Page 1 2009 OWNER’S MANUAL...
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 LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or op- name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............. 3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Warnings And Cautions ....7 Rollover Warning .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION ROLLOVER WARNING This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
Page 7: How To Use This Manual
INTRODUCTION 5 belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.
Page 8 6 INTRODUCTION...
Page 9: Warnings And Cautions
INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.
Page 10: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Security Alarm System — If Equipped ..19 Ignition Key Removal .
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information ....25 Window Lockout Switch ....36 Programming Additional Transmitters .
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Seat Belt Extender ....52 Safety Tips ......75 Driver And Right Front Passenger Exhaust System .
Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle has the Automatic Transmission key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the ignition switch to can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized the LOCK position and remove the key.
Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 key to the right slightly, then remove the key as de- scribed. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable.
Page 16: Locking Doors With The Key
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE inserted or withdrawn only in the LOCK position. Push CAUTION! in on the key in the ignition lock cylinder to rotate to the LOCK position. An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Page 17: Ignition Accessory Delay Feature
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Infor- WARNING! mation Center (EVIC), the time for this feature is pro- grammable. For details, refer to “Personal Settings The key cannot be turned to LOCK until the shift (Customer-Programmable Features)”/“KEY lever is in the PARK position.
Page 18 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in seconds if someone uses an invalid key to try to start the the electronics.
Page 19: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Replacement Keys procedure. This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle that has never been programmed. electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
Page 20: General Information
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch. Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 15 do not have a programmed Sentry Key , contact your seconds.
Page 21: Security Alarm System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 • This device must accept any interference that may be arming. The security light in the instrument panel cluster received, including interference that may cause undes- will flash rapidly for about 15 seconds to indicate that the ired operation.
Page 22: Illuminated Entry
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE engine, the system will shut down until the correct key is ILLUMINATED ENTRY used. To exit alarming mode, press the RKE UNLOCK Vehicles Equipped With Power Door Locks button or start the vehicle with a programmed Sentry All interior lights will illuminate in the vehicle when the Key .
Page 23: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • Your vehicle’s transmitter may have three, four, or five REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) buttons (shown), depending on the optional features purchased with your vehicle. This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate or activate the panic alarm from distances a minimum of 66 ft (20 m) using a handheld radio Trans- mitter.
Page 24: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system can be programmed to unlock all the doors 4. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, by upon the first UNLOCK button press by following these pressing the LOCK/UNLOCK button on the transmitter. procedures: NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the transmitter •...
Page 25 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Horn Chirp Programming 5. Test the horn chirp feature while outside of the vehicle The horn chirp feature will be activated when shipped by pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter from the assembly plants.
Page 26: Using The Panic Alarm
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the 5. If the desired programming was not achieved or to following procedure: reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps. 1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on the transmit- Using the Panic Alarm ter.
Page 27: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 25
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 General Information 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter, such as a radio station This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with tower, airport transmitter, military base, and some mobile RS-210 of Industry Canada.
Page 28 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Fasten your seat belt. Fastening the seat belt will 8. Using the transmitter to be programmed, press and cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this release both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons simulta- programming procedure.
Page 29: Battery Replacement
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap- ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. 1. If the transmitter is equipped with a screw, remove the screw. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart.
Page 30: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. To reassemble the transmitter case, snap the two halves of the case together. Make sure there is an even “gap” between the two halves. If equipped, install and tighten the screw until snug. Test transmitter operation. REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM —...
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 To enter the vehicle while the engine is running during a The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of remote start, you must first unlock the vehicle using the two times.
Page 32: Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is on each front door trim Manual Door Locks panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. All the doors can be “manually” locked from the inside by pushing down the door lock plunger, located at the rear of the door.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC: locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden- tally locking your keys in the vehicle. Removing the key 1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors. or closing the door will allow the locks to operate.
Page 34: Auto Unlock On Exit Programming
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 8. If a chime is not heard, the program mode was (Customer Programmable Features)” under “Over- canceled before the feature could be disabled. If neces- head Console with Electronic Vehicle Information sary, repeat the above procedure. Center (EVIC) –...
Page 35: Child Protection Door Lock
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 6. A single chime will sound to indicate the feature has been changed. 7. Repeat the above steps to alternate the availability of this feature. 8. If a chime is not heard, the program mode was canceled before the feature could be changed.
Page 36: Windows
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS WARNING! Power Windows Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged. NOTE: After setting the child protection door lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position.
Page 37: Auto Down
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 The control on the left front door has up-down switches WARNING! that give you finger tip control of all four power win- dows. There is a single opening and closing switch on the Never leave children alone in a vehicle.
Page 38: Auto Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection (Driver's And Front Passenger Door Only)
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto Up Feature with Anti-Pinch Protection WARNING! (Driver’s and Front Passenger Door Only) Lift the window switch to the second detent, release, and There is no anti-pinch protection when the window the window will go up automatically. is almost closed.
Page 39: Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 pressing the remote transmitter UNLOCK button prior to activating the power liftgate; otherwise, the engine will stop automatically. Window Lockout Switch LIFTGATE The liftgate can be unlocked using the Remote Keyless Power Liftgate Button Entry (RKE) Transmitter or by activating the power door Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed.
Page 40: Power Liftgate - If Equipped
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The liftgate will not manually open if the vehicle is in When the RKE Transmitter power liftgate button is gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h). pressed two times and the “Lamp Flash” feature is enabled, the turn signals will flash twice to signal that the NOTE: If the liftgate is locked and is not equipped with liftgate is opening or closing.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 press the RKE Transmitter or overhead console button WARNING! to fully open the liftgate and then press again to close. During power operation, personal injury or cargo • If the liftgate handle is pulled while the power liftgate damage may occur.
Page 42: Occupant Restraints
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. within the same cycle, the system will automatically However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera- stop and must be opened or closed manually.
Page 43: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Please pay close attention to the information in this Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and that section. It tells you how to use your restraint system they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as Some of the worst injuries happen when people are possible.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people belts are designed to go around the large bones of riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously your body.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, next to your arm in the rear seat. Grasp the latch 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and plate and pull out the belt.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! (Continued) plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” • A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger- ous.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of on the shoulder belt.
Page 48: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Page 49: Automatic Locking Retractors (Alr) Mode - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode WARNING! 1. Buckle the combination lap/shoulder belt. A 20% seatback that is not fully latched in the 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until upright position will not protect you properly.
