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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or optional name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 6: 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 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision 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 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Customer Key Programming ... . . 19 Ignition Node Module (IGNM) —...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Doors ....24 Keyless Enter-N-Go™ ....34 To Unlatch The Trunk .
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Energy Management Feature ... . . 55 Engine Break-In Recommendations ..90 Seat Belt Pretensioner ....55 Safety Tips .
Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS will display the ignition switch position (OFF/ACC/ Your vehicle uses either a key start ignition system or RUN). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center keyless ignition system. The key start ignition system (EVIC) —...
Page 15: Keyless Ignition Node (Kin) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) — If Equipped This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button, as long as the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is in the passenger compartment.
Page 16: Standard Blade Ignition Key - If Equipped
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Feature If your vehicle is equipped with the Keyless Enter-N- Go™ feature, refer to “Starting Procedure” in “Starting And Operating” for further information. Standard Blade Ignition Key — If Equipped Your vehicle may use a standard blade key ignition system.
Page 17: Key Fob - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Key Fob — If Equipped The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
Page 18: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE you to cycle the ignition to OFF. In addition to the chime, the ignition or accessory on message will display in the cluster. NOTE: With the Uconnect system, the power window switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF position.
Page 19: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or remove the Key or Key Fob from vehicle, cycle the others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 20: Replacement Keys
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE After cycling the ignition to the ON/RUN position, the CAUTION! Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat- indicates that there is a problem with the electronics.
Page 21: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Customer Key Programming CAUTION! Programming Keys or Key Fobs with RKE transmitters may be performed at an authorized dealer. Always remove the keys from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules Part 15 At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided...
Page 22: Rearming Of The System
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Security Alarm will provide the following audible and time, the Vehicle Security Light will flash. If it does not visible signals: the horn will pulse, the headlights, park illuminate, the Vehicle Security Alarm is not arming. In lamps and/or turn signals will flash, and the Vehicle addition, if you open a door during the arming period, Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash.
Page 23: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 To Disarm The System Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™ or grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle (refer to Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter “Keyless Enter-N-Go™”...
Page 24: Illuminated Entry
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds becomes disconnected the Vehicle Security Alarm will or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition is remain armed when the battery is reconnected.
Page 25: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 NOTE: Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system from responding to all RKE transmit- ter buttons for all RKE transmitters. Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Key Fob With RKE Transmitter To Unlock The Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice...
Page 26: To Lock The Doors
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to Turn Headlights On With Remote Key Unlock “Keyless Enter-N-Go” under “Things To Know Before This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 27: To Unlatch The Trunk
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless Instrument Panel” for further information. you turn it off by either pressing the PANIC button a second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph To Unlatch The Trunk (24 km/h) or greater.
Page 28: Transmitter Battery Replacement
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transmitter Battery Replacement 3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. halves of the case together. Make sure there is an even “gap” between the two halves. If equipped, install and NOTE: Perchlorate Material –...
Page 29: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal How To Use Remote Start distance, check for these two conditions: All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: 1.
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Remote Start Aborted — Trunk Open WARNING! • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or • Remote Start Disabled — Start To Reset confined area.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 NOTE: NOTE: To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system • If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the will disable the one time press of the REMOTE START vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds. button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start request.
Page 32: Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks To lock each door, rotate the door lock knob on each door trim panel forward. To unlock the front doors, pull the inside door handle to the first detent or rotate the door lock button until the red indicator is visible.
Page 33: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Power Door Locks WARNING! A power door lock switch is on each front door trim • For personal security and safety in the event of an panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. accident, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the authorized dealer per written request of the customer. Keyless Enter-N-Go (Passive Entry) system. For further Please see your authorized dealer for service. information, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go”...
Page 35: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
Page 36: Keyless Enter-N-Go
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • Passive Entry may be programmed ON/OFF; refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. ment Panel” for further information. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are •...
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 To Unlock From The Passenger Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automati- cally.
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The doors are locked using the LOCK button on the If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors Passive Entry door handles.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles, press the door handle LOCK button to lock all four doors.
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking. • The Passive Entry system will not operate if the RKE transmitter battery is dead.
Page 41: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 WINDOWS There are single window controls on each passenger door trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows. Power Windows The window controls will operate only when the ignition The window controls on the driver’s door control all the is in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Front Windows Express Up And Down — If WARNING! Equipped Do not let children play with the sunroof, and never Express Down leave children in a vehicle with the Key Fob. Occu- Press the switch for less than a half a second and release.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 NOTE: Reset Auto Up • If the window runs into any obstacle during auto- Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window closure, it will reverse direction and then go back probably needs to be reset.
Page 44: Wind Buffeting
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the DOWN position). To enable the window controls, Wind Buffeting press and release the window lockout button again Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of (setting it in the UP position). pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
Page 45: Trunk Safety Warning
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 The trunk lid can be released from Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” in “Things To Know outside the vehicle by pressing the Before Starting Your Vehicle” for more information on TRUNK button on the Remote trunk operation with the Passive Entry feature.
Page 46: Trunk Emergency Release
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS As a security measure, a trunk internal emergency release Some of the most important safety features in your lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the vehicle are the restraint systems: event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the •...
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the enhance occupant protection by managing occupant risk of harm from a deploying air bag: energy during an impact event 1.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow (SAB), and when deployment occurs, the SABIC and children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under SAB air bags will inflate forcefully into the space their arm.
Page 49: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even WARNING! (Continued) on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument and cause a collision that includes you.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE normal conditions. However, in a collision, the belt will WARNING! (Continued) lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make vehicle or being thrown out.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt adjust the front seat.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the not protect you properly.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug WARNING! belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of collision.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. above the webbing to release the anchorage, then move it The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. up or down to the position that fits you best. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully.
Page 55: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 you will prefer a higher position. When you release the 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the anchorage try to move it up and down to make sure that folded webbing.
Page 56: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the passenger seating position is equipped with an position that has a belt with this feature. Children ALR and is being used for normal usage: 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seat.
Page 57: Energy Management Feature
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Seat Belt Pretensioner WARNING! The seat belts for both front seating positions are • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- These devices may improve the performance of the seat tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt func-...
Page 58: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (BeltAlert ) (8 km/h), BeltAlert will provide both audio and visual BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and notification.
Page 59: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is Using a seat belt extender when not needed can the best way to keep the baby safe.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In addition, the vehicle is equipped with Supplemental NOTE: The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Knee Air Bags mounted in the instrument panel below Bags are certified to new Federal regulations. the steering column and below the glove compartment.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 This vehicle may be equipped with a front passenger NOTE: • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, occupant classification system (OCS) that may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Airbags based upon but they will open during air bag deployment.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Supplemental Passenger Side Knee Air Bag Advanced Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • Knee Impact Bolster driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides •...
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the WARNING! (Continued) front and side of the seat’s back trim cover (front seats) or • Do not put anything on or around the air bag between the top and side seat’s cushion trim cover (rear covers or attempt to open them manually.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Always sit upright as possible with your back against the • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, seat back, use the seat belts properly, and use the appro- but they will open during air bag deployment.
Page 65: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Knee Impact Bolster The ORC determines if deployment of the front and/or The Knee Impact Bolster helps protect the knees of the side air bags in a frontal or side collision is required. front passenger, and position the front occupant for the Based on the impact sensor’s signals, a central electronic best interaction with the Advanced Front Air Bag.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli- and Front Passenger Knee Air Bags will not deploy in all sions, and also are needed to help keep you in position, frontal collisions, including some that may produce sub- away from an inflating air bag.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 turns on the Air Bag Warning Light, either momentarily Occupant Classification System (OCS) — Front or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light Passenger Seat comes on again after initial startup. The OCS is part of a Federally regulated safety system for this vehicle.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The OCS will NOT prevent deployment of the passenger Front Passenger Seat Front Passenger Air Advanced Front Air Bag. The OCS may reduce the Occupant Status Bag Classification inflation rate of the passenger Advanced Front Air Bag if Rearward-facing infant seat* Reduced-power the sensors estimate that:...
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 The ORC uses the classification to determine whether the WARNING! passenger Advanced Front Air Bag inflation rate should • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an be modified. air bag.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Occupants in the front passenger seat sitting improp- erly may cause the OCS to not classify the passen- ger’s weight accurately. This may result in serious injury or death in a collision. Always wear your seat belt and sit properly, with the seat back in an upright position, your back against the seat back, sitting upright, facing forward, in the center of the seat, with...
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 The OCS may not classify the front passenger properly if: • The front passenger’s weight is transferred to another part of the vehicle (like the door, arm rest or instru- ment panel) •...
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly...
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly...
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Features Of Your Vehicle” for additional informa- WARNING! tion). Make sure that objects inside the Flip ’n Stow™ Front Passenger Seat Storage bin do not interfere with the Placing an object on the floor under the front pas- latch before closing the seat.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 The following requirements must be strictly followed: WARNING! • Do not modify the front passenger seat assembly or Make sure that objects inside the Flip ’n Stow™ components in any way. Front Passenger Seat Storage bin do not interfere •...
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Ad- WARNING! vanced Front Air Bags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the Unapproved modifications or service procedures to Advanced Front Air Bags.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Supplemental Driver And Front Passenger Knee based on several factors, including the severity and type Air Bag Inflator Units of collision, the side air bag inflators on the crash side of The Supplemental Knee Air Bag units are located in the the vehicle may be triggered, releasing a quantity of instrument panel trim beneath the steering column and non-toxic gas.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the side Enhanced Accident Response System curtain air bag. The inflating side curtain air bag pushes In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and the communication network remains intact, and the covers the window.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. functions after an event, the ignition switch must be However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a changed from IGN ON to IGN OFF.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- Maintaining Your Air Bag System ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air WARNING! bags will not be in place to protect you. •...
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) You will want to have the air bags ready to • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag inflate for your protection in a collision. The system.
Page 82: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint is designed to record such data as: Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.
Page 83: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 are recorded. However, other parties, such as law en- Children 12 years or younger should ride properly forcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash personally identifying data routinely acquired during a statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in crash investigation.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE There are different sizes and types of restraints for seats often have a higher weight limit in the rearward- children from newborn size to the child almost large facing direction than infant carriers do, so they can be enough for an adult safety belt.
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Older Children And Child Restraints the seatback, they should use a belt-positioning booster Children who are two years old or who have outgrown seat. The child and belt-positioning booster seat are held their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward- in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt.
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For additional information, refer to Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK. restraint: Canadian residents should refer to Transport • Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it Canada’s website for additional information: http:// has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/safedrivers/childsafety/index.htm...
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 LATCH-compatible child restraint systems are now avail- WARNING! able. However, because the lower anchorages are to be introduced over a period of years, child restraint systems When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in having attachments for those anchorages will continue to the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the have features for installation using the vehicle’s seat...
