Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner's Manual

Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner's Manual

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Grand Cherokee
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O W N E R ' S M A N U A L
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  • Page 1 Grand Cherokee 2 0 1 2 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L SRT8...
  • Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of fea- Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the tures and equipment that are either standard or optional on name Chrysler Canada Inc.
  • Page 3: Introduction

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Warnings And Cautions ....7 Rollover Warning .
  • Page 6: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION 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.
  • Page 7: How To Use This Manual

    INTRODUCTION 5 control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or in a collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by injury.
  • Page 8 6 INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 9: Warnings And Cautions

    INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in 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 10: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

    8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. 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 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..19 Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) .
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Using The Panic Alarm ....24 Wind Buffeting ..... . . 42 Programming Additional Transmitters .
  • Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Seat Belt Pretensioners ....59 Event Data Recorder (EDR) ....78 Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) .
  • Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ignition switch.
  • Page 15: Key Fob

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion.
  • Page 16: Removing Key Fob From Ignition

    14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Removing Key Fob From Ignition at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob to the then pull the key out with your other hand.
  • Page 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 • The power window switches, radio, power sunroof (if CAUTION! (Continued) equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up • Leave the Key Fob in the ignition and either: to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the •...
  • Page 18: Key-In-Ignition Reminder

    16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key-In-Ignition Reminder WARNING! (Continued) Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or sounds a signal to remind you to remove the Key Fob.
  • Page 19: Sentry Key

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 SENTRY KEY the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthor- Key Fob to start the engine. Either of these conditions will ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The result in the engine being shut off after two seconds.
  • Page 20: Replacement Keys

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Replacement Keys Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho- rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the is one that has never been programmed.
  • Page 21: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 • This device must accept any interference that may be Security modes to hear the differences in the horn. In case received, including interference that may cause unde- one should go off in the future, you will need to know sired operation.
  • Page 22: To Disarm The System

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, To Disarm The System make sure the vehicle ignition system is OFF and the The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of key is physically removed from the ignition.
  • Page 23: Tamper Alert

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle • The driver’s door key cylinder and the liftgate button and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, on the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
  • Page 24: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “Mirrors” in This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 25: To Unlock The Doors

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” under “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. Remote Unlock Sequence This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors, on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter.
  • Page 26: To Lock The Doors

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Illuminated Approach Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter. are locked with the RKE transmitter or the Passive Entry The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles feature.
  • Page 27: Programming Additional Transmitters

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: The interior lights will turn off if you turn the 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical ignition switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while latch at the top of the RKE transmitter sideways with the Panic Alarm is activated.
  • Page 28 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal.
  • Page 29: General Information

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 4. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal halves together. distance, check for these two conditions: General Information 1. A weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and life of the battery is a minimum of three years.
  • Page 30: How To Use Remote Start

    28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • System not disabled from previous remote start event How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the • Vehicle theft alarm not active engine will remote start: •...
  • Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle To Enter Remote Start Mode Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped Press and release the REMOTE START button The following messages will display in the EVIC if the on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- onds.
  • Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The engine can be started two consecutive times with equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle, the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition must be press and release the START/STOP button. If the cycled by pushing the START/STOP button twice (or START/STOP button is not present, insert the Key Fob the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN...
  • Page 33: Door Locks

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped panel downward. To unlock the front doors, pull the When remote start is activated, the heated steering inside door handle to the first detent. To unlock the rear wheel, and driver heated seat features will automatically doors, pull the door lock knob on the door trim panel turn on in cold weather.
  • Page 34: Power Door Locks

    32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks WARNING! The power door lock switch is located on each front door • For personal security and safety in the event of an panel. Press the switch to lock or unlock the doors. accident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive, as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
  • Page 35: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 If you press the door lock switch while the Key Fob is in Automatic Unlock On Exit Feature — If Equipped the ignition switch and the driver’s door is open, the If Auto Unlock is enabled, this feature will unlock all the doors will not lock.
  • Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. Child-Protection Door Lock Function Child-Protection Door Lock Location WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged (locked).
  • Page 37: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 NOTE: For emergency exit from the rear seats when the NOTE: • Passive Entry may be programmed ON/OFF; refer to Child-Protection Door Lock System is engaged, manually raise the door lock knob to the unlocked position, roll “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ down the window, and open the door using the outside Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)”...
  • Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the driver’s (1.5 m) of the driver’s door handle, grab the driver’s front front door handle.
  • Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE To Enter The Liftgate Transmitter In Vehicle With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the button on the right side of Passive Entry RKE transmitter inside your vehicle, the the chrome accent bar, which is located on the liftgate...
  • Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in EVIC, all doors will unlock when you push the button on the liftgate. If Unlock Driver Door 1st press is programmed in EVIC, the liftgate and Flipper glass will unlock when you press the button on the liftgate For further information, refer to “Electronic Vehicle Informa- tion...
  • Page 41: Windows

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE: passenger and rear passenger door windows. The win- • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you dow controls will operate only when the ignition switch must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock is in the ON/RUN or ACC position.
  • Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The power window switches remain active for 10 min- WARNING! utes after the ignition has been turned OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch or leave a vehicle with Keyless Enter- Auto Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection —...
  • Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 during Auto Up. If this happens, pull the switch lightly to Window Lockout Button the first detent and hold it to close the window manually. The Window Lockout button on the driver’s door allows you to disable the window controls on the rear doors.
  • Page 44: Wind Buffeting

    42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions.
  • Page 45: Liftgate Flipper Glass

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Liftgate Flipper Glass Once the liftgate flipper glass has been opened, connec- The liftgate flipper glass is also unlocked when the tion to the rear window wiper is interrupted, preventing liftgate is unlocked. To open the flipper glass, push up on activation of the rear wiper blade while the flipper glass the window switch located on the liftgate.
  • Page 46: Power Liftgate - If Equipped

    44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Liftgate — If Equipped To operate the power liftgate manually in the open The power liftgate may be opened by pulling direction, pull the liftgate handle once to initiate a power up on the liftgate handle or by pressing the cycle and then pull the handle a second time to put LIFTGATE button on the Remote Keyless Entry...
  • Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 • If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is WARNING! closing or opening, the liftgate will automatically reverse to the closed or open position, provided it During power operation, personal injury or cargo meets sufficient resistance.
  • Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the liftgate handle is pulled while the power liftgate WARNING! is opening, the liftgate motor will disengage to allow • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison- manual operation. ous exhaust gases into your vehicle.
  • Page 49: Occupant Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 • Knee bolsters for front seat occupants OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may vehicle are the restraint systems: enhance occupant protection by managing occupant •...
  • Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE infant and child restraint systems. For more information Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat on LATCH, refer to Lower Anchors and Tether for belt properly (see section on Child Restraints) should be CHildren (LATCH).
  • Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be WARNING! moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more Front Air Bags room to inflate. severe injuries in a collision.
  • Page 52: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! (Continued) can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown (SABIC) and Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) from the vehicle.
  • Page 53: Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in belts are designed to go around the large bones of these areas are more likely to be seriously injured your body.
  • Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
  • Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 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 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up a comfortable and not resting on your neck.
  • Page 57: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to shoulder belt.
  • Page 58: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage

    56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will In the front seating positions, the shoulder belt can be prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away you will prefer a higher position.
  • Page 59: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions If the passenger seating position is equipped with an The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are ALR and is being used for normal usage: equipped with Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably which are used to secure a child restraint system.
  • Page 60: Energy Management Feature

    58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE position that has a belt with this feature. Children WARNING! 12 years old and under should always be properly • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced restrained in the rear seat. if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt func-...
  • Page 61: Seat Belt Pretensioners

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Seat Belt Pretensioners identified by any markings, only through visual inspec- The seat belts for both front seating positions are tion of the head restraint. The head restraint will be split equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to in two halves, with the front half being soft foam and remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
  • Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE However if during a front impact, a secondary rear CAUTION! impact occurs, the AHR may deploy based on several factors, including the severity and type of the impact. All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a...
  • Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. Hand Positioning Points On AHR 2.
  • Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE AHR In Reset Position 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism NOTE: 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock • If you have difficulties or problems resetting the into the back decorative plastic half.
  • Page 65: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 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 66: Seat Belt Lock Out

    64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Lock Out extender should be used only if the existing belt is not The center rear seat belt system has a lock out feature that long enough. When it is not required, remove the ex- will not allow you to extract the center webbing unless tender and store it.
  • Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The NOTE: The Driver and Front Passenger Advanced Front words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the air bag covers. Air Bags are certified to the new Federal regulations for Advanced Air Bags.
  • Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Air Bag System Components Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, front, Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC system components: air bags, are located above the side windows and their •...
  • Page 69: Advanced Front Air Bag Features

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, WARNING! and Seat Track Position Sensors • No objects should be placed over or near the air Advanced Front Air Bag Features bag on the instrument panel, because any such The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a driver and front passenger air bags.
  • Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant deploys independently;...
  • Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 • Should a vehicle rollover occur, the pretensioners and/or SAB and SABIC air bags on both sides of the vehicle may deploy. The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- brated to deploy the Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags and SABIC air bags during impacts that require side air bag occupant protection.
  • Page 72: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls

    70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front WARNING! (Continued) Air Bags work with the knee bolsters to provide im- • Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects proved protection for the driver and front passenger. Side between you and the side air bags;...
  • Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi- Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are certain frontal collisions depending on the severity and not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should type of collision.
  • Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Also, the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning WARNING! Light in the instrument panel for approxi- mately four to eight seconds for a self-check Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- when the ignition is first turned on.
  • Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 are possible, based on the collision type and severity. The based on several factors, including the severity and type steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of of collision, the side air bag inflator on the crash side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the vehicle may be triggered, releasing a quantity of the air bags inflate to their full size.
  • Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the Front And Side Impact Sensors SABIC. The inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of In front and side impacts, front and side impact sensors the headliner out of the way and covers the window.
  • Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 • Unlock the doors automatically. floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a functions after an event, the ignition switch must be few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor changed from IGN ON to IGN OFF.
  • Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! WARNING! Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, • Modifications to any part of the air bag system seat belt pretensioners, and the front seat belt retrac- could cause it to fail when you need it.
  • Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 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 80: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint were buckled/fastened; Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may •...
  • Page 81: Child Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, seat Owner’s Manual to ensure you have the right seat such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your ment, can read the information if they have access to the child.
  • Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE facing child safety seat. Two types of child restraints can WARNING! be used rearward-facing: infant carriers and convertible • Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in child seats. the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the air bag.
  • Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle. Then, restraint: pull the shoulder belt until it is fully extended from the retractor.
  • Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For additional information, refer to All children whose weight or height is above the www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK. Cana- forward-facing limit for the child seat should use a belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle’s seat belts dian residents should refer to Transport Canada’s web- site for additional information: http://www.tc.gc.ca/ fit properly.
  • Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 • If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the LATCH-compatible child restraint systems are now avail- child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a able. However, because the lower anchorages are to be child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind introduced over a period of years, child restraint systems the back.
  • Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The rear outboard seating positions have lower center position. If your child restraints are not LATCH- anchorages capable of accommodating LATCH- compatible, you can only install the child restraints using compatible child seats having flexible,...
  • Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Latch Anchorages Pulling Down The Carpet Floor Panel To Access Top Tether Strap In addition, there are top tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. To access the top tether strap anchorages behind the rear seat, pull the carpeted floor panel away from the seat back, this will expose the top tether strap anchorages.
  • Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a...
  • Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 gap panel. They are not visible until you fold the gap secure a Child Restraint System (CRS). These types of panel down. Do not use the cargo tie down hooks seat belts are designed to keep the lap portion of the seat located on the floor behind the seat.
  • Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing a Child Restraint with an ALR: the upward position. To access the center seat arm rest tether first lower the arm rest. The tether is located behind 1. To install a child restraint with ALR, first, pull enough the armrest and hooked onto the plastic seat backing.
  • Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 strap anchorages behind the rear seat, pull the carpeted floor panel away from the seat back, this will expose the top tether strap anchorages. Center Seat Position Arm Rest Tether Attached For center seating position route the tether strap over the seatback and headrest then attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat.
  • Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Top Tether Strap Anchorage (Located on Seatback) Top Tether Strap Mounting...
  • Page 93: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 behind the gap panel. Please note the top tether anchor- WARNING! ages are not visible until you fold the gap panel down. • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to Do not use the cargo tie down hooks located on the floor behind the seats.
  • Page 94: Safety Tips

