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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or optional name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
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Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners 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 Owners Manual, you may miss important information.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a accident resulting in serious injury or death. Stamped 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 Rearming Of The System ....18 Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) .
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Programming Additional Transmitters ..23 Wind Buffeting ..... . . 41 Transmitter Battery Replacement .
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ..61 Engine Break-In Recommendations ..90 Seat Belt Extender ..... 61 Safety Tips .
Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) has four operating Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) when in position.
Page 15: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
Page 16: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Ignition Or Accessory On Message on the back of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or and then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 17: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave children or animals inside parked • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and re- cause serious injury or death.
Page 18: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system uses a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry CAUTION! (RKE) transmitter, a Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) and a RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat- Therefore, only Key Fobs that are programmed to the ible with some after-market remote starting systems.
Page 19: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Customer Key Programming CAUTION! Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be performed at an authorized dealer. Always remove the keys from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules Part 15 At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided...
Page 20: Rearming Of The System
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, make switches for door locks are disabled. If something trig- gers the alarm, the Vehicle Security Alarm will provide sure the vehicle ignition system is OFF . the following audible and visible signals: the horn will •...
Page 21: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 • For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, 3. If any doors are open, close them. insert a valid key into the ignition switch and turn To Disarm The System the key to the ON position. The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of the following methods: NOTE:...
Page 22: Security System Manual Override
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the becomes disconnected, the Vehicle Security Alarm will outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “Mirrors” in remain armed when the battery is reconnected;...
Page 23: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from dis- tances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held Key Fob with RKE transmitter.
Page 24: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to Turn Headlights On With Remote Key Unlock “Keyless Enter-N-Go” under “Things To Know Before This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 25: Using The Panic Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock NOTE: • The interior lights will turn off if you cycle the ignition This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked with the RKE transmitter. This feature can be switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the turned on or turned off.
Page 26 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate • Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board. 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical latch on the back of the RKE transmitter sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 27: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing distance, check for these two conditions: alcohol.
Page 28: How To Use Remote Start
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Use Remote Start WARNING! All of the following conditions must be met before the • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or engine will remote start: confined area.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar NOTE: • If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds. •...
Page 30: Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system These features will stay on through the duration of will disable the one time press of the REMOTE START remote start or until the ignition switch is turned to the button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote ON/RUN position.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 WARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
Page 32: Power Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 If you press the power door lock switch while the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN position, and any The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with front door is open, the power locks will not operate.
Page 34: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature in accordance with local laws. Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with a Child-Protection Door Lock system.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
Page 36: Keyless Enter-N-Go
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Disengage The Child-Protection Door Lock 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. System NOTE: After disengaging the Child-Protection Door 1. Open the rear door. Lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- sponse time. •...
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock From The Passenger Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors and the liftgate automatically.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Passive Entry system is equipped with an automatic door unlock feature which will function if the ignition switch is in the OFF position. If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors have been closed the vehicle checks the inside and outside of the vehicle for any valid Passive Entry RKE...
Page 40: Windows
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WINDOWS • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you Power Windows must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock The window controls on the driver’s door trim panel the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 There are single window controls on each passenger door Auto-Down Feature trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows. The driver’s power window switch has an Auto-down The window controls will operate when the ignition is in feature.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To close the window part way, pull the window switch WARNING! up to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop. There is no anti-pinch protection when the window is almost closed.
Page 43: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 2. Push the window switch down firmly to the second detent to open the window completely and continue to hold the switch down for an additional two seconds after the window is fully open. Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver’s door trim panel allows you to disable the window control on the...
Page 44: Liftgate
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- NOTE: The liftgate cannot be unlocked or locked with rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the manual door lock plungers on the door trim panels or the rear windows open, then open the front and rear the door lock cylinder on the driver’s door.
Page 45: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 • Three-point lap and shoulder belts for all seating NOTE: Because the gas pressure drops with tempera- ture, it may be necessary to assist the props when positions opening the liftgate in cold weather. •...
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may infant and child restraint systems. For more information enhance occupant protection by managing occupant on LATCH, refer to Lower Anchors and Tether for energy during an impact event CHildren (LATCH).
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child WARNING! seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint. Infants in rear facing child restraints should never (Refer to “Child Restraints”) ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger...
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be WARNING! (Continued) modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided (SABIC) and Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) under If You Need Assistance .
Page 49: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even normal conditions. However, in an accident, the belt will on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the and cause an accident that includes you.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions WARNING! (Continued) 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat adjust the front seat. belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Pulling Out Lap/Shoulder Belt Connecting Latch Plate To Buckle 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the not protect you properly.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug WARNING! belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in an • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of accident.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. depress the button above the webbing to release the The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. anchorage, then move it up or down to the position that If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to fits you best.
Page 55: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 you will prefer a higher position. When you release the 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the anchorage try to move it up and down to make sure that folded webbing.
Page 56: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the passenger seating position is equipped with an a child safety seat is installed in a seating position that ALR and is being used for normal usage: has a belt with this feature. Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably seat.
Page 57: Energy Management Feature
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 WARNING! WARNING! • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt func- tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt func- tion is not working properly when checked ac-...
Page 58: Supplemental Active Head Restraints (Ahr) - If Equipped
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines worn snugly and positioned properly.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 CAUTION! 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 an accident.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 AHR In Reset Position 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mecha- nism NOTE: • If you have difficulties or problems resetting the 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock Active Head Restraints, see an authorized dealer.
Page 62: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (BeltAlert ) (8 km/h), BeltAlert will provide both audio and visual BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and notification.
Page 63: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is Using a seat belt extender when not needed can the best way to keep the baby safe.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In addition, the vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental NOTE: These air bags are certified to the new Federal Driver Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument regulations for Advanced Air Bags. panel below the steering column.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 • Air Bag Warning Light and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC air bags are located above the side windows and their • Steering Wheel and Column covers are also labeled: SRS AIRBAG. •...
Page 66: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • No objects should be placed over or near the air driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as bag on the instrument panel, because any such determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC),...
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios, etc. Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) SAB may provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) SABIC air bags may offer side-impact and vehicle roll- over protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure. Each air bag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side-impact head injuries.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during WARNING! (Continued) deployment could cause you to be severely injured or • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right killed.
Page 70: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Knee Impact Bolsters ORC deploys the Advanced Front Air Bags, SABIC air The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the bags, Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags, Supple- driver and the front passenger, and position front occu- mental Driver Side Knee Air Bag, and front seat belt pants for the best interaction with the Advanced Front pretensioners, as required, depending on the severity and...
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes with ON/RUN position. If the ignition is in the OFF position, little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe or in the ACC position, the air bag system is not on and initial deceleration.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE noted that could affect the air bag system. The diagnos- quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the tics also record the nature of the malfunction. Advanced Front Air Bags. Different air bag inflation rates are possible, based on the collision type and severity.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 air bag, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of in about 10 milliseconds. The side air bag moves at a very non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the Supplemental high speed and with such a high force that it could injure Driver Side Knee Air Bag.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE are not belted and seated properly, or if items are power remains intact, depending on the nature of the positioned in the area where the side curtain air bag event the ORC will determine whether to have the inflates.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 NOTE: Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all bag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye the air bag system.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or • Modifications to any part of the air bag system may not function properly if modifications are could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 77: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 • The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or Air Bag Warning Light You will want to have the air bags ready to remains on while driving. inflate for your protection in a collision. The NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine Air Bag Warning Light monitors the internal related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint...
Page 78: Child Restraints
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of are recorded. However, other parties, such as law en- time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle forcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of is designed to record such data as: personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Children 12 years or younger should ride properly seat Owner’s Manual to ensure you have the correct seat buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in child.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE their infant carrier but are still less than at least two years convertible child seats used in the forward-facing direc- old. Children should remain rearward-facing until they tion are for children who are over two years old or who reach the highest weight or height allowed by their have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of convertible child seat.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Integrated Child Booster Seat — If Equipped The Integrated Child Booster Seat is located in each outboard second-row passenger seat. The Booster Seat is designed for children weighing between 48 and 85 lbs (22 and 39 kg) and between 47 in (119 cm) and 57 in (145 cm) tall.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Lift the seat cushion up and push back to lock it in the 6. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary booster seat position. to allow the seat belt to go around the child’s lap. NOTE: The lap portion of the seat belt should be low on the hips and as snug as possible.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug 8. To remove the slack from the lap belt, pull upward on the shoulder portion of the seat belt. as possible.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE you make sure that you can install the child restraint in WARNING! the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it. • Improper installation can lead to failure of an •...
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) kits or retrofit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all Your vehicle’s second row passenger seats are equipped the available attachments provided with your child re- with the child restraint anchor system called LATCH.
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System We urge you to follow the manufacturer’s directions carefully when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here. Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that are provided with the child restraint system.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Latch Anchorages Tether Strap Anchors In addition, there are tether strap anchors located behind Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with each rear seatback, near to the floor. separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchor and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE hook for attachment to the tether strap anchor and a restraint rearward and downward into the seat, remov- means of adjusting the tension of the strap. ing slack in the straps according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 “Automatic Locking Mode”. The chart below defines the WARNING! seating positions with an Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) or a cinching latch plate. Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or Driver Center Passenger...
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE retracts, you will hear a ratcheting sound. This indicates strap between the head restraint posts underneath the the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode. head restraint. Then, attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat.
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 NOTE: Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap. WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child.
Page 92: Engine Break-In Recommendations
90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A new engine may consume some oil during its first few A long break-in period is not required for the engine and thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Page 93: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, • On seven passenger models, do not allow a pas- inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people senger to sit in a third row seat with the second riding in these areas are more likely to be seri- row seatback(s) folded flat.
Page 94: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com- areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, out of the area.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals or retractor condition, replace the seat belt. or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways. Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! The light should turn on and remain on for four to six...
Page 96: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or top of already installed floor mats. Additional mounting can cause interference with the brake floor mats and other coverings will reduce the size pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of of the pedal area and interfere with the pedals.
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Check Turn Signal and High Beam Indicator Lights on the instrument panel. Door Latches Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks.
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......103 Uconnect™ Phone (4.3) ....107 Inside Day/Night Mirror .
Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Phone (8.4/8.4N) ... . . 129 Seats ......179 Uconnect Touch™...
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 50/50 Split Third-Row Passenger Seats With Multifunction Lever ....208 Fold-Flat Feature — Seven Passenger Turn Signals ......208 Models .
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights With Wipers (Available With Parksense Display ....220 Automatic Headlights Only) ... . 215 Enabling And Disabling Parksense .
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Interior Observation Mirror ... . . 231 Opening Sunroof — Express ... . 242 Power Sunroof Switch —...
