignition switch to the ON position again. interval. There are five delay settings, which allow you to regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle CAUTION! every second to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds...
Page 115: Windshield Washers
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed. WARNING! If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled. Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident.
Page 116: Headlights With Wipers Feature (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Headlights With Wipers Feature (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if the multifunction lever (on the left side of the steering column) is placed in the AUTO position.
Page 117: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle This feature allows you to tilt the steering column outward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or wheel upward or downward as desired.
Page 118: Electronic Speed Control
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at (40 km/h).
Page 119: To Set A Desired Speed
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate WARNING! A soft tap on the brake pedal, or pulling the Electronic Speed Control lever toward you (CANCEL), or normal Leaving the Electronic Speed Control on when not in brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate use is dangerous.
Page 120: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ACCEL lever. If the lever is continually held in the WARNING! RESUME ACCEL position, the set speed will continue to increase until the lever is released, then the new set speed Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the will be established.
Page 121: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so The HomeLink buttons that are located in the headliner it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed or sun visor designate the three different HomeLink Control.
Page 122: Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Programming HomeLink WARNING! Before You Begin • Your motorized door or gate will open and close If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, while you are training the universal transceiver. erase all channels before you begin training.
Page 123 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After training a HomeLink channel, if the garage Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while door does not operate with HomeLink and the ga- keeping the indicator light in view.
Page 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 This can usually be found where the hanging antenna 6. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAINING wire is attached to the garage door opener motor. It is button. The name and color of the button may vary by NOT the button normally used to open and close the manufacturer.
Page 125: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using HomeLink Gate Operator/Canadian Programming To operate, press and release the programmed Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig- HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans- trained device (i.e., garage door opener, gate operator, mission –...
Page 126: Security
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 successfully accepted the frequency signal. The indica- Troubleshooting Tips tor light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here trained. are some of the most common solutions: •...
Page 127: General Information
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The sunroof controls are mounted between the dome/ Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following reading lights.
Page 128: Sunroof Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Sunroof Operation WARNING! Opening Sunroof Manually • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in Press the switch rearward and hold, and the sunroof will the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- open automatically from any position.
Page 129: Auto Sunroof Express With Anti-Pinch Protection - If Equipped
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Venting Sunroof — Express NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is Press and release the “Vent” button, the sunroof will open. open to the vent position. This is called “Express Vent”. Wind Buffeting Closing Sunroof —...
Page 130: Ignition Off Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Ignition Off Operation The instrument panel power outlet, located below the For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle climate control knobs, has power available only when the Information Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switch ignition is ON.
Page 131 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE There is a power outlet located on the inside of the center NOTE: • To ensure proper operation a MOPAR console. This power outlet is powered directly from the knob and battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into element must be used.
Page 132: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — CAUTION! IF EQUIPPED • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw An optional ash receiver is available from your autho- rized dealer and will fit in the center console front power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in cupholder.
Page 133: Cupholders
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! For vehicles equipped with the heated and cooled cupholder, locate the cup holder ash receiver in the forward cupholder. The optional ash receiver also comes with a cigar lighter. You may use the power outlet, located in the instrument panel below the climate control knobs, or in the bottom of the console compartment, for this cigar lighter.
Page 134: Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 STORAGE Driver’s Side Sunglass Holder — If Equipped An integrated sunglass holder is located in the headliner above the sun visor. To access the sunglass holder, lower the sun visor. Small items such as toll tickets can be stored between the two straps, while sunglasses or other items can be stored above the two straps.
Page 135: Cargo Area
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Area WARNING! (Continued) The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying • The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the versatility. The seatbacks fold down easily by pulling rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down nylon tabs between the seatbacks and the bolsters.
Page 136: Console Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put heavier objects as low and as far forward as possible. Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of the vehicle to sway.
Page 137 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The lower bin can be accessed directly, without first exposing the upper bin, by operating the right latch with the armrest down. The first storage bin can be used to hold smaller items. The lower storage bin includes a molded-in coin holder, room for CD’s, DVD’s, and a power outlet that allows a cellular phone to recharge while concealed.
Page 138: Video Console - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Video Console — If Equipped The optional Video Entertainment System (VES)™ in- cludes the following components: • The screen for a rear seat DVD player is stored under the armrest. • Remote Control •...
Page 139: Rear Window Features
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to The rear window defroster button is located on the the heating elements: climate control (Mode) knob. Press this button to •...
Page 140 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....143 Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) ..166 Instrument Cluster ....144 Setting The Analog Clock .
Page 141 140 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL List Button Media Center 130 (RES) — AM/FM Stereo (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play) ..182 Radio With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)..189 Info Button Operating Instructions —...
Page 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ..209 Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite) Mode ... . . 212 Operating Instructions - Uconnect™...
Page 143 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD/DVD Disc Maintenance ....218 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped ......223 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones .
Page 144: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Radio 11 — Storage Compartment 2 — Side Window Demister Outlet 7 — Passenger Airbag 12 — Climate Control 3 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Glove Compartment 13 —...
Page 145: Instrument Cluster
144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 146: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and 1. Temperature Gauge the Fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat ture.
Page 147 146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Low Fuel Light If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting When the fuel level drops to approximately 2.0 gal- Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. lons (7.6 Liters), the fuel symbol will light and a 7.
Page 148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 you do not buckle up, the light will remain on. Refer to 10. Engine Temperature Warning Light “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Start- This light warns of an overheated engine condi- ing Your Vehicle” for further information. tion.
Page 149 148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp to the ABS system is required.