    92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the should be considered a normal part of the break-in and limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. not interpreted as an indication of difficulty. However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can SAFETY TIPS be detrimental and should be avoided.
  • Page 95: Exhaust Gas

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your • Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat confined areas any longer than needed to move belts.
  • Page 96: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

    94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-...
  • Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Floor Mat Safety Information WARNING! (Continued) Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your • Never place or install floor mats or other floor vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they secured to prevent them from moving and inter-...
  • Page 98: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts WARNING! (Continued) and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
  • Page 99: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......104 Sun Visor Extension ....107 Automatic Dimming Mirror .
  • Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Things You Should Know About Your Manual Front Passenger Seatback Uconnect™ Phone ....135 Adjustment —...
  • Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 To Disable A RKE Transmitter Linked To Fog Lights — If Equipped ....178 Memory ......171 Interior Lights .
  • Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Intermittent Wiper System ....184 To Vary The Speed Setting ....193 Windshield Washer Operation .
  • Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu ..207 Cleaning The Parksense System ..228 Display Warnings And Maintenance ..208 Parksense System Usage Precautions .
  • Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming A Rolling Code ... 238 Venting Sunroof — Express ... . . 247 Programming A Non-Rolling Code .
  • Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Closing Power Shade — Express ..250 Door Storage ..... . . 260 Closing Power Shade —...
  • Page 106: Mirrors

    104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Mirror This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light in the button will illuminate to indicate when the dim- ming feature is activated.
  • Page 107: Outside Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Outside Mirrors Outside Mirrors Folding Feature To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrors All outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved either to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight forward or rearward to resist damage.
  • Page 108: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped

    106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE mirror, press the mirror select button for the mirror that Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by you want to adjust. Using the mirror control switch, press the optional Memory Seat Feature. Refer to “Driver on any of the four arrows for the direction that you want Memory Seat”...
  • Page 109: Sun Visor Extension

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Lift the cover to reveal the mirror. The light will turn on BLIND SPOT MONITORING — IF EQUIPPED automatically. The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to detect highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the rear/front/side of the vehicle.
  • Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The BSM system detection zone DOES NOT change if When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors your vehicle is towing a trailer. Therefore, visually to let the driver know that the system is operational.
  • Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Sensor Location (Driver Side Shown) Warning Light Location The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three detection zones by illuminating the BSM warning light different entry points (side, rear, front) while driving to located in the outside mirrors in addition to sounding an see if an alert is necessary.
  • 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 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. If the difference in speed between the two vehicles is greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), the warning light will not illuminate.
  • 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 vehicles 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 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
  • Page 117: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an alert Blind Spot Alert Off present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime will When the BSM system is turned off there will be no also be sounded.
  • Page 118 • www.dodge.com/uconnect system. Only one linked (or paired) mobile phone can be • www.jeep.com/uconnect used with the system at a time. The system is available in English, Spanish, or French languages.
  • Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Voice Command Button WARNING! Actual button location may vary with the ra- dio. The individual buttons are described in the Any voice commanded system should be used only “Operation” section. in safe driving conditions following local laws and phone use.
  • Page 120: Operation

    118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Operation example, you can use the compound form voice Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ command “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone the compound form command into two voice com- menu structure.
  • Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 • When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Device” Cancel Command At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and and follow the audible prompts. you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a •...
  • Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect™ Phone will confirm the phone number phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three and then dial. The number will appear in the display and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the of certain radios.
  • Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 • The Uconnect™ system will confirm the name and • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., then dial the corresponding phone number, which “Home”, “Work”, “Mobile”, or “Other”). This will may appear in the display of certain radios. allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone- book entry, if desired.
  • Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Depending on the maximum number of entries down- Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, downloaded names can be used.
  • Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Edit Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in NOTE: the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return •...
  • Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish • Press the button to begin. to delete.
  • Page 127: Phone Call Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say Phone Call Features “Phonebook List Names”. The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on your •...
  • Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — Call in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to “Toggling Currently In Progress Between Calls” in this section. To combine two calls, refer If a call is currently in progress and you have another to “Conference Call”...
  • Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Conference Call Call Termination When two calls are in progress (one active and one on To end a call in progress, momentarily press the hold), press and hold the button until you hear a button.
  • Page 130: Uconnect™ Phone Features

    128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Continuation Uconnect™ Phone Features Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Language Selection Uconnect™ Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been To change the language that the Uconnect™ Phone is switched to OFF.
  • Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Emergency Assistance Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is not be applicable with the available mobile service and reachable: area. •...
  • Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Towing Assistance Paging If you need towing assistance: To learn how to page, refer to “Working with Automated Systems”. Paging works properly except for pagers of • Press the button to begin. certain companies, which time out a little too soon to •...
  • Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that The Uconnect™ Phone will then send the corresponding normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as on your mobile phone keypad, you can press the tones over the phone.
  • 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™ keypad and still use the Uconnect™...
  • 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 • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone names of Uconnect™...
  • 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 Phone restore the factory setting or repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the Uconnect™ Phone. For Uconnect™...
  • Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • fully closed windows, Voice Command • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to • dry weather condition. provide at least ⁄ in (1 cm) gap between the overhead • Even though the system is designed for users speaking console (if equipped) and the mirror.
  • Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must • fully closed windows, be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • dry weather conditions, and • You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). •...
  • Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages: Uconnect™ Phone can read or send new messages on You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send your phone. a new message: • Press the Read Messages: button. If you receive a new text message while your phone is •...
  • 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™...
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  • Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
  • Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
  • Page 148: General Information

    146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information NOTE: Take care to speak into the Voice Interface This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and System as calmly and normally as possible. The ability of RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com- following conditions: mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a...
  • Page 149: Commands

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists The system will best recognize your speech if the win- options, press the Voice Command button, listen dows are closed, and the heater/air conditioning fan is for the beep, and say your command.
  • Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the Radio AM volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Command To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In system is speaking.
  • Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) Disc To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) may say the following commands: Satellite Radio •...
  • Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Switch to system setup” − “Continue” (to continue recording) • “Change to setup” − “Delete” (to delete the recording) • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) • “Main menu setup” or —...
  • Page 153: Voice Training

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Voice Training SEATS For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- Seats are part of the Occupant Restraint System of the nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect™ vehicle. Voice “Voice Training” feature may be used. WARNING! 1.
  • Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE are located on the outboard side of the seat. There are two Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward switches that control the movement of the seat cushion The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. and the seatback.
  • Page 155: Passenger's Power Seat

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Reclining The Seatback WARNING! (Continued) The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the backward. Push the seatback switch forward or rear- shoulder belt is no longer resting against your ward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
  • Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward WARNING! The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
  • Page 157: Power Lumbar - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path.
  • Page 158: Manual Front Seats Forward/Rearward Adjustment

    156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Front Seats Forward/Rearward While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar located under Adjustment the seat cushion and move the seat forward or rearward. Some models may be equipped with manual front driver Release the bar once you have reached the desired or passenger seats.
  • Page 159: Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment - Recline

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment — WARNING! Recline To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
  • Page 160: Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature - If Equipped

    158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature — If Heated Seats — If Equipped Equipped On some models, the front and rear seats may be equipped To fold the seatback to the flat load-floor position, lift the with heaters in both the seat cushions and seatbacks.
  • Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Vehicles Equipped with Remote Start Press the switch once to select HIGH-level On models that are equipped with remote start, the heating. Press the switch a second time to select driver’s heated seat and heated steering wheel can be LOW-level heating.
  • Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Heated Seats You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. On some models, the two outboard seats are equipped Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of with heated seats. There are two heated seat switches that heat in use.
  • Page 163: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 to one, indicating the change. The LOW-level setting will The ventilated seat switches are used turn OFF automatically after a maximum of 45 minutes. to control the speed of the fans located in the seat. Press the switch once to Ventilated Seats —...
  • Page 164: Head Restraints

    162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Head Restraints Active Head Restraints — Front Seats Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- by restricting head movement in the event of a rear- nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily impact.
  • Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push forward and rearward. To tilt the head restraint closer to button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the downward on the head restraint.
  • Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players.
  • Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 The center head restraint has limited adjustment. Lift WARNING! (Continued) upward on the head restraint to raise it, or push down- • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they ward on the head restraint to lower it. are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose cargo.
  • Page 168: 60/40 Split Rear Seat

    166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Pull upward on the release lever to release the seat. WARNING! Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered position could result in serious injury or death in a collision.
  • Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 2. Fold the rear seat completely 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 170: Reclining Rear Seat

    168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reclining Rear Seat WARNING! To recline the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back and release the lever Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the at the desired position.
  • Page 171: Setting Memory Positions And Linking Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Setting Memory Positions And Linking Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory NOTE: Each time the S (SET) button and a numbered button 1 or 2 are pressed, you erase the memory settings for that button and store a new one. 1.
  • Page 172: Memory Position Recall

    170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Turn on the radio and set the radio station presets (up 11. Select Remote Linked to Memory in the Electronic to 12 AM and 12 FM stations can be set). Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) and enter Yes . Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ 6.
  • Page 173: To Disable A Rke Transmitter Linked To Memory

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 To recall the memory setting for driver two, press 3. Press and release the memory S (SET) button located MEMORY button number 2 on the driver’s door, or the on the driver’s door. UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter linked to 4.
  • Page 174: Easy Entry/Exit Seat

    172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Easy Entry/Exit Seat driving position when the key is placed into the This feature provides automatic driver’s seat positioning ignition, and turned out of the LOCK position toward which will enhance driver mobility out of and into the the ACC/ON position.
  • Page 175: To Open And Close The Hood

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released. 1. Pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door. Safety Latch Location CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.
  • Page 176: Lights

    174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 177: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 NOTE: Automatic Headlights — If Equipped • Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and This system automatically turns the headlights on or off fog light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less according to ambient light levels.
  • Page 178: Smartbeam™ - If Equipped