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Inverter — If Equipped ... . 249 Second-Row Map Pocket And Grocery Retainers — If Equipped ....257 Power Inverter Operation .
Page 105: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
Page 106: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped CAUTION! This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. This feature will be defaulted To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never on, and only be disabled when the vehicle is moving in spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.
Page 107: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 108: Power Folding Mirrors - If Equipped
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Models With Express Window Feature If the mirrors are in the folded position, and vehicle Press and release the mirror select button marked L (left) speed is equal or greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), they will or R (right) and then press one of the four arrow buttons automatically unfold.
Page 109: Uconnect™ Phone (4.3)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 mirror cover upward. The light will turn on automati- 2. Unclip the visor from the center clip. cally. Closing the mirror cover will turn off the light. 3. Pull the sun visor toward the inside rearview mirror to extend it.
Page 110 • Dialing via Keypad using touch-screen, • www.chrysler.com/uconnect • Viewing and Calling contacts from Phonebooks dis- • www.dodge.com/uconnect played on the touch-screen, • Setting Favorite Contact Phone numbers so the are • www.jeep.com/uconnect easily accessible on the Main Phone screen, •...
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 If your mobile phone only supports the Headset Profile Uconnect™ features Bluetooth technology - the global you may not be able to use any Uconnect™ Phone standard that enables different electronic devices to con- features.
Page 112: Operation
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Voice Command Button 2. Say the individual commands and allow the system to The Uconnect™ Voice Command Button guide you to complete the task. is only used for “barge in” and when you are You will be prompted for a specific command and then already in a call and you want to send Tones or guided through the available options.
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 for it. For example, you can use the compound com- Smith”. For multiple inputs in the same phrase or sen- mand form voice command “Search for John Smith”, tence, the system identifies the topic or context and or you can break the compound command form into provides the associated follow-up prompt such as “Who two voice commands: “Search Contact”...
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To activate the Uconnect™ Phone from idle, simply press To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer- button and say a command or say “help”. All ence your mobile phone Owner’s Manual. The Uconnect™...
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 • Change the Source to Bluetooth , select “Yes” you will go the “Paired Phones” screen, if you select “No” you will return to the Uconnect™ • Touch the “Add Device” soft-key, Phone main menu. •...
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE You can also use the following VR command to bring up Disconnecting A Phone Or Audio Device a list of paired audio devices. • Touch the “Settings” hard-key, • “Show Paired Audio Devices” •...
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite phonebook. Specific Bluetooth Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature. See Uconnect™ • Touch the “Settings” hard-key, website for supported phones. • Touch the “Phone/Bluetooth ” soft-key, •...
Page 118: Phone Call Features
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Touch the “911/Help” soft-key. Touch the appropriate downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail- able, the previously downloaded phonebook is avail- listing to alter, Emergency for example, able for use. •...
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 • Redial, Call By Saying A Phonebook Name • Dial by touching in the number, • Press the button to begin, • Voice Commands (Dial by Saying a Number, Call by • After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, Saying a Phonebook Name, Redial, or Call Back), say “Call John Doe Mobile”, •...
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Transfer the call to/from the phone Recent Calls You may browse up to 34 of the most recent of each of the • Swap 2 active calls following call types: • Join 2 active calls together •...
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — No Call NOTE: The Uconnect™ Phone compatible phones in the Currently In Progress market today do not support rejecting an incoming call When you receive a call on your mobile phone, the when another call is in progress.
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Toggling Between Calls Redial If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), • Press the “Redial” soft-key, press the button until you hear a single beep, • or press the indicating that the active and hold status of the two calls button and after the “Listening”...
Page 123: Uconnect™ Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 ends, or until the vehicle battery condition dictates instruct the paired mobile phone to call the emergency cessation of the call on the Uconnect™ Phone and number. This feature is supported in the U.S., Canada, transfer of the call to the mobile phone.
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mexico City in Mexico). Please refer to the Chrysler WARNING! Group LLC 24-Hour “Towing Assistance” coverage details in the Warranty Information Booklet and on the Your phone must be turned on and connected to the 24–Hour Towing Assistance Card.
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that NOTE: • The first number encountered for that contact will be normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence on your mobile phone keypad, you can utilize the sent.
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE with the name John. Say the full name” you could press attempting to make a phone call using Uconnect™ button and say, “John Smith” to select that Phone. The status is given for roaming, network signal option without having to listen to the rest of the voice strength and phone battery strength.
Page 127: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 that the call did not go through even though the call is in Connect Or Disconnect Link Between the progress. Once your call is answered, you will hear the Uconnect™ Phone And Mobile Phone audio.
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that no one other than you is speaking • Storing names in your favorites phonebook when the during a voice command period. vehicle is not in motion is recommended. • Performance is maximized under: •...
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 • low road noise, Bluetooth Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the • smooth road surface, Uconnect™ Phone. When this happens, the connection • fully closed windows, can generally be reestablished by switching the phone OFF/ON.
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
Page 131: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 General Information Uconnect™ Phone supports the following features: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Voice Activated Features: RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the • Hands Free dialing via Voice (“Call John Smiths Mo- following conditions: bile”...
Page 132 • Setting Favorite Contact Phone numbers so the are • www.chrysler.com/uconnect easily accessible on the Main Phone screen. • www.dodge.com/uconnect • Viewing and Calling contacts from Recent Call logs. • www.jeep.com/uconnect • Reviewing your recent Incoming SMS. • or call 1–877–855–8400 •...
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 phone and one audio device can be used with the system WARNING! at a time. The system is available in English, Spanish, or French languages. Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following local laws and Uconnect™...
Page 134: Operation
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE if your vehicle is equipped. Please see the Uconnect™ 2. Say the individual commands and allow the system to Voice Command section for direction on how to use the guide you to complete the task. button.
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 for it. For example, you can use the compound com- The system handles multiple inputs in the same phrase mand form voice command “Search for John Smith”, or sentence such as “make a phone call” and “to Kelly or you can break the compound command form into Smith”.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Help Command NOTE: Pressing the buttons while the If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to system is playing is known as “Barging In”, refer to know your options at any prompt, say “Help” following “Barge —...
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • The vehicle must be in PARK. 3. Select Yes to begin the pairing process. Then, search for available devices on your Bluetooth enabled mobile 1. Press the “Phone” soft-key on the screen to begin. phone.
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Uconnect™ Phone will display an in process screen Pair Additional Mobile Phones while the system is connecting. • Touch the “More” soft-key to begin, • Touch the “Settings” soft-key, • Next, touch the “Phone/Bluetooth ” soft-key, •...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 You can also use the following VR commands to bring up the Paired Phone screen from any screen on the radio: • “Show Paired Phones” or • “Connect My Phone” Pair A Bluetooth Streaming Audio Device •...
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Uconnect™ Phone will display an in process screen Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or while the system is connecting, Audio Device Uconnect™ Phone will automatically connect to the • When the pairing process has successfully completed, highest priority paired phone and/or Audio Device the system will prompt you to choose whether or not within range.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 • Touch the + soft-key located to the right of the device Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite name, • Touch the “Settings” soft-key, • The options pop-up will be displayed, •...
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE phonebook. Specific Bluetooth Phones with Phone Book downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail- Access Profile may support this feature. See Uconnect™ able, the previously downloaded phonebook is avail- website for supported phones. able for use.
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 2. After loading the mobile phonebook, select phone- book from the Phone main screen, then select the appro- priate number. Touch the + next to the selected number to display the options pop-up. In the pop-up select “Add to Favorites”.
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. From the Phone main screen, select phonebook. From the phonebook screen, select the “Favorites” soft-key and then select the + soft-key located to the right of the phonebook record. Select an empty entry and touch the + on that selected entry.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 • Touch the + next to the Favorite you would like to Emergency And Towing Assistance remove. The Emergency and Towing Favorite numbers can only be altered. These cannot be deleted and the names cannot be changed.
Page 146: Phone Call Features
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Touch the + Options soft-key. Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the • Touch the + next to appropriate Favorite that is to be Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available and altered.
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 • Mobile Phonebook • After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, say “Call John Doe Mobile”, • Recent Call Log • The Uconnect™ Phone will dial the number associated • SMS Message Viewer with John Doe, or if there are multiple numbers it will NOTE: All of the above operations except Redial can be ask which number you want to call for John Doe.
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Join 2 active calls together Touch-Tone Number Entry • Touch the “Phone” soft-key, • Touch the “Dial” soft-key, • The Touch-Tone screen will be displayed, • Use the numbered soft-keys to enter the number and touch “Call”.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 These can be accessed by touching the “recent calls” Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call soft-key on the Phone main screen. Currently In Progress If a call is currently in progress and you have another You can also press the button and say “Show my incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for...
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE in progress. Or you can place a call on hold by touching Join Calls the Hold soft-key on the Phone main screen, then dial a When two calls are in progress (one active and one on number from the dialpad, recent calls, SMS Inbox or from hold), touch the “Join Calls”...
Page 151: Uconnect™ Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • The Uconnect™ Phone will call the last number that If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect™ Phone is was dialed from your mobile phone. operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: Call Continuation •...
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect™ Phone does slightly lower your NOTE: • The towing assistance call may also be initiated by chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for the mobile phone directly. touch.
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Working With Automated Systems of numbers, is also to be used for navigating through an This method is used in instances where one generally has automated customer service center menu structure, and to press numbers on the mobile phone keypad while to leave a number on a pager.
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Some paging and voice mail systems have system time Voice Response Length out settings that are too short and may not allow the It is possible for you to choose between Brief and use of this feature.
Page 155: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF) You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone When you mute the Uconnect™ Phone, you will still be keypad and still use the Uconnect™ Phone (while dialing able to hear the conversation coming from the other via the mobile phone keypad, the user must exercise party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Page 156: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that no one other than you is speaking Connect Or Disconnect Link Between The Uconnect™ Phone And Mobile Phone during a voice command period. If you would like to connect or disconnect the Bluetooth •...
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 • Storing names in your favorites phonebook when the • low-to-medium vehicle speed, vehicle is not in motion is recommended. • low road noise, • Phonebook (Mobile and Favorites) name recognition • smooth road surface, rate is optimized when the entries are not similar.
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Phone can read or send new messages on your phone. Your phone must support SMS over Bluetooth in order to use this feature. If the Uconnect™ Phone determines your phone is not compatible with SMS messaging over Bluetooth the “Messaging”...
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Read Messages: Once a message is received and viewed or listened to, you will have the following options: If you receive a new text message while your phone is • Send a Reply connected to Uconnect™...