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE equipped with flexible straps. You should never install Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint LATCH-compatible child seats so that two seats share a System common lower anchorage. If installing child seats in We urge you to follow the manufacturer’s directions adjacent rear seating positions, or if your child restraints carefully when installing your child restraint.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with push the child restraint rearward and downward into the separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or seat, removing slack in the straps according to the child connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE installing the child restraint, buckle the seat belt so the Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat seat belt is tucked behind the child restraint and out of Belts reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt equipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) to...
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 • N/A — Not Applicable Installing Child Restraint Tether Strap • ALR — Automatic Locking Retractor 1. Rotate the cover over the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint. 1.
Page 92: Engine Break-In Recommendations
90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path Transporting Pets for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible,...
Page 93: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a SAFETY TIPS high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil Transporting Passengers changes should be consistent with anticipated climate NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
Page 94: Exhaust Gas
92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas WARNING! (Continued) • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the WARNING! engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 95: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes Vehicle on while driving, have the system checked by an autho- rized dealer. Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, Defroster frays, and loose parts.
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 97: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 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 99: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......103 Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ... 106 Inside Day/Night Mirror .
Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect Phone Features ....128 Voice Command (Uconnect 200) ..178 Advanced Phone Connectivity .
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If Lights-On Reminder ....213 Equipped ......200 Fog Lights —...
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers ....220 Parksense Rear Park Assist — If Equipped . . . 230 Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Parksense Sensors .
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Overhead Console ..... 245 Power Sunroof — If Equipped ... . 256 Front Map/Reading Lights .
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cupholders ......263 Cargo Area Features ....269 Front Seat Cupholders .
Page 105: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward the windshield).
Page 106: Outside Mirrors
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: This feature is disabled when the vehicle is CAUTION! moving in reverse. To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean.
Page 107: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal And Approach WARNING! Lighting — If Equipped Driver and passenger outside mirrors with turn signal Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side and puddle lamp contain 3 LEDs. convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are.
Page 108: Power Mirrors
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- The power mirror controls are located on the drivers door tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a trim panel. mirror, press either the L (left) or R (right) button to select the mirror that you want to adjust.
Page 109: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped Sun Visor “Slide-On Rod” Feature — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use This feature allows for additional flexibility in position- the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the ing the visor to block out the sun.
Page 110: Blind Spot Monitoring - If Equipped
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE BLIND SPOT MONITORING — IF EQUIPPED When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to to let the driver know that the system is operational.
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 The BSM detection zone covers approximately one lane beyond the side of your vehicle, this may result in the on both sides of the vehicle (11 ft or 3.35 m). The zone BSM warning light remaining illuminated the entire starts at the outside rear view mirror and extends ap- time the vehicle is in a forward gear.
Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entering From The Side Entering From The Rear Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side of the vehicle. side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed of less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning light will be illuminated.
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in berms, etc.
Page 115: Rear Cross Path
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 WARNING! The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones. The BSM system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
Page 116: Modes Of Operation
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can Modes Of Operation be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the Three selectable modes of operation are available in the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the Uconnect System.
Page 117: Uconnect Phone (Uconnect 200)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime Blind Spot Alert Off will also be sounded. Whenever a turn signal and de- When the BSM system is turned off, there will be no tected object are present on the same side at the same visual or audible alerts from either the BSM or RCP time, both the visual and audio alerts will be issued.
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Uconnect Phone requires a mobile phone system. Only one linked (or paired) mobile phone can be equipped with the Bluetooth “Hands-Free Profile”, Ver- used with the system at a time. The system is available in sion 0.96 or higher.
Page 119: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Voice Command Button Operation When you press the Voice Command Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect button you will hear a BEEP. The beep is your Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect Phone signal to give a command.
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For each feature explanation in this section, only the To activate the Uconnect Phone, simply press the compound form of the voice command is given. You button and follow the audible prompts for directions. can also break the commands into parts and say each Uconnect Phone sessions begin with a press of the part of the command when you are asked for it.
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 • You will then be asked “Should paired device be set as NOTE: If other phones are present during the pairing process make sure they are switched to off or the Favorite?” If yes this phone will become the highest bluetooth is disabled before proceeding.
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system will prompt you to say the name of the Dial By Saying A Number person you want to call. • Press the button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Add Names To Your Uconnect Phonebook After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect Phonebook is phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the recommended when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Press the button to begin. mobile and a home number, but you can add “John Doe’s” work number later using the “Phonebook Edit • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say Entry”...
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 • A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down- Delete Uconnect Phonebook Entry loaded and updated every time a phone is connected NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended to the Uconnect Phone. when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the name, the Uconnect Phone will • Note that only the phonebook in the current language ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, is deleted. work, mobile, other, or all. Say the designation you •...
Page 127: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 • The Uconnect Phone will then prompt you as to the Press the button to accept the call. To reject the call, number designation you wish to call. press and hold the button until you hear a single beep, indicating that the incoming call was rejected.
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In indicating that the active and hold status of the two calls Progress have switched. Only one call can be placed on hold at a To make a second call while you are currently on a call, time.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Call Termination Call Continuation To end a call in progress, momentarily press the Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if Uconnect Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call.
Page 130: Uconnect Phone Features
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect Phone Features Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is Language Selection reachable: To change the language that the Uconnect Phone is • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency using: number for your area.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 NOTE: WARNING! • The emergency number dialed is based on the country where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S., and To use your Uconnect Phone System in an emer- Canada, 080 for Mexico). The number dialed may not gency, your mobile phone must be: be applicable with the available mobile service and •...
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Voice Mail Calling • The roadside assistance number dialed is based on the To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to “Working country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- with Automated Systems”. 2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14- Working With Automated Systems 3454 for Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for outside...
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 by the word “Send”. For example, if required to enter NOTE: • You may not hear all of the tones due to mobile phone your PIN followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you can press the button and say, “3 7 4 6 # Send”.
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect Phone keypad and still use the Uconnect Phone (while dialing will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).
Page 135: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF) from your Uconnect Phone paired mobile phone to the When you mute the Uconnect Phone, you will still be Uconnect Phone or vice versa, press the button able to hear the conversation coming from the other and say “Transfer Call”.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, say “List Phones”. • The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the Uconnect • The Uconnect Phone will play the phone names of all Phone will return to using the highest priority phone paired mobile phones in order from the highest to the present in or near (approximately within 30 ft (9 m)) the...
Page 137: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect You can either press the Uconnect Phone button to restore Phone the factory setting or repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the Uconnect Phone. For best results, the Uconnect Phone Tutorial Voice Training session should be completed when the To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press the...
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • low road noise, Voice Command Uconnect Voice Command Tutorial • smooth road surface, To hear a brief tutorial of the Voice Command features, • fully closed windows, press the button and say “Voice Command Tutorial.” •...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 • Phonebook (Downloaded and Uconnect Phone Lo- • low road noise, cal) name recognition rate is optimized when the • smooth road surface, entries are not similar. • fully closed windows, • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must •...
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Recent Calls After reading a message, you can “Reply” or “Forward” If your phone supports “Automatic Phonebook Down- the message using Uconnect Phone. load”, Uconnect Phone can list your Outgoing, Incom- Send Messages: ing and Missed Calls.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 List of Preset Messages: 11. See You in 15 minutes 1. Yes 12. I am on my way 2. No 13. I’ll be late 3. Where are you? 14. Are you there yet? 4.
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF Bluetooth Communication Link Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the the system from announcing the new incoming mes- Uconnect Phone.
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Page 146: General Information
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information Uconnect Phone supports the following features: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Voice Activated Features: RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the • Hands Free dialing via Voice (“Call John Smiths Mo- following conditions: bile”...
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Screen Activated Features: Your mobile phone’s audio is transmitted through your vehicle’s audio system; the system will automatically • Dialing via Keypad using touch-screen. mute your radio when using the Uconnect Phone. • Viewing and Calling contacts from Phonebooks dis- For Uconnect customer support, visit played on the touch-screen.
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Uconnect Phone is driven through your Bluetooth Uconnect Voice Command Button “Hands-Free Profile” mobile phone. Uconnect features The Uconnect Voice Command Button Bluetooth technology - the global standard that enables is only used for “barge in” and when you are different electronic devices to connect to each other without already in a call and you want to send Tones or wires or a docking station, so Uconnect Phone works no...
Page 149: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 • For certain operations, compound commands can be Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect used. For example, instead of saying “Call” and then Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect Phone “John Smith”...
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Natural Speech Voice Command Tree Your Uconnect Phone Voice system uses a Natural Refer to “Voice Tree” in this section. Language Voice Recognition (VR) engine. Help Command Natural speech allows the user to speak commands in If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to phrases or complete sentences.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 NOTE: Pressing the buttons while the 1. Press the “Phone” soft-key on the screen to begin. system is playing is known as “Barging In”, refer to “Barge 2. If there is no phone currently connected with the In —...
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Select Yes to begin the pairing process. Then, search for available devices on your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone. When prompted on the phone, enter the name and PIN shown on the Uconnect screen. •...
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Pair Additional Mobile Phones • Touch the “More” soft-key to begin, • Touch the “Settings” soft-key, • Next, touch the “Phone/Bluetooth ” soft-key, • Touch the “Add Device” soft-key, • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth en- abled mobile phone.
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Uconnect Phone will display an in process screen You can also use the following VR commands to bring up the Paired Phone screen from any screen on the radio: while the system is connecting, •...
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 • Touch the + soft-key located to the right of the device Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio Device name, Uconnect Phone will automatically connect to the high- • The options pop-up will be displayed, est priority paired phone and/or Audio Device within •...
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite phonebook. Specific Bluetooth Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature. See Uconnect • Touch the “Settings” soft-key, website for supported phones. • Touch the “Phone/Bluetooth ” soft-key, •...
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 • Only the phonebook of the currently connected mobile phone is accessible. • This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or deleted on the Uconnect Phone. These can only be edited on the mobile phone. The changes are transferred and updated to Uconnect Phone on the next phone connection.
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE phonebook record. Select an empty entry and touch the + To Remove A Favorite on that selected entry. When the Options pop-up appears, • To remove a Favorite, select phonebook from the touch “Add from Mobile”. You will then be asked which Phone main screen.
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 • The Options pop-up will display, touch “Remove from • Touch the + next to appropriate Favorite that is to be Favs”. altered. Emergency And Towing Assistance The Emergency and Towing Favorite numbers can only be altered.
Page 160: Phone Call Features
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Mobile Phonebook Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the • Recent Call Log Uconnect Phone if the feature(s) are available and • SMS Message Viewer supported by Bluetooth on your mobile service plan. For example, if your mobile service plan provides three- NOTE: All of the above operations except Redial can be way calling, this feature can be accessed through the...
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 • The Uconnect Phone will dial the number associated Touch-Tone Number Entry with John Doe, or if there are multiple numbers it will • Touch the “Phone” soft-key, ask which number you want to call for John Doe. •...