    176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable inside rearview mirror. This camera detects vehicle spe- Features” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for cific light and automatically switches from high beams to further information. low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view. If your vehicle is equipped with a “Rain Sensitive Wiper NOTE: If the windshield or SmartBeam™...
  • Page 179: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 NOTE: This system will not activate until the vehicle is not in the PARK position. The lights will remain on until at or above 20 mph (32 km/h). the ignition is switched to the OFF or ACC position or the parking brake is engaged.
  • Page 180: Parking Lights And Panel Lights

    178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE on, and then the headlight switch is cycled off. Headlight delay can be cancelled by either turning the headlight switch on then off, or by turning the ignition ON. The headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles equipped with an Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
  • Page 181: Interior Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Interior Lights to its farthest position up until you hear a click. This Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front feature is termed the “Parade” mode and is useful when doors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotating headlights are required during the day.
  • Page 182: Lights-On Reminder

    180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lights-On Reminder Front Map/Reading Lights If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on The front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound when head console.
  • Page 183: Ambient Light

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Each light can be turned on by pressing a switch on either Ambient Light side of the console. These buttons are backlit for night The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light time visibility.
  • Page 184: Multifunction Lever

    182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Multifunction Lever Turn Signals The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows steering column. on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
  • Page 185: High/Low Beam Switch

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 High/Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument panel to switch the headlights to high beam. Pulling the multifunction back toward the steering wheel will turn the low beams back on, or shut the high beams off. WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on the left side of the steering column.
  • Page 186: Windshield Wiper Operation

    184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Operation CAUTION! Rotate the end of the lever to one of the first four detent positions for intermittent settings, the fifth detent for low Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents wiper operation and the sixth detent for high wiper the windshield wiper blades from returning to the operation.
  • Page 187: Windshield Washer Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the end of the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. Intermittent Wiper Operation NOTE: If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled.
  • Page 188: Mist

    186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use.
  • Page 189: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 • The Rain Sensing feature may not function properly Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped This feature senses moisture on the windshield and when ice, or dried salt water is present on the wind- automatically activates the wipers for the driver.
  • Page 190: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE operate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed is greater than 0 mph (0 km/h), or the outside tem- perature is greater than 32°F (0°C). • Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When the ignition is ON, and the transmission is in the NEU- TRAL position, the Rain Sensing system will not operate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed...
  • Page 191: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve- hicle.
  • Page 192: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped

    190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED Seat, you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps transmitter or the memory switch on the driver’s door warm your hands in cold weather.
  • Page 193: Electronic Speed Control

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated WARNING! steering wheel to operate. • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, On models that are equipped with remote start, the spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, ex- heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on...
  • Page 194: To Activate

    192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control right side of the steering wheel. System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed.
  • Page 195: To Set A Desired Speed

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 To Set A Desired Speed To Resume Speed Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button button and release.
  • Page 196: To Accelerate For Passing

    194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains set, push the SET (-) button. If the button is continually speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on held in the SET (-) position, the set speed will continue to moderate hills is normal.
  • Page 197: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF WARNING! EQUIPPED • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving convenience provided by cruise control while traveling system. It is not a substitute for active driving on highways and major roadways.
  • Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • The ACC system: You should switch off the ACC system: − Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming ve- • When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, hicles, and stationary objects (e.g., a stopped ve- sleet, heavy traffic, and complex driving situations hicle in a traffic jam or a disabled vehicle).
  • Page 199: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 The Cruise Control system has two control modes: • Adaptive Cruise Control mode for maintaining an appropriate distance between vehicles. • Normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode for cruising at a constant preset speed. For additional information, refer to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode”...
  • Page 200: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)

    198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Any chassis/suspension modifications to the NOTE: You cannot enable ACC under the following vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise conditions: Control. • When in Four-Wheel Drive Low. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) •...
  • Page 201: To Activate

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 To Activate To turn the system OFF, push and release the ON/OFF Push and release the ON/OFF button. The ACC menu in button again. At this time, the system will turn off and the EVIC displays “Adaptive Cruise Ready.”...
  • Page 202: To Set A Desired Acc Speed

    200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Set A Desired ACC Speed Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. If you do When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the not, the vehicle may continue to accelerate beyond the set SET - button and release.
  • Page 203: To Cancel

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 To Cancel The system will disable ACC without erasing the memory if: • You softly tap the brake pedal. • You depress the brake pedal. • You press the CANCEL switch. • An Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) event occurs. •...
  • Page 204: To Turn Off

    202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You turn OFF the ignition. NOTE: If ACC is resumed or set with the ESC/TCS off, ESC will automatically be re-engaged. • You switch to Four-Wheel Drive Low. To Resume Speed Press the RES + button and release. Then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 205: To Vary The Speed Setting

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 To Vary The Speed Setting Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by (1.6 km/h) decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of pressing and holding the RES + button.
  • Page 206: Setting The Following Distance In Acc

    204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Setting The Following Distance In ACC The specified following distance for ACC can be set by varying the distance setting between 3 (long), 2 (me- dium), and 1 (short). Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead.
  • Page 207 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the set speed. If a slower moving vehicle is detected in the same lane, the EVIC displays the “Sensed Vehicle Indi- cator” icon, and the system adjusts vehicle speed auto- matically to maintain the distance setting, regardless of the set speed.
  • Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on The ACC Systems provides Overtake Aid when passing ACC Activation). on the left hand side only. When driving with ACC engaged and following a Target vehicle, the system will The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited;...
  • Page 209: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Menu

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu ACC SET The EVIC displays the current ACC system settings. The − When ACC is set, the set speed will display. EVIC is located in the upper part of the instrument cluster between the speedometer and the tachometer.
  • Page 210: Display Warnings And Maintenance

    208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The ACC screen will display once again if any ACC Display Warnings And Maintenance activity occurs, which may include any of the following: “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning • Set Speed Change The ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”...
  • Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of an obstruction. The sensor is located in the center of the vehicle behind the lower grille. To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor- tant to note the following maintenance items: •...
  • Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor, Removing ACC Sensor For Off-Roading including transparent material or aftermarket grilles. NOTE: When off-roading, it may be advisable to re- Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or move the ACC sensor.
  • Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 NOTE: Do not change the adjustment fasteners or pull To reinstall the sensor and bracket assembly reverse the the sensor off of the bracket. Doing so may misalign the process above. The fastener torque required to assembly sensor.
  • Page 214: Precautions While Driving With Acc

    212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Service ACC Warning Precautions While Driving With ACC If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection FCW Unavailable Service Radar Sensor”, it indicates issues.
  • Page 215 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 Offset Driving Turns And Bends ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane that is When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the system offset from your direct line of travel. There will not be may decrease the vehicle speed and acceleration for sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead.
  • Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using ACC On Hills Lane Changing When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic lane in which you are traveling.
  • Page 217 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 Narrow Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they have moved fully into the lane. There will not be suffi- cient distance to the vehicle ahead.
  • Page 218: General Information

    216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Stationary Objects And Vehicles General Information ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary FCC Requirements For Vehicular Radar Systems vehicles. For example, ACC will not react in situations Classification Specifications: where the vehicle you are following exits your lane and 47 C.F.R.
  • Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 To Vary The Speed Setting WARNING! There are two ways to change the set speed: In the normal Cruise Control mode, the system will • Use the accelerator pedal to adjust the vehicle to the not react to vehicles ahead.
  • Page 220: Forward Collision Warning - If Equipped

    218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped Press the RES + button and then remove your foot from Forward Collision Warning (FCW) warns the driver of a the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the last set potential collision with the vehicle in front of you and speed.
  • Page 221 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 guard rails or sign posts based on the course predic- tion. This is expected and is a part of normal FCW activation and functionality. WARNING! Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect every type of potential collision.
  • Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE FCW settings can only be changed when the vehicle is in Changing the FCW status to the “Near” setting, allows PARK. the system to warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you when you are much closer. This The default status of FCW is the “Far”...
  • Page 223 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the system from warning you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you. FCW Off Example NOTE: • The system will retain the last setting selected by the driver after ignition shut down.
  • Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • FCW will not react to irrelevant objects such as over- Service FCW Warning head objects, ground reflections, objects not in the path If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ of the car, stationary objects that are far away, oncom- FCW Unavailable Service Radar Sensor”, it indicates ing traffic, or leading vehicles with the same or higher...
  • Page 225: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 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 and audible indications of the distance between the rear within the sensors’...
  • Page 226: Parksense Display

    224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The ParkSense Warning Display is located in the Instru- ParkSense Display ment cluster’s EVIC display. It provides both visual and When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display audible warnings to indicate the distance between the will turn ON indicating the system status.
  • Page 227 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 Park Assist System OFF Slow Tone The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
  • Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Continuous Tone The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
  • Page 229: Enabling And Disabling Parksense

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 79 in (200 cm) (200-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Audible Alert None Single 1/2 Slow Fast Continuous...
  • Page 230: Service The Parksense Rear Park Assist System

    228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Un- detected a faulted condition, the EVIC will display the derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa- “CLEAN PARK ASSIST SENSORS” or the “SERVICE tion. When the shift lever is moved to REVERSE and the PARK ASSIST SYSTEM”...
  • Page 231: Parksense System Usage Precautions

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 • ParkSense , when on, will MUTE the radio when it is ParkSense System Usage Precautions sounding a tone. NOTE: • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, • Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking care dirt and debris to keep the ParkSense system operat- not to scratch or damage them.
  • Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • On vehicles equipped with a tailgate, ParkSense WARNING! should be disabled when the tailgate is in the lowered • Drivers must be careful when backing up even or open position and the vehicle is in REVERSE. A lowered tailgate could provide a false indication that when using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist Sys- an obstacle is behind the vehicle.
  • Page 233: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 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 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the of the vehicle while a dashed center-line will indicate the vehicle. The following table shows the approximate center of the vehicle to assist with aligning to a hitch/ distances for each zone: receiver.
  • Page 235: Turning Parkview On Or Off - With Navigation/Multimedia Radio

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be Drivers must be careful when backing up even when driven slowly when using ParkView to be able to using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always stop in time when an obstacle is seen.
  • Page 236: Turning Parkview On Or Off - Without Navigation/Multimedia Radio

    234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Enable or disable the rear camera feature by selecting the “enable rear camera in reverse” soft-key. 5. Press the “save” soft-key. Turning ParkView On Or Off — Without Navigation/Multimedia Radio 1. Press the “menu” hard-key. 2.
  • Page 237: Sunglass Bin Door

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 Sunglass Bin Door At the front of the console a compartment is provided for the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The storage compart- ment access is a “push/push” design. Push the chrome pad on the door to open.
  • Page 238: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped

    236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 239: Before You Begin Programming Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 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 240 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manu- factured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identified by the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener.
  • Page 241 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 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 242: Programming A Non-Rolling Code

    240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button until 4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi- the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not cator light. The Homelink indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after Homelink has received the fre- release the button.
  • Page 243: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 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 244: Using Homelink

    242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 245: Security

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 Security Troubleshooting Tips It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here in your vehicle. are some of the most common solutions: •...
  • Page 246: General Information