Page 50: Rear 60/40 Seat Third Row Center Three Point Belt - If Equipped
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Rear 60/40 Seat Third Row Center Three Point WARNING! Belt — If Equipped • If the small (keyed buckle) latch plate and keyed The center three point seat belt for the third row rear seat may be disconnected to allow the 60% seatback to easily buckle are not properly connected when the seat fold down.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 To reattach the seat belt to the third row center seat, pull the small (keyed buckle) latch plate forward from the headliner slots and insert it into the keyed buckle until there is an audible click. Refer to the previous section for the proper seat belt usage.
Page 52: Seat Belt Pretensioners
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove any slack from the seat belt system in the event of a collision.
Page 53: Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System (Beltalert )
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System The Enhanced Warning System (BeltAlert ) can be en- (BeltAlert ) abled or disabled by your authorized dealer or by If the driver seat belt has not been buckled within 60 following these steps: seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed is NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first...
Page 54: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Unbuckle and then re-buckle the driver’s seat belt Seat Belts and Pregnant Women three times within 10 seconds, ending with the seat belt We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts buckled.
Page 55: Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)-Airbags
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Driver And Right Front Passenger Supplemental WARNING! Restraint System (SRS)—Airbags Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use the seat belt extender when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and right NOTE: Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint trim, but they will open to allow airbag deployments. systems.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types WARNING! (Continued) of collisions. The front airbags deploy in moderate to • Do not have any accessory items installed which severe frontal collisions. will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to The window bag on the crash side of the vehicle is your vehicle.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE You should read the instructions provided with your WARNING! child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more 2. All occupants should use their lap and shoulder belts severe injuries in a collision.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Airbag System Components How the Airbag System Works The airbag system consists of the following: • The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines • Occupant Restraint Controller if a frontal collision is severe enough to require the airbags to inflate.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units are Also, the ORC turns on the AIRBAG warning light in the instrument cluster for 2.5 to 8 located in the center of the steering wheel and the right seconds for a self-check when the ignition is side of the instrument panel.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 • The Side Impact SRS Window Bags are designed to NOTE: At no time should any Supplemental Restraint activate only in certain side collisions or in a roll over System (SRS) component or SRS-related component or event.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particles or all of the following may occur: settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufac- turer’s instructions for cleaning.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the WARNING! airbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who • Modifications to any part of the airbag system works on your vehicle that it has an airbag system.
Page 64: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Light block for blown fuses. Refer to “Fuse Block” in Section 7. You will want to have the airbags ready to See your authorized dealer if the fuse is good. inflate for your protection in an impact. While Event Data Recorder (EDR) the airbag system is designed to be mainte- In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 order to assess and improve vehicle performance. In a potentially sensitive nature, such as would identify a addition to crash investigations initiated by the manufac- particular driver, vehicle, or crash, will be treated confi- turer, such investigations may be requested by custom- dentially.
Page 66: Child Restraint
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Airbag disable light status (if equipped) Child Restraint Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the • Time of airbag deployment (in terms of ignition time - babies and children, too. Every state in the United cycles and vehicle mileage) States and all Canadian provinces require that small •...
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Infants and Small Children by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are less than one year old. Both types of child restraints are • This vehicle is not capable of accommodating the held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the installation of a car bed used for carrying newborn LATCH child restraint anchorage system.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH child restraint anchorage system. (Refer to “LATCH - Child as possible. Seat Anchorage System”...
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • Carefully follow the instructions that come with the WARNING! (Continued) restraint. If you install the restraint improperly, it may • A rearward-facing infant restraint should only be not work when you need it. used in a rear seat.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH - Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower All three second row seating positions have lower an- chorages that are capable of accommodating LATCH- Anchors and Tether for CHildren) Your vehicle’s second row seat is equipped with the child compatible child seats having flexible, webbing-mounted restraint anchorage system called LATCH.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Second Row Seat Right Side Second Row Seat Left Side...
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a hook for attachment to the System We urge that you carefully follow the directions of the tether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting the manufacturer when installing your child restraint.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 NOTE: When using the LATCH attaching system to Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts Belt not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are of reach of children.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the lap portion around the child restraint. Any seat belt Child Restraints in Third Row Seating (If system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasion- Equipped) ally, and pull it tight if necessary. For vehicles equipped with third row split bench (60/40) seating, the tether strap anchorage is located on the seatback behind the center seating position.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Child Restraint Tether Anchor There are tether strap anchorages behind each seating position in the second row and behind the center seating position in the case of the third row seat (60/40) split bench, if equipped.
Page 76: Engine Break-In Recommendations
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS WARNING! A long break-in period is not required for the engine in your vehicle. An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to seat failure and injury to the child. In a collision, the Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
Page 77: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 A new engine may consume some oil during its first few WARNING! (Continued) thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be • It may be necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with considered as a normal part of the break-in and not the engine running for more than a short period.
Page 78: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Be aware of changes in the sound of the exhaust system, Seat Belts exhaust fumes detected inside the vehicle, or damage to Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, the underside or rear of the vehicle. Have a competent frays and loose parts.
Page 79: Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Door Latches Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for tread wear or uneven wear patterns. Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, Check for stones, nails, glass or other objects lodged in water, oil, or other fluid leaks.
Page 81: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......84 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped . . . 88 Inside Day/Night Mirror .
Page 82 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Recognition System (VR) — Four-Way Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped......116 If Equipped .
Page 83 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 Self-Limiting Control ....140 Windshield Wipers ....150 Driver Easy Exit And Easy Entry Control .
Page 84 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Park Assist Sensors ....158 Compass/Temperature Button ..172 Rear Park Assist Warning Display ..158 Garage Door Opener —...
Page 85 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 Electrical Power Outlets ....183 Cargo Area Features — If Equipped ..190 Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off Rear Window Features .
Page 86: Mirrors
84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
Page 87: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror will automatically adjust for annoying head- light glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror.
Page 88: Outside Mirrors
86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror. Outside Folding Mirrors — If Equipped Folding outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved either forward or rearward to resist damage.
Page 89: Automatic Dimming Driver's Outside Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 Using the control wand, tilt the mirror into the desired WARNING! position. When you have finished adjusting the mirror, turn the control wand to the center position (O). The Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side center position prevents the accidental movement of the convex mirror will look smaller and farther away mirror.