Page 150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 12. Tachometer driven. If your odometer needs to be repaired or serviced, The silver area of the scale shows the permissible engine the repair technician should leave the odometer reading revolutions-per-minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear range. the same as it was before the repair or service.
Page 151 150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Odometer Messages LoW TirE When the appropriate conditions exist, the odometer will When the appropriate condition exists, the odometer display the following messages: display will toggle between LoW and TirE for three cycles. door ......Door Ajar HOTOIL deck .
Page 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odom- To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the eter reset button to turn off the “gASCAP” message. Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset (Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic System —...
Page 153 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 15. Cruise Indicator — If Equipped Dual Trip Odometer — If Equipped This indicator shows that the Electronic Speed Press and release this button to change the display from Control System is ON. odometer to “Trip A.” Press and release it a second time to change the display to “Trip B.”...
Page 154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 If the light is flashing when the engine is running you 19. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator may experience power loss, an elevated/rough idle, and Light — If Equipped increased brake pedal effort, and your vehicle may This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- require towing.
Page 155 154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 23. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light — If Equipped should come on. If the light does not come on, have the This light monitors the ABS. This light will system inspected by an authorized dealer. come on when the ignition key is turned to the 24.
Page 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on mo- As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been mentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when •...
Page 157 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS CAUTION! malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is The TPMS has been optimized for the original combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipment tires and wheels.
Page 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 bulb does not come on when turning the key from LOCK WARNING! to ON, have the condition checked promptly. A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the light after operating conditions.
Page 159: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 29. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) CAUTION! Display — If Equipped This display shows the EVIC messages when the appro- Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera- priate conditions exist. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor- ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause mation Center (EVIC)”...
Page 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 • Compass heading display (N, S, E, W, NE, NW, SE, • Outside temperature display (°F or °C) • Trip computer functions • Audio mode displays – 12 preset Radio Stations or CD Title and Track number when playing •...
Page 161: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and release the STEP button to advance Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) the display through the various Trip Functions Displays or Personal settings. When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays the following messages. STEP Button •...
Page 162: Oil Change Required - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 • Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in Unless reset, this message will continue to display each motion) time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and •...
Page 163: Trip Functions
162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip Functions The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- Press and release the MENU button until one of the tion: following Trip Functions displays in the EVIC: • ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped •...
Page 164: Compass Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 • Display Units In: and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level. DTE cannot be reset through the RESET To make your selection, press and release the RESET button. button until ENGLISH or METRIC appears. NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle To Reset The Display loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of...
Page 165 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The system will display the last known outside Manual Compass Calibration temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to If the compass appears erratic or inaccurate, and the be driven several minutes before the updated tempera- variance has been properly set, you may wish to manu- ture is displayed.
Page 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To compensate for the differences, the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map. Once properly set, the compass will automatically compensate for the differences and provide the most accurate compass head- ing.
Page 167: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Press and release the STEP button until “Compass Press and release the MENU button until “Personal Variance” and the current Variance Value displays in the Settings” displays in the EVIC. EVIC. Press and release the STEP button to display the follow- 4.
Page 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 Remote Key Unlock Flash Lights with Lock When “Driver Door 1st Press” is selected, only the When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will driver’s door will unlock on the first press of the Remote flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button.
Page 169 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned Illuminated Approach off if they were turned on by this feature. To make your When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate selection, press and hold the RESET button until ON or and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are OFF appears.
Page 170: Setting The Analog Clock
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. To set the analog clock, located at the top center of the instrument panel, press and hold the button in until the setting is correct.
Page 171: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - Radio Mode to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC another selection.
Page 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not Clock Setting Procedure available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. Uconnect Phone” message will display on the radio screen.
Page 173 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INFO Button Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the message broadcast from an FM station (FM mode only).
Page 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to 16-Digit Character Program Type exit setting tone, balance, and fade. Display Classic Rock Cls Rock MUSIC TYPE Button College College Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds.
Page 175 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SETUP Button 16-Digit Character Program Type Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between Display the following items: Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck NOTE: Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll through the entries. Push the AUDIO/SELECT button to Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R &...
Page 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 • DVD Play Options - Selecting the DVD Play Options • VES™ Power - Allows you to turn VES™ ON and will display the following: OFF (if equipped). • Subtitle – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will switch •...
Page 177 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Menu Language — If Equipped the disc). You can select a language not listed by scrolling Selecting this item will allow the user to choose the down and selecting other. Enter the country code using default startup DVD menu language (effective only if the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down language supported by disc).
Page 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 AutoPlay — If Equipped and press and release that button. If a button is not When this is set to On and a DVD video is inserted, it will selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- bypass the DVD menu screen and automatically play the ton, the station will continue to play but will not be movie.
Page 179: Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd-Video)
178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons 1 - 6 CAUTION! These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory {12 AM, 12 FM, and 12 The radio may shut down during extremely hot Satellite (if equipped) stations}. conditions.
Page 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 Radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. is loading and “READING DISC” when the radio is SEEK Button (CD MODE) reading the disc. Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the CD.
Page 181: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files
180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF (CD MODE) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 begin to fast forward until FF is released, or RW or Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
Page 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. frequencies in the following table are supported. In Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported. The CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3/ majority of MP3/WMA files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate WMA files).
Page 183: List Button (Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)
182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Number of files and folders - Loading times will ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album title are supported for ID3 version 1 tags. ID3 version 2 is not increase with more files and folders supported by the radios.
Page 184: Info Button (Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil- Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll through iary device if the AUX jack is connected. the following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the Name, and Folder Name (if available).
Page 185 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone Press the TIME button to change the display from (If Equipped) elapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day will Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in the Uconnect™ User display for five seconds.