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Missed Calls Recent Calls You may browse up to 34 of the most recent of each of the • All Calls following call types: These can be accessed by touching the “recent calls” soft-key on the Phone main screen.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call call. The first call will be on hold while the second call is Currently In Progress in progress. Or you can place a call on hold by touching If a call is currently in progress and you have another the Hold soft-key on the Phone main screen, then dial a incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for...
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, Join Calls When two calls are in progress (one active and one on say “Redial”, hold), touch the “Join Calls” soft-key on the Phone main •...
Page 165: Uconnect Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Uconnect Phone Features NOTE: • The Emergency call may also be initiated by using the Emergency Assistance touch-screen. If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is • The emergency number dialed is based on the country reachable: where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S.
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Roadside Assistance Voice Mail Calling If you need roadside assistance: To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to “Working with Automated Systems”. • Press the button to begin. Working With Automated Systems •...
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 “Send” then the sequence you wish to enter. For example, NOTE: • The first number encountered for that contact will be if required to enter your PIN followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you can press the button and say, “Send 3 7 sent.
Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Barge In — Overriding Prompts Phone And Network Status Indicators button can be used when you wish to skip part Uconnect Phone will provide notification to inform you of a prompt and issue your voice command immediately. of your phone and network status when you are attempt- For example, if a prompt is asking “There are 2 numbers ing to make a phone call using Uconnect Phone.
Page 169: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the Advanced Phone Connectivity dial ring to the Uconnect Phone to play it on the vehicle Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone audio system, so you will not hear it. Under this situa- The Uconnect Phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- tion, after successfully dialing a number the user may feel ferred from your mobile phone to the Uconnect Phone...
Page 170: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • low road noise, Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone • smooth road surface, Voice Command • fully closed windows, • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to • dry weather condition. provide at least ⁄...
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 • Even though international dialing for most number • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and number combinations may not be supported.
Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Uconnect Phone SMS is only available when Read Messages: the vehicle is not in moving. If you receive a new text message while your phone is connected to Uconnect Phone, an announcement will be made to notify you that you have a new text message.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Once a message is received and viewed or listened to, you will have the following options: • Send a Reply • Forward • Call Send Messages Using Soft-Keys: You can send messages using Uconnect Phone. To send a new message: •...
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages Using Voice Commands: • Press the button, • After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, say “Send message to John Smith mobile”, • After the system prompts you for what message you want to send, say the message you wish to send or say “List”.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 5. Call me. 16. I need directions. 6. I’ll call you later. 17. I’m lost. 7. I’m on my way. 18. See you later. 8. Thanks. Bluetooth Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the 9.
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 • You can replace “248 555 1212” with any phone NOTE: • You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your number supported by your Mobile phone. mobile or favorite phone book. You can also say “Send •...
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 179: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 • If your phone does not support phonebook download NOTE: • You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your or call log download over Bluetooth than these com- mobile or favorite phone book. You can also say “Send mands will return a response that the contact does not a message to John Smith”...
Page 180: Voice Command (Uconnect 200)
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE VOICE COMMAND (Uconnect 200) When you press the Voice Command button, you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to give a Voice Command System Operation command. This Voice Command system allows you to control your AM, FM radio, satellite radio, disc NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few player, and a memo recorder.
Page 181: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 These commands are universal and can be used from any Commands menu. All other commands can be used depending upon The Voice Command system understands two types of the active application. commands. Universal commands are available at all times.
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE In this mode, you can say the following commands: Radio FM To switch to the FM band, say “FM” or “Radio FM”. In • “Radio” (to switch to the radio mode) this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 • “Previous Channel” (to select the previous channel) Memo To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. In • “List Channel” (to hear a list of available channels) this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
Page 184: Voice Training
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Language Spanish” − “Previous” (to play the previous memo) • “Tutorial” − “Delete” (to delete a memo) • “Delete All” (to delete all memos) • “Voice Training” Setup NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the Voice To switch to system setup, you may say on of the following: Command button first and wait for the beep before...
Page 185: Voice Command
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 2. Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by WARNING! Uconnect Voice. For best results, the “Voice Training” Any voice commanded system should be used only session should be completed when the vehicle is parked, in safe driving conditions following local applicable engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan laws.
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pressing the Uconnect Voice Command button To hear available commands, press the Uconnect Voice while the system is speaking is known as “barging in.” Command button and say “Help”. You will hear The system will be interrupted, and after the beep, you available commands for the screen displayed.
Page 187: Uconnect Voice Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 The system utilizes continuous dialog; when the system 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the requires more information from the user it will ask a volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Command question to which the user can respond without pressing system is speaking.
Page 188: Voice Tree
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 NOTE: 1. You can replace “950 AM” with any other AM or FM frequency, such as “98.7 FM”. 2. You can replace “80’s on 8” with any other satellite station name received by the radio. 3.
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 NOTE: 1. You can replace the album, artist, song, genre, playlist, podcast and audio book names with any corresponding names on the current device that is playing. 2. You can replace “8” with any track on the CD that is currently playing.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 NOTE: 1. You can replace “NFL” with any league shown on the sports league screen. For example you can say “Show MLB headlines” or “Show PGA headlines”. 2. You can replace “Headlines” with any menu items shown on a league screen.
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Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 NOTE: 1. Only available with Navigation equipped vehicles. 2. You can replace “Player” with “Radio”, “Navigation”, “Phone”, “Climate”, “More” or “Settings”. 3. Navigation commands only work if equipped with Navigation. 4. Available Voice Commands are shown in bold face and shaded grey.
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Page 197: Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 NOTE: SEATS 1. You can also say “Find City”, “Find Favorite”, “Find Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the Play by Category”, “Find Play by Name”, “Find Recently vehicle. Found”, “Where to?”...
Page 198: Power Seats - If Equipped
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats — If Equipped Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Some models may be equipped with a power driver’s The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. seat. The power seat switch is located on the outboard Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will side of the seat near the floor.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 Reclining The Seatback Forward Or Rearward WARNING! (Continued) The seatback can be reclined both forward and rearward. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat Push the seat recliner switch forward or rearward, the belts and while the vehicle is parked.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which could result in serious injury or death. Power Lumbar —...
Page 201: Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the On models equipped with manual seats, the adjusting seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once you have bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor.
Page 202: Manual Front Seat Recline Adjustment
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Front Seat Recline Adjustment WARNING! To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the position and release the lever.
Page 203: Heated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, ex- haustion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater.
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Heated Seat Operations — Uconnect 8.4 and Touch the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key once to 8.4 Nav: select HI-level heating. Touch the soft-key a second time Touch the “Controls” soft-key located on the bottom of to select LO-level heating.
Page 205: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt Head Restraints within two to five minutes. Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will impact.
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Active Head Restraints — Front Seats The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with Active Head Restraints (AHR). In the event of a rear impact the AHRs will automatically extend forward minimizing the gap between the back of the occupants head and the AHR.
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head WARNING! restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push Do not place items over the top of the Active Head downward on the head restraint.
Page 208: Folding Rear Seat
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat After releasing the seatback, it can be folded forward. The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area. To fold the rear seatback, pull on the loops located on the upper seatback. NOTE: These loops can be tucked away when not in use.
Page 209: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD WARNING! Two latches must be released to open the hood. • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side position.
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety 3. Lift upward on the hood prop rod to release from catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the stowage retainer.
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 4. Place the hood prop rod in hood slot to secure the CAUTION! hood in the open position. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood, until it is open approxi- mately 6 in (15 cm), and then drop it.
Page 212: Lights
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instru- ment panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, inte- rior lights and fog lights.
Page 213: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped NOTE: The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be This system automatically turns the headlights on or off turned on or off using the Uconnect System, refer to according to ambient light levels.
Page 214: Smartbeam™ - If Equipped
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To Activate • The lights must be turned off within 45 seconds of 1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO headlight placing the ignition in the OFF position to activate this position.
Page 215: Daytime Running Lights (Drl)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 NOTE: Lights-On Reminder • SmartBeam™ can be turned on or off using the If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Un- is placed in the OFF position, a chime will sound to alert derstanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 216: Multifunction Lever
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and press the headlight switch. To turn off the front fog lights, either press the headlight switch a second time or turn off the headlight switch.
Page 217: Lane Change Assist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 NOTE: High/Low Beam Switch • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light the headlights to high beam.
Page 218: Front Map/Reading Lights
216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Map/Reading Lights The lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE can be turned on by pressing the lens.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 Dimmer Controls With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the left The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and is dimmer control upward will increase the brightness of located on the left side of the instrument panel. the instrument panel lights and lighted cupholders (if equipped).
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ambient Light Control Dome Light Position Rotate the right dimmer control upward or downward to Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the increase or decrease the brightness of the door handle second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior lights and ambient light located in the overhead console.
Page 221: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent Wiper System The multifunction lever operates the windshield wipers Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions and washer when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be- or ACC position.
Page 222: Mist Feature
220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mist Feature CAUTION! Rotate the end of the lever downward to the Mist • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving position to activate a single wipe cycle to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. The wipers will through an automatic car wash.
Page 223: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper is The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be turned on turned off, the wipers will operate for three wipe cycles and off using the Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect and then turn off.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE between an intermittent wipe, slow wipe and a fast wipe The Rain Sensing system has protective features for the depending on the amount of moisture that is sensed on the wiper blades and arms. It will not operate under the windshield.
Page 225: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle This feature allows you to tilt the steering column down. 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 226: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering wheel has only one temperature setting. Once the heated steering wheel has been turned on it will operate for approximately 58 to 70 minutes before automatically shutting off.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start On models that are equipped with remote start, the heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting Sys- tem — If Equipped” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 228: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not place anything on the steering wheel that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steering wheel covers of any type and material. This may cause the steering wheel heater to overheat. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL —...
Page 229: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Electronic To Set A Desired Speed Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same NOTE: The vehicle should be traveling at a steady time.
Page 230: To Deactivate
228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate To Resume Speed A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the button and release.
Page 231: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills set, push the SET (-) button. If the button is continually The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the held in the SET (-) position, the set speed will continue to vehicle set speed.
Page 232: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF ParkSense Sensors EQUIPPED The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/ The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors’...
Page 233: Parksense Display
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 ParkSense Display When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display will turn ON indicating the system status. Park Assist System Off The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing a single arc in one or more regions based on the object’s distance and location relative to the vehicle.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If an object is detected in the center rear region, the display will show a single solid arc in the center rear region and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 Slow Tone Slow Tone...
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Fast Tone...
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 Fast Tone Continuous Tone...
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle: Continuous Tone...
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 WARNING ALERTS Rear Greater than 79-59 in 59-47 in 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than Distance 79 in (200-150 cm) (150-120 cm) (120-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (in/cm) (200 cm) (30 cm) Audible...