Page 90: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Mirrors — If Equipped Heated mirrors are automatically activated when you depress the rear window defroster switch located on the instrument panel. The light will illuminate to indicate that the heating elements are on. Turning off the rear window defroster or the ignition will deactivate the heated mirrors.
Page 91: Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect ) - If Equipped
• www.chrysler.com/uconnect UConnect is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-vehicle • www.dodge.com/uconnect communications system. UConnect allows you to dial a • www.jeep.com/uconnect phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands (e.g., Call” “Mike” ”Work or Dial”...
Page 92 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The UConnect phonebook enables you to store up to 32 Phone Button names, with four numbers per name. Each language has The rearview mirror contains the microphone a separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in that for the system (depending on the type of language.
Page 93: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 • For certain operations, compound commands can be The UConnect system is fully integrated with the vehi- cle’s audio system. The volume of the UConnect system used. For example, instead of saying Setup and then can be adjusted either from the radio volume control Phone Pairing, the following compound command knob or from the steering wheel radio control (right...
Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Help Command To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer- If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to ence your cellular phone Owner’s Manual. The know your options at any prompt, say Help following UConnect website may also provide detailed instruc- the beep.
Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 • For identification purposes, you will be prompted to Dial by Saying a Number give the UConnect system a name for your cellular • Press the PHONE button to begin. phone. Each cellular phone that is paired should be •...
Page 96 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call by Saying a Name Add Names to Your UConnect Phonebook • Press the PHONE button to begin. NOTE: Adding names to the phonebook is recom- mended when the vehicle is not in motion. •...
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- Object Exchange Profile (OBEX). Please see your phone book, you will be given the opportunity to add more Owner’s Manual for specific instructions on how to send phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the these entries from your phone.
Page 98 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Edit Entries in the UConnect Phonebook Phonebook Edit can be used to add another phone number to a name entry that already exists in the NOTE: Editing names in the phonebook is recom- phonebook.
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 • After confirmation, the phonebook entries will be from which you choose. To select one of the entries from the list, press the “Voice Recognition” button deleted. while the UConnect system is playing the desired •...
Page 100: Phone Call Features
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The UConnect system will then prompt you as to the call. Press the PHONE button to accept the call. To reject number designation you wish to call. the call, press and hold the PHONE button until you hear a single beep, indicating that the incoming call was •...
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Making a Second Call While Current Call in indicating that the active and hold status of the two calls Progress have switched. Only one call can be placed on hold at one To make a second call while you are currently on a call, time.
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Termination Call Continuation To end a call in progress, momentarily press the PHONE Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if UConnect system after the vehicle ignition key has been there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call.
Page 103: Uconnect System Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 UConnect System Features Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is Language Selection reachable: To change the language that the UConnect system is • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency using: number for your area.
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The emergency number dialed is based on the NOTE: The Towing Assistance number dialed is based country where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. on the country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- and Canada and 060 for Mexico).
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Working with Automated Systems numbers, followed by Send, is also to be used for This method is used in instances where one generally has navigating through an automated customer service cen- to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while ter menu structure, and to leave a number on a pager.
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Barge In - Overriding Prompts Phone and Network Status Indicators The “Voice Recognition” button can be used when you If available on the radio and/or on a premium display wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by recognition command immediately.
Page 107: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the Advanced Phone Connectivity dial ring to the UConnect system to play it on the Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone vehicle audio system, so you will not hear it. Under this The UConnect system allows ongoing calls to be trans- situation, after successfully dialing a number the user ferred from your cellular phone to the UConnect system...
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List Paired Cellular Phone Names Select Another Cellular Phone This feature allows you to select and start using another • Press the PHONE button to begin. phone paired with the UConnect system. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 109: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Delete UConnect Paired Cellular Phones Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- • Press the PHONE button to begin. nizing their voice commands or numbers, the UConnect • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say system Voice Training feature may be used.
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Performance is maximized under: This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The system will adapt to the last trained voice only. • low-to-medium blower setting, To restore the Voice Recognition system to factory default •...
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 • It is not recommended to store similar sounding • low-to-medium vehicle speed, names in the UConnect phonebook. • low road noise, • The UConnect phonebook nametag recognition rate • smooth road surface, is optimized for the person who stored the name in the •...
Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Bluetooth Communication Link Power-Up Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to After switching the ignition key from OFF to either ON the UConnect system. When this happens, the connec- or ACC position, or after a language change, you must tion can generally be re-established by switching the wait at least five seconds prior to using the system.
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Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 118: General Information
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE possible. The ability of the Voice Interface System to General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and recognize user voice commands may be negatively af- RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the fected by rapid speaking or a raised voice level.
Page 119: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Pressing the VR hard-key while the system is speaking is At any point, if the system does not recognize one of your known as “barging in.” The system will be interrupted commands, you will be prompted to repeat it. and you can add or change commands.
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • MAIN MENU (to switch to the main menu) Main Menu Start a dialogue by pressing the VR hard-key. You may Radio FM say MAIN MENU to switch to the main menu. To switch to the FM band say FM or RADIO FM. In this In this mode, you can say the following commands: mode, you may say the following commands: •...
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 • NEXT CHANNEL (to select the next channel) Memo To switch to the voice recorder mode say MEMO. In this • PREVIOUS CHANNEL (to select the previous chan- mode, you may say the following commands: nel) •...
Page 122: Voice Training
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE − PREVIOUS (to play the previous memo) 2. Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the UConnect System. For best results, the Voice Training − DELETE (to delete a memo) session should be completed when the vehicle is parked, •...
Page 123: Manual Front Seat Recliners
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 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 properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Page 124: Manual Lumbar Support Adjustment - If Equipped
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.
Page 125: Eight-Way Driver's Power Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 To lower the head restraint, depress the release button Eight-Way Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped located at the base of the head restraint and push down The driver’s power seat switches are located on the left on the head restraint.
Page 126: Four-Way Passenger's Power Seat - If Equipped
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Four-Way Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped The front passenger’s power seat switches are located on the right side of the passenger seat lower side trim. The bottom switch controls forward/rearward adjustment. The top switch controls the seatback recline adjustment. NOTE: The four-way seat does not have an up/down adjustment.
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 The controls for the second row heated seats are located NOTE: The High level setting will operate for approxi- on the center console between the second row seats. mately 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, the system will automatically transition to the Low level setting.