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages Using Voice Commands: • Press the button, • After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, say “Send message to John Smith mobile”, • After the system prompts you for what message you want to send, say the message you wish to send or say “List”.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 6. I’ll call you later. 7. I’m on my way. 8. Thanks. 9. I’ll be late. 10. I will be <number> minutes late. 11. See you in <number> minutes. 12. Stuck in traffic. 13.
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Bluetooth Communication Link Power-Up Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the Uconnect™ Phone. When this happens, the connection ON or ACC position, or after a language change, you can generally be reestablished by switching the phone must wait at least 15 seconds prior to using the system.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Voice Tree...
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You can replace “248 555 1212” with any phone NOTE: • You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your number supported by your Mobile phone. mobile or favorite phone book. You can also say “Send •...
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163...
Page 166: General Information
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If your phone does not support phonebook download NOTE: • You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your or call log download over Bluetooth than these com- mobile or favorite phone book. You can also say “Send mands will return a response that the contact does not a message to John Smith”...
Page 167: Voice Command
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 VOICE COMMAND When you press the Uconnect™ Voice Command button, you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to Uconnect Touch™ 8.4/8.4 Nav give a command. The Uconnect™ Voice Command system al- lows you to control your AM, FM radio, satel- If no command is spoken the system will say one of two lite radio, disc player, SD Card, USB/iPod and...
Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: At any time, you can say the words “Cancel” or Natural Speech “Help”. Natural speech allows the user to speak commands in phrases or complete sentences. The system filters out These commands are universal and can be used from any certain non-word utterances and sounds such as “ah”...
Page 169: Uconnect™ Voice Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Uconnect™ Voice Commands Starting Voice Recognition (VR) Session in The Uconnect™ Voice Command system understands Radio/Player Modes two types of commands. Universal commands are avail- In this mode, you can say the following commands: able at all times.
Page 170: Voice Tree
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 NOTE: 1. You can replace “950 AM” with any other AM or FM frequency, such as “98.7 FM”. 2. You can replace “80’s on 8” with any other satellite station name received by the radio. 3.
Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 NOTE: 1. You can replace the album, artist, song, genre, playlist, podcast and audio book names with any corresponding names on the current device that is playing. 2. You can replace “8” with any track on the CD that is currently playing.
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 NOTE: 1. You can replace “NFL” with any league shown on the sports league screen. For example you can say “Show MLB headlines” or “Show PGA headlines”. 2. You can replace “Headlines” with any menu items shown on a league screen.
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 NOTE: 1. Only available with Navigation equipped vehicles. 2. You can replace “Player” with “Radio”, “Navigation”, “Phone”, “Climate”, “More” or “Settings”. 3. Navigation commands only work if equipped with Navigation. 4. Available Voice Commands are shown in bold face and shaded grey.
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 NOTE: 1. You can also say “Find City”, “Find Favorite”, “Find Play by Category”, “Find Play by Name”, “Find Recently Found”, “Where to?” or “Go Home”. 2. You can say “Find Nearest” then “Restaurant”, “Fuel”, “Transit”, “Lodging”, “Shopping”, “Bank”, “Entertain- ment”, “Recreation”,...
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 181: Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 NOTE: Available Voice Commands are shown in bold Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped face and shaded grey. The power seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat near the floor. Use this switch to move the seat up, down, SEATS forward, rearward or to tilt the seat.
Page 182 180 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 183: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 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 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For Vehicles Equipped With Uconnect Touch™ 4.3: Touch the CLIMATE hard-key (located on the left side of the Uconnect Touch™ display) to enter the climate con- trol screen. Touch the “Driver” or “Pass” seat soft-key (located on the Uconnect Touch™...
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 system will automatically switch to LO-level after a maximum of 60 minutes of continuous operation. At that time, the display will change from HI to LO, indicating the change. The LO-level setting will turn OFF automati- cally after a maximum of 45 minutes.
Page 186: Manual Front Seat Adjustments
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Front Seat Adjustments WARNING! (Continued) For models equipped with manual seats, the driver and • Do not place anything on the seat that insulates passenger seats can be adjusted forward or rearward by against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
Page 187: Recliner Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar located and lever, lean back to the desired position and release the move the seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once lever. To return the seatback to its normal upright posi- the desired position has been reached.
Page 188: Driver's Seat Height Adjustment - If Equipped
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be adjusted properly and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Page 189: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 hardback surface that you can use as a work surface WARNING! when the seat is folded flat and the vehicle is not in motion. Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half WARNING! of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR. The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in...
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 Push Button Active Head Restraint (Normal Position) For comfort, the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and backward. To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the head restraint.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR)/Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! •...
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 WARNING! (Continued) • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose cargo. To avoid accidental deployment of the Ac- tive Head Restraint ensure that all cargo is se- cured, as loose cargo could contact the Active Head Restraint during sudden stops.
Page 194: Third Row Passenger Seats - Seven Passenger Models
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For proper routing of a Child Seat Tether, refer to WARNING! “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”. Do not allow a passenger to sit in a third row seat without having the head restraint unfolded and WARNING! locked in place.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 To Fold The Seat WARNING! 1. Locate the control lever on the lower outboard side of • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, the seat. inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri- ously injured or killed.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Lift the control lever with the other hand, allow the To Unfold The Seat seatback to move forward slightly, and then release the Raise the seatback and lock it in place. lever. WARNING! WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is locked securely into...
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be adjusted properly and you could be injured. Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be adjusted properly and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 WARNING! Keep the latch clean and free of objects and be certain that the seatback/armrest is locked securely into position. Otherwise, the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Move the control lever on the upper outboard side of the seatback forward. Then, in one fluid motion, the seat cushion flips upward and the seat moves forward on its tracks. Tip n Slide Seat™ NOTE: A hand-grip is molded into the front of each quarter trim panel near the door opening to assist entry and exit from the third-row passenger seats.
Page 201: 50/50 Split Third-Row Passenger Seats With Fold-Flat Feature - Seven Passenger Models
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 WARNING! WARNING! Do not drive the vehicle with the seat in this posi- Be certain that the seatback and seat are locked tion, as it is only intended for entering and exiting securely into position. Otherwise, the seat will not the third row seats.
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Fold The Seatback To Unfold The Seatback Pull the latch release-loop located at the top of the Grasp the assist strap loop on the seatback and pull it seatback upward, push the seatback forward slightly, and toward you to raise the seatback.
Page 203: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 The seatback can also be locked in the reclined position. WARNING! (Continued) To do so, pull the latch release-loop located at the top of • Do not allow a passenger to sit in a third row seat the seatback upward, allow the seatback to recline, and without having the head restraint unfolded and release the release-loop.
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. Underhood Safety Latch Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open position. Place the upper end of the prop rod in the hole Hood Release on the underside of the hood.
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center front edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
Page 206: Lights
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights and fog lights.
Page 207: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped NOTE: The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be This system automatically turns the headlights on or off turned on and off using the Uconnect Touch™ System, according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, refer to “Uconnect Touch™...
Page 208: Daytime Running Lights (Drl) - If Equipped
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you turn the headlights off before the ignition, they will NOTE: The daytime running lights can be turned on turn off in the normal manner. and off using the Uconnect Touch™ System, refer to “Uconnect Touch™...
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates when the fog lights are turned on. NOTE: The fog lights will operate when the low beam headlights or parking lights are on. However, selecting the high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.
Page 210: Multifunction Lever
208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Multifunction Lever Turn Signals The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows signals, headlight beam selection and passing lights. The on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show multifunction lever is located on the left side of the proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 211: Lane Change Assist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Lane Change Assist moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond interior lights were switched on manually or are on the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash because a door is open.
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rotating the right dimmer control upward with the Dome Light Position parking lights or headlights on will increase the bright- Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the ness of the door map pockets and cupholders, if second detent to turn on the interior lights.
Page 213: Map/Reading Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead console. Refer to “Overhead Console” in “Un- derstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further information. WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on the left side of the steering column.
Page 214: Intermittent Wiper System
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Intermittent Wiper System There are five delay settings, which allow you to regulate Use the intermittent wiper system when weather condi- the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every two tions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause seconds to a maximum of approximately 36 seconds between cycles, desirable.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 CAUTION! • Turn the windshield wipers OFF when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than OFF. •...
Page 216: Windshield Washers
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers WARNING! To use the windshield washer, push the washer knob, located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield the second detent. could lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles.
Page 217: Headlights With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 Headlights With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned ON if the multifunction lever (on the left side of the steering column) is placed in the AUTO position.
Page 218: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the steering The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the column in position, pull the control handle upward until right side of the steering wheel. fully engaged.
Page 219: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control To Set A Desired Speed System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button vehicle set speed.
Page 220: To Resume Speed
218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Speed decrease until the button is released. Release the button To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) when the desired speed is reached, and the new set speed button and release.
Page 221: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so Usage Precautions” for limitations of this system and it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed recommendations. Control. ParkSense will retain the last system state (enabled or disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is WARNING! changed to the ON/RUN position.
Page 222: Parksense Warning Display
220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE (200 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper in the horizontal ParkSense Display direction, depending on the location, type and orienta- When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display tion of the obstacle. will turn ON indicating the system status. ParkSense Warning Display The ParkSense Warning screen will only be displayed if Sound and Display is selected from the Uconnect...
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 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 224 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Continuous Tone The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
Page 225: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 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 226: Cleaning The Parksense System
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE (EVIC) will actuate a single chime, once per ignition If “SERVICE PARK ASSIST” or “SERVICE PARK ASSIST cycle, and it will display the “CLEAN PARK ASSIST”, SYSTEM” appears in the EVIC, see an authorized dealer. “SERVICE PARK ASSIST”, or “SERVICE PARK ASSIST Cleaning The ParkSense System SYSTEM”...
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 turn ParkSense off, it remains off until you turn it on object as a sensor problem, causing the “SERVICE again, even if you cycle the ignition key. PARK ASSIST” message to be displayed in the EVIC. •...
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist • Drivers must be careful when backing up even system, it is strongly recommended that the ball when using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist sys- mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected tem.
Page 229: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE, the rear EQUIPPED camera mode is exited and the navigation or audio screen Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear appears again.
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always be used as a parking aid. The ParkView camera is check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to unable to view every obstacle or object in your check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob-...
Page 231: Turning Parkview On Or Off - With Touch Screen Radio
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 Turning ParkView On Or Off — With Touch Screen Radio 1. Turn the Radio on. 2. Press the “More” soft-key. 3. Press the “Settings” soft-key. 4. Press the “Safety & Driving Assistance” soft-key. 5.
Page 232: Sunglasses Storage
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE courtesy lights also function as reading lights. Press in on Sunglasses Storage each lens to turn these lights on while inside the vehicle. To access the storage compartment, press on the raised Press the lens a second time to turn each light off. You bars on the compartment door in the center of the console may adjust the direction of these lights by pressing the and release and the door will swing downward.