    244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information WARNING! This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry • Your motorized door or gate will open and close Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: while you are programming the universal trans- ceiver.
  • Page 247: Power Sunroof - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 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. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
  • Page 248: Opening Sunroof - Express

    246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express second and the sunroof will open automatically from any Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop position.
  • Page 249: Venting Sunroof - Express

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 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 250: Ignition Off Operation

    248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ignition OFF Operation The power sunroof switches remain active for up to approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch has been turned OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time is programmable. Refer to “Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Set- tings (Customer-Programmable Features)”...
  • Page 251: Opening Sunroof - Express

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in second and the sunroof will open automatically from any position.
  • Page 252: Closing Sunroof - Manual Mode

    250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- Opening Power Shade — Manual Mode cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express To open the shade, press and hold the switch rearward to Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop full open.
  • Page 253: Pinch Protect Feature

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 Pinch Protect Feature Wind Buffeting This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an ob- pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the struction is detected, the sunroof will automatically re- ears.
  • Page 254: Sunroof Fully Closed

    252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the ignition switch has been turned OFF. Refer to “Elec- the outlets marked with a “battery” are connected di- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Customer- rectly to the battery and powered at all times. Programmable Features (System Setup)”...
  • Page 255 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 The front power outlet is located inside the storage area In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a power on the center stack of the instrument panel. Push inward outlet located in the storage area of the center console. on the storage lid to open the compartment and gain access to this power outlet.
  • Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo area. Power Outlet Right Rear Quarter Panel Fuse Rear Power Outlet The rear power outlet can be switched to NOTE: “battery” powered all the time by switching the power outlet right rear quarter panel fuse in the fuse panel.
  • Page 257 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 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 258: Power Inverter - If Equipped

    256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! There is a 115 Volt, 150 Watt inverter outlet located on the • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw back of the center console to convert DC current to AC current.
  • Page 259 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 may have to be reset manually. To reset the inverter manually press the power inverter button OFF and ON. To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to using the inverter. The power inverter switch is located on the switch bank below the Climate Controls.
  • Page 260: Cupholders

    258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS WARNING! There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers located in the center console. To avoid serious injury or death: • Do not use a three-prong adaptor. • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. •...
  • Page 261: Storage

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers STORAGE located in the fold-down center armrest. Glove Compartment The glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Rear Cupholders Glove Compartment...
  • Page 262: Door Storage

    260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open the glove compartment, pull outward on the Door Storage latch and lower the glove box door. Large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy access. Opened Glove Compartment Door Panel Storage...
  • Page 263: Center Console

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 Center Console To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on The center console contains both an upper and a lower the small latch located on the lid. storage area. Storage Compartment Latches Storage Compartment...
  • Page 264: Cargo Area Features

    262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the WARNING! lower storage compartment. Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving.
  • Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 Press And Release Three-Press Switch To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, twice for low, and a third time to return to off.
  • Page 266: Cargo Storage Bins

    264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Storage Bins Two additional storage bins are located under the load There are four removable storage bins located in the rear floor. To access the lower storage bins, raise the load floor cargo area.
  • Page 267: Retractable Cargo Area Cover - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or protect passengers from loose cargo. To cover the cargo area: 1.
  • Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. The liftgate may be opened with the cargo cover in WARNING! place. In a collision, a loose cargo cover in the vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle.
  • Page 269: Cargo Tie-Down Hooks

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 Cargo Tie-Down Hooks WARNING! The cargo tie-downs, located on the cargo area floor, • To help protect against personal injury, passengers should be used to safely secure loads when the vehicle is moving. should not be seated in the rear cargo area.
  • Page 270: Rear Window Features

    268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES WARNING! (Continued) Rear Window Wiper/Washer • Do not carry loads which exceed the load limits described on the label attached to the left door or The rear wiper/washer is controlled by a rotary switch left door center pillar.
  • Page 271: Rear Window Defroster

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned first detent for intermittent operation and to the OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the “park” second detent for continuous rear wiper operation.
  • Page 272: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped

    270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED window defroster only when the engine is operating. The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The CAUTION! load must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars.
  • Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 rack frame. Once the crossbar is in the desired position, CAUTION! retighten the with the wrench to lock the crossbar into • To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, do position. not carry any loads on the roof rack without the NOTE: crossbars installed.
  • Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Long loads which extend over the windshield, Cargo must be securely tied before driving your such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the large frontal area should be secured to both the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per- front and rear of the vehicle.
  • Page 275 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....277 Engine Oil Change Indicator System ..304 Instrument Cluster ....278 Fuel Economy .
  • Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Turn Menu Off ..... . 312 Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) ..326 Tire PSI .
  • Page 277 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Uconnect™ Multimedia Video Entertainment Equipped ......346 System (VES)™...
  • Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Replacing The Batteries ....371 Steering Wheel Audio Controls ... . 390 Headphones Operation .
  • Page 279: Instrument Panel Features

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Lower Switch Bank 11 — Hood Release 2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Hazard Switch 12 — Fuel Door Release 3 — Radio 8 — Storage Bin 13 —...
  • Page 280: Instrument Cluster

    278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
  • Page 281: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS the ON/RUN position before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to 1. Tachometer ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly. Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000).
  • Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL system. If this light remains on after several ignition WARNING! cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal problem diagnosed and corrected.
  • Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 5. TOW/HAUL Indicator Light — If Equipped 9. Hill Descent Control Indicator Light — If Equipped This light will illuminate when the TOW/ The symbol indicates the status of the Hill HAUL button has been selected. The TOW/ Decent Control (HDC) feature.
  • Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so, placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should before the repair or service.
  • Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS...
  • Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped 14. Brake Warning Light This indicator will illuminate when the park This light monitors various brake functions, lights or headlights are turned on. including brake fluid level and parking brake application.
  • Page 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- WARNING! ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on dangerous.
  • Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position, have tion.
  • Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 19. Fuel Gauge 23. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when Light — If Equipped the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position. This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- trol (ESC) is off.
  • Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- WARNING! ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
  • Page 291: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER The EVIC consists of the following: (EVIC) • System Status The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- • Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The system allows the driver to select information by UP Button pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the UP button to scroll up- wheel: ward through the main menus (Fuel Economy, Vehicle Info, Tire PSI, Cruise, Messages, Units, System Setup, Vehicle Speed, Trip Info, Turn Menu Off and sub-menus.
  • Page 293: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 BACK Button messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn- Press the BACK button to scroll back to a ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall previous menu or sub-menu. into several categories: •...
  • Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL of this message type are Turn Signal On (if a turn signal When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays is left on) and Lights On (if driver leaves the vehicle). the following messages: • Unstored Messages Until RUN •...
  • Page 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 • Keyfob Battery Low • Normal Cruise Ready — When Adaptive Cruise Con- trol (ACC) system is turned off and Normal (Fixed • Liftglass Open Speed) Cruise Control mode is available. Refer to • Left front turn signal lamp out “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)”...
  • Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ACC Cancelled — To disable the ACC system. Refer to • Brake — If the ACC system predicts that its maximum “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Understanding braking level is not sufficient to maintain the set The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 297 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 • ACC/FCW Unavailable Service Radar Sensor — If the • Ignition or Accessory On Lights On ACC system turns off due to an internal system fault • Turn signal on that requires service from an authorized dealer. Refer •...
  • Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Memory system unavailable — Not in Park • Service Four Wheel Drive System • Memory system unavailable — Seatbelt buckled • ECO — Fuel Saver Indicator • Memory 1 profile recall • TERRAIN SETTINGS — AUTOMATIC •...
  • Page 299 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 • Terrain System Settings Not Available • Entry/Exit (Park) Height in Progress — This message is displayed (for 5 seconds) when the request is made • Raising Vehicle Ride Height (with icon) to go into Entry/Exit Height while the vehicle speed is •...
  • Page 300: Evic White Telltale Lights

    298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Selected Ride Height Not Permitted — The vehicle EVIC White Telltale Lights speed is too high to enter one of the preset levels This area will show reconfigurable white caution tell- (Entry/Exit Level/Off Road Ride Height Level 1/Off tales.
  • Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 • Electronic Speed Control SET • Power Steering System Over Temperature — If This light will turn on when the electronic Equipped speed control is SET. For further information, If the “POWER STEERING SYSTEM OVER refer to “Electronic Speed Control”...
  • Page 302: Evic Amber Telltale Lights

    300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If the condition persists, see your authorized dealer for • Air Suspension Down service. The air suspension down telltale will illumi- nate when the air suspension is in use. For EVIC Amber Telltale Lights further information, refer to “Starting And Op- This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- erating”.
  • Page 303: Evic Red Telltale Lights

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap EVIC Red Telltale Lights may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These telltales include: • Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator •...
  • Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Pressure Warning Light If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting This telltale indicates low engine oil pressure. If Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle •...
  • Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 required. You may experience reduced performance, an service. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “What To elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may Do In Emergencies” for more information. require towing. • Transmission Temperature Warning Light •...
  • Page 306: Engine Oil Change Indicator System

    304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Unless reset, this message will continue to display each WARNING! time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position if If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go.
  • Page 307: Fuel Economy

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 • Distance To Empty (DTE) Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go • Miles Per Gallon (MPG) 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine.) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to cycle through all the 2.
  • Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL (MDS) (if equipped) allows the engine to operate on four Distance To Empty (DTE) cylinders, or if you are driving in a fuel efficient manner. Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level.
  • Page 309: Vehicle Speed

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 • Trip B Vehicle Speed Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle • Elapsed Time Speed” displays highlighted in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. Press the SELECT button to display the Press the UP/DOWN buttons to cycle through all the current speed in mph or km/h.
  • Page 310: Units

    308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Elapsed Time down until the preferred setting is highlighted, then Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset press and release the SELECT button until a check-mark when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed appears next to the setting, showing that the setting has time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON been selected.
  • Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 • Digital Speedometer This light will illuminate when the sport mode is selected. This mode provides performance To access, press and release either the UP or DOWN based tuning with improved handling through arrow button until “Performance Features” appears in an electronic controlled damping system.
  • Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The time will continue to display until the SELECT • The distance and speed measurements display while button is pressed. the event is taking place. • Pressing the SELECT button will clear the current run •...
  • Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 • Dashes will display if the vehicle fails to reach Peak G-Force 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) in less then 30 seconds. When selected, this screen displays all four G-Force values (two lateral and two longitudinal). •...
  • Page 314: Vehicle Info

    312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) Messages # Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle Select from Main Menu using the UP or DOWN buttons. Info” displays in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. This feature shows the number of stored warning mes- Press the UP and DOWN button to scroll through the sages (in the # place holder).
  • Page 315: Tire Psi

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 Tire PSI Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Tire PSI” displays highlighted in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. Press and release the UP/DOWN but- tons until one of the following System Status messages displays in the EVIC: •...
  • Page 316: Keyless Enter-N-Go Display - If Equipped