Page 128: Second Row Bucket Seats - Fold And Tumble
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Second Row Bucket Seats — Fold and Tumble WARNING! Second row bucket seats have seatback recliners on both • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin seating positions. Raising the lever allows the seatback to be reclined an additional 11 degrees.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 3. Pull up on the seatback release lever located on the outboard side of the seat and push the seatback forward. Tumbling the Seat Forward To re-latch the seat, tilt the seat rearward and push down firmly to engage the rear attachments.
Page 130: Second Row 40/20/40 Seat - Fold And Tumble
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To fold and tumble the second row seats from the third WARNING! row fully raise the lever at the rear of the seat to fold the seatback. Continue lifting the lever to release the floor In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be latches to tumble the seat.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Rear 20% Seat Pull Strap Fold, Tumble And Recline Lever To fold the 20% seatback, pull the strap forward to release To fold the 40% seatbacks, fully raise the lever on the side the seatback.
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To tumble the 40% seat, fully raise the lever on the side of WARNING! the seat to release the floor latches and tumble the seat. The 20% seatback contains the center shoulder belt. WARNING! A 20% seatback that is not fully latched in the upright position will not protect you properly.
Page 133: Third Row Seat Bench - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Third Row Seat Bench — If Equipped To Fold the Seats Folding the third seat occurs in two stages: First, the cushion is lifted and moved forward from the pockets at the front of the cushion. The cushion will rest on the floor directly behind the second row seat.
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Seat Cushion Pockets Seat Cushion Movement Up And Forward...
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 NOTE: The seat belt buckles are hinged to fold with the seatback. WARNING! • Do not sit in the third row seat unless the cushion and back are properly engaged. Proper engage- ment can be verified by pushing/pulling on the upright seatback.
Page 136: Third Row 60/40 Folding - If Equipped
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Third Row 60/40 Folding — If Equipped Third Row Seat 40% Seatback Fold Third Row Seat...
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Third Row Seat Features Third Row Seat Folded Forward 1 — Seatback Return Strap 2 — Seatback Release Lever...
Page 138: Driver Memory System - If Equipped
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER MEMORY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED Once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seat position, driver’s outside mirror position, adjustable brake, accelerator pedals position, Automatic Tempera- ture Control (ATC) temperature setting and radio station preset settings.
Page 139: Setting Memory Positions And Linking Rke Transmitter To Memory
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Setting Memory Positions and Linking RKE Transmitter to Memory NOTE: Each time the S (SET) button and a numbered button (1 or 2) are pressed, you erase the memory settings for that button and store new settings. 1.
Page 140: Memory Position Recall
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. Press and release the SET button located on the Memory Position Recall driver’s door. NOTE: • The driver’s seat belt must be unbuckled to recall 7. Within five seconds, press and release memory button 1 or 2 on the driver’s door.
Page 141: To Disable A Rke Transmitter Linked To Memory
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the memory To disable another RKE transmitter linked to either buttons on the driver’s door during a recall (S, 1, or 2), or memory position, repeat steps 1-3 for each RKE transmit- pressing any one of the power seat buttons, pressing the ter.
Page 142: Self-Limiting Control
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE and into the vehicle. The seat cushion will move rear- Self-Limiting Control To improve vehicle reliability, the memory system in- ward approximately 2.5 in (60 mm) when the key is cludes a self-limiting control for full travel positioning of removed from the ignition switch.
Page 143: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released: 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. Hood Safety Catch To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.
Page 144: Lights
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Ensure hood prop rod is fully seated into clip before closing hood to prevent damaging the grille. WARNING! If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before driving.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 NOTE: • Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight lenses that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. • Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
Page 146: Interior Lights
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped The headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles Automatic headlights can be activated by rotating the equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center rotary headlight switch to the symbol “A.” The head- (EVIC).
Page 147: Battery Saver
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 down to the OFF detent will cause all the interior lights to go out. This allows the doors to stay open for extended periods of time without discharging the vehicle’s battery. Battery Saver To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, load shedding is provided for both the interior and exterior lights.
Page 148: Illuminated Entry
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: While the engine is running, the system will Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) deactivate the fog lights and heated seats if a low battery The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the system voltage is detected.
Page 149: Fog Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Fog Lights — If Equipped The fog lights will operate only when the parking lights The fog lights are turned on by placing the headlight are on or when the vehicle headlights are on low beam. rotary control in the parking light, headlight or Auto An indicator light located in the instrument cluster will position and pressing the fog light button.
Page 150: Multifunction Lever
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The turn signal indicator located in the instrument cluster Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the will flash indicating the direction of the turn, and proper steering column. operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel. This will momentarily turn on the high beams until the multifunction lever is released. High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch Pull the multifunction lever fully toward the steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low beam.
Page 152: Windshield Wipers And Washers
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Intermittent Wiper System WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The intermittent feature of this system was designed for Windshield Wipers use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the with a variable pause between cycles, desirable.
Page 153: Windshield Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Windshield Washers WARNING! To use the windshield washer, push in on the washer knob on the end of the multifunction lever. The washer Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield pump will continue to operate as long as the knob is held. could lead to an accident.
Page 154: Tilt Steering Column
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT STEERING COLUMN This feature will allow you to raise or lower the steering wheel into a desired position. To tilt the column, pull rearward on the lever below the turn signal control and move the wheel up or down as desired.
Page 155: Driver Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 WARNING! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col- umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve- hicle is stopped.
Page 156: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Move the adjustable pedal switch, located to the left of ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED the steering column near the parking brake release, up to The control buttons for the Electronic Speed Control are move the pedals toward the driver or down to move the located on the steering wheel.
Page 157: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 To Activate Push the ON/OFF button to the ON position. In the instrument cluster, the word “CRUISE” illuminates to indicate that the system is on. NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control has been designed to shut down if multiple speed control buttons (i.e., SET and CANCEL) are operated simultaneously in order to ensure proper operation.
Page 158: To Deactivate
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate To Vary The Speed Setting A soft tap on the brake pedal, normal braking, or pressing When the Electronic Speed Control System is ON, the the CANCEL button will deactivate the speed control speed can be increased by pressing and holding the without erasing the memory.
Page 159: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 To Accelerate For Passing WARNING! Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed.