Page 186: Media Center 730N/430 (Rer/Ren/Rbz) - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And Cd/Dvd/Hdd/Nav - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Macrovision The REN, RER and RBZ radios contain a CD/DVD This product incorporates copyright protection technol- player, USB port, and a 30-gigabyte hard drive (HDD). ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec- Sirius Satellite Radio is optional.
Page 187: Clock Setting Procedure - Rbz Radio
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Clock Setting Procedure — RBZ Radio Changing Daylight Savings Time When selected, this feature will display the time of day in To Manually Set the Clock daylight savings time. Proceed as follows to change the 1.
Page 188: Clock Setting Procedure - Rer/Ren Radio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The want to select, touch the screen where the word “Page” is clock setting menu will appear on the screen. displayed to view additional time zones in the menu. 3.
Page 189 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. To move the hour forward, touch the screen where the 2. Touch the screen where “User Clock” is displayed, the word “Hour” with the arrow pointing upward is dis- clock setting menu will appear on the screen. played.
Page 190: Media Center 130 (Res) - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 Touch the screen where the words “Show Time if Radio is MEDIA CENTER 130 (RES) — AM/FM STEREO Off” are displayed to change the current setting. RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) Changing the Time Zone NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate.
Page 191: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — Radio Mode SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch position to operate the radio.
Page 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL knob to save time change. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid-range tones.
Page 193 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to You may add a second station to each pushbutton by exit setting tone, balance, and fade. repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the AM/FM Button display window.
Page 194: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio MP3 Audio Play ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and •...
Page 195 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes. TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within...
Page 196: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
Page 197 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: extension may cause playback problems. The radio is designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- not play the file.
Page 198: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 • Number of files and folders - Loading times will ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album title are supported for version 1 ID3 tags. ID3 version 2 is not increase with more files and folders supported by the radios.
Page 199: Media Center 130 (Res/Rsc) - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack) And Sirius Radio
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up. If the AUX audio sounds distorted, turn the device’s volume down. TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when ignition is OFF).
Page 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Voice Command System (Radio) — If Equipped Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the Refer to “Voice Command” in the Uconnect™ User radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second Manual located on the DVD for further details.
Page 201 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button. Uconnect”...
Page 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 TUNE Control Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fourth Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise time and BALANCE will display. Turn the TUNE/ to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers.
Page 203 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following 16-Digit Character Program Type format types: Display 16-Digit Character Personality Persnlty Program Type Display Public Public No program type or un- Rhythm and Blues R & B None defined Religious Music...
Page 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 station with the same selected Music Type name. The AM/FM Button Music Type function only operates when in the FM Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. mode. SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type Memory (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be...
Page 205: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact pressing the pushbutton twice.
Page 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within CAUTION! 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 207: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Notes On Playing MP3 Files Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or file recording media and formats are limited.
Page 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). •...
Page 209 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 210: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders more and the radio will display song titles for each file. on the disc.
Page 211: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped)
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Uconnect™ Multimedia (SATELLITE RADIO) — Press this button to change the display to time of day. The IF EQUIPPED time of day will display for five seconds (when the (REN/REQ/RER/RBZ/RES RADIOS ONLY) ignition is OFF).
Page 212: System Activation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 System Activation To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you ESN/SID Access With REQ/RES Radios may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- service that is included with the factory-installed satellite tion and the radio on, press the SETUP button and scroll radio system in your vehicle.
Page 213: Satellite Antenna
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can Satellite Antenna To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the cause signal blockage. roof around the rooftop antenna location. Metal objects Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause (Satellite) Mode decreased performance.
Page 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 INFO Button or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- seconds will allow the program format type to be se- tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- lected.
Page 215: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped)
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding When you are receiving a channel that you wish to button number will display. commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. Buttons 1 - 6 The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
Page 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 Opening the Rear Seat VES™ VES™ Video Screen • The LCD screen swings up from the rear of the armrest NOTE: Close the armrest after the LCD screen has been to allow the rear seat passenger(s) to view the display. raised to its viewing position.
Page 217: Remote Sound System Controls - If Equipped
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • A battery-powered infrared remote control snaps into Audio/Video RCA Jacks (AUX Jacks) a molded compartment in the center console armrest on the rear of the center console enable upper storage bin. the monitor to display video directly from a video camera, connect video games for display on the screen, or play music directly from an MP3...
Page 218: Right-Hand Switch Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 are rocker-type switches with a pushbutton in the center Right-Hand Switch Functions of each switch. Reach behind the steering wheel to access • Press the top of the switch to increase the volume. the switches. •...
Page 219: Left-Hand Switch Functions For Media (I.e., Cd) Operation
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Left-Hand Switch Functions for Media (i.e., CD) CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE Operation To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following precautions: • Press the top of the switch once to listen to the next track.
Page 220: Radio Operation And Cellular Phones
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- Manual Heating and Air Conditioning lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding. Try a known good disc before considering disc player service.
Page 221 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Blower Control cooler temperatures while rotating right into the red area Rotate this control to regulate the indicates warmer temperatures. amount of air forced through the venti- NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems lation system in any mode. The blower lower than expected, check the front of the A/C con- speed increases as you move the control denser located in front of the radiator for an accumula-...
Page 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 Panel Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow. window demist outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to The center instrument panel outlets can be NOTE:...
Page 223 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The A/C will engage automatically to prevent fogging Recirculation Control Pressing the Recirculation Control button will when the recirculation button is pressed and the mode temporarily put the system in recirculation control is set to panel or Bi-Level. mode (10 minutes).