Page 233: Interior Observation Mirror
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 Interior Observation Mirror The convex interior observation mirror provides the driver and front seat passenger a wide field of view to conveniently view passengers sitting in the rear passen- ger seats. To use the interior observation mirror, press on the raised bars on the compartment door and release (the door will swing downward), then raise the door until it is almost closed and release.
Page 234: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
232 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 235: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 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 236: Programming A Rolling Code
234 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 237 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 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 238: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
236 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 239: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 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 240: Using Homelink
238 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 241: Security
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 • Press the LEARN button on the Garage Door Opener Security It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn to complete the training for a Rolling Code. in your vehicle. •...
Page 242: General Information
240 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 243: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 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 244: Opening Sunroof - Express
242 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 245: Pinch Protect Override
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts re- Sunshade Operation sult in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.
Page 246: Sunroof Maintenance
244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunroof Maintenance NOTE: The delay time if programmable using the Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean Uconnect Touch™ system. Refer to “Uconnect Touch™ the glass panel. System” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 A second 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet is located inside the center console storage area. Power is available with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN, ACC or LOCK position. Front 12 Volt Power Outlet This power outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE A third fused 12 Volt power outlet is located on the back A fourth fused 12 Volt power outlet is located on the left of the center console. This power outlet has power quarter trim panel in the cargo area.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. •...
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 251: Power Inverter - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 CAUTION! (Continued) • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces- sory bracket from the plug. POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a 115 Volt AC (150 Watt maximum) power outlet located on the back of the center console.
Page 252: Power Inverter Operation
250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE may have to be reset manually. To reset the inverter Power Inverter Operation manually press the power inverter button OFF and ON. The power inverter is turned on and off using the To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings Uconnect Touch™...
Page 253: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 2. Press the “Outlet” soft-key to turn the power inverter For passengers in the second row there are two cuphold- On or Off. ers, located in the center armrest between the two seats. When the armrest is folded flat the cupholders are in the CUPHOLDERS back of the Head Restraint.
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For vehicles equipped with third row seating, there are WARNING! additional cupholders located in the trim panels. If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle In addition to cupholders, vehicles may also be equipped holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burn- with bottle holders.
Page 255: Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 STORAGE Floor Console Storage An open storage area, or cubby bin, is located in the floor Glovebox Storage console. The glovebox storage compartment is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel. Pull on the release handle to open the glovebox storage compart- ment.
Page 256: Center Console Storage
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Center Console Storage Pull upward on the release handle, located on the front of There is a storage compartment located under the center the lid, to open the storage compartment. console armrest. Opened Storage Compartment Center Console...
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 Sliding Armrest WARNING! The center console armrest can also be slid rearward for easy access to the storage area. 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 258: Flip 'N Stow™ Front Passenger Seat Storage - If Equipped
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Flip ’n Stow™ Front Passenger Seat Storage — If NOTE: Make sure that objects inside the bin do not Equipped interfere with the latch before closing the seat. Push the The seat latch release-loop is located in the center of the seat cushion downward after closing it to make sure it seat cushion between the seat cushion and the seatback.
Page 259: Second-Row Map Pocket And Grocery Retainers - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 Second-Row Map Pocket And Grocery Retainers In-Floor Storage Bin With Removable Liner — If Equipped NOTE: Position the front seat to at least a mid-track A map storage pocket and grocery retainers are located position to provide easier access to the storage bin.
Page 260: Cargo Area Features
258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To access the bin, position the floor mat aside (if equipped). Pull the door latch release-loop upward to release the latch and then forward to open the bin door. Removable Liner CARGO AREA FEATURES Rechargeable Flashlight —...
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 Rechargeable Flashlight Three-Press Switch To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, NOTE: Be sure to return the flashlight to its charging twice for low, and a third time to return to off. station when not in use to ensure it is ready for operation the next time you need it.
Page 262: Cargo Management System
260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Management System Seven Passenger System Features • A large built-in storage bin with a hinged hardcover Five Passenger System Features located in the floor behind the third-row passenger • A raised load floor that sits on top of a large built-in seats.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 Cargo Tie-Downs WARNING! Cargo tie-downs are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision, a tie-down could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose.
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the WARNING! seatback. This could impair visibility or become a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision. The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle •...
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 The cover, when extended, covers the cargo area to keep items out of sight. Notches in the trim panels near the liftgate opening secure the extended cover in place. The cover rolls away neatly inside its housing when not in use.
Page 266: Rear Window Features
264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Grab the cover handle and pull it toward you. As the WARNING! cover nears the liftgate opening, guide the rear attach- ment posts (on both ends of the cover) into the notches in A cargo cover that is unsecured in the vehicle could the trim panels.
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 pump will continue to operate as long as the switch is held. Upon release, the wiper will cycle three times before returning to the set position. Rear Wiper/Washer Rotate the switch upward to the first detent posi- tion for rear wiper operation.
Page 268: Rear Window Defroster
266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE to the “Park” position. When the vehicle is restarted, the CAUTION! (Continued) wiper will resume function at whichever position the • Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents switch is set at. the rear wiper blade from returning to the park position.
Page 269: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! The roof rack cross rails and side rails are designed to carry cargo weight. The load must not exceed 150 lbs Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to (68 kg), and it should be distributed uniformly over the the heating elements: •...
Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Move The Cross Rails outboard surface of the side rail for proper positioning. There are four frontward marks for the front cross rail 1. Loosen the knobs on top of each cross rail approxi- and four rearward marks for the rear cross rail.
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 • To help reduce the amount of wind noise when the CAUTION! (Continued) cross rails are not in use, fasten the front cross rail in • Long loads, which extend over the windshield, the fourth position from the front and the rear cross such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with rail in the eighth position.
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per- sonal injury or property damage. Follow the Roof Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....274 Oil Change Due ..... 292 Instrument Cluster .
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect Touch™ Settings ....296 Important Notes For Single Video Screen System ......325 Hard-Keys .
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 iPod /USB/MP3 Control — If Equipped ..343 General Overview ....346 Steering Wheel Audio Controls —...
Page 276: Instrument Panel Features
274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Side Window Demist Outlet 6 — Switch Bank 11 — Engine Start/Stop Button 2 — Air Outlet 7 — Uconnect Touch™ Hard Controls 12 — Hood Release Lever 3 — Instrument Cluster 8 —...
Page 277: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 278: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 3. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of 1. Tachometer an onboard diagnostic system, called OBD, that The red segments indicate the maximum permissible monitors engine and automatic transmission con- engine revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear trol systems.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 4. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ CAUTION! Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause Light” comes on continuously with the engine damage to the engine control system. It also could running, a malfunction has been detected in affect fuel economy and drivability.
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Turn Signal Indicators 8. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal Display / Odometer Display when the turn signal lever is operated. Odometer Display If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle is driven The odometer display shows the total distance the ve- more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on, a hicle has been driven.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the tires.) instrument cluster.
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 11. Seat Belt Reminder Light If the light remains on when the parking brake has been When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/ disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake seconds as a bulb check.
Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the tions.
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it 16. Fuel Gauge indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when is not functioning and that service is required.
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads others could be badly burned by steam or boiling “H”...
Page 287: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful (EVIC) information by pressing the switches mounted on the The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the following: tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the •...
Page 288 286 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) and sub-menus.
Page 289: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 • Key Left Vehicle BACK Button Press the BACK button to scroll back to a • Key Not Detected previous menu or sub-menu. • Press Brake Pedal and Push Button to Start • Service Keyless System Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) •...
Page 290: Evic White Indicators
288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Low Tire Pressure (with a single chime). Refer to EVIC White Indicators information on “Tire Pressure” and “Tire Pressure This area will show reconfigurable white caution tell- Monitor” in “Starting And Operating”. tales. These telltales include: •...
Page 291: Evic Amber Indicators
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 • Electronic Speed Control SET • Door Ajar This light will turn on when the electronic This light will turn on to indicate that one or speed control is SET. For further information, more doors may be ajar. refer to “Electronic Speed Control”...
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This light does not show how much oil is in the engine. This light informs you of a problem with the The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 • Engine Temperature Warning Light • Transmission Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi- This light indicates that the transmission fluid tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- temperature is running hot. This may occur proaches H, this indicator will illuminate and a with severe usage, such as trailer towing.
Page 294: Oil Change Due
292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL turn off the message temporarily, press and release the WARNING! MENU button. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the scheduled maintenance), perform If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is the following procedure: illuminated and you continue operating the vehicle, in some circumstances you could cause the fluid to 1.
Page 295: Fuel Economy
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 Fuel Economy Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Fuel Economy” displays highlighted in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. The following Fuel Economy func- tions will display in the EVIC: • Average Fuel Economy •...
Page 296: Vehicle Speed
294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel Vehicle Speed tank level. DTE cannot be reset through the SELECT Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle button. Speed” displays highlighted in the EVIC. Press the SELECT button to display the current speed in mph or NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle km/h.
Page 297: Tire Psi
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 selected feature to reset individually. The three features Elapsed Time can only be reset individually. The following Trip func- Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset. tions display in the EVIC: Elapsed time will increment when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
Page 298: Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features)
296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) Messages Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Mes- Info” displays in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. sages: XX”...
Page 299: Hard-Keys
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 panel that allows you to access and change the customer & Locks, Heated Seats, Engine Off Operation, Compass programmable features. Settings, Audio, Phone/Bluetooth and SIRIUS Setup through hard-keys and soft-keys. Hard-Keys Hard-Keys are located on the left and right side of the NOTE: Only one touchscreen area may be selected at a Uconnect Touch™...
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the Settings hard-key to access the Settings screen, Display use the Page Up/Down soft-keys to scroll through the • Brightness following settings. Touch the desired setting soft key to Touch the Brightness soft-key to change this display. change the setting using the description shown on the When in this display, you may select display brightness following pages for each setting...
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 • Touch Screen Beep functions and the navigation system (if equipped). Touch the English, French (Français) or Spanish (Español) soft- Touch the Touch Screen Beep soft-key to turn on or shut key to select the language preferred. Then touch the off the sound heard when a touch screen button (soft- arrow back soft-key.
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the digital clock in the status bar. To change the Show Display soft-key. Then touch the arrow back soft-key. Time Status setting, press and release the ON or OFF Refer to “ParkSense Rear Park Assist” in “Understand- soft-key.
Page 303 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 Headlight Off Delay status, touch the 0, 30, 60 or 90 your selection, touch the Headlights With Wipers soft- soft-key. Then touch the arrow back soft-key. key and select ON or OFF. Then touch the arrow back soft-key.
Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL your selection, touch the Daytime Running Lights soft- feature selected. To make your selection, touch the Flash key and select ON or OFF. Then touch the arrow back Headlights With Lock soft-key and select ON or OFF. soft-key.
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 • Remote Door Unlock Order unlocked with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- ter. To make your selection, touch the Flash Lights With Touch the Remote Door Unlock Order soft-key to change Lock soft-key and select ON or OFF. Then touch the this display.
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL touching the handle more than once will only result in below 40° F (4.4° C). To make your selection, touch the the driver’s door opening. If Unlock Driver Door Only Auto Heated Seats soft-key and select ON or OFF. Then On 1st Press is selected, once the driver door is opened, touch the arrow back soft-key.
Page 307 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 either front door will cancel this feature. To change the module is located, and it can cause interference with the Engine Off Power Delay status, touch the 0 seconds, compass sensor, and it may give false readings. 45 seconds, 5 minutes or 10 minutes soft-key.
Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale CAL until the compass is calibrated. You may also between the + and – soft-keys. Then touch the arrow back calibrate the compass by touching the ON soft-key and soft-key.
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 • Surround Sound your selection, touch the Channel Skip soft-key, select the Touch the Surround Sound soft-key to change this dis- channels you would like to skip. Then touch the arrow play. This feature provides simulated surround sound back soft-key.
Page 310: Customer Programmable Features - Uconnect Touch™ System 8.4 Settings
308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect Touch™ System 8.4 Settings Touch the More soft-key, then touch the Settings soft-key to display the menu setting screen. In this mode the Uconnect Touch™ system allows you to access program- mable features that may be equipped such as Display, Clock, Safety/Assistance, Lights, Doors &...
Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 Once the setting is complete touch the Back Arrow setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale soft-key to return to the previous menu or touch the X between the + and – soft-keys. Then touch the arrow back soft-key to close out of the settings screen.
Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Units check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that When in this display, you may select to have the EVIC, setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key odometer, and navigation system (if equipped) changed to return to the previous menu.
Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 • Set Time Minutes Clock After pressing the Clock soft-key the following settings When in this display, you may adjust the minutes. The will be available. Sync with GPS Time soft-key must be unchecked. To make your selection touch the + or - soft-keys to adjust •...
Page 314 312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ParkView Backup Camera until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear to return to the previous menu. Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever Safety / Assistance...
Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 the Hill Start Assist soft-key, until a check-mark appears touch the + or - soft-key to select your desired time next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. interval. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous previous menu.
Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Flash Headlights With Lock that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. Refer to “Lights/ When this feature is selected, the headlights will flash SmartBeam™ — If Equipped” in “Understanding The when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote Features Of Your Vehicle”...
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 • Sound Horn With Remote Start On Exit soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. the remote start is activated.
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Passive Entry equipped door handle is grasped. If Driver Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start Door 1st Press is programmed, only the driver’s door will After pressing the Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start unlock when the driver’s door is grasped. With Passive soft-key the following settings will be available.
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 • Headlight Off Delay appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to previous menu. have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle.
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Perform Compass Calibration NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Touch the Calibration soft-key to change this setting. This Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to module is located, and it can cause interference with the manually reset the compass.
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 • Equalizer • Music Info Cleanup When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and This feature helps organize music files for optimized Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – music navigation.
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Channel Skip your radio. Following the expiration of the free services, SIRIUS can be programmed to designate a group of it will be necessary to access the information on the channels that are the most desirable to listen to or to Subscription Information screen in order to re-subscribe.
Page 323: Uconnect™ Multimedia Video Entertainment System (Ves)™ - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 UCONNECT™ MULTIMEDIA VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ — IF EQUIPPED Getting Started • Screen located in the overhead console : Unfold the overhead LCD screen by pushing the button on the overhead console behind the screen. Overhead Video Screen •...
Page 324: Single Video Screen
322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Single Video Screen Using The Remote Control NOTE: Typically there are two different ways to operate 1. Press the MODE button on the Remote Control. the features of the Video Entertainment System (VES)™. 2. While looking at the video screen, highlight DISC by •...
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 • 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- sion.
Page 326: Play Video Games
324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Play Video Games NOTE: Certain high-end video games, such as Playsta- Connect the video game console to the Auxiliary RCA tion3 and XBox360 will exceed the power limit of the input jacks located on the back of the center console. vehicle’s Power Inverter.
Page 327: Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 2. Touch the “Rear Entertainment” soft-key to display 2. While looking at the video screen, either press Up/ the Rear Entertainment Controls. Down/Left/Right on the Remote Control to highlight the desired audio source or repeatedly press the MODE 3.
Page 328: Play A Dvd Using The Touch-Screen Radio
326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • In split screen mode the left side equates to Channel 1 Using The Remote Control and right side equates to Channel 2. 1. Press the MODE button on the Remote Control. • When selecting a video source on Channel 1, the video 2.
Page 329: Remote Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 3. If the Rear Entertainment is turned off, touch the Remote Control “Power” soft-key. 4. Touch the “1” or “2” Source soft-key based on the channel you want to change and touch the “Disc” soft- key.
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Channel Selector Indicators – When a button is / Prev – In radio modes, press to select to the pressed, the currently affected channel or channel button previous station. In disc modes, press to advance to the is illuminated momentarily.
Page 331: Remote Control Storage
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 12. SLOW – Press to slow playback of a DVD disc. Press – In radio modes, press to seek to the previous play ( ) to resume normal play. tunable station. In disc modes, press and hold to fast rewind through the current audio track or video chapter.
Page 332: Locking The Remote Control
330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL two retaining clips first, and then rotate the remote back 1. Touch the “MORE” soft-key. up into the other two retaining clips until it snaps back 2. Touch the “Rear Entertainment” soft-key to display into position. the Rear Entertainment Controls.
Page 333: Headphones Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 • Replace the batteries, making sure to orient them according to the polarity diagram shown. • Replace the battery compartment cover. Headphones Operation The headphones receive two separate channels of audio using an infrared transmitter from the video screen. If no audio is heard after increasing the volume control, verify that the screen is turned on and in the down position and that the channel is not muted and the...
Page 334: Controls
332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Locate the battery compartment on the left ear cup of Changing the Audio Mode for Headphones the headphones, and then slide the battery cover 1. Ensure the Remote Control channel/screen selector downward. switch is in the same position as the headphone selector •...
Page 335: Unwired Stereo Headphone Lifetime Limited Warranty
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 MODE button will advance to the next mode. When the How Long Does The Coverage Last? This warranty lasts mode is in an audio only source (such as FM), the Mode as long as you own the Product. Selection menu appears on screen.
Page 336: System Information
334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NATURE WHATSOEVER. Some states and jurisdictions If you have any questions or comments regarding your may not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or Unwired wireless headphones, please phone 1-888-293- consequential damages, so the above limitation may not 3332 or email customersupport@unwiredtechnology.com.
Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 If the radio functions (FM, AM, or SAT) are in the shared Information Mode Display mode with the VES™, only the radio is able to control the radio functions. In this case, VES™ can share the radio mode, but not change stations until the radio mode is changed to a mode that is different from the VES™...
Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Channel 2 ENTER Button Action Numeric Keypad Menu 6. Remote Locked Out 7. Clock 8. Channel 1 Shared Status Numeric Keypad Menu When the display for either Channel 1 or Channel 2 shows DIRECT TUNE, pressing the remote control’s ENTER button activates a numeric keypad menu.
Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 screen makes it easy to enter a specific tuner frequency, press the remote control’s ENTER button to tune to that satellite channel, or track number. To enter the desired station. To jump through the list more quickly, navigate digit: to the Page Up and Page Down icons on the screen.
Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Display Settings on the screen. The factory default settings are already set for optimum viewing, so there is no need to change these settings under normal circumstances. To change the settings, press the remote control’s navi- gation buttons ( , ) to select an item, then press the remote control’s navigation buttons ( ,...
Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • To change the current audio mode, press the remote Disc Formats control’s MODE button. This will automatically select The VES™ DVD player is capable of playing the follow- the next available audio mode without using the Mode ing types of discs (12 mm or 8 mm diameter): Select menu.
Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DVD Audio Support If you record a disc using a personal computer, there may be cases where the VES™ DVD player may not be able to When a DVD-Audio disc is inserted in the VES™ DVD play some or the entire disc, even if it is recorded in a player, the DVD-Audio title on the disc is played by compatible format and is playable on other players.
Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 • Mixed media recordable DVD formats will only play end with the extension .mp3 or .MP3 and WMA the Video_TS portion of the disc. files must always end with the extension .wma or .WMA . To prevent incorrect playback, do not use If you are still having trouble writing a disc that is these extensions for any other types of files.
Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL between 64 and 192Kbps. Variable bit rates are also skipping forward 1.0 to 3.0 seconds at a time. If the end supported. For both formats, the recommended of the disc is reached, the DVD player will return to the sample rate is either 44.1kHz or 48kHz.
Page 345: Ipod /Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 intended for home or other limited viewing uses other- 2. This device must accept any interference received, wise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or including interference that may cause undesired disassembly is prohibited. operation. Dolby Digital and MLP Lossless Manufactured iPod /USB/MP3 CONTROL —...
Page 346: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. The left and right-hand controls are rocker-type switches with a pushbutton in the center of each switch. Reach behind the steering wheel to access the switches.
Page 347: Left-Hand Switch Functions For Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 • Press the switch up or down twice to listen to the Left-Hand Switch Functions For Radio Operation second track, three times to listen to the third track, • Press the top of the switch to SEEK the next listenable and so forth.
Page 348: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. turned down or off during mobile phone operation when not using Uconnect™ (if equipped). 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. CLIMATE CONTROLS 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high.
Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 Hard-Keys Hard-keys are located on the left and right side of the Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 screen in the center of the instru- ment panel. There are also hard-keys located below the Uconnect Touch™ screen. Automatic Temperature Controls — Hard-Keys 1 —...
Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Temperature Controls — Hard-Keys Uconnect Touch™ System 4.3 Manual Temperature Controls — Soft-Keys Soft-Keys Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect Touch™ system screen.
Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 If equipped with ATC, performing this function will cause the automatic operation to switch into manual mode and the AUTO indicator will turn off. 2. Recirculation Control Button Press and release to change the current setting; the indicator illuminates when ON.
Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL position. Blower control should be left in the “ON” Soft-Key — Uconnect Touch™ System 8.4 position to allow the climate control to either warm or Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting cool the vehicle and the large blower icon to increase the blower setting.
Page 353 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 An indicator will illuminate when the rear window 6. Passenger Temperature Control Up Button defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically Provides the passenger with independent temperature turns off after 10 minutes. control. Push the button for warmer temperature set- tings.
Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL this function will cause the ATC to switch between 12. Modes manual mode and automatic modes. Refer to “Automatic The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air Operation” for more information. comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, demist outlets and defrost outlets.
Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort 13. SYNC conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets Press the Sync soft-key to toggle the Sync feature On/Off. and warmer air from the floor outlets. The Sync indicator is illuminated when this feature is enabled.
Page 356: Climate Control Functions
354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Climate Control Functions dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and through the condenser. Fabric A/C (Air Conditioning) front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator condenser, reducing air conditioning performance.
Page 357: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 Attempting to use Recirculation while in these modes 3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is will cause the LED in the control button to blink and then not necessary to change the settings. You will experience turn off.
Page 358: Rear Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Operation Rear Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If The system allows for manual selection of blower speed, Equipped air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation con- The rear ATC system has floor air outlets at the rear right trol.
Page 359 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 Rear Climate Controls 4.3 Screen Rear Climate Controls 8.4 Screen 1 — Blower Up Soft-Key 5 — Done Soft-Key 1 — Rear Auto Soft-Key 6 — Blower Up Soft-Key 2 — Mode Soft-Key 6 — Rear Lock Soft-Key 2 —...
Page 360 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Lock Pressing the Rear Temperature Lock soft-key on the Uconnect Touch™ screen, illuminates a lock symbol in the rear display. The rear temperature and air source are controlled from the front Uconnect Touch™ system. Rear second row occupants can only adjust the rear ATC control when the Rear Temperature Lock button is turned off.
Page 361: Rear Blower Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 • Rotate the Rear Blower, Rear Temperature and the to high. This allows the rear seat occupants to control the Rear Mode Control knobs to suit your comfort needs. volume of air circulated in the rear of the vehicle. •...
Page 362: Rear Mode Control
360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When rear controls are locked by the Uconnect Touch™ NOTE: In many temperature positions, the BI-LEVEL system, the Rear Temperature Lock symbol on the tem- mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the head- perature knob is illuminated and any rear overhead liner outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 Winter Operation NOTE: Recirculation mode without A/C should not be Use of the air Recirculation mode during Winter months used for long periods, as fogging may occur. is not recommended because it may cause window Outside Air Intake fogging.
Page 364 362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions...
Page 365 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....368 Automatic Transmission ....373 Automatic Transmission .
Page 366 364 STARTING AND OPERATING AutoStick — If Equipped ....390 Brake System ......399 Operation .
Page 367 STARTING AND OPERATING 365 Tire Identification Number (TIN) ..412 Tread Wear Indicators ....425 Tire Terminology And Definitions ..413 Life Of Tire .
Page 368 366 STARTING AND OPERATING E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ..441 Replacement Parts ....448 MMT In Gasoline ....442 Maintenance .
Page 369 STARTING AND OPERATING 367 Trailer Hitch Classification ....457 Towing Requirements ....460 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Towing Tips .
Page 370: Starting Procedures
368 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic Transmission Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat before shifting into any driving gear.
Page 371: Keyless Enter-N-Go
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 Keyless Enter-N-Go 10 seconds. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine This feature allows the driver to oper- prior to the engine starting, press the button again. ate the ignition switch with the push To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE of a button, as long as the Remote START/STOP Button...
Page 372: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or 29°C)
370 STARTING AND OPERATING • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to display a “Vehicle Not In Park” message and the engine will remain running. Never leave a vehicle out of the change the ignition switch to the ACC position (EVIC PARK position, or it could roll.
Page 373: If Engine Fails To Start
STARTING AND OPERATING 371 If Engine Fails To Start WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get WARNING! it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into transmission cannot be started this way.
Page 374: After Starting
372 STARTING AND OPERATING and hold the brake pedal, push the accelerator pedal all The engine block heater cord is bundled under the hood the way to the floor and hold it, then press and release the between the headlight assembly and the Totally Inte- ENGINE START/STOP button once.
Page 375: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 373 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 transmission may occur if the follow- idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing the ing precautions are not observed: brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly •...
Page 376: Key Ignition Park Interlock
374 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK/ number of reasons.
Page 377: Gear Ranges
STARTING AND OPERATING 375 self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles (kilometers). Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped.
Page 378 376 STARTING AND OPERATING Never attempt to use PARK while vehicle is in motion. WARNING! Apply the parking brake when leaving vehicle in this • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for range. the parking brake. Always apply the parking When parking on a level surface, you may place the shift brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle lever in the PARK position first, and then apply the...
Page 379 STARTING AND OPERATING 377 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, idle speed.
Page 380 378 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF number of reasons.
Page 381 STARTING AND OPERATING 379 • Look at the shift lever position display and verify that WARNING! it indicates the PARK position. Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever ignition to coast down a hill.
Page 382 380 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE modify the transmission shift schedule and expand the This range should be used for most city and highway range of torque converter clutch engagement. This is driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- done to prevent transmission damage due to overheat- shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 383 STARTING AND OPERATING 381 Transmission Limp Home Mode 5. Restart the engine. Transmission function is monitored electronically for 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could longer detected, the transmission will return to normal result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home operation.
Page 384: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission - 3.6L Engine
382 STARTING AND OPERATING • the transmission fluid has reached an adequate tem- converter clutch is not engaged, it may seem as if the perature, transmission is not shifting into Overdrive when cold. This is normal. Using the AutoStick feature, when the •...
Page 385: Gear Ranges
STARTING AND OPERATING 383 Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when moving the shift lever between these gears. The transmission shift lever has PARK, REVERSE, NEU- TRAL, DRIVE, and AutoStick shift positions.
Page 386 384 STARTING AND OPERATING Never attempt to use PARK while vehicle is in motion. WARNING! Apply the parking brake when leaving vehicle in this • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for range. the parking brake. Always apply the parking When parking on a level surface, you may place the shift brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle lever in the PARK position first, and then apply the...
Page 387 STARTING AND OPERATING 385 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, idle speed.
Page 388 386 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF number of reasons.
Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever WARNING! will not move out of PARK. Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the REVERSE ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE During cold temperatures, transmission operation may This range should be used for most city and highway be modified depending on engine and transmission driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im- shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389 PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to oper- NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, it is ate. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be driven to recommended that you visit an authorized dealer at your an authorized dealer for service without damaging the earliest possible convenience.
Page 392: Autostick - If Equipped
390 STARTING AND OPERATING • vehicle speed is sufficiently high. AUTOSTICK — IF EQUIPPED AutoStick is a driver-interactive feature providing Torque Converter Clutch manual shift control, giving you more control of the A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been vehicle.
Page 393: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 391 • Avoid using speed control when AutoStick is en- NOTE: In AutoStick mode, the transmission will only shift up or down when the driver moves the shift lever to gaged. the right (+) or left (-), except as noted below. AutoStick •...
Page 394: All Wheel Drive (Awd) - If Equipped
392 STARTING AND OPERATING ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) — IF EQUIPPED DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES This feature provides on-demand All-Wheel Drive Acceleration (AWD). The system is automatic with no driver inputs or Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- additional driving skills required.
Page 395: Traction
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 Traction DRIVING THROUGH WATER When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Driving through water more than a few inches/ wedge of water to build up between the tire and road centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure surface.
Page 396: Shallow Standing Water
394 STARTING AND OPERATING Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! (Continued) Although your vehicle is capable of driving through • Driving through standing water may cause dam- shallow standing water, consider the following Caution age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- and Warning before doing so. ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination CAUTION!
Page 397: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 395 POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph steering capability if power assist is lost.
Page 398: Power Steering Fluid Check
396 STARTING AND OPERATING system. This noise should be considered normal, and it checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are does not in any way damage the steering system. apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- pated.
Page 399: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 397 If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for the correct fluid type.
Page 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 401: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 399 BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or systems loses normal capability, the remaining injury.
Page 402: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
400 STARTING AND OPERATING hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up to WARNING! help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking. • Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and Refer to “Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)” under “Elec- tronic Brake Control System” in this section for more possibly a collision.
Page 403: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 401 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM related motor noises. These noises are the system per- Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic forming its self check cycle to ensure that the ABS is brake control system commonly referred to as ESC. This working properly.
Page 404 402 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- • The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip- ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase ment that may be susceptible to interference braking or steering efficiency beyond that af- caused by improperly installed or high output forded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and...
Page 405: Brake Assist System (Bas)
STARTING AND OPERATING 403 Anti-Lock Brake Light If both the Brake System Warning Light and the ABS The Anti-Lock Brake Light monitors the ABS. Light remain on, the ABS and Electronic Brake Force The light will turn on when the ignition switch Distribution (EBD) systems are not functioning.
Page 406: Traction Control System (Tcs)
404 STARTING AND OPERATING across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is WARNING! spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning.
Page 407: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 405 driving maneuvers. It cannot prevent wheel lift due to applying the brake of the appropriate wheel. Engine other factors, such as road conditions, leaving the road- power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain way, or striking objects or other vehicles.
Page 408 406 STARTING AND OPERATING Full On This is the normal operating mode for ESC. Whenever the vehicle is started the system will be in this mode. This mode should be used for most driving situations. ESC should only be turned to “Partial Off” for specific reasons as noted.
Page 409: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 407 mode is overcome, turn ESC back on by momentarily The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo- pressing the “ESC OFF” button. This may be done while cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as the vehicle is in motion.
Page 410: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
408 STARTING AND OPERATING • The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds WARNING! when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop • TSC cannot stop all trailers from swaying. Always when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESC activation.
Page 411: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 409 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 412 410 STARTING AND OPERATING • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design compact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded ample: T145/80D18 103M.
Page 413 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 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 414: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
412 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 415: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 413 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 Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 416: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
414 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 417 STARTING AND OPERATING 415 occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or 3) tire size designed for your vehicle XXX kg” on the Tire and Loading Information placard. 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and spare tires.
Page 418 416 STARTING AND OPERATING available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs [295 kg]). late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations 5.
Page 419 STARTING AND OPERATING 417...
Page 420: Tires - General Information
418 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 421: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 419 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to door.
Page 422 420 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the winter.
Page 423: Radial-Ply Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 421 loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- Radial-Ply Tires tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire WARNING! dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle WARNING! poorly.
Page 424: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
422 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle. If your vehicle has this option refer to an Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. pattern. You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on If your vehicle is not equipped with an original equip- the Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the...
Page 425: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 423 your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the WARNING! original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Compact spares are for temporary emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive more than Limited-Use Spare –...
Page 426: Tire Spinning
424 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Spinning WARNING! When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or icy conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle stopping.
Page 427: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 425 Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth to help you in determining when your tires should be becomes 1/16 in (2 mm).