Page 160: Rear Park Assist Sensors
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Rear Park Assist system can be active only when the Rear Park Assist Warning Display shift lever is in REVERSE. If the Rear Park Assist system The Rear Park Assist Warning Display, located in the is enabled at this shift lever position, the system will be headliner near the flipper glass, provides both visible and active until the vehicle speed is increased to approxi-...
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 When the ignition is turned to the ON position, the The system dimly illuminates the two inner most yellow warning display will turn ON all of its LEDs for approxi- LEDs when it is ON and there are no obstacles being mately one second.
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Rear Park Assist system will MUTE the WARNING! (Continued) radio, if on, when the system is sounding an audio tone. • Before using the Rear Park Assist system, it is strongly recommended that the ball mount and WARNING! hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the ve- •...
Page 163: Enable/Disable The Rear Park Assist System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Enable/Disable The Rear Park Assist System CAUTION! There are times when you may want to disable the Rear • The Rear Park Assist system is only a parking aid Park Assist system, such as when towing a trailer. and it is unable to recognize every obstacle, in- The system can be turned ON or OFF through the cluding small obstacles.
Page 164: Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” appears in the NOTE: Refer to “Setting Display Properties” under Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) after mak- “System Settings” in the Navigation User’s Manual for ing sure the rear bumper is clean, please see your instructions regarding navigation screen brightness ad- authorized dealer.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 5. Slowly backup as necessary. CAUTION! 6. Place the shift lever into PARK or DRIVE to exit the • To avoid vehicle damage, the Rear Camera system Rear Camera system. should only be used as a parking aid. The Rear Camera system is unable to view every obstacle or WARNING! object in your drive path.
Page 166: Overhead Console
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE The overhead console has the following features: • Courtesy Lights • Garage Door Opener — If Equipped Courtesy/Reading Lights There are two reading lights and one courtesy light located near the front of the console. Overhead Console All lights illuminate as courtesy lights when a door is opened, when the dimmer control is rotated to the...
Page 167: Overhead Console With Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 NOTE: The courtesy/reading lights will remain on until The dome/reading lights illuminate when a door is the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have opened or when the interior lights are turned on by been turned off before leaving the vehicle.
Page 168: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Trip Functions Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Pressing the STEP button allows you to scroll through Equipped one of the following Trip Function features: • TRIP – Shows the total distance traveled since the last reset.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 • AVG. MPG – Shows the average fuel economy since determined by a weighted average of fuel economy, the last reset. When the fuel economy is reset, the according to the current fuel tank level. MI TO EMPTY display will show dashes for two seconds.
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM (with a single chime) System Status (EVIC Displays) When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays • SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM the following messages: • COOLANT LOW • TURN SIGNALS ON (with a continuous warning •...
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Unless reset, this message will continue to display each Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN Features) position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall release the MENU button.
Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “AUTO DOOR LOCK > ON” – When ON is selected, • “RKE UNLOCK ALL DR 1ST” – When All ALL DR all doors will lock automatically when the vehicle 1ST is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 • “FLASH LAMPS W/LOCK >ON” – When ON is • HEADLAMPS W/WIPERS > ON – When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when selected, the headlamps will automatically turn on the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE Trans- when the wiper switch is activated.
Page 174: Compass/Temperature Button
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “ILLUMINATED APRCH > OFF” – When this feature • “COMPASS CALIBRATE > YES” – Press the RESET is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on button to manually calibrate the compass. Refer to for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with Manual Compass Calibration in this section.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 360° turns at speeds less than 5 mph (8 km/h) (in an area 4. Press and release the RESET button to start the free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” calibration.
Page 176: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from 2. Press the MENU button until “Personal the overhead console. This is where the compass sensor is Settings” is displayed. located. 3. Press the STEP button until “Compass Variance” is displayed.
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 The HomeLink buttons are located in the overhead WARNING! console, and contain one, two, or three dots/lines desig- nating the different HomeLink channels. Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate.
Page 178: Programming Homelink
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE It is recommended that a new battery be placed in the WARNING! hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for more efficient training and accurate Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- transmission of the radio-frequency signal.
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Then release both the HomeLink and hand-held trans- NOTE: After training a HomeLink channel, if the mitter buttons. garage door does not operate with HomeLink and the garage door opener was manufactured after 1995, the If the EVIC display states “DID NOT TRAIN”...
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the “Learn” button has been pressed. 7. Return to the vehicle and press the programmed HomeLink button twice (holding the button for two seconds each time).
Page 181: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Gate Operator/Canadian Programming has successfully accepted the frequency signal. The Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- EVIC display will change from “CHANNEL # TRAIN- nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of ING”...
Page 182: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow these steps: Troubleshooting Tips 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here are some of the most common solutions: 2.
Page 183: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The power sunroof control is located between the sun Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following visors on the overhead console.
Page 184: Express Open Feature
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open • The sunroof will continue to operate for 10 minutes condition until the switch is pushed forward again. To after the ignition is turned OFF or until the driver’s close fully, hold the switch in the forward position until door is opened.
Page 185: Wind Buffeting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows WARNING! together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown minimize the buffeting, or open any window.
Page 186: Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off (Battery Fed Configuration)
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE pops out automatically when ready for use. To preserve Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OFF (Battery the heating element, do not hold the lighter in the Fed Configuration) heating position. CAUTION! There are two additional 12 Volt (20 total Amps for both •...
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 pedal. A fuse puller is attached to the inside surface of the CAUTION! (Continued) fuse panel cover to aid in removing fuses, if necessary. • After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the...
Page 188: 115 Volt Inverter Outlet - If Equipped
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This outlet can power cell phones, electronics and other 115 Volt Inverter Outlet — If Equipped This vehicle may also be equipped with a 115 Volt (150 low power devices and is controlled by a switch located Watts Maximum) outlet on the rear of the front center in left lower instrument panel.
Page 189: Floor Console
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 NOTE: FLOOR CONSOLE • When the inverter switch is pressed, there will be a Floor Console Features delay of approximately one second before the inverter The floor console between the driver’s and front passen- status indicator turns on.
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • 115 V Inverter Plug Cupholders Your vehicle has eight cupholders. four are located in the • RCA Jacks center console, two are located in the second row armrest, The coin slots are located under the instrument panel and two are located in the left-hand quarter panel for the center stack.
Page 191: Rear Floor Console Features - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 • Tissue holder and pen holder To use the power outlet, plug in the portable power recharge cord and place the cord along the opening • Second row heated seat switches (if equipped). under the forward portion of the storage bin.