Page 224: If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 Air Conditioning Control Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — Press this button to engage the Air If Equipped Conditioning. A light will illuminate when the Air Conditioning System is engaged. Rotating the dial left into the blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures while rotating right into the red area indicates warmer tem-...
Page 225 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Operation the desired comfort level require air conditioning, the The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- system will automatically make the adjustment. cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger.
Page 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 • If your air conditioning performance seems lower than Manual Operation expected, check the front of the A/C condenser located This system offers a full complement of manual override in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt or features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic, insects.
Page 227 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
Page 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 • Floor The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets.
Page 229 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Air Conditioner Control NOTE: • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK Press this button to turn on the air conditioning during manual operation position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. only. When the air conditioning is •...
Page 230: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 • Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you Summer Operation can temporarily put the system into Recirculation The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles Mode by pressing the Recirculation button. However, must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant under certain conditions, while in Automatic Mode, to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect the system is blowing air out the defrost vents.
Page 231 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The Mix windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.
Page 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 234: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....238 Automatic Transmission ....241 Automatic Transmission .
Page 235 234 STARTING AND OPERATING AutoStick — If Equipped ....248 Electronic Brake Control System ... 259 Operation .
Page 236 STARTING AND OPERATING 235 Tire Inflation Pressures ....277 General Information ....293 Radial-Ply Tires .
Page 237 236 STARTING AND OPERATING Ethanol Fuel (E85) ....301 Vehicle Loading ..... . 305 Fuel Requirements .
Page 238 STARTING AND OPERATING 237 Trailer And Tongue Weight ... . . 312 Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) ....318 Towing Requirements .
Page 239: Starting Procedures
238 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON position, Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the and you must press the brake pedal before shifting out of inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if PARK.
Page 240: Extreme Cold Weather (Below 20°F Or 29°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 239 motor will continue to run, and it will disengage auto- WARNING! (Continued) matically when the engine is running. If the engine fails • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get to start, the starter will disengage automatically in 10 sec- it started.
Page 241: After Starting
240 STARTING AND OPERATING the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the With Tip Start engine. This should clear any excess fuel in case the If the engine fails to start after you have followed the engine is flooded.
Page 242: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 241 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits CAUTION! quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- grounded, three-wire extension cord.
Page 243 242 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Before shifting the shift lever into any gear, make • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK sure your foot is firmly on the brake pedal. or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed.
Page 244: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 Brake/Transmission Interlock System WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is position.
Page 245: Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System
244 STARTING AND OPERATING • Insert a key, screwdriver, or finger into the hole at the NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the front of the cup holder and push and hold the manual key in the ignition switch lock cylinder to warn you that override release lever forward.
Page 246 STARTING AND OPERATING 245 When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever into WARNING! (Continued) the PARK position first, and then apply the parking • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving brake. unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking number of reasons.
Page 247 246 STARTING AND OPERATING NEUTRAL example: When operating the vehicle under heavy load- This range is used when vehicle is standing for pro- ing conditions, (i.e., in hilly terrain, traveling into strong longed periods with engine running. Engine may be headwinds, or while towing heavy trailers).
Page 248 STARTING AND OPERATING 247 NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with AutoStick , you LOW — Four-Speed Transmission can reduce the frequency of transmission shifting during This range should be used for engine braking when heavy loading, hilly terrain, strong headwinds, or while descending very steep grades.
Page 249: Autostick - If Equipped
248 STARTING AND OPERATING damage, the transmission automatically shifts into sec- NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, it is ond gear (third gear for six–speed). The transmission recommended that you visit a dealer at your earliest remains in second gear (third gear for six–speed) despite possible convenience.
Page 250: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 249 • Starting out in second gear is helpful in snowy or icy the driver to select a higher or lower range of gears. Moving the shift lever to the left (-) triggers a downshift conditions. and to the right (+) an upshift. The gear position will •...
Page 251: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
250 STARTING AND OPERATING • If the system detects a problem, it will disable the Traction AutoStick mode and the transmission will return to When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a the automatic mode until the problem is corrected. wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface.
Page 252: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 251 DRIVING THROUGH WATER Shallow Standing Water Driving through water more than a few inches/ Although your vehicle is capable of driving through centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure shallow standing water, consider the following Caution safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.
Page 253 252 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) 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 ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 254: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 253 POWER STEERING system. This noise should be considered normal, and it The standard power steering system will give you good does not in any way damage the steering system. vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability WARNING! in tight spaces.
Page 255: Parking Brake
254 STARTING AND OPERATING checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all pated.
Page 256 STARTING AND OPERATING 255 NOTE: • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle.
Page 257: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
256 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or the parking brake. Always apply the parking injury.
Page 258 STARTING AND OPERATING 257 computer to modulate the hydraulic pressure to prevent WARNING! (Continued) wheel lock-up and avoid skidding on slippery surfaces. • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, WARNING! following another vehicle too closely, or hydro- •...
Page 259 258 STARTING AND OPERATING portion of the brake system is not functioning and that self-check cycle to ensure that the ABS system is working service is required. However, the conventional brake properly. This self check occurs each time the vehicle is system will continue to operate normally if the “Brake started and accelerated past 7 mph (11 km/h).
Page 260: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 259 together to enhance vehicle stability and control in vari- WARNING! ous driving conditions and are commonly referred to as ESC. The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) interference caused by improperly installed or high This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control output radio transmitting equipment.
Page 261: Brake Assist System (Bas)
260 STARTING AND OPERATING spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the WARNING! brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine • The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. This feature remains active even if TCS and ESC are in ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the “Partial Off”...