    314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Your system can be set to display pressure units in PSI, NOTE: The system will display the last known outside kPa, or BAR. temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to be driven several minutes before the updated tempera- Keyless Enter-N-Go Display —...
  • Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and an environment free from large metallic objects such as buildings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks, etc. Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To compensate for the differences the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map.
  • Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Press the DOWN button until the “Compass Variance” 1. Turn ON the ignition switch. message is displayed in the EVIC, then press the SELECT 2. Press the UP or DOWN button until the Setup button.
  • Page 319: Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 Customer-Programmable Features Italian (Italiano), German (Deutsch), and Dutch (Neder- (System Setup) lands). Then, as you continue, the information will dis- Personal Settings allows you to set and recall features play in the selected language. when the transmission is in PARK. If the transmission is Nav–Turn By Turn out of PARK or the vehicle begins moving, a warning When this feature is selected, the navigation system...
  • Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL feature showing the system has been activated, or the Unlock All Doors 1st Press, all doors will unlock no check-mark is removed showing the system has been matter which Passive Entry equipped door handle is deactivated.
  • Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 make your selection, press and release the SELECT Horn With Remote Lock button a check-mark appears next to the feature showing When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will the system has been activated or the check-mark is occur when the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed.
  • Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Flash Lamps With Lock Headlamps With Wipers When this feature is selected, the front and rear turn (Available with Automatic Headlamps Only) signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked When this feature is selected, and the headlight switch is with the RKE transmitter.
  • Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 Easy Entry/Exit Seat REVERSE position. The mirrors will move back to their (Available with Memory Seat Only) previous position when the transmission is shifted out of This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to REVERSE. To make your selection, press and release the enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to the vehicle.
  • Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Illuminated Approach release the SELECT button until a check-mark appears When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate next to the feature showing the system has been activated and remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors or the check-mark is removed showing the system has are unlocked with the RKE transmitter.
  • Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 Wiper Mode — If Equipped Blind Spot Alert When this feature is selected, the system will automati- There are three selections when operating Blind Spot Alert. cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture By pressing and releasing the SELECT button once, the on the windshield.
  • Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Forward Collision Warning Park Assist System The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) feature can be can The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind be set to Far, set to Near or turned Off. The default status the vehicle when the transmission is in the REVERSE of FCW is the Far setting.
  • Page 327: Media Center 730N/430/430N

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 Calibrate Compass Operating Instructions Refer to “Compass Display” for more information. (Voice Command System) — If Equipped Refer to “Voice Command” in the Uconnect™ User Compass Variance Manual located on the DVD for further details. Refer to “Compass Display”...
  • Page 328: Media Center 130 (Sales Code Res)

    326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES) Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC side of the radio faceplate. position to operate the radio.
  • Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio 5. To exit, press any button/knob, or wait five seconds. will remain tuned to the new station until you make RW/FF another selection. Holding either button will bypass Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons stations without stopping, until you release it.
  • Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Memory control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the When you are receiving a station that you wish to treble tones.
  • Page 331: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and Buttons 1 - 6 multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.
  • Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Ejecting with the ignition OFF is not allowed on CAUTION! convertible or soft-top models (if equipped). • This CD player will accept 4-3/4 in (12 cm) discs SEEK Button only. The use of other sized discs may damage the Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the CD player mechanism.
  • Page 333: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 AM/FM Button Supported Media (Disc Types) Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3. SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Random Play.
  • Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL a number instead. With a maximum number of files, Supported MP3 File Formats exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this sion as MP3 files.
  • Page 335 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification quency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128,...
  • Page 336: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode

    334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which (SALES CODE RES+RSC) allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s side of the radio faceplate.
  • Page 337: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or another selection.
  • Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes (if equipped).
  • Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 INFO Button Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the message broadcast from an FM station (FM mode only).
  • Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MUSIC TYPE Button Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type Information Inform mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button Jazz Jazz or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five News News seconds will allow the program format type to be se-...
  • Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 hours, press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set Program Type 16-Digit Character Display the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. Adjust Top 40 Top 40 the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL Weather Weather control knob.
  • Page 342: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second station to each pushbutton by Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press MP3 Audio Play the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the NOTE: display window.
  • Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON/RUN and the If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, and begin to play when you insert the disc.
  • Page 344: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Notes On Playing MP3 Files Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or file recording media and formats are limited.
  • Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 • Maximum number of files: 255 Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in names and folder names is limited.
  • Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification quency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128,...
  • Page 347: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders to return to elapsed time display. on the disc.
  • Page 348: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped

    346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a wel- Press this button to change the display to time of day. The come kit that contains general information, including time of day will display for five seconds (when the how to setup your on-line listening account.
  • Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is Reception Quality selected. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number following reasons: display will time out in two minutes.
  • Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons RW/FF Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the up and the left switch to seek down.
  • Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next and press and release that button. If a button is not channel with the same selected Music Type name.
  • Page 352: Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) - If Equipped

    350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) — If iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod Equipped and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in the Uconnect™ User not fully support the iPod control features. Please visit Manual located on the DVD for further details.
  • Page 353 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 routed may be located in the base of the center console on either the front or side. This allows routing of the cable without damaging it while closing the lid. If a cut out is not available in the center console base, route the cable away from the lid latch and in a place that will allow the lid to close without damaging the cable.
  • Page 354: Using This Feature

    352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using This Feature control mode, audio tracks (if available from audio By using iPod cable or external USB device to connect to device) start playing over the vehicle’s audio system. USB port: Play Mode • The audio device can be played on the vehicle’s sound When switched to iPod /USB/MP3 control mode, the system, providing metadata (artist, track title, album, iPod or external USB device automatically starts Play...
  • Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 • Jump backward in the current track by pressing and to the next screen of data for that track. Once all holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW screens have been viewed, the last INFO button press button long enough will jump to the beginning of will go back to the play mode screen on the radio.
  • Page 356: List Or Browse Mode

    354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL device, or press the VR button and say Shuffle ON or fast will scroll through the list faster. During fast Shuffle Off . If the RND icon is showing on the radio scroll, a slight delay in updating the information on display, then the shuffle mode is ON.
  • Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 • Preset 6 – Podcasts CAUTION! • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current • Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any list on the top line and the first item in that list on supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in the second line.
  • Page 358: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)

    356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) 2. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the Setup , then Select Audio Devices . Uconnect™ phone system. 3. Say the name of the audio device or ask the Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons Uconnect™...
  • Page 359: Uconnect™ Multimedia Video Entertainment System (Ves)™ - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 • With the ignition switch in the ON or ACC position, UCONNECT™ MULTIMEDIA VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ — IF EQUIPPED turn the radio on by pushing the ON/OFF Volume Control knob. Getting Started • When the Video Screen are open and a DVD is inserted •...
  • Page 360 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the LOAD button then corresponding number (1–6) where the DVD is to be loaded (Non-Touch-Screen). 2. Insert the DVD with the label facing up. The radio automatically selects the appropriate mode after the disc is recognized and displays the menu screen or starts playing the first track.
  • Page 361 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 2. Touch the Rear VES soft-key to display the Rear VES NOTE: The “1” and “2” soft-keys are displayed for the Controls. If a channel list appears on the right side of the headphone channels. Touch 1 or 2 based on which screen, touch the HIDE LIST soft-key to display the Rear channel you want to change, select the new mode from VES Controls screen.
  • Page 362: Play Video Games

    360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Play Video Games • To view a DVD on the radio press the RADIO/MEDIA Connect the video game console to the Auxiliary RCA hard-key, on the radio faceplate, then touch the DISC input jacks located on the back of the center console. tab soft-key and then the VIEW VIDEO soft-key.
  • Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 When connecting an external source to the AUX input, be sure to follow the standard color coding for the VES™ jacks: NOTE: Certain high-end video games, such as Playsta- tion3 and XBox360 will exceed the power limit of the vehicle’s Power Inverter.
  • Page 364 362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls 3. Touch the 1 or 2 based on the headphone channel you want to change. To exit press the back arrow soft-key at 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. the top of the screen.
  • Page 365: Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1 Ensure the Remote Control and Headphone switch is on Channel 2. Using The Remote Control 1. Press the MODE button on the Remote Control and the Mode Select Screen will display, unless a video is playing then only a small banner will appear on the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 366 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls 3. To listen to an audio source on Channel 2 while a video is playing on Channel 1, touch the 2 soft-key and 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. choose an audio source.
  • Page 367: Important Notes For Single Video Screen System

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 Important Notes For Single Video Screen System Play A DVD Using The Touch-Screen Radio • VES™ is able to transmit two channels of stereo audio 1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE or LOAD hard-key on the simultaneously. radio faceplate (Touch-Screen).
  • Page 368 366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Remote Control NOTE: • Channel/Screen 1 select mode information is shown 1. Press the MODE button on the Remote Control. on the left side of the screen. 2. While looking at Screen 1, highlight DISC by either •...
  • Page 369 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 NOTE: • To view a DVD on the radio press the RADIO/MEDIA hard-key, on the radio faceplate, then touch the DISC tab soft-key and then the VIEW VIDEO soft-key. • Viewing a DVD on the Touch-Screen radio screen is not available in all states/provinces, and the vehicle must be stopped, and the shift lever must be in the PARK position for vehicles with automatic transmis-...
  • Page 370: Remote Control

    368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Remote Control 2. Channel Selector Indicators – When a button is pressed, the currently affected channel or channel button is illuminated momentarily. 3. Light – Turns the remote control backlighting on or off. The remote backlighting turns off automatically after five seconds.
  • Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 / Prev – In radio modes, press to select to the disc in a radio with a multiple-disc changer, PROG Up previous station. In disc modes, press to advance to the selects the next disc and PROG Down selects the previ- start of the current or previous audio track or video ous disc.
  • Page 372: Remote Control Storage

    370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL and the disc is stopped, press the SETUP button to access Remote Control Storage the DVD Setup menu. (see the DVD Setup Menu of this The video screen(s) come with a built in storage compart- manual.) ment for the remote control which is accessible when the screen is opened.
  • Page 373: Locking The Remote Control

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 vehicle is not equipped with a DVD player, follow the radio’s instructions to turn Video Lock on. The radio and the video screen(s) indicate when Video Lock is active. • Pressing the Video Lock again or turning the ignition OFF turns Video Lock OFF and allows remote control operation of the VES™.
  • Page 374: Headphones Operation

    372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Headphones Operation The headphones receive two separate channels of audio using an infrared transmitter from the video screen. Front seat occupants receive some headphone audio coverage to allow them to adjust the headphone volume for the young rear seat occupants that may not be able to do so for themselves.
  • Page 375: Controls

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 • When both switches are on Channel 2, the Remote is Controls The headphone power indicator and controls are located controlling Channel 2 and the headphones are tuned on the right ear cup. to the audio of the VES™ Channel 2. NOTE: The rear video system must be turned on before 2.
  • Page 376: Replacing The Batteries

    374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Replacing The Batteries How Long Does The Coverage Last? This warranty lasts Each set of headphones requires two AAA batteries for as long as you own the Product. operation. To replace the batteries: What Does This Warranty Cover? Except as specified •...
  • Page 377: System Information