Page 192: Cargo Area Features - If Equipped
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open the side cover, pull on the cover latch, and attach CARGO AREA FEATURES — IF EQUIPPED The cargo management system consists of a removable the cord to the upper cargo net hook. cargo liner and removable cargo organizer.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 To open the cargo divider, lift up on the cargo divider To remove the cargo management system from the ve- handles, raising the doors to the full open position. Raise hicle, pull the right-hand side of the organizer toward the side panels until they engage into the doors.
Page 194: Rear Window Features
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For vehicles equipped with Automatic Climate Controls REAR WINDOW FEATURES (ATC) the controls can be found on the lower right corner. Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear window controls are located on the climate control panel.For vehicles equipped with manual climate controls the controls are located on the upper left corner.
Page 195: Rear Window Defrosting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 A rotating switch located on the climate control time-out. The defroster will automatically turn off after panel turns the rear wiper ON or OFF. Pressing the 15 minutes. For an additional 10 minutes of operation, rotating switch inward activates the rear window push the button a second time.
Page 196: Factory Installed Roof Luggage Rack
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The load carried on the roof when equipped with a FACTORY INSTALLED ROOF LUGGAGE RACK A factory installed luggage rack is located on the vehicles luggage rack must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should roof.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 CAUTION! WARNING! To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do not Cargo must be securely tied down before driving exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity. Always your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the distribute heavy loads as evenly as possible and vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per- secure the load appropriately.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instruments And Controls ....201 Operating Instructions — Hands-Free Communication (UConnect ) — Instrument Cluster ....202 If Equipped .
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL List Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Operation Instructions - CD Mode For CD Play) ......232 And MP3 Audio Play .
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 System Activation ....262 Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped......268 Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID) .
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — Rear Rotary Temperature Control ..281 If Equipped ......275 Front Unit To Rear Unit Chart .
Page 203: Instruments And Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 1 — Headlight Switch 7 — Radio 13 — Transfer Case Switch* 2 — Air Outlets 8 — Climate Control 14 — Speed Control Switches 3 — Demister Outlets 9 — Rear Washer / Wiper 15 —...
Page 204: Instrument Cluster
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Instrument Cluster...
Page 205: Instrument Cluster Description
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION The gauge pointer will remain near its last reading when the engine is turned off. It will return to a true reading 1. Fuel Gauge when the engine is restarted. The fuel gauge shows level of fuel in the tank when ignition switch is in the ON position.
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. High Beam Indicator CAUTION! Indicates that headlights are on high beam. Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature light is on, 6. Seat Belt Reminder Light safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle This light comes on for several seconds after the in neutral with the air conditioner turned off until ignition is turned ON as a reminder to “buckle...
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 8. Speedometer The security light will also come on for about three The speedometer shows the speed of the vehicle. seconds when the ignition is first turned on. 9. Charging System Light 11. Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg- This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System ing system.
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the voltage is above this value again, the malfunc- 14. Shift Lever Indicator tion indicator light should go out and the ABS is opera- The shift lever indicator is self-contained within the tional. If the malfunction indicator light stays illumi- instrument cluster.
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 Vehicle Warning Messages Change Oil Message For non-Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change equipped vehicles, when the appropriate conditions ex- indicator system. The “Change Oil” message will flash in ist, messages such as “door ajar”...
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three 17. Fog Light Indicator times within 10 seconds. This light shows when the fog lights are ON. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position. 18. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you The yellow Electronic Stability Program (ESP) start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not...
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 button has been pressed or ESP is only partially available is running, immediate service is required and you may caused by lack of engine management or brake thermal experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle model. or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing.
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock Brake If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Program (ESP) sys- sary. tem. In this case, the light will remain on until the WARNING! condition has been corrected.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected several miles at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), by an authorized dealer.
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the MIL comes on and remains on while driving, it 24. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light suggests a potential engine control problem and the need Each tire, including the spare (if provided), for system service. See an authorized dealer as soon as should be checked monthly when cold and possible.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect approximately one minute and then remain continuously the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to...
Page 216: Svc 4Wd Indicator
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the light stays on or comes on while driving, have the CAUTION! airbag system checked by an authorized dealer. The TPMS has been optimized for the original 26. 4WD Indicator equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and The 4WD indicator light illuminates when the transfer warning have been established for the tire size case is in 4WD position.
Page 217: Electronic Digital Clock
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 29. TOW/HAUL When the ignition switch is in the OFF position, or when The TOW/HAUL button is located at the end of the shift the radio frequency is being displayed, timekeeping is lever. This light will illuminate when the TOW/HAUL accurately maintained.
Page 218: Am/Fm/Cd/Dvd Multimedia System Radio (Rer/Ren) - If Equipped
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. To exit, press any button/knob, or wait approximately Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition five seconds. System (VR) — If Equipped For the radio, refer to “Voice Recognition System (VR)” in AM/FM/CD/DVD MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM RADIO Section 3.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 To Manually Set the Clock — RER/REN Changing Daylight Savings Time When selected, this feature will display the time of day in 1. Turn on the multimedia system. daylight savings time. Proceed as follows to change the 2.
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Show Time if Radio is Off Changing the Time Zone When selected, this feature will display the time of day 1. Turn on the multimedia system. on the touch screen when the multimedia system is turned off.
Page 221: Sales Code Req - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And 6-Disc Cd/Dvd Changer (Mp3/Wma Aux Jack)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 SALES CODE REQ — AM/FM STEREO RADIO Operating Instructions - Radio Mode AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC JACK) position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of your radio faceplate.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch UConnect”...
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 Clock Setting Procedure INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text 2.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the MUSIC TYPE Button mid-range tones.
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 16-Digit Character 16-Digit Character Program Type Program Type Display Display Classic Rock Cls Rock Soft Soft College College Soft Rock Soft Rck Country Country Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R & B Foreign Language Language Sports Sports Information...
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Subtitle – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will switch SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between subtitles to different subtitle languages that are the following items: available on the disc (if equipped). •...
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 • VES™ Lock - Locks out rear VES™ remote controls (if Menu Language — If Equipped equipped). Selecting this item will allow the user to choose the default startup DVD menu language (effective only if •...
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Subtitle Language — If Equipped AutoPlay — If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose a default subtitle When this is set to On and a DVD video is inserted, it will language (effective only if the language is supported by bypass the DVD menu screen and automatically play the the disc).