Page 262: Hill Start Assist (Hsa) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 261 Hill Start Assist (HSA) – If Equipped HSA Activation Criteria The HSA system is designed to assist the driver in The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to launching a vehicle on an incline. HSA will maintain the activate: level of brake pressure the driver inputs for a short •...
Page 263 262 STARTING AND OPERATING The system will only work if the intended direction of the 2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. vehicle and vehicle gear match. For example, if the 3. Apply the parking brake. intended direction is forward up a hill and the vehicle is in DRIVE and the activation criteria are met, HSA will 4.
Page 264: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 10. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature path does not match the intended path, ESC applies the to it’s previous setting. brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition EVIC Equipped Vehicles •...
Page 265 264 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Malfunction Indicator Light WARNING! The “ESC Malfunction Indicator Light” in the • The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. It vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the should go out with the engine running.
Page 266 STARTING AND OPERATING 265 • The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds feature described in the TCS section, has been disabled when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop and the “ESC Off Indicator Light” will be illuminated. All when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver other stability features of ESC function normally, with the that caused the ESC activation.
Page 267: Tire Safety Information
266 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or Tire Markings gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off” mode by pressing the “ESC Off” switch. Once the situa- tion requiring ESC to be switched to the “Partial Off”...
Page 268 STARTING AND OPERATING 267 • LT (Light Truck) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- letters “LT”...
Page 269 268 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 270 STARTING AND OPERATING 269 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 271: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
270 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 272: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 271 Tire Terminology and Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof. Cold Tire Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 273: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
272 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location...
Page 274 STARTING AND OPERATING 273 axles must not be exceeded. For further information on This placard tells you important information about GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the: “Vehicle Loading” in this section. 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of...
Page 275 274 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available 4.
Page 276 STARTING AND OPERATING 275...
Page 277: Tires - General Information
276 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 278: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 277 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side B-Pillar. hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure the right or left.
Page 279 278 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 280: Radial-Ply Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 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 281: Tire Spinning
280 STARTING AND OPERATING Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a WARNING! conventional tire on the compact spare wheel since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare. Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use only. With these tires, do not drive more than 50 mph Do not install more than one compact spare tire/wheel (80 km/h).
Page 282: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for further information. WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one.
Page 283: Life Of Tire
282 STARTING AND OPERATING Life of Tire Replacement Tires The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many factors including but not limited to: characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure.
Page 284: Tire Chains
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 285: Snow Tires
284 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at used.
Page 286: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12 F (7 C). This means that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure.
Page 287 286 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPM System will continue to warn the driver of low For example, your vehicle may have a recommended tire pressure as long as the condition exists, and will not cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure turn off until the tire pressure is at or above the recom- of 30 psi (207 kPa).
Page 288 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care • The TPMS has been optimized for the original and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size •...
Page 289: Base System
288 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will the tire. illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or Base System more of the four active road tires.
Page 290 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. The NOTE: “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn off 1. The compact spare tire (if so equipped) does not have when the fault condition no longer exists. A system fault a tire pressure monitoring sensor.
Page 291: Premium System - If Equipped
290 STARTING AND OPERATING Telltale Light” will turn OFF, as long no tire pressure is NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the below the low-pressure warning limit in any of the four tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly active road tires.
Page 292 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible, The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will and inflate all tires with low pressure (those flashing in illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended cold will sound when tire pressure is low in one or placard pressure value.
Page 293 292 STARTING AND OPERATING Check TPMS Warning If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, When a system fault is detected, a chime will sound and providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash on no longer exists, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
Page 294: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 NOTE: display a CHECK TPM SYSTEM message for three 1. The compact spare tire (if so equipped) does not have seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of the a tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS pressure value.
Page 295: Fuel Requirements
294 STARTING AND OPERATING • This device must accept any interference received, 3.5L Engine including interference that may cause undesired The 3.5L engine is designed to meet all operation. emissions regulations and provide satisfac- tory fuel economy and performance when The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the using high-quality unleaded gasoline hav- following licenses:...
Page 296: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 Over 40 automobile manufacturers around the world Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica- Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- tions (the World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced ates are required in some areas of the country during the emissions, engine performance, and durability for your...
Page 297: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
296 STARTING AND OPERATING • OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light” on NOTE: The 2.7L engine is now rated for E85 Ethanol use (EXCEPT CALIFORNIA EMISSION STATES). Only • poor engine performance vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can operate on •...
Page 298: Mmt In Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 MMT in Gasoline Materials Added to Fuel MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is All gasoline sold in the United States is 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 299: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
298 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition WARNING! malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune monoxide poisoning:...
Page 300: Flexible Fuel (2.7L Only) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 FLEXIBLE FUEL (2.7L ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! (Continued) E85 General Information • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel ve- maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected hicles only. These vehicles can be identified by a unique every time the vehicle is raised.
Page 301 300 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The 2.7L engine is now rated for E85 Ethanol CAUTION! use (EXCEPT CALIFORNIA EMISSION STATES). Only vehicles with the E85 fuel filler door label can operate on Only vehicles with the E85 fuel filler door label can E85.
Page 302: Ethanol Fuel (E85)
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 Ethanol Fuel (E85) For best results, a refueling pattern that avoids alternat- E85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and ing between E85 and unleaded gasoline is recom- 15% unleaded gasoline. mended. When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: WARNING! •...
Page 303: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E85) And Gasoline Vehicles
32°F (0°C). in MOPAR engine oils, and in equivalent oils meeting Cruising Range Chrysler Specification MS-6395. The manufacturer only Because E85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel the requirements of Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 304: Replacement Parts
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 Replacement Parts ADDING FUEL Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the left rear patible parts.