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 NATURE WHATSOEVER. Some states and jurisdictions You may register your Unwired wireless headphones may not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or online at www.unwiredtechnology.com or by phone at consequential damages, so the above limitation may not 1-888-293-3332.
  • Page 378 376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL selected radio mode. When shared, the radio has priority Information Mode Display over the VES™ or all radio modes (FM, AM). The VES™ has the ability to switch tuner (AM/FM), SEEK, SCAN, TUNE, and recall presets in radio modes as long as it is not in shared mode.
  • Page 379 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 5. Channel 2 Shared Status Numeric Keypad Menu 6. Channel 2 Audio Only/Mute 7. Channel 1 ENTER Button Action 8. Channel 2 ENTER Button Action 9. Clock 10. Video Lock 11. Not Available / Error 12.
  • Page 380 378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the display for either Channel 1 or Channel 2 Station List Menu shows DIRECT TUNE, pressing the remote control’s ENTER button activates a numeric keypad menu. This screen makes it easy to enter a specific tuner frequency, satellite channel, or track number.
  • Page 381 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 Disc Menu Display Settings Disc Menu For CDs Video Screen Display Settings When listening to a CD Audio or CD Data disc, pressing When watching a video source (DVD Video with the disc the remote control’s MENU button displays a list of all in Play mode, Aux Video, SIRIUS Backseat TV™, etc.), commands which control playback of the disc.
  • Page 382 380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Close the video screen. settings are already set for optimum viewing, so there is no need to change these settings under normal circum- • To change the current audio mode, press the remote stances. control’s MODE button.
  • Page 383 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 Disc Formats DVD Audio Support The VES™ DVD player is capable of playing the follow- When a DVD-Audio disc is inserted in the VES™ DVD ing types of discs (12 mm or 8 mm diameter): player, the DVD-Audio title on the disc is played by •...
  • Page 384 382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Mixed media recordable DVD formats will only play If you record a disc using a personal computer, there may be cases where the VES™ DVD player may not be able to the Video_TS portion of the disc. play some or the entire disc, even if it is recorded in a If you are still having trouble writing a disc that is compatible format and is playable on other players.
  • Page 385 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 • The DVD player always uses the file extension to • If you are creating your own files, the recommended determine the audio format, so MP3 files must always fixed bit rate for MP3 files is between 96 and 192Kbps end with the extension .mp3 or .MP3 and WMA and the recommended fixed bit rate for WMA files is files must always end with the extension .wma or...
  • Page 386 384 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL and the disc is automatically ejected. A dirty, damaged, or Display incompatible disc format are all potential causes for a Other Language Setup Disc Error message. If a disc has a damaged track which results in audible or visible errors that persists for 2.0 seconds, the DVD player will attempt to continue playing the disc by skipping forward 1.0 to 3.0 seconds at a time.
  • Page 387 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 • When the entire four-digit code is entered, press the All of the Language settings have a special Other setting to accommodate languages other than Japanese or Eng- remote control’s ENTER button. If the language code lish.
  • Page 388 386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL them where lower numbers are designated for all audi- The default rating is Level 8 (play all discs without a ences and higher numbers are designated for more adult password) and the default password is 0000. audiences.
  • Page 389 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 • After the four-digit password is entered, press the To set the password, activate the DVD Setup Menu and follow these additional instructions: remote control’s ENTER button to accept the change. • Using the remote control Left and Right cursor but- tons, select the Rating tab.
  • Page 390 388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Using the remote control’s Up and Down cursor To set the rating, activate the DVD Setup Menu and follow these additional instructions: buttons, select the new rating level, and then press the remote control’s ENTER button to accept the change. •...
  • Page 391: Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 General Information proprietary amplifier and speaker technologies deliver- ing substantial increases in component and system effi- This system complies with Part 15 of the FCC Operation ciency levels. is subject to the following two conditions: The 12 Channel Class D GreenEdge high efficiency 1.
  • Page 392: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AUX input; and is activated through the Electronic STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Driver- The remote sound system controls are located on the rear Selectable Surround Sound (DSS)” under “Electronic surface of the steering wheel.
  • Page 393: Radio Operation

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a The button located in the center of the left-hand control pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- mode of the sound system.
  • Page 394: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance

    392 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 395: Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped • The Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) allows both driver and front passenger seat occupants to select individual comfort settings. • When occupants in the vehicle select an Auto mode operation, Auto blower operation is set by using a push button on the control unit and a comfort tem- perature setting by using the temperature up and...
  • Page 396 394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Recirculation Control Button will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode. The Press and release to change the current setting, the blower will engage immediately if the Defrost mode is indicator illuminates when ON. selected.
  • Page 397 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 11. Blower Control 15. Driver Temperature Control Down Button There are seven blower speeds, the blower speed in- Provides the driver with independent temperature con- creases as you move the control to the right from the trol.
  • Page 398 396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is Manual Operation not necessary to change the settings. You will experience This system offers a full complement of manual override the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to features.
  • Page 399 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by Bi-Level Mode adjusting the blower control outer dial. The fan will now Air comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor operate at a fixed speed until additional speeds are outlets and defrost outlets.
  • Page 400 398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Defrost Mode NOTE: • If the system is in Mix, Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C Air comes from the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use Defrost mode with maximum can be turned off, but the A/C system shall remain temperature settings for best windshield and side win- active to prevent fogging of the windows.
  • Page 401: Operating Tips

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may As the temperature gets colder, it may be necessary to lead to excessive window fogging. The Recirculation direct air onto the windshield. Adjust the temperature mode is not allowed in the Floor/Defrost Mix and control and blower speed to maintain comfort.
  • Page 402 400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Summer Operation Winter Operation When operating the system during the winter months, NOTE: In some cases during high temperature trailer make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the tow operation the Air Conditioning system performance windshield, is free of ice, slush, snow, or other may be reduced.
  • Page 403: Operating Tips Chart

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 401 Operating Tips Chart...
  • Page 405: Starting And Operating

    STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....407 Automatic Transmission ....413 Automatic Transmission .
  • Page 406 404 STARTING AND OPERATING Active Damping System ....426 ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC Off Indicator Light ... . 440 Driving Through Water .
  • Page 407 STARTING AND OPERATING 405 Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped ..455 Reformulated Gasoline ....469 Full Size Spare – If Equipped ... . 457 Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends .
  • Page 408 406 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing ......479 Trailer And Tongue Weight ... . . 483 Common Towing Definitions .
  • Page 409: Starting Procedures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 407 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat ON/RUN mode.
  • Page 410: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    408 STARTING AND OPERATING Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated CAUTION! (Continued) Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage is at idle speed.
  • Page 411: Normal Starting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 409 Installing And Removing The ENGINE NOTE: The ENGINE START/STOP button should only START/STOP Button be removed or inserted with the ignition in the LOCK position (OFF position for Keyless Enter-N-Go). Installing The Button Normal Starting 1. Remove the key fob from the ignition switch. Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button 2.
  • Page 412 410 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 413: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or 29°C)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 411 • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time If Engine Fails To Start to change the ignition switch to the RUN position WARNING! (EVIC displays “IGNITION MODE RUN”), • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time •...
  • Page 414: After Starting

    412 STARTING AND OPERATING Clearing A Flooded Engine release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor (Using ENGINE START/STOP Button) will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. Once this If the engine fails to start after you have followed the occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition “Normal Starting”...
  • Page 415: Automatic Transmission

    STARTING AND OPERATING 413 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK CAUTION! or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than Damage to the automatic transmission may occur if idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing on the following precautions are not observed: the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate •...
  • Page 416 414 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 or 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 417: Key Ignition Park Interlock

    STARTING AND OPERATING 415 Key Ignition Park Interlock the PARK position (refer to “Brake/Transmission Shift This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- Interlock System” in this section). To drive, move the shift lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK lever from PARK or NEUTRAL to the DRIVE position.
  • Page 418: Gear Ranges

    416 STARTING AND OPERATING SPORT mode is only available in the “Selec-Track” posi- When parking on a level surface, you may place the shift tions of TRACK and SPORT. lever in the PARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. Manual shifts can be made using the AutoStick shift control (refer to “AutoStick ”...
  • Page 419 STARTING AND OPERATING 417 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, move the shift lever rearward (with the brake you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is pedal released), after you have placed it in PARK.
  • Page 420 418 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 LOCK/OFF to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a position to the ON/RUN position, and also press number of reasons.
  • Page 421 STARTING AND OPERATING 419 • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever CAUTION! will not move out of PARK. Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other REVERSE reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can result This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into in severe transmission damage.
  • Page 422 420 STARTING AND OPERATING When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi- Mode is activated. In this mode, the transmission remains tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or in the current gear until the vehicle is brought to a stop.
  • Page 423: Autostick

    STARTING AND OPERATING 421 • vehicle speed is sufficiently high, and 5. Restart the engine. • the driver is not heavily pressing the accelerator. 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no longer detected, the transmission will return to normal When to Use TOW Mode operation.
  • Page 424: Operation

    422 STARTING AND OPERATING This system can also provide you with more control or the shift paddles), unless an engine lugging or over- during passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, speed condition would result. It will remain in the mountain driving, trailer towing, and many other situa- selected gear until another upshift or downshift is cho- tions.
  • Page 425 STARTING AND OPERATING 423 • You can start out in first or second gear. Tapping (+) (at To disengage AutoStick mode, hold the shift lever to the a stop) will allow starting in second gear. Starting out right or press and hold the (+) shift paddle until “D” is in second gear is helpful in snowy or icy conditions.
  • Page 426: Selec-Track

    424 STARTING AND OPERATING SELEC-TRACK™ Selec-Track™ consists of the following positions: • Sport – Dry weather, on-road calibration. Performance Description Selec-Track™ combines the capabilities of the vehicle based tuning that provides a rear wheel drive feel but control systems, along with driver input, to provide the with improved handling and acceleration over a two- best performance for all terrains.
  • Page 427 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 • Auto – Fully automatic full time four-wheel drive The customer has the option of going to FULL OFF with operation can be used on and off road. Balances no interaction from the ESC System. The active suspen- traction with seamless steering feel to provide im- sion system will be in Full Firm mode.
  • Page 428: Driving Through Water

    426 STARTING AND OPERATING Active Damping System DRIVING THROUGH WATER This vehicle is equipped with an electronic controlled Driving through water more than a few inches/ damping system. This system reduces body roll and pitch centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure in many driving situations including cornering, accelera- safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.
  • Page 429: Flowing/Rising Water

    STARTING AND OPERATING 427 Flowing/Rising Water CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water WARNING! before driving through it. Never drive through Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path where standing water that is deeper than the bottom of water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
  • Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
  • Page 431: Power Steering

    STARTING AND OPERATING 429 • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering in tight spaces.
  • Page 432: Parking Brake

    430 STARTING AND OPERATING PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the shift lever in the PARK position. The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the park brake, firmly push the park brake pedal fully.
  • Page 433 STARTING AND OPERATING 431 NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound the parking brake.
  • Page 434 432 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a or injury.
  • Page 435: Electronic Brake Control System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 433 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system that includes the Anti-Lock Brake The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Brake from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the Assist System (BAS), Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM), traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
  • Page 436: Brake Assist System (Bas)