Page 229: Operation Instructions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 and press and release that button. If a button is not Buttons 1 - 6 selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you ton, the station will continue to play but will not be commit to pushbutton memory {12 AM, 12 FM, and 12 stored into pushbutton memory.
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc CAUTION! is loading and “READING DISC” when the radio is reading the disc. The radio may shut down during extremely hot conditions. When this occurs, the radio will indicate CAUTION! “Disc Hot”...
Page 231: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. RW/FF (CD MODE) Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will SEEK Button (CD MODE) begin to fast forward until FF is released, or RW or Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the another CD button is pressed.
Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3/ When reading discs recorded using formats other than WMA files).
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 When using the MP3/WMA encoder to compress audio ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album title data to an MP3/WMA file, the bit rate and sampling are supported for ID3 version 1 tags. ID3 version 2 is not frequencies in the following table are supported.
Page 234: List Button
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Number of files and folders - Loading times will INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) increase with more files and folders Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll through the following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended Name, and Folder Name (if available).
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil- TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) iary device if the AUX jack is connected. Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day will NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the display for five seconds.
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone Macrovision This product incorporates copyright protection technol- (UConnect ) (If Equipped) Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect )” in ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec- Section 3. tual property rights.
Page 237: Sales Code Res - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIO Operating Instructions - Radio Mode WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right position to operate the radio.
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side Tune/Scroll will remain tuned to the new station until you make control knob. Press the Tune/Scroll control knob to save another selection.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 TUNE Control Push the rotary Tune/Scroll control knob a fourth time Turn the rotary Tune/Scroll control knob clockwise to and BALANCE will display. Turn the Tune/Scroll control increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers.
Page 240: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL window. Select the button (1 to 6) you wish to lock onto Buttons 1 - 6 this station and press and release that button. If a button These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you is not selected within five seconds after pressing the commit to pushbutton memory (12 AM and 12 FM SET/RND button, the station will continue to play but...
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 Inserting Compact Disc(s) CAUTION! Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into the CD player and the CD icon will illuminate on the only.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press the RW button to stop the CD at the beginning of the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 243: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 Press the RND button a second time to stop Random The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Play. • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 Notes On Playing MP3 Files • Maximum number of files: 255 The radio can play MP3 files;...
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 files Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files).
Page 245: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 Playback of MP3 Files Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s...
Page 246: Sales Code Res/Rsc - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack) And Sirius Radio
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (UConnect ) (If Equipped) Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect )” in Section 3. Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode (If Equipped) Refer to “Satellite Radio” in this section. Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VES)™...
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Voice Recognition System (Radio) — If Equipped Push the On/Volume control knob to turn on the radio. Refer to “Voice Recognition System (VR)” in Section 3. Push the On/Volume control knob a second time to turn Voice Recognition Button (UConnect Hands-Free off the radio.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side Tune/Scroll available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With control knob. Press the Tune/Scroll control knob to save UConnect”...
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 RW/FF Push the rotary Tune/Scroll control knob a third time and Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons TREBLE will display. Turn the Tune/Scroll control knob causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the to the right or left to increase or decrease the treble tones.
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MUSIC TYPE Button 16-Digit Character Program Type Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type Display mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button Foreign Language Language or turning the Tune/Scroll control knob within five Information Inform seconds will allow the program format type to be se-...
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 • Set Clock — Pressing the SELECT button will allow 16-Digit Character Program Type you to set the clock. Turn the Tune/Scroll control knob Display to adjust the hours and then press and turn the Sports Sports Tune/Scroll control knob to adjust the minutes.
Page 252: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second station to each pushbutton by Operation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press MP3 Audio Play the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC display window.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. begin to play when you insert the disc.
Page 254: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in Press this button while the CD is playing to activate CD, MP3 modes. Random Play.
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. display.) When reading discs recorded using formats other than •...
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- Specification Frequency (kHz) sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 320, 256, 224, extension may cause playback problems.
Page 257: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 Playback of MP3 Files LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium on the disc.
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) to return to elapsed time display. Press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when ignition is Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode OFF).
Page 259: Universal Consumer Interface (Uci) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) — IF use the separate 16–pin connector port (in the glove EQUIPPED compartment on some vehicles). • Connecting an iPod to the AUX port located in the NOTE: This section is for sales code RES and REQ/ REL/RET radios only with UConnect .
Page 260: Using This Feature
258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If the iPod battery is completely discharged, it may Once in the UCI (iPod ) mode, iPod audio tracks (if not communicate with the UCI system until a mini- available from iPod ) start playing over the vehicle’s mum charge is attained.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 • Jump backward in the current track by pressing and • While a track is playing, press the INFO button to see holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW the associated metadata (Artist, track title, album, etc.) button long enough will take you to the beginning for that track.
Page 262: List Or Browse Mode
260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • During all List modes, the iPod displays all lists in Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod . If the RND icon is showing on the radio display, then the shuffle mode is “wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the bottom of the list just turn the wheel backwards (counter-clockwise) to get to the track faster.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 • To Exit List mode without selecting a track, press the CAUTION! same PRESET button again to go back to Play • Leaving the iPod (or any supported device) any- mode. where in the vehicle in extreme heat or cold can •...
Page 264: Satellite Radio - If Equipped (Ren/Req/Rer/Res/Reu Radios Only)
262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL number 888-539-7474, or visit the Sirius web site at SATELLITE RADIO — IF EQUIPPED www.sirius.com, or at www.siriuscanada.ca for Cana- (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU RADIOS ONLY) Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- dian residents. ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification coast.
Page 265: Selecting Satellite Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number Selecting Satellite Mode display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on Press the SAT button until SAT appears in the display. A the radio to exit this screen. CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio mode.
Page 266: Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode
264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the SCAN Button (When Equipped) form of short audio mutes. Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for the next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con- •...
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 RW/FF By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the channel with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SETUP Button You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press following items: the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window.
Page 269: Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If Equipped)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If NOTE: SIRIUS service is not available in Hawaii and Equipped) has limited coverage in Alaska. Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect )” in Refer to your Video Entertainment System (VES)™, RER Section 3.
Page 270: Remote Sound System Controls - If Equipped
268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF button in the center. Pressing the top of the switch will EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the surface of the steering wheel.