Page 240: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Enabling And Disabling ParkSense Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System ParkSense can be enabled and disabled using the When the ParkSense Rear Park Assist system is mal- Uconnect System. The available choices are: Off, Sound functioning, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center Only, or Sound and Display.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 If “WIPE OFF REAR PARK ASSIST SENSORS” appears If “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SENSORS” or “SERVICE in the EVIC make sure the outer surface and the under- PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” appears in the EVIC, see an side of the rear fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow, authorized dealer.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE once per ignition cycle, and it will display the PARK ASSIST SYSTEM DISABLED message. If “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM DISABLED” appears in the EVIC, cycle the ignition. If the message appears again, see an authorized dealer.
Page 243: Cleaning The Parksense System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 • When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE Cleaning The ParkSense System Clean the ParkSense sensors with water, car wash soap position and ParkSense is turned off, the EVIC will and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths. Do not display “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF”...
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable • Drivers must be careful when backing up even to recognize every obstacle, including small ob- when using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist sys- stacles.
Page 245: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF WARNING! (Continued) EQUIPPED • Before using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear system, it is strongly recommended that the ball Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever...
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width zones that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the of the vehicle to assist with parking or aligning to a vehicle. The following table shows the approximate hitch/receiver.
Page 247: Turning Parkview On Or Off - With Touch Screen Radio
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 NOTE: If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance OVERHEAD CONSOLE builds up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights water, and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens. and storage for sunglasses.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Map/Reading Lights Sunglass Bin Door Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light At the front of the console a compartment is provided for can be turned on by pressing the lens. the storage of a pair of sunglasses.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery.
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Before You Begin Programming HomeLink Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink system.
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons. • If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next button you want to program and the hand-held transmit- step after the LEARN button has been pressed. ter button.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, button you want to program and the hand-held transmit- follow these steps: ter button.
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to follow these steps: time-out in the same manner.
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 4. Watch for the HomeLink indicator to change flash Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button rates. When it changes, it is programmed. It may take up To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, to 30 seconds or longer in rare cases.
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Security If you have any problems, or require assistance, please It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at in your vehicle. www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with FCC • Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a dan- and IC rules. Changes or modifications not expressly gerous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage approved by the party responsible for compliance could while programming the transceiver.
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in visors on the overhead console. the ignition switch (or with the ignition in the Accessory or Run position, for vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™).
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 Closing Sunroof — Express WARNING! (Continued) Press the switch forward and release it within one-half • Do not allow small children to operate the sun- second and the sunroof will close automatically from any roof.
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts re- Wind Buffeting sult in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the disabled.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 Ignition OFF Operation ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS — IF EQUIPPED The 12 Volt (13 Amp) instrument panel power outlet is For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle located on the lower instrument panel, below the climate Information Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switch controls.
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To ensure proper operation a MOPAR cigar There is also a 12 volt power outlet located in the center knob and element must be used. console. This power outlet has power available only when the ignition is placed in the ACC or RUN position.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • After the use of high power draw accessories, or • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw long periods of the vehicle not being started (with power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 CUPHOLDERS Lighted Cupholders — If Equipped On some vehicles the front cupholders are equipped with Front Seat Cupholders a light ring that illuminates the cupholders for the front The cupholders are located in the center console forward passengers.
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Seat Cupholders STORAGE The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest Glovebox Storage between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned for- The glovebox storage compartment is located on the pas- ward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide convenient senger side of the instrument panel.
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 Console Features An open storage area, or cubby bin, is located in the center console forward of the shift lever. There is a storage compartment located under the center console armrest. In addition, the 12 volt power outlet, USB and Aux jack are located here.
Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pull upward on the release handle, located on the front of Door Storage the armrest, to open the storage compartment. The door panels contain storage areas. WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position.
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 Passenger Seat Storage — If Equipped Some models may be equipped with storage under the front passenger seat cushion. Pull upward on the seat tether to open the storage compartment. Rear Door Trim Storage Passenger Seat Cushion Tether...
Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Seat Armrest Storage — If Equipped For rear passengers there is a storage bin located in the armrest. Lift upward on the latch to open the storage compartment. Passenger Seat Cushion Storage Compartment Rear Armrest Storage...
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo Area — Vehicles Equipped with 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying versatility. The seatbacks fold down easily by pulling the seatback loops between the seatbacks and the bolsters. When the seats are folded down, they provide a continu- ous, nearly-flat extension of the load floor.
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After releasing the seatback, it can be folded forward. WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position, the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 Trunk Mat — If Equipped WARNING! A trunk mat covers the bottom of the cargo area. The trunk mat is used to protect the interior of the trunk from mud, The weight and position of cargo and passengers can snow, and debris.
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ski Pass-Through REAR WINDOW FEATURES There is a ski pass-through door located behind the rear Rear Window Defroster seat armrest that allows longer items, such as snow skis, The rear window defroster button is located on the to be stored in the rear cargo area.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....278 Uconnect Settings ....325 Instrument Cluster —...
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD iPod /USB/MP3 Control With Uconnect And MP3 Audio Play ....343 Voice Command — If Equipped ... . 351 Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files .
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance ....360 Uconnect 8.4 Climate Controls — If Equipped ......366 Radio Operation And Mobile Phones .
Page 280: Instrument Panel Features
278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Demister 5 — Glove Compartment 9 — Trunk Release 2 — Outlet 6 — Climate Control Hard Controls/ 10 — Hood Release Uconnect System Hard Controls 3 — Instrument Cluster 11 —...
Page 281: Instrument Cluster - Base
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE...
Page 282: Instrument Cluster - Premium Analog
280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM ANALOG...
Page 283: Instrument Cluster - Premium Digital
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM DIGITAL...
Page 284: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illumi- 1. Tachometer nates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your This gauge measures engine revolutions-per-minute tires is significantly under-inflated.
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 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 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Turn Signal Indicators The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, when the turn signal lever is operated. or when towing a trailer.
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC WARNING! system. If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see others could be badly burned by steam or boiling your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the...
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped Center (EVIC). Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information This indicator will illuminate when the front fog Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” for further information. lights are on. 8. High Beam Indicator This indicator shows that the high beam head- 7.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 10. Brake Warning Light The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- This light monitors various brake functions, ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic including brake fluid level and parking brake system.
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 14. Power Steering System Warning when the ignition is first turned to ON/RUN and remain This light is used to manage the electrical warn- on briefly as a bulb check. If the light does not come on ing of the EPS (Power Steering System).
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 18. Fuel Door Reminder 22. Odometer Display / Electronic Vehicle Information The arrow in this symbol is a reminder that the Center (EVIC) Display Fuel Filler Door is located on the left side of the Odometer Display vehicle.
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the electrical devices (i.e., radio) or slightly increase engine EVIC display. It displays the gear position of the auto- speed (if at idle). If the light remains on, it means that the matic transmission.
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 25. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light 26. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition an onboard diagnostic system, called OBD, that switch is turned to the ON/RUN position and monitors engine and automatic transmission con- may stay on for as long as four seconds.
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 27. Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If CAUTION! Equipped This light indicates that the transmission fluid Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause temperature is running hot. This may occur damage to the engine control system. It also could with severe usage, such as trailer towing.
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 29. Electronic Speed Control Indicator WARNING! This telltale will illuminate amber when the elec- tronic speed control is ON. For further informa- If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is tion, refer to “Electronic Speed Control” in “Un- illuminated and you continue operating the vehicle, derstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle.”...
Page 297: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 31. Red Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER Reconfigurable Telltales (EVIC) The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) features a This area will show reconfigurable red telltales (Door(s) driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument Ajar, Oil Pressure Warning Telltale, Charging System cluster.
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Unstored Messages The main display area will normally display the main menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the menu. The main display area also displays pop up condition that activated the message is cleared.
Page 299: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 Engine Oil Change Indicator System Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Oil Change Required 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the ON/ indicator system.
Page 300: Two Button Evic - If Equipped
298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Range To Empty NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not • Fuel Economy Info reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. • Cruise Control Info Two Button EVIC —...
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 The system allows the driver to select information by UP Arrow Button pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the UP arrow button to scroll upward through the main menus (Odometer, wheel: Digital Vehicle Speed, Trip Info, Range To Empty, Average Fuel Economy, Current Fuel Economy,...
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Key In Ignition • Washer Fluid Low • Left Turn Signal Out • Parking Brake Engaged • Right Turn Signal Out • Brake Fluid Low • Turn Signal On • Service Electronic Braking System •...
Page 303 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 • Check Fuel Cap • Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled • Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled • Oil Change Due • Front Seatbelts Unbuckled • Service Tire Pressure System • Door Open • Inflate Tire to XX • Doors Open •...
Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Settings EVIC Main Menu To step to each main menu feature press and release the • Units UP button once for each step. A step from the last item in • Language the list will cause the first item in the feature list to be displayed.
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 Press the UP buttons to cycle through all the Trip Computer Range To Empty (RTE) functions. Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is The Trip Functions mode displays the following information: determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous Trip A...
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Average Fuel Economy Tire PSI Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. Press and release the UP button until Tire Pressure is Average Fuel Economy can be reset by pressing and displayed. holding the RIGHT arrow button (as prompted in the Tire pressure information is displayed as follows: EVIC display).
Page 307: Four Button Evic - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 Stored Messages Four Button EVIC — If Equipped When a stored warning message is present, this This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful icon is displayed in the lower left side of the information by pressing the switches mounted on the Tire Pressure menu.
Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The system allows the driver to select information by UP Arrow Button pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the UP arrow button to scroll wheel: upward through the main menu and sub- menus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Stored Messages, Screen Set Up).
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 LEFT Arrow Button Press the LEFT arrow button to return to the main menu from an info screen or sub-menu item. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays The EVIC displays are located in the center portion of the cluster and consists of the follow sections: 1.
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled 3. Selectable Information (Compass, Temp, Range to Empty, Trip A, Trip B, Average MPG) • Service Airbag System 4. Menu Titles / Odometer • Traction Control Off 5. Menu Set (Selectable Icons) •...
Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 • Tire Pressure Screen With Low Tire(s) “Inflate Tire to • Vehicle Not in Park XX” • Key in Ignition • Service Tire Pressure System • Key in Ignition Lights On • Parking Brake Engaged •...
Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Service Airbag Warning Light • Transmission Getting Hot Press Brake • Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled • Trans. Hot Stop Safely Shift to Park Wait to Cool • Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled • Transmission Cool Ready to Drive •...
Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 EVIC Amber Telltales If this telltale turns on, safely pull over and stop the This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- vehicle. Then, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and tales. These telltales include: run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off. •...
Page 314 312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Charging System Telltale EVIC Red Telltales This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These This telltale shows the status of the electrical telltales include: charging system. If the telltale stays on or comes on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non- •...
Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 If a problem is detected, the telltale will come on while If the telltale turns on while driving, safely pull over and the engine is running. Cycle the ignition key when the stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve- placed in the PARK position.
Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EVIC Green Telltales Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Analog or Digital display icon is highlighted in the • Electronic Speed Control SET EVIC. Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to This telltale will illuminate green when the elec- change the display between analog and digital.
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) pressure values in each corner of the ICON with the Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow pressure value of the low tire displayed in a different button until the Vehicle Info icon is highlighted color than the other tire pressure value.
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Coolant Temperature Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until Coolant Temperature is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the RIGHT arrow button and the coolant temperature will be displayed. Fuel Economy Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Fuel Economy icon is high- lighted.
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 Fuel Economy Analog Display Fuel Economy Digital Display...
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The EVIC has the capability of displaying an interactive flower through the Fuel Economy sub-menu which will add one flower pedal for every 2.5 Miles Per Gallon (MPG) increment. Once the vehicle reached 30 MPG the EVIC will display a full flower.
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 Average Fuel Economy — If Equipped NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle This feature shows the average fuel economy since the loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of last reset. When Average Fuel Economy is selected, The the vehicle, regardless of the RTE displayed value.
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip Info Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Trip Info icon is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to display the following three trip fea- tures in the next screen: •...
Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 The Trip Functions mode displays the following information: Trip A Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last reset. Trip B Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last reset.
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Stored Messages Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow the Screen Setup display icon is highlighted in the EVIC. button until the Messages display icon is high- Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to enter the lighted in the EVIC.
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 would like to display in that location (i.e., Date, Time, Gear Display Outside Temp, etc.) and press the RIGHT arrow button to • Standard (PRND –/+) (default setting) save the display setting. You can press the LEFT arrow •...
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Trip A Lower Left • Trip B • None (default setting) • Compass Upper Right • None • Outside Temp • Compass (default setting) • Time • Outside Temp Lower Right • Time • None (default setting) •...
Page 327: Uconnect Settings
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default Soft-Keys Settings) Soft-Keys are accessible on the Uconnect display. • Cancel Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect System 8.4 Settings • Okay Press the More soft-key, then press the Settings soft-key to display the menu setting screen.
Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Once the setting is complete press the Back Arrow setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale soft-key to return to the previous menu or press the X between the + and – soft-keys. Then touch the arrow back soft-key to close out of the settings screen.
Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 • Units • Touchscreen Beep When in this display, you may select to have the EVIC, When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the odometer, and navigation system (if equipped) changed sound heard when a touch screen button (soft-key) is between US and Metric units of measure.
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Time Minutes Clock After pressing the Clock soft-key the following settings When in this display, you may adjust the minutes. The will be available. Sync with GPS Time soft-key must be unchecked. To make your selection touch the + or - soft-keys to adjust •...
Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 • Blind Spot Alert until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key When this feature is selected, the Blind Spot Alert feature to return to the previous menu. can be set to Off, Lights or Lights and Chime.
Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Rain Sensing Auto Wipers Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer to verify sensor alignment. Having a sensor that is misaligned will result When this feature is selected, the system will automati- in the BSM not operating to specification. cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture on the windshield.
Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 • Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped • Daytime Running Lights When this feature is selected, and the headlight switch is When this feature is selected, the headlights will turn on in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on ap- whenever the engine is running.
Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Sound Horn With Lock Doors & Locks After pressing the Doors & Locks soft-key the following When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when settings will be available. the remote start is activated. To make your selection, touch the Sound Horn With Lock soft-key, until a check- •...
Page 335 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 • 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks • Passive Entry When 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks is selected, only the This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s driver’s door will unlock on the first press of the Remote door(s) without having to press the Remote Keyless Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button.
Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Auto-On Driver Heated Seat & Steering Wheel With • Engine Off Power Delay Vehicle Start — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the power window When this feature is selected the driver’s heated seat and switches, radio, Uconnect phone system (if equipped), heated steering wheel will automatically turn on when power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will...
Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 Compass Settings After pressing the Compass Settings soft-key the follow- ing settings will be available. • 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.
Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL compass by pressing the ON soft-key and completing one or NOTE: Bass/Mid/Treble allow you to simply slide your more 360-degree turns (in an area free from large metal or finger up or down to change the setting as well as touch metallic objects) until the CAL indicator displayed in the directly on the desired setting.
Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 • Subscription Information Phone/Bluetooth After pressing the Phone/Bluetooth soft-key the follow- New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free ing settings will be available. limited time subscription to SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio with your radio. Following the expiration of the free •...
Page 340: Uconnect 200 - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack) And Siriusxm™ Radio
338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect 200 — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SiriusXM™ Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second RADIO time to turn off the radio.
Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 TIME Button The clock can also be set by pressing the MENU button. Press the TIME button to alternate display of the time For vehicles equipped with satellite radio, press the and radio frequency. MENU button until CLOCK appears in the display. Using the ENTER/BROWSE button select SET TIME, Clock Setting Procedure and then follow the above procedure, starting at Step 2.
Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TUNE Control Press the ENTER/BROWSE button and BASS will dis- Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise play. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise to to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. increase or counterclockwise to decrease the bass tones. Setting The Bass, Mid Range, Treble, Balance Or Press the ENTER/BROWSE button a second time and Fade...
Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 • Clock — Selecting Clock will allow you to set the Press the ENTER/BROWSE button a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob clock. Adjust the hours by turning the TUNE/ clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the sound level SCROLL control knob.
Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Repeat (RPT) — When Repeat is activated, the cur- the ENTER/BROWSE button to set the minutes. The rently playing song will begin again when it ends. It minutes will highlight. Adjust the minutes using the will continue to cycle through the same song until right side TUNE/SCROLL control knob.
Page 345: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 To Set The Pushbutton Memory Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And When you are receiving a station that you wish to MP3 Audio Play commit to pushbutton memory, press and hold the NOTE: button (1–5) you wish to lock onto this station for •...
Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you insert a disc with the ignition ON/RUN and the EJECT Button — Ejecting A CD radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. and begin to play when you insert the disc.
Page 347: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 TIME Button Shuffle and Repeat cannot be active at the same time. If Press this button to change the display from a large CD one is selected while the other is currently active the playing time display to a small CD playing time display. currently active one will be changed to OFF.
Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. display.) When reading discs recorded using formats other than •...
Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- Specification Frequency (kHz) sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 320, 256, 224, extension may cause playback problems.
Page 350: Enter/Browse Button (Cd Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)
348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3/WMA Files Enter/Browse Button (CD Mode For MP3/WMA Play) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Pressing the Enter/Browse button will bring up a list of radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium all folders on the disc.
Page 351: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds Operation Instructions — Universal Serial Bus (USB) to return to elapsed time display. The USB audio input which allows the user to plug in a flash drive and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to am- Operation Instructions —...
Page 352: Security
350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Security If this radio is installed in a vehicle that does not have a matching Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) an Secu- rity code will need to be entered by the dealer. CD PLAYER — IF EQUIPPED The single disc CD player is located in the center console.
Page 353: Cd Player Operating Instructions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 CD Player Operating Instructions Uconnect — If Equipped If equipped with Uconnect 8.4, refer to the Uconnect 8.4 Loading manual for further information. To insert disc into the player, follow the instructions shown: iPod /USB/MP3 CONTROL WITH Uconnect VOICE COMMAND —...
Page 354: Connecting The Ipod Or External Usb Device
352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Connecting The iPod Or External USB Device Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external USB device to the vehicle’s USB/AUX connector port which is located in the center console. Center Console USB/AUX Connector Port Cable Routing Center Console USB/AUX Connector Port...
Page 355: Using This Feature
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 NOTE: The center console will have a position where NOTE: If the audio device battery is completely dis- the iPod or consumer electronic audio device cable can charged, it may not communicate with the iPod /USB/ be routed through without damaging the cable when MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained.
Page 356: Controlling The Ipod Or External Usb Device Using Radio Buttons
354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Turning it counterclockwise (backward) by one Controlling The iPod Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons click, will jump to the previous track in the list or To get into the iPod /USB/MP3 control mode and access a press the VR button and say Previous Track connected audio device, either press the “AUX”...
Page 357: List Or Browse Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 • While a track is playing, press the INFO button to see List Or Browse Mode the associated metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described for that track. Pressing the INFO button again jumps below, will bring up Browse mode.
Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current list CAUTION! on the top line and the first item in that list on the • Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any second line. supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in •...
Page 359: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) Selecting Different Audio Device Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the 1. Press PHONE button to begin. Uconnect phone system. 2. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons Setup , then Select Audio Devices .
Page 360: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Previous Track Use the SEEK DOWN button, or press the VR button on the radio and say “Previous Track” to start at the begin- ning of the current music track. Browse Browsing is not available on a BTSA device. Only the current song that is playing will display info.
Page 361: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 Pressing the center button will make the radio switch CD Player between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/ Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next CD/HDD/AUX, etc.). track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track, or to the The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a beginning of the previous track if it is within one second...
Page 362: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective precautions: coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding.
Page 363: Climate Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. This system can be operated through either the Automatic Climate Controls on the instrument panel or through the Uconnect 8.4 system display if equipped.
Page 364 362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The A/C will engage automatically to prevent fogging NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the climate controls will not function during Remote Start when the recirculation button is pressed and the mode operation if the blower control is left in the “O” (Off) control is set to panel or Bi-Level.
Page 365 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 • ECONOMY MODE NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected, check the front of the A/C con- If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn denser located in front of the radiator for an accumula- OFF the indicator light and the A/C compressor.
Page 366 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Bi-Level • Mix Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demist outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, there the windshield.
Page 367 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 6. Electronic Rear Window Defrost CAUTION! Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indica- Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to tor in the button will illuminate when the rear window the heating elements: defroster is on.
Page 368: Uconnect 8.4 Climate Controls - If Equipped
366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect 8.4 Climate Controls — If Equipped Soft-Keys Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect 8.4 system Hard-Keys screen. The hard-keys are located below the Uconnect screen, in the center of the instrument panel. Uconnect 8.4 Automatic Temperature Controls — Soft-Keys Automatic Climate Controls —...
Page 369 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And speeds can be selected using either hard-keys or soft-keys Soft-keys) as follows: 1. A/C Button NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the Press and release to change the current Air Conditioning climate controls will not function during Remote Start (A/C) setting, the indicator illuminates when A/C is ON.
Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Front Defrost Button CAUTION! Press and release to change the current airflow setting to Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates when this fea- Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to ture is ON. Performing this function will cause the ATC the heating elements: to switch into manual mode.
Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 6. Passenger Temperature Control Up Button 9. AUTO Operation Button Provides the passenger with independent temperature Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by control. Push the button for warmer temperature set- adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Performing tings.
Page 372 370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Modes NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Page 373: Climate Control Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 13. SYNC NOTE: • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, Press the Sync soft-key to toggle the Sync feature On/Off. The Sync indicator is illuminated when this feature is select Defrost mode and increase blower speed. enabled.