Page 305 304 STARTING AND OPERATING After removing the gas cap, place the gas cap tether cable CAUTION! over a hook on the inside of the fuel door. This keeps the • Damage to the fuel system or emission control gas cap suspended away from and protects the vehicle’s surface.
Page 306: Loose Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 Loose Filler Cap Message WARNING! (Continued) If the vehicles diagnostic system determines that the fuel • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is filler cap in loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a in violation of most state and federal fire regula- “gASCAP”...
Page 307: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)
306 STARTING AND OPERATING The label contains the following information: Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear • Name of manufacturer axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles •...
Page 308: Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 The best way to figure out the total weight of your the specified GVWR, you must redistribute the weight. vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect operation.
Page 309: Common Towing Definitions
308 STARTING AND OPERATING Common Towing Definitions Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The following trailer towing related definitions will assist The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle you in understanding the following information: and trailer when weighed in combination. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) NOTE: The GCWR rating includes a 150 lbs (68 kg) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
Page 310 STARTING AND OPERATING 309 Frontal Area WARNING! The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the maximum width of the front of a trailer. It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition Weight-Carrying Hitch can result if either rating is exceeded.
Page 311: Trailer Hitch Classification
310 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can Standards tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Page 312: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings Max. GTW Max. Trailer Tongue Wt. Engine/Transmission Max. Frontal Area (Gross Trailer Wt.) (See Note 1) 2.4L/Auto See Note 2...
Page 313: Trailer And Tongue Weight
312 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! Towing a trailer with a larger than recommended frontal area could cause the engine to overheat or cause severe engine damage under extreme condi- tions. Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer.
Page 314: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the Towing Requirements trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed train components the following guidelines are recom- options, must be considered as part of the total load on mended: your vehicle.
Page 315 314 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Page 316 STARTING AND OPERATING 315 • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage WARNING! (Continued) before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General 3. GAWR Information” in “Starting and Operating” for informa- 4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch tion on tread wear indicators and for proper inspection utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to procedure.
Page 317 316 STARTING AND OPERATING • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is WARNING! required when towing a trailer with electronically • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic hydraulic brake lines.
Page 318: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 317 Towing Tips If you REGULARLY TOW a trailer for more than 45 min- Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, utes of continuous operation, then change the automatic and backing the trailer in an area located away from transmission fluid and filter according to the interval heavy traffic.
Page 319: (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
318 STARTING AND OPERATING • Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to RECREATIONAL TOWING maximize fuel efficiency. (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Cooling System Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- (Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground) heating, take the following actions: CAUTION!
Page 320: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....321 Preparations For Jacking ....324 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 321 320 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Towing A Disabled Vehicle ....335 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly ....336 Towing With The Ignition Key .
Page 322: Hazard Warning Flasher
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 321 HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel, below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 323: Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) - If Equipped
322 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) — an impending overheat condition: If Equipped During sustained high-speed driving or trailer tow up • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C long grades on a hot day, the engine oil temperature may system adds heat to the engine cooling system and become too hot.
Page 324: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 323 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Spare Tire Stowage The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear load floor WARNING! in the trunk. • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The Spare Tire Removal Lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down.
Page 325: Preparations For Jacking
324 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or position. For example, if changing the slippery areas.
Page 326 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 325 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely the edge of the roadway as possible before raising careful of motor traffic.
Page 327 326 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning with two attachment points. When the jack is partially them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the expanded, the tension between the two attachment ground.
Page 328 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 327 Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location 4. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed.
Page 329 328 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp hurt someone near it.
Page 330: Jump-Starting
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 329 JUMP-STARTING WARNING! If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- pack.
Page 331: Preparations For Jump-Start
330 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Preparations for Jump-Start The battery in your vehicle is located between the left front headlight assembly and the left front wheel splash shield.
Page 332 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 331 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive WARNING! (+) battery post. To remove the cover, press the locking • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- tab and pull upward on the cover. ever the hood is raised.
Page 333: Jump-Starting Procedure
332 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the WARNING! remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper could establish a ground connection and personal cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
Page 334: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 333 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster 10. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote posi- battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start tive (+) battery post of the discharged vehicle. the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Page 335 334 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES front wheels. Then shift back and forth between RE- CAUTION! (Continued) VERSE and FIRST gear. Using minimal accelerator pedal • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spin- may lead to transmission overheating and failure.
Page 336: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 335 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) Towing With The Ignition Key • If the transaxle is inoperative, or if the vehicle is to be towed more than 15 miles (25 km), the vehicle Front Wheel Drive must be transported either with a flatbed truck or Your vehicle may be towed (with all four wheels flat on with the front wheels off the ground, otherwise,...
Page 337: Towing Without The Ignition Key
336 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle while being towed, the key must be in the ON position, Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground of not the ACC position.
Page 338: Towing Without Power - Override Transaxle Interlock System
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 337 • Insert the ignition key and rotate it to the ON position. Towing Without Power — Override Transaxle Interlock System • Remove the cupholder liner. Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed •...
Page 340: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... . . 341 Maintenance Procedures ....347 Engine Compartment —...
Page 341 340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Washer Fluid ....358 Bulb Replacement ..... 383 Exhaust System .
Page 342: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 9 — Coolant Pressure Cap 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 —...
Page 343: Engine Compartment - 2.7L
342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.7L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Power Distribution Center 2 — Coolant Pressure Cap 8 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 9 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick (Four-Speed Only) 10 —...
Page 344: Engine Compartment - 3.5L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.5L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Coolant Pressure Cap 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 —...