Page 428: Replacement Tires
426 STARTING AND OPERATING Information” placard for the size designation of your tire. WARNING! The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original equipment tire sidewall. See the Tires and spare tire should be replaced after six years, Tire Sizing Chart example found in the Tire Safety regardless of the remaining tread.
Page 429: Tire Chains
STARTING AND OPERATING 427 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Install chains on the front wheels as tightly as To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the possible and then retighten after driving about following precautions: 0.5 mile (0.8 km). •...
Page 431: Snow Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 429 SNOW TIRES poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be during the winter. All season tires can be identified by the checked before using these tire types.
Page 432: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
430 STARTING AND OPERATING The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the does not apply to some directional tires that must not be driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- reversed.
Page 433 STARTING AND OPERATING 431 The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if For example, your vehicle may have a recommended the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure limit for any reason, including low temperature effects of 33 psi (227 kPa).
Page 434 432 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care • The TPMS has been optimized for the original and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size •...
Page 435: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 433 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will the tire. illuminate in the instrument cluster, a “LOW TIRE”...
Page 436 434 STARTING AND OPERATING will also sound a chime. If the ignition switch is cycled, NOTE: this sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure exists. The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will monitoring sensor.
Page 437: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 435 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly the TPMS will update automatically and the “Tire Pres- and to maintain the proper pressure.
Page 438 436 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires. In addition, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display a graphic showing the pressure values of each tire with the low tire pressure values flashing.
Page 439 STARTING AND OPERATING 437 will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. Service TPMS Warning When a system fault is detected, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 440 438 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to position. The system still needs to be serviced as long as facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPMS the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message is displayed. sensors.
Page 441: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 439 SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for a minimum of five active road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of the up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the pressure value.
Page 442: Fuel Requirements
440 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and This engine is designed to meet all emis- endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- sions regulations and provide excellent wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties fuel economy and performance when us- necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, ing high-quality unleaded “regular”...
Page 443: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
STARTING AND OPERATING 441 Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- genates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenates ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol may be used in your vehicle.
Page 444: Mmt In Gasoline
442 STARTING AND OPERATING To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether E-85 perform the following: the gasoline contains MMT. It is even more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada, because MMT •...
Page 445: Fuel System Cautions
STARTING AND OPERATING 443 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 446: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
444 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper WARNING! maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mal conditions repaired promptly.
Page 447 STARTING AND OPERATING 445 the other sections of this manual for information on CAUTION! features that are common between Flexible Fuel and gasoline-only powered vehicles. Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can operate on E-85. E-85 Fuel Cap E-85 Badge...
Page 448: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
446 STARTING AND OPERATING Ethanol Fuel (E-85) When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and • you do not switch when the fuel gauge indicates less 15% unleaded gasoline. than 1/4 full •...
Page 449: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 447 • Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fully Starting compatible with E-85 and may form deposits in your The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use engine. To eliminate driveability issues that may be when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C).
Page 450: Replacement Parts
448 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Parts ADDING FUEL Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- left side of the vehicle.
Page 451 STARTING AND OPERATING 449 NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap WARNING! tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler door rein- • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near forcement. the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the CAUTION! tank is being filled.
Page 452: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
450 STARTING AND OPERATING on if the gas cap is not secured properly. Make sure VEHICLE LOADING that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on refueled. the “Vehicle Certification Label.” This information should be used for passenger and luggage loading as •...
Page 453: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)
STARTING AND OPERATING 451 • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear WARNING! • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is • Type of Vehicle important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can •...
Page 454: Loading
452 STARTING AND OPERATING Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle TRAILER TOWING separately. It is important that you distribute the load In this section, you will find safety tips and information evenly over the front and rear axles. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
Page 455 STARTING AND OPERATING 453 exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear further information. axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly.
Page 456: Starting And Operating
454 STARTING AND OPERATING Tongue Weight (TW) Weight-Carrying Hitch The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases, it should not be less weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or than 10% or more than 15% of the trailer load.
Page 457 STARTING AND OPERATING 455 equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and may be required depending on vehicle and trailer configuration/loading to comply with Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) requirements. WARNING! • An improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch system may reduce handling, stability, braking performance, and could result in a collision.
Page 458 456 STARTING AND OPERATING With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct) Improper Adjustment of Weight-Distributing Hitch (Incorrect)
Page 459: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 457 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional Standards Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your authorized dealer for Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) package content.
Page 460: Weight Ratings)
458 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. GCWR (Gross Engine/ Combined Wt. Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt. Transmission Rating) 6,000 lbs...
Page 461: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 459 Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
Page 462: Towing Requirements
460 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! (Continued) trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a factory-installed options or authorized dealer-installed trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph options must be considered as part of the total load on (80 km/h) and do not make starts at full throttle.
Page 463 STARTING AND OPERATING 461 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a and that it will not shift during travel. When grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic the tow vehicle.
Page 464 462 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Tires on replacement tires and for the proper tire replace- ment procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s GVWR spare tire.
Page 465 STARTING AND OPERATING 463 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) distance. When towing, you should allow for ad- loaded, it should have its own brakes, and they ditional space between your vehicle and the ve- should be of adequate capacity.
Page 466 464 STARTING AND OPERATING Four-Pin Connector Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn 2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn 3 — Ground 6 —...
Page 467: Trailer Towing Weights
STARTING AND OPERATING 465 Towing Tips the interval specified for “police, taxi, fleet, or frequent Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, trailer towing.” Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for and backing up the trailer in an area located away from the proper maintenance intervals.
Page 468: (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
466 STARTING AND OPERATING adequate performance. For example, choose “4” if the − Air Conditioning desired speed can be maintained. Choose “3” or “2” if Turn off temporarily. needed to maintain the desired speed. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND − Extended driving at high RPM should be avoided to MOTORHOME, ETC.) prevent excess heat generation.
Page 469: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....469 Jacking Instructions ....475 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 470 468 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ....492 Without The Ignition Key ....493 Front-Wheel Drive (Fwd) .
Page 471: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 469 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel switch bank, above the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 472: 2.4L Engine - If Equipped
470 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2.4L Engine — If Equipped CAUTION! On hot days the engine oil temperature may become too hot during sustained high-speed driving or if towing a Driving with a hot cooling system could damage trailer up long grades. If this happens, a HOTOIL mes- your vehicle.
Page 473: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 471 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) • Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is WARNING! on a jack. • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the •...
Page 474: Jack Location
472 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location Spare Tire Location The jack and jack-handle are stowed underneath a cover The spare tire is stowed underneath the rear of the in the rear storage bin in the cargo area. vehicle and is held in place by means of a cable winch mechanism.
Page 475: Spare Tire Removal
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 473 4. Place the shift lever in PARK. 1. Remove the jack-handle components 1, 2 and 3 from storage and assemble them. 5. Turn OFF the ignition. 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jack- ing position.
Page 476: Spare Tire Stowage
474 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES nut socket at the end of component 1 faces upward when 4. Tilt the retainer at the end of the winch cable and seated on component 2. This will make it easier to rotate remove it from the center of the wheel.
Page 477: Jacking Instructions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 475 1. Place the spare tire near to the winch cable. Hold the Jacking Instructions spare upright so that the tire’s tread is on the ground and WARNING! the valve stem is at the top of the wheel facing away from the rear of the vehicle.
Page 478 476 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 479 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 477 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and jack-handle from stowage. 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts on the wheel with the flat tire. Turn the wheel nuts counter- clockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 3.
Page 480 478 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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. 5. Remove the wheel nuts. For vehicles so equipped, remove the wheel cover from the wheel by hand.
Page 481 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 479 NOTE: CAUTION! • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the •...
Page 482 480 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw counter- 11. Place the deflated (flat) tire in the cargo area. Do not clockwise with the jack handle. stow the deflated tire in the spare tire stowage location. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced as soon 9.
Page 483: Road Tire Installation
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 481 Road Tire Installation Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. To ease the installation process for steel wheels with wheel covers, install two lug nuts on the mounting studs which are on each side of the valve stem.
Page 484 482 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES snapping the cover over the two lug nuts. Do not use a each lug nut is 95 ft/lbs (130 N·m). If in doubt about the hammer or excessive force to install the cover. correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or service station.
Page 485: Jump-Starting
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 483 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a WARNING! torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly seated against the wheel. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle JUMP-STARTING has been lowered.
Page 486: Preparations For Jump-Start
484 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
Page 487 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 485 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive WARNING! (+) battery post. To remove the cover, press the locking • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- tab and pull upward on the cover. ever the hood is raised.
Page 488: Jump-Starting Procedure
486 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jump-Starting Procedure 3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the booster battery. WARNING! 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with Failure to follow this procedure could result in per- the discharged battery.
Page 489 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 487 Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle, the reverse sequence: you should have the battery and charging system in- spected at your authorized dealer. 6.
Page 490: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
488 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE NOTE: If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Con- can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your trol, turn the system OFF before attempting to steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the “rock”...
Page 491: Shift Lever Override
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 489 WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi- cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near...
Page 492: With Keyless Enter-N-Go - If Equipped
490 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Insert a screwdriver or similar small tool into the hole With Keyless Enter-N-Go — If Equipped at the front of the center console and push the manual If the engine is running, press the START/STOP button to override release lever.
Page 493: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 491 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Towing Condition Wheel OFF the Ground FWD MODELS AWD MODELS IF transmission is operable: • Transmission in NEUTRAL Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED • 25 mph (40 km/h) max speed Rear NOT ALLOWED Wheel Lift Or...
Page 494: All-Wheel Drive (Awd)
492 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the vehicle’s battery is discharged, see “Shift Lever All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Override” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for instruc- The manufacturer requires towing with all four wheels tions on shifting the automatic transmission out of the OFF the ground.
Page 495: Without The Ignition Key
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 493 If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- CAUTION! sion is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all four wheels on the ground) under the following condi- Towing faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than tions: 15 miles (24 km) with front wheels on the ground can cause severe damage to the transmission.
Page 496: All-Wheel Drive (Awd)
494 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES the front wheels must be placed on a towing dolly. Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) The manufacturer requires towing your vehicle with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. CAUTION! Failure to follow these towing methods can cause severe damage to the transmission and/or transfer...
Page 497: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... . . 497 Engine Oil ......503 Engine Compartment —...
Page 498 496 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System ..... 515 Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) ......537 Cooling System .
Page 499: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 497 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 —...
Page 500: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
498 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 8 —...
Page 501: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 499 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 502: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
500 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test, may also turn on the MIL. which you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE do the following: PROGRAMS...
Page 503: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501 the ignition or start the engine. This means that your before going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail vehicle’s OBD II system is not ready and you should your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine not proceed to the I/M station.