Page 374: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may Automatic Operation lead to excessive window fogging. On systems with 1. Press the AUTO hard-key or soft-key button (9) on the Manual Climate Controls, the Recirculation mode is not Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Panel.
Page 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 NOTE: Manual Operation • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for The system allows for manual selection of blower speed, cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation control. the temperature, mode and blower speed to provide The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by comfort as quickly as possible.
Page 376: Operating Tips
374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips Vacation Storage Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air suggested control settings for various weather conditions.
Page 377 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 NOTE: enter the plenum, they could plug the water drains. In • Recirculate without A/C should not be used for long Winter months, make sure the air intake is clear of ice, periods, as fogging may occur. slush, and snow.
Page 379: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....381 After Starting ..... . . 385 Manual Transmission –...
Page 380 378 STARTING AND OPERATING Six-Speed Automatic Transmission Parking Brake ......415 (1.4L Turbo Engine Only — Ddct) ..391 Power Steering .
Page 381 STARTING AND OPERATING 379 Tire Terminology And Definitions ..435 Tread Wear Indicators ....448 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ..436 Life Of Tire .
Page 382 380 STARTING AND OPERATING Reformulated Gasoline ....463 Trailer Towing ......472 Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends .
Page 383: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 381 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. in a location accessible to children, and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go WARNING! in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
Page 384: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
382 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission – If Equipped Normal Starting The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting to any driving gear. NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the NOTE: You must press the brake pedal before shifting...
Page 385 STARTING AND OPERATING 383 To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN START/STOP Button (engine not running) position and the transmission is in PARK, the system will automatically time out after 1.
Page 386: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -30°F Or 34°C)
384 STARTING AND OPERATING • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time Extended Park Starting to change the ignition switch to the RUN position NOTE: Extended Park condition occurs when the ve- (EVIC displays “IGNITION MODE RUN”), hicle has not been started or driven for at least 35 days. •...
Page 387: If Engine Fails To Start
STARTING AND OPERATING 385 If Engine Fails To Start CAUTION! If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- To prevent damage to the starter, do not continuously dures, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all crank the engine for more than 25 seconds at a time.
Page 388: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
386 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits WARNING! quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, You or others could be injured if you leave the three-wire extension cord.
Page 389: Shifting
STARTING AND OPERATING 387 Shifting Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH (KM/H) Fully press the clutch pedal before shifting gears. As you 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 5 to 6 Engine Speeds release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator 1.4L, Accel.
Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING Maximum Recommended Downshift Speeds WARNING! CAUTION! Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their Failure to follow the maximum recommended down- grip, and the vehicle could skid. shifting speeds may cause the engine to overspeed and/or damage the clutch disc, even if the clutch CAUTION!
Page 391: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 389 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: You MUST press and hold the brake pedal while shifting out of PARK. CAUTION! WARNING! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK ing precautions are not observed: •...
Page 392 390 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 393: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 391 Key Ignition Park Interlock Six-Speed Automatic Transmission This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- (1.4L Turbo Engine Only — DDCT) lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK The shift lever position display (located in the instrument before the ignition switch can be turned to the OFF cluster) indicates the transmission gear range.
Page 394: Gear Ranges
392 STARTING AND OPERATING This transmission is programmed to prevent shifting from REVERSE to DRIVE or DRIVE to REVERSE, if vehicle speed is above 6 mph (10 km/h). This safety feature helps protect your transmission from damage. Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be done only when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped.
Page 395 STARTING AND OPERATING 393 PARK WARNING! This range supplements the parking brake by locking the • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in the parking brake.
Page 396 394 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, idle speed.
Page 397 STARTING AND OPERATING 395 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi- to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a tion to the ON/RUN position, press the brake number of reasons.
Page 398 396 STARTING AND OPERATING The following indicators should be used to ensure that WARNING! you have engaged the shift lever into the PARK position: Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the • When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever ignition to coast down a hill.
Page 399 STARTING AND OPERATING 397 • At low speeds you may hear mechanical noises similar DRIVE This range should be used for most city and highway to a manual transmission as the transmission changes driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- gears.
Page 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING • Before and after the engine is started, you may hear a During extremely cold temperatures, the transmission hydraulic pump for a short period of time. This noise will not operate if the oil temperature is -22°F (-30°C) or is normal and will not damage the transmission.
Page 401 STARTING AND OPERATING 399 MESSAGE DESCRIPTION MESSAGE DESCRIPTION SHIFT NOT The gear position requested by SHIFT TO The transmission has shifted itself ALLOWED the driver is currently blocked. NEUTRAL – into NEUTRAL (due to a fault This occurs if NEUTRAL is THEN D or R condition, or overheat due to requested while moving (with the...
Page 402 400 STARTING AND OPERATING MESSAGE DESCRIPTION MESSAGE DESCRIPTION AUTOMATIC The transmission is unable to TRANS. GET- The transmission driving clutch MODE NOT shift itself automatically, due TING HOT is overheating, usually due to AVAILABLE to a fault condition. Use the PRESS BRAKE repeated launches in stop-and-go AutoStick mode to shift the...
Page 403 STARTING AND OPERATING 401 to be available. The “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” MESSAGE DESCRIPTION may be illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle SERVICE A shift lever fault has been to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without SHIFTER detected.
Page 404: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (2.0L And 2.4L Engine Only - 6F24)
402 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- The electronically-controlled transmission provides a mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your earliest precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has diagnos- self-calibrating;...
Page 405: Gear Ranges
STARTING AND OPERATING 403 Gear Ranges transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or move the shift lever out of PARK. As an added precau- NEUTRAL into another gear range. tion, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade.
Page 406 404 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, idle speed.
Page 407 STARTING AND OPERATING 405 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi- to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a tion to the ON/RUN position, press the brake number of reasons.
Page 408 406 STARTING AND OPERATING The following indicators should be used to ensure that WARNING! you have engaged the shift lever into the PARK position: Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the • When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever ignition to coast down a hill.
Page 409 STARTING AND OPERATING 407 DRIVE If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operat- This range should be used for most city and highway ing limits, the transmission controller will modify the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- transmission shift schedule and expand the range of shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 410 408 STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission Limp Home Mode 3. Turn the engine OFF. Transmission function is monitored electronically for 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home 5.
Page 411 STARTING AND OPERATING 409 Overdrive Operation Torque Converter Clutch The automatic transmission includes an electronically A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been controlled Overdrive (sixth gear). The transmission will included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle. automatically shift into Overdrive if the following con- A clutch within the torque converter engages automati- ditions are present: cally at calibrated speeds.
Page 412: Autostick
410 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOSTICK rearward (+) or forward (-), unless an engine lugging AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission feature or overspeed condition would result. It will remain in providing manual shift control, giving you more control the selected gear until another upshift or downshift is of the vehicle.
Page 413: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 411 • Avoid using speed control when AutoStick is en- WARNING! gaged. Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a • Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their AutoStick is engaged.
Page 414: Traction
412 STARTING AND OPERATING To reduce this possibility, the following precautions WARNING! should be observed: Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. 1. Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the slushy.
Page 415: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 413 DRIVING THROUGH WATER Shallow Standing Water Driving through water more than a few inches/centimeters Although your vehicle is capable of driving through deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent shallow standing water, consider the following Caution damage to your vehicle.
Page 416 414 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 417: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 415 PARKING BRAKE The parking brake lever is located in the center console. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave an possible.
Page 418 416 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front WARNING! (Continued) wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is from the curb on an uphill grade. For vehicles equipped dangerous for a number of reasons.
Page 419: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 417 POWER STEERING WARNING! (Continued) The electric power steering system will give you good • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or in tight spaces.
Page 420: Electronic Brake Control System
418 STARTING AND OPERATING If the Steering icon is displayed and the “SERVICE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM POWER STEERING” message is displayed the EVIC Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic screen, this indicates the vehicle needs to be taken to the brake control system.
Page 421 STARTING AND OPERATING 419 When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you may These are all normal characteristics of ABS. also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some related motor noises. These noises are the system performing its WARNING! self-check cycle to ensure that the ABS is working properly.
Page 422 420 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) The “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” moni- • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- tors the ABS. The light will turn on when the ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase ignition switch is turned to the ON position braking or steering efficiency beyond that af- and may stay on for as long as four seconds.
Page 423: Brake Assist System (Bas)
STARTING AND OPERATING 421 If both the “Brake System Warning Light” and the “ABS reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer Warning Light” remain on, the ABS and Electronic Brake desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is Force Distribution (EBD) systems are not functioning.
Page 424: Traction Control System (Tcs)
422 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by The system monitors the amount of wheel spin at each monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the wheel by using individual wheel speed sensors. If wheel speed of the vehicle.
Page 425: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 423 NOTE: The TSC is disabled when the ESC system is in WARNING! the “Partial Off” mode. Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- WARNING! tions, and driving conditions, influence the chance that wheel lift or rollover may occur. ERM cannot •...
Page 426: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
424 STARTING AND OPERATING Hill Start Assist (HSA) Hill Start assist can be disabled if desired. This procedure The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when applies to vehicles equipped with a manual or Powertech starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. HSA will maintain transmission.
Page 427 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 • Gear selection matches vehicle direction (i.e., vehicle 9. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and continue in a clockwise direction until 200 degrees past center. facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle backing uphill is in REVERSE gear).
Page 428: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
426 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing With HSA WARNING! (Continued) HSA will provide assistance when starting on a grade • HSA is not a parking brake. Always apply the when pulling a trailer. parking brake fully when leaving your vehicle. Also, be certain to leave the transmission in PARK. WARNING! •...
Page 429 STARTING AND OPERATING 427 ESC reduces engine torque and applies brake pressure to WARNING! select individual wheels to mitigate vehicle under-steer • The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- and vehicle over-steer. The system uses engine torque reduction along with individual wheel brake pressure to vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the correct under-steer and over-steer conditions.
Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light sway is active. If the “ESC Activation/ Malfunction The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Indicator Light” begins to flash during acceleration, ease Light” in the instrument cluster will come on up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as when the ignition switch is turned to the ON possible.
Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 ESC Operating Modes WARNING! The ESC system has two available operating modes. • When in Partial Off mode, the TCS functionality Full On of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de- This is the normal operating mode for ESC. Whenever the scribed in the TCS section), has been disabled and vehicle is started the system will be in this mode.
Page 432: Tire Safety Information
430 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: When driving with snow chains, or when starting TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION off in deep snow, sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to Tire Markings allow more wheel spin when starting off in snow, mud, sand, gravel, or when using tire chains.
Page 433 STARTING AND OPERATING 431 NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” ing the size designation.
Page 434 432 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 or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 435 STARTING AND OPERATING 433 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 436: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
434 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 437: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 435 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) —01 means the year 2001 — Prior to July 2000, tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured.