Page 345: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Onboard • Prolonged driving with the “Malfunction Indica- Diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic tor Light”...
Page 346: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the trip odometer Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II “Reset” button to turn off the message. If the problem system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently persists, the message will appear the next time the serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- vehicle is started.
Page 347: Replacement Parts
346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced a.
Page 348: Maintenance Procedures
Immediately have potential malfunctions examined by an authorized Chrysler Group LLC dealership or qualified repair center. (Continued)
Page 349: Engine Oil
348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level CAUTION! (Continued) before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will that protect the performance and durability of give you an incorrect reading.
Page 350 Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine mends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. pressure and an increase in oil temperature. This could damage your engine.
Page 351 350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi- CAUTION! fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- ber should not be used. Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine.
Page 352: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi- Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and ber should not be used.
Page 353: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters WARNING! varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can cleaner filters are high quality and are recommended.
Page 354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 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 355: Air Conditioner Maintenance
354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.
Page 356: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling The A/C Air Filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- the glove box. Perform the following procedure to re- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental place the filter: Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
Page 357: Body Lubrication
356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Disengage the two retaining tabs that secure the filter 7. Install the A/C Air Filter with the arrow on the filter cover to the HVAC housing and remove the cover. pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the cover.
Page 358: Windshield Wiper Blades
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and mild non-abrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent. This wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts will remove accumulations of salt, waxes, or road film concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and and help reduce streaking and smearing.
Page 359: Adding Washer Fluid
358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humid Exhaust System cloth removing any debris that may be affecting its The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into function. the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system.
Page 360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con- and can eventually poison you.
Page 361 360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.
Page 362: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 Cooling System rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- WARNING! freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently •...
Page 363 362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection Of Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Use only the manufacturer’s recommended coolant. Re- • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main- coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi- taining Your Vehicle”...
Page 364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 replacement. To prevent reducing this extended mainte- (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water nance period, it is important that you use the same will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your engine cooling system.
Page 365 364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
Page 366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is If an examination of your engine compartment shows no no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool- safely driven.
Page 367: Brake System
366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery WARNING! bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is possibly an accident.
Page 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing WARNING! the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid level up • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake to the requirements described on the brake fluid reser- voir.
Page 369: Automatic Transmission
368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 Fluid Level Check – 2.4L and 2.7L Engines driven at least 15 miles (24 km). Hot fluid cannot be held Use the following procedure to check the automatic comfortably between the fingertips. Cold fluid is at a transmission fluid level properly: temperature below 80°F (27°...
Page 371 370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check – 3.5L Engine CAUTION! The automatic transmission has no dipstick and is dealer • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- serviced only. facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- Transmission Fluid and Filter Changes ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque Refer to “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 372: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 The following maintenance recommendations will enable CAUTION! you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle. Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- What Causes Corrosion? nents.
Page 373 372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Washing CAUTION! • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or equiva- such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will lent, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels scratch metal and painted surfaces.
Page 374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, Wheel and Wheel Trim Care touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and considered the responsibility of the owner. chrome-plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 375 374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For grease stains, apply MOPAR To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and Multi-Purpose reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To Cleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- remove the stain.
Page 376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 if absolutely necessary. Do not use harsh cleaners or WARNING! Armor All . Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean vinyl upholstery. Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in Cleaning Leather Upholstery closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Page 377: Cleaning Center Console Cupholders
376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are buckles do not work properly. molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care Dry with a soft tissue.
Page 378: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 Installation Align the liner in the cupholder and press down firmly. FUSES Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) The TIPM is located in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A label that identifies each component may be printed on the inside of the cover.
Page 379 378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini Cartridge Mini Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Battery Feed – Center Battery Feed – Power 10 Amp High Mounted Stop 40 Amp Seats – If Equipped/ — Light (CHMSL)/Brake Green PZEV Air Pump – Switch If Equipped 10 Amp...
Page 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 Cartridge Mini Cartridge Mini Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Ignition Off Draw Ignition Off Draw 20 Amp (IOD) – Cabin — (IOD) – Power Amp 10 Amp Yellow — Compartment Node Feed 2 – If Equipped (CCN)/Interior 15 Amp Ignition Off Draw...
Page 381 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini Cartridge Mini Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp Auto Shutdown (ASD) 10 Amp — — — Lt. Blue Relay Feed 2 Ignition Run – Occu- 30 Amp Auto Shutdown (ASD) —...
Page 382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 Cartridge Mini CAUTION! Cavity Description Fuse Fuse • When installing the Totally Integrated Power Battery Feed – Anti- Module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is Lock Brakes (ABS) properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to 40 Amp Module –...
Page 383: Vehicle Storage
382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE LIGHT BULBS – Interior Bulb No. If you will not be using your vehicle for more than Front Courtesy/Reading Lamp ..578/W5W 21 days, you may want to take steps to preserve your Center Courtesy/Reading Lamp.
Page 384: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the air cleaner LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb No. filter housing and position the totally integrated power Low Beam Headlamp ..... H11 module aside prior to replacing the low beam headlamp High Beam Headlamp .
Page 385 384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Rotate bulb and connector one-quarter turn and pull 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb. outward from assembly. 5. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. CAUTION! 6.
Page 386: Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamp 3. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install the replacement bulb. 1. Raise and prop open the hood. 4. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the 2. Rotate the bulb’s electrical connector one-quarter turn headlamp housing and rotate the connector one-quarter counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp turn clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 387 386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Rotate the bulb’s electrical connector one-quarter turn 2. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install counterclockwise and remove it from the fog lamp hous- the replacement bulb. ing. CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life.