Page 504: Maintenance Procedures
502 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES systems may void your warranty and could result in civil The pages that follow contain the required maintenance penalties being assessed against you. services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
Page 505: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 503 fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level CAUTION! (Continued) before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will that protect the performance and durability of give you an incorrect reading.
Page 506 504 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Selection CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 507 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 505 Engine Oil Viscosity – 3.6L Engine CAUTION! SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the starting and vehicle fuel economy. chemicals can damage your engine.
Page 508: Engine Oil Filter
506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Materials Added To Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Do not add any supplemental materials, other than leak The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter detection dyes, to your engine oil. Engine oil is an at every engine oil change.
Page 509: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 507 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can tenance required. provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire.
Page 510 508 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 511: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 509 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.
Page 512: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped
510 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- 1. Open the glove box and remove all contents. ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning 2. Push the retaining tab on each side of the glove box service be performed by authorized dealers or other inward while gently pulling the glove box door outward service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
Page 513: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 511 4. Disengage the two retaining tabs that secure the filter 6. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter cover to the HVAC housing and remove the cover. pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the cover.
Page 514: Wiper Blades
512 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- Wiper Blades cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the MOPAR Spray White Lube or equivalent to assure windshield and rear window periodically with a sponge quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 515 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 513 NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend- ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor performance of blades may be present with chattering, marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces- sary.
Page 516: Adding Washer Fluid
514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press the blade holder.
Page 517: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 515 To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system Exhaust System in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust rating information can be found on most washer fluid system.
Page 518 516 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con- and can eventually poison you.
Page 519 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 517 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.
Page 520: Cooling System
518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- WARNING! freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently •...
Page 521 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 519 Selection Of Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Use only the manufacturer’s recommended engine cool- • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine ant (antifreeze). Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu- coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi- ine Parts”...
Page 522 520 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE replacement. To prevent reducing this extended mainte- (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water nance period, it is important that you use the same will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your engine cooling system.
Page 523 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 521 rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
Page 524 522 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. coolant freeze point or replacing engine coolant (anti- freeze). Advise your service attendant of this. As long as • Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle.
Page 525: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 523 • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is WARNING! equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or •...
Page 526 524 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may WARNING! cause leaking in the system. • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake Fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear. fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Brake fluid level should be checked when pads are Parts”...
Page 527: Automatic Transmission
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 525 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 528 526 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa- CAUTION! tion. It is important that the transmission fluid be main- tained at the prescribed level using the recommended Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as fluid.
Page 529 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 527 5. Wipe the area around the dipstick clean to eliminate If the fluid level is low, add sufficient fluid through the the possibility of dirt entering the transmission. filler (dipstick) tube to bring it to the proper level. Do not overfill.
Page 530: Rear Drive Assembly (Rda) - Awd Models Only
528 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) – AWD Models Only CAUTION! (Continued) Lubricant Selection • Dirt and water in the transmission can cause Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer serious damage. To prevent dirt and water from to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts”...
Page 531: Power Transfer Unit (Ptu) - Awd Models Only
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529 Power Transfer Unit (PTU) – AWD Models Only Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Lubricant Selection Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts”...
Page 532 530 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 533 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 531 • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, Special Care de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive packaged and sealed. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 534 532 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean or a mild CAUTION! soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes.
Page 535 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 533 Cleaning Interior Trim solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi- cloth, a damp cloth with MOPAR Total Clean or equiva- tioner is not required to maintain the original condition.
Page 536: Cleaning The Cupholders
534 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses. used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners.
Page 537: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 535 FUSES Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Interior Fuses 20 Amp Heated Seats – If The interior fuse panel is located on the passenger side F105 Yellow Equipped under the instrument panel. 20 Amp Rear Power Outlet Cartridge Mini- F106...
Page 538 536 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Rear Wiper Motor 25 Amp Passenger Door F115 F123 Yellow Natural Module 30 Amp Rear Defroster (EBL) 10 Amp Mirrors F116 F124 Pink 10 Amp Heated Mirrors...
Page 539: Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 537 Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Passenger 10 Amp Assistance/Hands F131 Free System – If Equipped 10 Amp Tire Pressure Module F132 10 Amp Spare F133 Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) The power distribution center is located in the engine Cartridge Mini- compartment.
Page 540 538 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 60 Amp Interior Power Distri- 40 Amp Exterior Lights 1 F103 F143 Yellow bution Center Rail Green Interior Power Distri- 40 Amp Exterior Lights 2 60 Amp F144 F105...
Page 541 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 539 Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Headlamp Washer 20 Amp Horn F151 F161 Pink Motor – If Equipped Yellow 25 Amp Diesel Fuel Heater – Cabin Heater #1/ F152 50 Amp Natural...
Page 542 540 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Emissions – Partial All Wheel Drive 40 Amp 20 Amp F169 Zero Emissions Ve- F177 Module – If Green Yellow hicle Motor Equipped Emissions – Partial 25 Amp Sunroof –...
Page 543: Replacement Bulbs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 541 REPLACEMENT BULBS LIGHTS BULBS – Exterior Bulb No. All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base. Low Beam Headlamp..... 9006 Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not High Beam Headlamp .
Page 544: Bulb Replacement
542 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS BULBS – Rear (Bulb Version) Bulb No. Rear Tail/Stop Lamp ....P27/7W Rear Tail (Liftgate) Lamp ....P27/7W Rear Turn Signal Lamp .
Page 545: Front Fog Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 543 2. Remove the electrical connector from the fog lamp CAUTION! housing. Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.
Page 546: Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamp
544 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Changing The Rear Turn Signal Lamp CAUTION! 1. Open the liftgate. Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil 2. Remove the two fasteners from the inboard side of the contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the taillamp housing.
Page 547 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 545 taillamp housing with one hand and grasp the flange on Changing The Backup Lamp the inboard side of the taillamp housing with the other 1. Open the liftgate. hand. Use the trim stick and hand pressure together to disengage the taillamp housing from the vehicle.
Page 548: License Plate Lamp
546 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE trim stick and hand pressure together to disengage the 4. Rotate the applicable bulb’s electrical connector ⁄ taillamp housing from the liftgate. turn counterclockwise and remove it from the housing. 5. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install the replacement bulb.
Page 549 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 547 3. Hold the lens with one hand and rotate the bulb’s electrical connector ⁄ turn counterclockwise with the other hand and then separate the bulb and connector assembly from the lens. 4. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install the replacement bulb.
Page 550: Fluid Capacities
548 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models 20.5 Gallons 77.6 Liters All-Wheel Drive Models 21 Gallons 79.8 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts 4.26 Liters 3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters...
Page 551: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 549 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy- Engine Coolant brid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Engine Oil –...
Page 552: Chassis
550 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed Automatic Transmission ATF+4 product. Power Transfer Unit (PTU) MOPAR Gear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent. Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) MOPAR Gear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent. MOPAR DOT 3, SAE J1703 or equivalent should be used.
Page 553 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule ....552 Required Maintenance Intervals ..554...
Page 554 552 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Based on engine operation conditions the oil change The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this indicator message will illuminate, this means that service manual must be done at the times or mileages specified is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Page 555 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 553 scheduled oil change is performed by someone other Once A Month than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle damage.
Page 556 554 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES At Each Oil Change Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following • Change the engine oil filter. pages for the required maintenance intervals. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. CAUTION! Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.
Page 557 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 555 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 558: Service Schedule
556 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 559 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 557 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 560 558 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 561 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 559 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 562 560 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 563 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 561 104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or 112,000 Miles (182,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 564 562 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 565 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 563 136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (234,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 566 564 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or WARNING! 114 Months Maintenance Service • You can be badly injured working on or around a Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you ❏...
Page 567: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Vehicle......567 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 568 566 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Traction Grades ..... 573 Quality Grades ......573 Temperature Grades .
Page 569: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 567 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 570: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
568 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center solved with this process. P.O.
Page 571: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 569 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 572: Warranty Information
570 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 573: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 571 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/ a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS campaign.
Page 574 572 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Owner’s Manuals vehicle, system, and/or components is written in straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams, These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the and charts. assistance of service and engineering specialists to • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- hicles.
Page 575 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 573 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 576 574 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 577 INDEX...
Page 578 576 INDEX About Your Brakes ....397,399 Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ... 66,68,71 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 579 INDEX 577 Automatic Oil Change Indicator ... . . 292 Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..23 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..355 Location .
Page 580 578 INDEX Bulb Replacement ..... 543,544 Cargo Management System ....260 Bulbs, Light .
Page 581 INDEX 579 Cleaning Coolant Capacity ..... 550 Wheels ......533 Coolant Level .
Page 582 580 INDEX Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ....212 E-85 Fuel ......444 Diagnostic System, Onboard .
Page 583 INDEX 581 Overheating ......471 Oil Filler Cap ....499,507 Towing .
Page 584 582 INDEX Exterior Lighting ......204 Replacement Parts ....448 Exterior Lights .
Page 585 INDEX 583 Fuel ....... . . 440 Fuel Saver ......293 Adding .
Page 586 584 INDEX General Information ..17,25,129,164,391,439 Lights On Reminder ....206 General Maintenance ..... 504 On With Wipers .
Page 587 INDEX 585 Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....15 Key-In Reminder ......14 Infant Restraint .
Page 588 586 INDEX Leaks, Fluid ......95 Exterior ......95 Life of Tires .
Page 589 INDEX 587 Map Reading ..... . . 211 Loading Vehicle ..... . 450,452 Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) .
Page 590 588 INDEX Maintenance, Sunroof ..... 244 Rearview ......103 Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .
Page 591 INDEX 589 Oil Filter, Change ......508 Outside Rearview Mirrors ....104 Oil Filter, Selection .
Page 592 590 INDEX Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ..244 Rear Axle (Differential) ....530 Seats ......179 Rear Camera .
Page 593 INDEX 591 Reminder, Seat Belt ..... . . 60 Rotation, Tires ......429 Remote Control Starting System .
Page 594 592 INDEX Pretensioners ......55 Sentry Key Programming ....17 Rear Seat .
Page 595 INDEX 593 Specifications Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . 344 Fuel (Gasoline) ..... . 551 Storage ....... 253 Oil .
Page 596 594 INDEX Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ....17 Life of Tires ......425 Theft System (Security Alarm) .
Page 597 INDEX 595 Disabled Vehicle ..... 493 Selection of Lubricant ....552 Guide .
Page 598 596 INDEX Universal Transmitter ..... 232 Washer Unleaded Gasoline ..... . . 440 Adding Fluid .
Page 599 INDEX 597 Wiper, Rear ......264 Wrecker Towing ......493 Wipers, Intermittent .
Page 600 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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Dodge Journey 2012 Owner's Manual

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