Page 438: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
436 STARTING AND OPERATING Term Definition Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation pressure Pressure as shown on the tire placard. A paper label permanently attached to the vehicle describing the Tire Placard vehicle’s loading capacity, the original equipment tire sizes and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures.
Page 439 STARTING AND OPERATING 437 Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires.
Page 440 438 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- axles must not be exceeded. For further information on pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg”...
Page 441 STARTING AND OPERATING 439 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of of your vehicle with varying seating configurations...
Page 442 440 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 443: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 441 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 collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 444: Tire Inflation Pressures
442 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the left • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- side “B” Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side door. hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure the right or left.
Page 445 STARTING AND OPERATING 443 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 446: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
444 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 447: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 445 This spare tire may be used in the tire rotation for your Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped vehicle. If your vehicle has this option refer to an authorized The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation pattern.
Page 448: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
446 STARTING AND OPERATING spare tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as WARNING! your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the Compact spares are for temporary emergency use first opportunity.
Page 449: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 447 Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In WARNING! Emergencies” for further information. Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- WARNING! stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.
Page 450: Tread Wear Indicators
448 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth to help you in determining when your tires should be becomes 1/16 in (2 mm).
Page 451: Replacement Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 449 “Tread Wear Indicators”). Refer to the “Tire and Loading WARNING! Information” placard for the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after found on the original equipment tire sidewall.
Page 452 450 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than capacity other than what was originally equipped that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations on your vehicle.
Page 453: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
STARTING AND OPERATING 451 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) CAUTION! Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body clear- ance. Follow these recommendations to guard against To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the damage. following precautions: • Because of restricted traction device clearance be- •...
Page 454: Snow Tires
452 STARTING AND OPERATING If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and CAUTION! (Continued) type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only • Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pave- in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the ment.
Page 455: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 453 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern different loads and perform different steering, driving, does not apply to some directional tires that must not be and braking functions.
Page 456: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
454 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- limit for any reason, including low temperature effects, or mended cold placard pressure.
Page 457 STARTING AND OPERATING 455 For example, your vehicle may have a recommended CAUTION! cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure • The TPMS has been optimized for the original of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), equipment tires and wheels.
Page 458: Base System
456 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure the tire.
Page 459 STARTING AND OPERATING 457 The TPMS consists of the following components: will extinguish and the “Inflate Tire to XX” message will turn off once the updated tire pressures have been • Receiver Module received. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to •...
Page 460 458 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting 3. However, after driving the vehicle for up to 20 min- that affects radio wave signals. utes above 15 mph (24 km/h), the Tire Pressure Moni- toring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds 3.
Page 461: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 459 • Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System Messages, need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this which display in the Electronic Vehicle Information information.
Page 462 460 STARTING AND OPERATING Should a low tire condition occur on any of the four message is then followed by a graphic display, with “- -“ active road tire(s), you should stop as soon as possible in place of the pressure value(s) indicating which Tire and inflate all tires that are flashing on the graphic Pressure Monitoring Sensor(s) is not being received.
Page 463 STARTING AND OPERATING 461 3. Snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings. 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. the tire pressure in the compact spare tire.
Page 464: General Information
462 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime will General Information sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Page 465: 2.0L And 2.4L Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING 463 2.0L And 2.4L Engine Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and This engine is designed to meet all emis- endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- sions regulations and provide excellent wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties fuel economy and performance when us- necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, ing high-quality unleaded “regular”...
Page 466: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
464 STARTING AND OPERATING Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- genates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenates ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol may be used in your vehicle.
Page 467: Mmt In Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 465 To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline E-85 perform the following: without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, •...
Page 468: Fuel System Cautions
466 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being CAUTION! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s Most of these products contain high concentra- performance: tions of methanol.
Page 469: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 467 Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper WARNING! maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mal conditions repaired promptly.
Page 470 468 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located on the CAUTION! driver’s side door trim). • Damage to the fuel system or emission control 2. Open the fuel filler door, and remove the fuel filler system could result from using an improper fuel cap.
Page 471 STARTING AND OPERATING 469 NOTE: WARNING! • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near tank is full. the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the •...
Page 472: Vehicle Loading
470 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Pull back carpet to access fuel release cable behind VEHICLE LOADING carpet. As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver’s side door or B-Pillar. Vehicle Certification Label Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label attached to the driver’s door.
Page 473 STARTING AND OPERATING 471 The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the Curb Weight Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
Page 474: Trailer Towing
472 STARTING AND OPERATING Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and TRAILER TOWING shorten useful service life. Heavier suspension compo- In this section, you will find safety tips and information nents do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s GVWR. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
Page 475 STARTING AND OPERATING 473 Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) or rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certi- The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all fication Label” in “Starting and Operating” for further cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem- information.
Page 476: Trailer Hitch Classification
474 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Sway Control When used in accordance with the manufacturer’s direc- The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be tions, it provides for a more level ride, offering more installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue consistent steering and brake control and thereby enhanc- that typically provides adjustable friction associated with ing towing safety.
Page 477: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 475 All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions your vehicle. Max. Trailer Hitch Class Industry Standards Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer Class II - Medium Duty 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg)
Page 478: Trailer And Tongue Weight
476 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the GTW on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely from side-to-side which will cause loss of con- trol of vehicle and trailer.
Page 479: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 477 NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! (Continued) trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options, trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) must be considered as part of the total load on your and do not make starts at full throttle.
Page 480 478 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Page 481 STARTING AND OPERATING 479 − Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage WARNING! (Continued) before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General 2. GTW Information” in “Starting and Operating” for the 3. GAWR proper inspection procedure. 4.
Page 482 480 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 483 STARTING AND OPERATING 481 Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four-pin and seven-pin wiring harness.
Page 484: Towing Tips
482 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. Manual Transmission – If Equipped If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing, all starts must be in first gear to avoid excessive clutch slippage.
Page 485 STARTING AND OPERATING 483 provide better engine braking. If you REGULARLY tow a Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation, − Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. then change the transmission fluid and filter as specified −...
Page 486: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
484 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Flat Tow None NOT ALLOWED • Transmission in NEUTRAL Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED...
Page 487: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....487 TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation . . . 500 If Your Engine Overheats ....487 TIREFIT Usage Precautions .
Page 488 486 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Towing A Disabled Vehicle ....517 Manual Transmission ....518 Automatic Transmission .
Page 489: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 487 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the center of the instrument panel. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. •...
Page 490: Jacking And Tire Changing
488 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H,” • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the pull over and stop the vehicle.
Page 491: Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 489 WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
Page 492 490 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Remove the fastener securing the jack and spare tire. 4. Remove the scissors jack and wheel bolt wrench from the spare wheel as an assembly. Turn the jack screw to the left to loosen the wheel bolt wrench, and remove the wrench from the jack assembly.
Page 493: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 491 Preparations For Jacking 4. Place the shift lever into PARK. 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface as far from the 5. Turn OFF the ignition. edge of the roadway as possible. Avoid icy or slippery 6.
Page 494: Jacking And Changing A Tire
492 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking And Changing A Tire WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. help prevent personal injury or damage to your •...
Page 495 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 493 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and wheel bolt wrench. CAUTION! 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on cap covers the wheel bolts, use the wheel bolt wrench to locations other than those indicated in the Jacking pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle.
Page 496 494 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange, centering the jack saddle between the locating notches on the sill flange.
Page 497 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 495 WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the wheel bolts and tire. 7.
Page 498 496 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a handle counterclockwise. center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. 10.
Page 499: Road Tire Installation
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 497 WARNING! • A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided. •...
Page 500 498 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the 6. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand, wrench while at the end of the handle for increased snapping the cover over the two wheel bolts.
Page 501: Tirefit Kit - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 499 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the wheel bolt torque WARNING! with a torque wrench to ensure that all wheel bolts are properly seated against the wheel. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the wheel bolts fully until the vehicle TIREFIT KIT —...
Page 502: Tirefit Kit Components And Operation
500 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation 4. Power Button 5. Mode Select Knob 6. Sealant Hose (Clear) 7. Air Pump Hose (Black) 8. Power Plug Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Your TIREFIT kit is equipped with the following symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode.
Page 503: Tirefit Usage Precautions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 501 Selecting Sealant Mode TIREFIT Usage Precautions Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant position to inject the TIREFIT Sealant Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on the and to inflate the tire.
Page 504 502 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem WARNING! on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the TIREFIT kit. vehicle closest to traffic.
Page 505 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 503 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to − If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the wheel. come in contact with hair, eyes, or clothing. TIRE- •...
Page 506: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit
504 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT (B) Setting Up To Use TIREFIT: (A) Whenever You Stop To Use TIREFIT: 1. Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to the Sealant Mode position. 1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s Hazard Warning flashers.
Page 507 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 505 (C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – Tire: 10 seconds through the Sealant Hose (6): • Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE- 1.
Page 508 506 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air pressure within 15 minutes: Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
Page 509 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 507 CAUTION! WARNING! • The metal end fitting from Power Plug (8) may get TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the hot after use, so it should be handled carefully. tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using •...
Page 510 508 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pressure 4. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at the Gauge (3). earliest opportunity at an authorized dealer or tire ser- vice center. If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 Bar) , the tire is too badly damaged.
Page 511: Jump-Starting Procedures
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 509 4. Clean any remaining sealant from the TIREFIT housing. NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so precautions.
Page 512: Preparations For Jump-Start
510 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jump-Start WARNING! The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly. ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the NOTE: The positive battery post is covered with a ignition switch is on.
Page 513: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 511 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park CAUTION! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle WARNING! or the discharged vehicle.
Page 514 512 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper WARNING! cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable discharged battery.
Page 515: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 513 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE CAUTION! If your manual transmission vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to motion.
Page 516 514 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- tween DRIVE (automatic transmission) or 1st Gear ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or (manual transmission) and REVERSE, do not spin even failure, of the axle and tires.
Page 517: Shift Lever Override
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 515 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: 1. Turn the engine OFF. 2.
Page 518 516 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool down into the access slot at the front of the shift lever assembly, and push and hold the white override release lever down. Shift Lever 7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. 8.
Page 519: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 517 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE NOTE: This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. AUTOMATIC MANUAL Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Trans in NEUTRAL Rear NOT ALLOWED...
Page 520: Manual Transmission
518 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Manual Transmission All Transmissions If you must use the accessories (wipers, defroster, etc.) • Manual transmission vehicles can be flat towed (all while being towed, the key must be in the ON/RUN four wheels on the ground) with the transmission in position, not the ACC position.
Page 521: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 1.4L Turbo ..521 Maintenance Procedures ....527 Engine Compartment — 2.0L ... . . 522 Engine Oil .
Page 522 520 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System ..... 538 Replacement Bulbs ....562 Cooling System .