    434 STARTING AND OPERATING Differential (BLD), functions similar to a limited-slip benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brak- differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven ing pressure during the stopping sequence (do not axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than “pump”...
  • Page 437: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 435 Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) WARNING! This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines that the rate tions and driving conditions, influence the chance of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicle speed that wheel lift or rollover may occur.
  • Page 438 436 STARTING AND OPERATING counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. En- Light” also flashes when the TCS is active. If the “ESC gine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash maintain the desired path. during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible.
  • Page 439 STARTING AND OPERATING 437 This is the normal operating mode for ESC. Whenever the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in this “On” mode. This mode should be used for most driving situations. ESC should only be turned to “Partial Off” mode for specific reasons as noted below.
  • Page 440 438 STARTING AND OPERATING Off” mode is overcome, turn ESC back on by momen- “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Un- tarily pressing the “ESC OFF” switch. This may be done derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa- while the vehicle is in motion. tion.
  • Page 441: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 439 across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential. Trailer Sway Control (TSC) If one wheel on an axle is spinning faster than the other, TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an exces- the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel sively swaying trailer and will take the appropriate and allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel...
  • Page 442: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light

    440 STARTING AND OPERATING light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the WARNING! vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- If TSC activates while driving, slow the vehicle rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem down, stop at the nearest safe location, and adjust the diagnosed and corrected.
  • Page 443: Tire Safety Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 441 NOTE: TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION • The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” Tire Markings and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momen- tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESC system will be ON even if it was turned off previously.
  • Page 444 442 STARTING AND OPERATING • LT (Light Truck) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- letters “LT”...
  • Page 445 STARTING AND OPERATING 443 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 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
  • Page 447: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 445 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 448: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    446 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the Cold Tire Inflation Pressure vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
  • Page 449: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    STARTING AND OPERATING 447 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door.
  • Page 450 448 STARTING AND OPERATING Loading To determine the maximum loading conditions of your The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you XXX kg”...
  • Page 451 STARTING AND OPERATING 449 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available 3.
  • Page 452 450 STARTING AND OPERATING...
  • Page 453: Tires - General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 451 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 454: Tire Inflation Pressures

    452 STARTING AND OPERATING stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and unpredict- hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to able steering response.
  • Page 455 STARTING AND OPERATING 453 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 456: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation

    454 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 457: Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 455 Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And CAUTION! Wheel – If Equipped Your vehicle may be equivalent with a spare tire and Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take wheel in look and function as the original equipment tire your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a and wheel found on the front or rear axle of your vehicle.
  • Page 458 456 STARTING AND OPERATING Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip- Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the on your vehicle at the first opportunity.
  • Page 459: Full Size Spare - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 457 Full Size Spare – If Equipped original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. vehicle, but it is not. Installation of this limited-use spare This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the tire affects vehicle handling.
  • Page 460: Tire Spinning

    458 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Spinning When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h). WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure.
  • Page 461: Life Of Tire

    STARTING AND OPERATING 459 Life Of Tire Replacement Tires The service life of a tire is dependent upon various The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many factors including but not limited to: characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure.
  • Page 462 460 STARTING AND OPERATING It is recommended you contact your original equipment WARNING! (Continued) or an authorized tire dealer with any questions you may • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or have on tire specifications or capability. Failure to use capacity than what was originally equipped on equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the your vehicle.
  • Page 463: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    STARTING AND OPERATING 461 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS NOTE: The premium Tire Pressure Monitor System will The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at automatically locate the pressure values displayed in the different loads and perform different steering, handling, correct vehicle position following a tire rotation.
  • Page 464: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)

    462 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warn the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle threshold for any reason, including low temperature recommended cold tire pressure.
  • Page 465 STARTING AND OPERATING 463 For example, your vehicle has a recommended cold CAUTION! (parked for more than three hours) tire pressure of 33 psi • The TPMS has been optimized for the original (227 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 28 psi (193 kPa), a tempera- equipment tires and wheels.
  • Page 466: Premium System

    464 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire the tire.
  • Page 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 • Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System Messages, NOTE: Your system can be set to display pressure units which display in the Electronic Vehicle Information in PSI, kPa, or BAR. Center (EVIC), and a graphic displaying tire pressures •...
  • Page 468 466 STARTING AND OPERATING Should a low tire condition occur on any of the four NOTE: Your system can be set to display pressure units active road tire(s), you should stop as soon as possible, in PSI, kPa, or BAR. and inflate the low tire(s) that is “flashing”...
  • Page 469 STARTING AND OPERATING 467 message will not be present, and a pressure value will be SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message is then followed by a displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can occur by graphic display, with pressure values still shown. This any of the following: indicates the pressure values are still being received from the TPM Sensors but they may not be located in the...
  • Page 470: General Information

    468 STARTING AND OPERATING the EVIC will display a “SERVICE TPM SYSTEM mes- General Information sage for three seconds and then display dashes (- -) in This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and place of the pressure value. For each subsequent ignition RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
  • Page 471: Fuel Requirements

    STARTING AND OPERATING 469 FUEL REQUIREMENTS Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- 6.4L Engine wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties The 6.4L engine is designed to meet all necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, emissions regulations and provide excel- and durability for your vehicle.
  • Page 472: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends

    470 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 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol ates are required in some areas of the country during the content may void the vehicle’s warranty.
  • Page 473: Mmt In Gasoline

    STARTING AND OPERATING 471 To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, E-85 perform the following: therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains MMT. It is even more important to •...
  • Page 474: Fuel System Cautions

    472 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 475: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    STARTING AND OPERATING 473 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 476 474 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located under 2. Open the fuel filler door, and remove the fuel filler the headlamp switch). cap. Fuel Filler Door Release Switch Fuel Filler Cap...
  • Page 477 STARTING AND OPERATING 475 CAUTION! WARNING! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near system could result from using an improper fuel the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the cap (gas cap).
  • Page 478: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message

    476 STARTING AND OPERATING • Tighten the gas cap about one-quarter turn until you hear one click. This is an indication that the cap is properly tightened. • If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL will come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time the vehicle is refueled.
  • Page 479: Vehicle Loading

    STARTING AND OPERATING 477 in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) information. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle the SELECT button to turn off the message. If the including driver, passengers, vehicle, options, trailer problem continues, the message will appear the next time tongue weight, and cargo.
  • Page 480 478 STARTING AND OPERATING springs, tires, or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo components, sometimes specified by purchasers for in- loaded into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight creased durability, does not necessarily increase the ve- values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a hicle’s GVWR.
  • Page 481: Trailer Towing

    STARTING AND OPERATING 479 until the specified weight limitations are met. Store the TRAILER TOWING heavier items down low and be sure that the weight is In this section you will find safety tips and information distributed equally. Stow all loose items securely before on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do driving.
  • Page 482: Common Towing Definitions

    480 STARTING AND OPERATING Common Towing Definitions Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The following trailer towing related definitions will assist The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle you in understanding the following information: and trailer when weighed in combination. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) NOTE: The GCWR rating includes a 150 lbs (68 kg) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
  • Page 483 STARTING AND OPERATING 481 Tongue Weight (TW) Weight-Distributing Hitch The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases it should not be less age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used than 10% or more than 15% of the trailer load.
  • Page 484: Trailer Hitch Classification

    482 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions WARNING! Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry • An improperly adjusted weight-distributing hitch Standards system may reduce handling, stability, braking Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) performance, and could result in an accident. Class II - Medium 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) •...
  • Page 485: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 483 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/ GCWR (Gross Combined Frontal Area Max. GTW Max. Trailer Tongue Transmission Wt. Rating) (Gross Trailer Wt.) Wt.
  • Page 486: Towing Requirements

    484 STARTING AND OPERATING • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your trailer hitch. put in or on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers. NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle.
  • Page 487 STARTING AND OPERATING 485 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles and will not shift during travel. When trailering (805 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts axle or other parts could be damaged.
  • Page 488 486 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Tires WARNING! (Continued) − Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on “Tires –...
  • Page 489 STARTING AND OPERATING 487 Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes CAUTION! − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. loaded, it should have its own brakes and they This could cause inadequate braking and possible should be of adequate capacity.
  • Page 490: Towing Tips

    488 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission WARNING! (Continued) The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How- • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, use distance. When towing you should allow for addi- the AutoStick feature to select a lower gear.
  • Page 491: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 489 − When using the speed control, if you experience speed RECREATIONAL TOWING drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) you can get back to cruising speed. Recreational towing is not allowed. −...
  • Page 493: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....492 Road Tire Installation ....503 If Your Engine Overheats .
  • Page 494: Hazard Warning Flashers

    492 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the switch bank just above the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. •...
  • Page 495: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 493 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads HOT • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the (H), pull over and stop the vehicle.
  • Page 496: Run Flat Tires

    494 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for • Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) if the “Tire changing tires only. The jack should not be used to Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
  • Page 497: Spare Tire Stowage

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 495 Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery surfaces. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
  • Page 498: Jacking Instructions

    496 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Block both the front and rear of the Jacking Instructions wheel diagonally opposite of the jack- WARNING! ing position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to wheel.
  • Page 499 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 497 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on jack. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
  • Page 500 498 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Assemble the jack and jacking tools. Jacking Locations Jack and Tool Assembly 4. For the front axle, place the jack on the body flange just behind the front tire as indicated by the triangular lift CAUTION! point symbol on the sill molding.
  • Page 501 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 499 Lift Point Symbol On Sill Molding Front Jacking Location...
  • Page 502 500 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. For a rear tire, place the jack in the slot on the rear tie-down bracket, just forward of the rear tire (as indi- cated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding).
  • Page 503 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 501 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. 7. Remove the lug nuts and wheel. 8.
  • Page 504 502 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw counter- clockwise, and remove the jack and wheel blocks. 10. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage.
  • Page 505: Road Tire Installation

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 503 WARNING! WARNING! A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle hicle.
  • Page 506: Jump-Starting

    504 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a CAUTION! torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly seated against the wheel. Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater JUMP-STARTING than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,...
  • Page 507: Preparations For Jump-Start

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 505 Preparations For Jump-Start WARNING! The battery in your vehicle is located under the passen- • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ger’s front seat. There are remote locations located under the hood to assist in jump-starting. ever the hood is raised.
  • Page 508: Jump-Starting Procedure

    506 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive CAUTION! (+) battery post. Pull upward on the cover to remove it. Failure to follow these procedures could result in 4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the or the discharged vehicle.
  • Page 509 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 507 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable WARNING! from the remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark 10.
  • Page 510: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    508 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE CAUTION! If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand or mud, it can • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- often be moved by a rocking motion. Move the shift lever rhythmically between DRIVE and REVERSE while ap- tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the plying slight pressure to the accelerator.
  • Page 511: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 509 NOTE: For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use WARNING! both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of damage to the vehicle. Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or WARNING! even failure, of the axle and tires.
  • Page 512: Shift Lever Override

    510 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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. Firmly apply the parking brake. 2.
  • Page 513: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 511 5. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE The manufacturer requires towing your vehicle with all 6. Using the screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. the shift lock lever down.
  • Page 515 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 6.4L ... . . 515 Engine Oil Filter ..... 523 Onboard Diagnostic System –...
  • Page 516 514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Brake System ..... . . 538 Halogen Headlamps – If Equipped ..556 Front/Rear Axle Fluid .
  • Page 517: Engine Compartment - 6.4L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 515 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L 1 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator) 4 —...
  • Page 518: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    516 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 519: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 517 the SELECT button to turn off the message. If the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II problem continues, the message will appear the next time system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the vehicle is started.
  • Page 520: Replacement Parts