Page 388: Tail/Stop, Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 Tail/Stop, Rear Turn Signal and Backup Lamps Changing the Tail/Stop Lamp or Rear Turn Signal The taillamps are a two piece design. The turn signal, Lamp brake and taillamps are located in the rear corner body 1.
Page 389 388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove the two plastic wing nuts from the taillamp 4. Rotate the applicable bulb’s electrical connector one- housing. quarter turn counterclockwise and remove it from the taillamp housing. 3. Grasp the taillamp housing and pull it firmly outward while pushing gently on the studs from inside to disen- 1 —...
Page 390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 6. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the taillamp housing and rotate the connector one-quarter turn clockwise to lock it in place. 7. Reinstall the taillamp housing. Changing the Backup Lamp 1. Open the trunk. 2.
Page 391: License Plate Lamp
390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install the replacement bulb. 4. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the housing and rotate the connector one-quarter turn clock- wise to lock it in place. License Plate Lamp 1.
Page 392: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 391 Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) 3. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install the replacement bulb. 1. Open the trunk lid. 4. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the 2. Rotate the bulb’s electrical connector one-quarter turn CHMSL housing and rotate the connector one-quarter counterclockwise and remove it from the CHMSL hous- turn clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 393: Fluid Capacities
392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) All Engines — (Except 2.4L PZEV) 16.9 Gallons 64 Liters 2.4L PZEV (Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle) 18.5 Gallons 70 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts 4.4 Liters 2.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified)
Page 394: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Engine Oil – 2.4L and 2.7L En- Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for gines correct SAE grade. Use API Certified SAE 10W-30 Engine Oil, meeting Chrysler Material Stan- Engine Oil –...
Page 395: Chassis
394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Spark Plugs – 2.7L Engine TE10PMC5 (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm]) Spark Plugs – 3.5L Engine ZFR5LP-13G (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm]) Fuel Selection – 2.4L and 2.7L En- 87 Octane gines Fuel Selection –...
Page 396 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emissions Control System Maintenance ..396 Maintenance Schedule ....396 Required Maintenance Intervals ..398...
Page 397 396 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 control On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) system.
Page 398 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 397 NOTE: “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In- • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom- time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for if it has been six months since your last oil change even further information.
Page 399 398 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals CAUTION! as required.
Page 400 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; 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 401: Service Schedule
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; 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 402 Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 403 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; 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 404 ❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 405 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; 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 406 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; 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 407 Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 408 ❏ Inspect accessory drive belt, 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 409 ❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter. ❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 410 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; 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 411 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; 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 412 ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Replace the spark plugs (2.4L Engine except PZEV*). ❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 413 412 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES * PZEV = Partial Zero Emission Vehicle † 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.
Page 414: If You Need Consumer Assistance
If You Need Assistance ....415 Reporting Safety Defects ....418 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center ..416 In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
Page 415 414 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Traction Grades ..... 421 Quality Grades ......421 Temperature Grades .
Page 416: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 415 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 417: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
416 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (800) 247–9753...
Page 418: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 417 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.
Page 419: Warranty Information
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
Page 420: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 419 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
Page 421 Chrysler Group LLC ve- and charts. hicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency and maintenance procedures as well as specifications, •...
Page 422 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 421 Call toll free at: Treadwear The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...
Page 423 422 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre- WARNING! sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not WARNING! include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or...
Page 424 INDEX...
Page 425 424 INDEX About Your Brakes ..... . . 254 Airbag, Side ......56,60,63 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 426 INDEX 425 Automatic Transaxle ....12,238,241,368 B-Pillar Location ......272 Adding Fluid .
Page 427 426 INDEX Caps, Filler Checks, Safety ......80 Fuel ....... 303 Child Restraint .
Page 428 INDEX 427 Console, Floor ..... . . 103,135 Customer Assistance ..... 415 Contract, Service .
Page 429 428 INDEX Door Locks, Automatic ....30 Emergency Trunk Release ....37,38 Door Opener, Garage .
Page 430 INDEX 429 Oil Selection ..... . . 349,392 Automatic Transaxle ....370 Oil Synthetic .
Page 431 430 INDEX Fluid Level Checks Gasoline ......294 Automatic Transaxle ....369,370 Gauge .
Page 432 INDEX 431 Gauges Head Restraints ......98 Coolant Temperature ....145 Headlights .
Page 433 432 INDEX Ignition ....... 12 Jack Location ......323 .
Page 434 INDEX 433 LATCH Headlight Switch ..... . 106 (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ..75 Headlights .
Page 435 434 INDEX Traction Control ..... . . 263 Maintenance Procedures ....347 Turn Signal .
Page 436 INDEX 435 New Vehicle Break-In Period ....79 Recommendation ....349,392 Synthetic .
Page 437 436 INDEX Phone, Cellular ......93 Radial Ply Tires ......279 Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) .
Page 438 INDEX 437 Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ..216 Safety Information, Tire ....266 Remote Starting System ....26 Safety Tips .
Page 439 438 INDEX Untwisting Procedure ....44 Setting the Clock ..169,171,186,187,190,200 Seat Belts (Sedan) ......38 Settings, Personal .
Page 440 INDEX 439 Starting Procedures ..... . 238 Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ....73 Steering Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .
Page 441 440 INDEX Life of Tires ......282 Weight ......311 Load Capacity .
Page 442 INDEX 441 Transmitter Battery Service Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ....44 (Remote Keyless Entry) ....25 Upholstery Care .
Page 443 442 INDEX Warranty Information ..... 418 Windows ......33 Washer, Adding Fluid .
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