Page 523: Engine Compartment - 1.4L Turbo
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 521 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Power Distribution Center 2 — Engine Oil Level Indicator 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 7 — Battery 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 —...
Page 524: Engine Compartment - 2.0L
522 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Fill 6 — Battery 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Level Indicator 4 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 8 —...
Page 525: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 523 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Fill 6 — Battery 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Level Indicator 4 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 8 —...
Page 526: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
524 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.
Page 527: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 525 RESET button to turn off the message. If the problem Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II persists, the message will appear the next time the system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently vehicle is started.
Page 528: Replacement Parts
526 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system to update. A recheck with the above test routine happen: may then indicate that the system is now ready. a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal...
Page 529: Dealer Service
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 527 DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
Page 530: Engine Oil
528 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a CAUTION! (Continued) fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. that protect the performance and durability of Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance...
Page 531 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529 Engine Oil Selection – 1.4L Turbo Engine CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions, the Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer- will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil tified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material pressure and an increase in oil temperature.
Page 532 530 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) – 1.4L Turbo Identification Symbol Engine This symbol means that the oil has SAE 5W-40 synthetic engine oil is recommended for all been certified by the American operating temperatures.
Page 533: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 531 If 0W-20 engine oil is not available, SAE 5W-20 API Engine Oil Filter Certified may be used as a temporary suitable alternative. The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change. Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi- fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- Engine Oil Filter Selection...
Page 534: Maintenance-Free Battery
532 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 535: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 533 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories • If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables after handling.
Page 536 534 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling WARNING! R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning tioning system.
Page 537 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 535 The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet on the 2. Disengage the retaining tab that secures the filter lower right of center console. Perform the following cover to the HVAC housing, and remove the cover. procedure to replace the filter: 1.
Page 538 536 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of CAUTION! the housing. Take note of the air filter position indicators. The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure to properly install the filter will result in the need to replace it more often.
Page 539: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 537 Body Lubrication Windshield Wiper Blades Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, tailgate, windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubricated peri- mild, nonabrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent.
Page 540: Adding Washer Fluid
538 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend- WARNING! ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor performance of blades may be present with chattering, Commercially available windshield washer solvents marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions are flammable.
Page 541 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 539 into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the CAUTION! exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubri- • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- cation or oil change. Replace as required. leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the WARNING! effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con- trol device and may seriously reduce engine per-...
Page 542 540 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage: verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst motion.
Page 543: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 541 Cooling System Coolant Checks Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every WARNING! 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti-...
Page 544 542 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection Of Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi- tional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they CAUTION! may not be compatible with the radiator engine •...
Page 545 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 543 Please review these recommendations for using Organic Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze). tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
Page 546 544 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant WARNING! Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre- rules for your community.
Page 547 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 545 As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfac- If an examination of your engine compartment shows no tory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be month.
Page 548: Brake System
546 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the coolant bottle overflow hoses are WARNING! 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 a collision.
Page 549 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 547 NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a manual WARNING! transmission , the brake fluid reservoir supplies fluid to • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake both the brake system and the clutch release system. The two systems are separated in the reservoir, and a leak in fluid.
Page 550 548 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 551: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 549 Automatic Transmission – If Equipped CAUTION! The automatic transmission and differential assembly are contained within a single housing. Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be in transmission shift quality.
Page 552: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
550 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fluid as indicated in the Maintenance Schedule. Refer to CAUTION! “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. Also, if the fluid becomes contaminated (with Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as water, etc.) or the transmission is repaired, the fluid the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- should be changed.
Page 553: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 551 Frequency Of Fluid Change The following maintenance recommendations will enable Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of resistance built into your vehicle.
Page 554 552 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 a mild such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with scratch metal and painted surfaces.
Page 555 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 553 • 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.
Page 556 554 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If Interior Care Equipped Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- upholstery and carpeting. ner: Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean vinyl •...
Page 557 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 555 Glass Surfaces WARNING! All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis with MOPAR Glass Cleaner or any commercial Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type Many are potentially flammable, and if used in cleaner.
Page 558 556 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Bezels 1. Clean with a wet, soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive CAUTION! cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean, damp rag. 2.
Page 559: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 557 FUSES Cav- Car- Mini Fuse Description tridge Interior Fuses Fuse Cav- Car- Mini Fuse Description — 15 Amp Radio tridge Blue Fuse — 10 Amp Red Fuel Door — 20 Amp Front Heated Seats 10 Amp Red SCCM, SAS, Switch Bank —...
Page 560: Underhood Fuses
558 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses Cav- Car- Mini Fuse Description The Integrated Power Module is located on the right side tridge of the engine compartment, behind the battery. Fuse — 5 Amp Tan DDCT Feed #4 — 5 Amp Tan Stop Lamp Switch —...
Page 561 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 559 Cav- Maxi Mini Fuse Description Cav- Maxi Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse F01 70 Amp — Direct Battery Feed #1 F07 40 Amp — EBL RLY Coil, Blower To BCM Orange Motor RLY Coil F02 60 Amp —...
Page 562 560 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cav- Maxi Mini Fuse Description Cav- Maxi Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse — 15 Amp Ignition Coils, Coil — 25 Amp Blue Capacitor Natural — 15 Amp ESC, Brake Pedal — 20 Amp ECM, Fuel Injectors, Blue Switch, OCM Yellow...
Page 563: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 561 VEHICLE STORAGE Cav- Maxi Mini Fuse Description If you will not be using your vehicle for more than Fuse 21 days, you may want to take steps to preserve your F83 40 Amp — HVAC Blower Motor battery.
Page 564: Replacement Bulbs
562 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamps Interior Lights Bulb Type Halogen Headlamps Dome Lamp......W5W Can be serviced by removing the cap from the backside Overhead Console Lamp .
Page 565: Backup Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 563 Backup Lamps WARNING! 1. Open trunk. A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of 2. Remove trim cover. HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned ON. It may cause serious electrical shock or electro- cution if not serviced properly.
Page 566 564 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Twist the bulb socket one quarter turn counter clock- 4. Replace bulb. wise to remove. 5. Twist the bulb socket one quarter turn clockwise to install. 6. Install trim cover.
Page 567: License Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 565 License Lamp 1. Remove the screws securing the lamp to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 1 — License Lamp Bulb 2 —...
Page 568: Fluid Capacities
566 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (1.4L Aero Model Only) 13.2 Gallons 50 Liters Fuel (All Others) 15.8 Gallons 59.8 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 1.4L Turbo Engine (SAE 5W-40 Synthetic, API Certified) 4 Quarts 3.8 Liters 2.0L Engine (SAE 0W-20, API Certified) 5 Quarts 4.7 Liters...
Page 569: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 567 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Engine Oil –...
Page 570: Chassis
568 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Fuel Selection – 1.4L Turbo Engine 87 Octane Acceptable – 91 Octane Recommended Fuel Selection – 2.0L and 87 Octane 2.4L Engine Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission We recommend you use MOPAR C635 DDCT/MTX Transmission Fluid (1.4L Turbo Engine) –...
Page 571 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule ....570 Maintenance Chart ....572 Required Maintenance .
Page 572 570 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change in- Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change tervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, indicator system. The oil change indicator system will whichever comes first. remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: scheduled maintenance.
Page 573 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 571 Required Maintenance At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following Change Indicator System: pages for required maintenance. • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil and park brake.
Page 574: Maintenance Chart
572 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First) Or Years: Or Kilometers: 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 112,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,000 192,000 208,000 224,000 240,000 Additional Inspections Inspect CV joint boots. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends and replace as necessary.
Page 575 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 573 Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First) Or Years: Or Kilometers: 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 112,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,000 192,000 208,000 224,000 240,000 Flush and replace the en- gine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Page 576 574 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First) Or Years: Or Kilometers: 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 112,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,000 192,000 208,000 224,000 240,000 Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter (2.0L, 2.4L engines only) if you frequently drive: on rough or unpaved roads, on mountain roads, on...
Page 577 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 575 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
Page 579: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Vehicle......579 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 580 578 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Traction Grades ..... 585 Quality Grades ......585 Temperature Grades .
Page 581: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 579 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 582: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
580 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealership name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first.
Page 583: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 581 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only Impaired (TDD/TTY) the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer...
Page 584: Warranty Information
582 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment WARRANTY INFORMATION when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer 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 585: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 583 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 immedi- campaign.
Page 586 584 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Owner’s Manuals NOTE: A street address is required when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes). These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the • Service Manuals assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor- hicles.
Page 587 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 585 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Page 588 586 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 589 INDEX...
Page 590 588 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ....418 Alarm (Security Alarm) ....19 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .
Page 591 INDEX 589 Automatic Door Locks ..... 32 Brake Control System, Electronic ... . . 418 Automatic Headlights .
Page 592 590 INDEX Caps, Filler Cleaning Fuel ......467 Wheels ......553 Oil (Engine) .
Page 593 INDEX 591 Coolant (Antifreeze) ....566,567 Dealer Service ......527 Cooling System .
Page 594 592 INDEX Driving Emergency Deck Lid Release ....44 On Slippery Surfaces ....411 Emergency Trunk Release .
Page 595 INDEX 593 Oil ......528,566,567 Filler Location Fuel ..... . 290 Oil Change Interval .
Page 596 594 INDEX Fluid, Brake ......568 Octane Rating ..... . . 462 Fluids .
Page 597 INDEX 595 Gear Ranges ..... . 387,392,403 Delay ......211 Gear Select Lever Override .
Page 598 596 INDEX Ignition Jacking Instructions ..... . 492 Key ....... 12 Jump Starting .
Page 599 INDEX 597 Latch Plate ......49 Headlight Switch ..... 210 Latches .
Page 600 598 INDEX Seat Belt Reminder ....286 Door ......30 Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) .
Page 601 INDEX 599 Methanol ......464 Navigation System (Uconnect™ gps) ..243 Mini-Trip Computer .
Page 602 600 INDEX Onboard Diagnostic System ....524,525 Power Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ... 247 Deck Lid Release ..... 42 Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .
Page 603 INDEX 601 Rear Camera ......243 Replacement Bulbs ..... . . 562 Rear Cupholder .
Page 604 602 INDEX Seat Belt Maintenance ....556 Seatback Release ....200,206 Seat Belt Reminder .
Page 605 INDEX 603 Shoulder Belts ......47 Starting Procedures ..... . 381 Side Airbag .
Page 606 604 INDEX Tachometer ......282 Changing ..... . . 488,492 Telescoping Steering Column .
Page 607 INDEX 605 Spinning ......447 Trailer Towing Guide ..... 475 Tread Wear Indicators .
Page 608 606 INDEX Trip Odometer ......290 Vehicle Storage ..... . . 374,561 Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .
Page 609 INDEX 607 Windows ......39 Windshield Wipers ....219,537 Power .
Page 610 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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Dodge 2013 Dart Owner's Manual

Introduction 1

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