    518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced a.
  • Page 521: Dealer Service

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 519 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 522: Engine Oil

    520 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a CAUTION! (Continued) fully warmed engine is shut off or before starting the • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids engine after it has sat overnight. that protect the performance and durability of Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance...
  • Page 523 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 521 The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthetic CAUTION! (Continued) SAE 0W-40 engine oil or equivalent. • Operating the engine with the oil levels below the safe zone, or operating with oil levels that exceed CAUTION! the top of the safe zone may cause engine damage.
  • Page 524 522 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Synthetic Engine Oils CAUTION! You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes chemicals can damage your engine.
  • Page 525: Engine Oil Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 523 Engine Oil Filter WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change. The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air Engine Oil Filter Selection cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or The manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil...
  • Page 526: Maintenance-Free Battery

    524 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. • When temperatures are below the freezing point, You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- tenance required. electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery CAUTION! could rupture or explode and cause personal in-...
  • Page 527: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 525 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is at the start of each warm season.
  • Page 528: Body Lubrication

    526 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 529: Windshield Wiper Blades

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 527 When performing other underhood services, the hood Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with cleaned and lubricated.
  • Page 530 528 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation NOTE: The rear wiper arm cannot be raised fully upward unless the pivot cap is raised first. 1. Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm upward, this will allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off of the 2.
  • Page 531: Adding Washer Fluid

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529 5. Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap into place. Adding Washer Fluid On vehicles equipped with a Electronic Vehicle Informa- tion Center (EVIC), the low washer fluid level will be indicated. When the sensor detects a low fluid level, the windshield will light on the vehicle graphic outline and the “Washer Fluid Low”...
  • Page 532: Exhaust System

    530 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the exceeds the temperature range of your climate.
  • Page 533 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 531 CAUTION! CAUTION! The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effective- vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In ness of the catalyst as an emissions control device the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv- and may seriously reduce engine performance and...
  • Page 534 532 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in materials that can burn.
  • Page 535: Cooling System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 533 Cooling System rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front of WARNING! the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden •...
  • Page 536: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    534 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill CAUTION! If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may reliable cooling system cleaner.
  • Page 537 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 535 • Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine (antifreeze) and distilled water. Use higher concentra- coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance tions (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below 34°F intervals.
  • Page 538 536 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System Pressure Cap WARNING! (Continued) The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant specified for your vehicle.
  • Page 539 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 537 Coolant Level Points To Remember The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles (a determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the few kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor engine off and cold, the level of the engine coolant coming from the front of the engine compartment.
  • Page 540: Brake System

    538 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are Brake System required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle Fluid Level Check – Brake Master Cylinder does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked system should be pressure tested for leaks.
  • Page 541 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 539 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine has been in a tightly closed container. Keep the Parts”...
  • Page 542: Front/Rear Axle Fluid

    540 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The front axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to WARNING! (Continued) 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m). • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could CAUTION! be damaged, causing partial or complete brake Do not over tighten the plugs as it could damage...
  • Page 543: Transfer Case

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 541 Adding Fluid CAUTION! Add fluid at the filler hole, until it runs out of the hole, when the vehicle is in a level position. Do not over tighten the plugs as it could damage then and cause them to leak. Drain First remove fill plug, then remove drain plug.
  • Page 544: Automatic Transmission

    542 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Transmission CAUTION! Selection Of Lubricant Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter mance.
  • Page 545: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 543 CAUTION! CAUTION! The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as require adjustment under normal operating condi- the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- tions. If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your nents.
  • Page 546 544 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove.
  • Page 547 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 545 • If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or CAUTION! (Continued) similar cause which destroys the paint and protective • Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible. (8 274 kPa) can result in damage or removal of The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibil- paint and decals.
  • Page 548 546 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Wheel And Wheel Trim Care Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Equipped • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly ner: with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
  • Page 549 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 547 Interior Care taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, upholstery and carpeting. solvents, detergents, or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery.
  • Page 550: Fuses

    548 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR Total Clean, a towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove directly on the mirror.
  • Page 551 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 549 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Trailer Tow Pink 25 Amp Driver Door Node Natural 25 Amp Passenger Door Node Natural 40 Amp Antilock Brakes Green Pump/Stability Con- trol System 30 Amp Antilock Brakes Totally Integrated Power Module Pink Valve/Stability Con-...
  • Page 552 550 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Headlamp Wash 20 Amp Powertrain Control Pink Relay Contact Blue Module/Powertrain Control Module 30 Amp Drive Train Control Transmission Range Pink Module 60 Amp Radiator Fan Motor 30 Amp...
  • Page 553 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 551 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Electronic Limit Slip 10 Amp Heating, Ventilation & Yellow Differential/Air Air Conditioning (Cli- Suspension mate Control System) 20 Amp Liftgate/Headrest 30 Amp Radio/Amplifier Yellow Green...
  • Page 554 552 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Occupant Restraint 20 Amp Fuel Pump Motor Controller Yellow Output/Diesel Lift Pump (Export Only) 15 Amp Stop Lamp Blue 10 Amp Driver Door Switch Bank 25 Amp Automatic Shutdown...
  • Page 555 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 553 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Backup Lamps 20 Amp Power Outlet Yellow Yellow 10 Amp Occupant Restraint 10 Amp Antilock Brakes/ Controller Stability Control System Module 10 Amp Powertrain Controller/ 25 Amp...
  • Page 556: Vehicle Storage

    554 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of CAUTION! (Continued) service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
  • Page 557: Bulb Replacement

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 555 BULB REPLACEMENT Exterior Lights Bulb Type Headlamps (Low Beam) ....H11 High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) – If Headlamps (High Beam) .
  • Page 558: Halogen Headlamps - If Equipped

    556 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis- Front Turn Signal charge (HID) headlamps, when the headlamps are 1. Open the hood. turned on, there is a blue hue to the lamps. This dimin- ishes and becomes more white after approximately 2.
  • Page 559 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 557 2. Firmly grasp the bulb by the two latches and squeeze 4. Align the index tabs of the front fog lamp bulb with them together to unlock the bulb from the back of the the slots in the collar of the bulb opening on the back of front fog lamp housing.
  • Page 560: Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamps

    558 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamps 4. Twist socket counter clockwise and remove from lamp. 1. Raise the liftgate. 5. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. 2. Remove the two push-pins from the tail lamp housing. 6.
  • Page 561: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 559 8. Continue removing the trim. 12. Reinstall the socket(s) 9. Disconnect the two trim panel lights. 13. Reverse process to reinstall the liftgate trim. Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) The center high-mounted stop lamp is an LED assembly. See your authorized dealer for replacement.
  • Page 562: Rear License Lamp

    560 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear License Lamp 3. Replace bulb. 1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the 4. Reinstall lens. snap tab to remove the license lamp lens. 2. Pull bulb from socket. FLUID CAPACITIES U.S.
  • Page 563: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 561 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy- brid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operat- ing conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SM or SM/CF.
  • Page 564: Chassis

    562 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Transfer Case MOPAR NV146 Transfer Case Fluid or equivalent. Usage of other fluid/ lubricants is NOT recommended. Axle Differential (Front-Rear) MOPAR Synthetic Gear &...
  • Page 565 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedules ....564 Required Maintenance Intervals ..565...
  • Page 566 564 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km). manual must be done at the times or mileages specified NOTE: to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best •...
  • Page 567 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 565 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in master cylinder, and power steering and add as “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- needed.
  • Page 568 566 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
  • Page 569: Service Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 567 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
  • Page 570 568 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance 36 Months Maintenance 42 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Service Schedule Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
  • Page 571 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 569 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or Schedule 54 Months Maintenance ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
  • Page 572 570 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or Schedule 66 Months Maintenance ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
  • Page 573 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 571 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or Schedule 78 Months Maintenance ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
  • Page 574 572 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. filter.
  • Page 575 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 573 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or Schedule 102 Months Maintenance ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
  • Page 576 574 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. filter.
  • Page 577 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 575 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or Schedule 126 Months Maintenance ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
  • Page 578 576 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance 138 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. filter.
  • Page 579 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 577 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or Schedule 150 Months Maintenance ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
  • Page 580 578 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 581: If You Need Consumer Assistance

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Vehicle......581 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
  • Page 582 580 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Traction Grades ..... 587 Quality Grades ......587 Temperature Grades .
  • Page 583: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 581 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...
  • Page 584: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center

    582 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (877) 426–5337 •...
  • Page 585: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 583 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.
  • Page 586: Warranty Information

    584 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 587: In Canada

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 585 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
  • Page 588 586 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Service Manuals • Owner’s Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the information that students and professional technicians assistance of service and engineering specialists to need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group hicles.
  • Page 589 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 587 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 590 588 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 591 INDEX...
  • Page 592 590 INDEX Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . 195 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ....433 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ..535 Anti-Lock Warning Light .
  • Page 593 INDEX 591 Auxiliary Power Outlet ....252 Bulbs, Light ......96 B-Pillar Location .
  • Page 594 592 INDEX Certification Label ..... . . 477 Compass Variance ..... . . 315 Chart, Tire Sizing .
  • Page 595 INDEX 593 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..534,560 Driving Cruise Control (Speed Control) ....195 Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Cupholders ......258 Standing Water .
  • Page 596 594 INDEX Emergency, In Case of Oil Change Interval ....521 Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ... . . 508 Oil Selection .
  • Page 597 INDEX 595 Engine Oil Disposal ....522 Four-Way Hazard Flasher ....492 Finish Care .
  • Page 598 596 INDEX Fuel Saver ......305 Gross Axle Weight Rating ....477,480 Fuel System Caution .
  • Page 599 INDEX 597 HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . 236 Jack Location ......494 Hood Release .
  • Page 600 598 INDEX Lead Free Gasoline ..... . 469 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 440 Leaks, Fluid ......96 Exterior .
  • Page 601 INDEX 599 Service Engine Soon Maintenance Free Battery ....524 (Malfunction Indicator) ....279 Maintenance Procedures .
  • Page 602 600 INDEX Mode Change Interval ..... 521 Fuel Saver ......305 Checking .
  • Page 603 INDEX 601 Paint Care ......543 Steering ......429 Paint Damage .
  • Page 604 602 INDEX Rear Cupholder ......258 Replacement Parts ..... . . 518 Rear Park Sense System .
  • Page 605 INDEX 603 Seat Belts ......50,94 Reclining ......157 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .
  • Page 606 604 INDEX Short Message Service (SMS) ....138 Steering Shoulder Belts ......50 Power .
  • Page 607 INDEX 605 Tachometer ......279 Load Capacity ....447,448 Telescoping Steering Column .
  • Page 608 606 INDEX Guide ......483 Transmitter Battery Service Recreational ......489 (Remote Keyless Entry) .
  • Page 609 INDEX 607 Vanity Mirrors ......106 Water Variance, Compass ..... . . 315 Driving Through .
  • 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 only frequency signals.
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