Page 271: Cd Player
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 The button located in the center of the left hand control CD/DVD MAINTENANCE will tune to the next pre-set station that you have To keep the CD/DVD in good condition, take the follow- programmed in the radio pre-set push-buttons. ing precautions: CD Player 1.
Page 272: Radio Operation And Cellular Phones
270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- CLIMATE CONTROLS lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e. scratched, reflective Manual Control coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have theft protection encoding. Try a known good disc before considering disc player service.
Page 273: Air Conditioning Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 Air Conditioning Operation engine speed or power may be noticed when the com- To turn the air conditioning ON or OFF, perform pressor cycles. This is a normal occurrence since the the following steps: compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and improve fuel economy.
Page 274: Front Mode Control
272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Recirculation Mode (Panel or Bi-Level) Front Mode Control The mode control allows you to Select either the Panel or Bi-Level choose from several patterns of air mode positions when the outside air distribution. contains smoke, odors, high humidity, or if rapid cooling of the interior is desired.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 NOTE: There is a difference in temperature between the NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmer both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes, even if air goes to the floor outlets.
Page 276: Rear Temperature Control - If Equipped
274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Temperature Control — If Equipped Rotating this knob left to the REAR CONTROL position al- lows the passengers in the second and third row seats to control the blower speed and temperature by means of the rear control located in the rear of the center floor console as described under “Rear Zone...
Page 277: Rear Window Defrosting And Rear Window
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 front control will give you air from the outlets in the headliner in the rear. Floor mode in the front will give you air from the floor outlets in the rear. Rear Window Defrosting and Rear Window Washer/Wiper See the “Rear Window Features”...
Page 278: Level Of Automatic Control
276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL displayed. The ATC system uses an infrared sensor hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts the tem- located in the overhead console to measure the tem- perature, mode and fan speed to provide comfort as perature of the driver and passengers. Based on the quickly as possible.
Page 279: Manual Control (Atc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 Manual Control (ATC) you press the AUTO button and no snowflake is shown. You may also choose to customize your comfort by A snowflake indicates that the A/C system is enabled. selecting the fan speed and mode manually. Turning the The snowflake will not be displayed in AUTO mode even fan speed knob or any mode button places the system though the A/C system is enabled.
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual control of recirculation is possible only in Panel, Floor, and Bi-Level modes. It will not operate in Mix, or Outside air flows in equal proportions through the Defrost modes. The recirculation symbol will flash three floor and defroster outlets.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 Rear Temperature Control (ATC) NOTE: The front display will show “CONTROL IN The REAR button cycles through the following modes: REAR.” Rear Control From Front REAR OFF This allows the driver or passenger to control the rear This turns the rear system off.
Page 282: Rear Zone Climate Control - If Equipped
280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Window Defrosting and Rear Window Headliner air comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to Washer/Wiper Refer to “Rear Window Features” in Section 4. direct the flow of air. Moving the air vane knobs on the outlets to one side will shut off the airflow.
Page 283: Rear Rotary Temperature Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 The rear compartment control uses two rotary knobs: one Rear Rotary Temperature Control for the temperature control and the other for the fan The second row seat occupants have control of the rear speed control. The mode for the rear air conditioning and temperature only when the front control unit is in the heating system is always controlled by the front control REAR CONTROL position.
Page 284: Front Unit To Rear Unit Chart
282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: For best operation, make sure that ventilation Front Unit to Rear Unit Chart grilles located in the rear storage area are not obstructed If the Front Control is Rear Airflow will come by stowed articles. selected from Panel...
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 and adjust the temperature control and blower speed as Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a necessary to maintain comfort. For high humidity condi- non-filming cleaning solution (vinegar and water works tions, it may be necessary to remain in the Recirculation very well) will help prevent contaminants (cigarette mode to maintain comfort.
Page 286: Operating Tips Chart
284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips Chart...
Page 287 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....289 Four-Wheel Drive Operation ... . . 298 Normal Starting .
Page 288 286 STARTING AND OPERATING Flowing/Rising Water ....305 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ..316 Shallow Standing Water ....305 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) .
Page 289 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped ..332 Base System – If Equipped ... . . 343 Limited-Use Spare — If Equipped ..333 Premium System –...
Page 290 288 STARTING AND OPERATING E-85 General Information ....354 Loading ......362 Ethanol Fuel (E-85) .
Page 291: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 289 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Be sure to turn off the engine and remove the key inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if from the ignition switch if you want to rest or present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat sleep in your car.
Page 292: Extremely Cold Weather (Below 20°F Or 29°C)
290 STARTING AND OPERATING Tip Start Feature If Engine Fails To Start Do not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition switch to WARNING! the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run, and it •...
Page 293: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 If the engine fails to start after you have followed the WARNING! (Continued) “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get dures, it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel, push it started.
Page 294: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped
292 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER – IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The engine block heater warms the engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. to a standard 110-115 volt AC electrical outlet with a Damage to the 110-115 volt electrical cord could cause grounded, three wire extension cord.
Page 295: Brake/Transmission Interlock System
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 Brake/Transmission Interlock System CAUTION! (Continued) This system prevents you from moving the shift lever out • Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL of PARK and into any gear unless the brake pedal is into any forward gear when the engine is above pressed.
Page 296 294 STARTING AND OPERATING PARK WARNING! This gear supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or Never use PARK while the vehicle is in motion. Apply NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range.
Page 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 NOTE: Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any 1 (First) other reason with the shift lever in NEUTRAL can result For driving up very steep hills and for engine braking at in severe transmission damage. Refer to “Recreational low speeds (25 mph {40 km/h} or less) when going Towing”...
Page 298 296 STARTING AND OPERATING • the TOW/HAUL switch has not been activated; The transmission will downshift from OVERDRIVE to DRIVE if the accelerator pedal is fully depressed at • transmission reached normal operating vehicle speeds above approximately 35 mph (56 km/h). temperature.
Page 299 STARTING AND OPERATING 297 Torque Converter Clutch A feature designed to improve fuel economy is included in all automatic transmissions. A clutch within the torque converter engages automatically at a calibrated speed at light throttle. It engages at higher speeds under heavier acceleration.
Page 300: Four-Wheel Drive Operation
298 STARTING AND OPERATING is sufficiently warm, will demonstrate that the transmis- FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION sion is able to shift into, and out of, Overdrive. For NV 140 Transfer Case Operating vehicles with 4.7L or 5.7L engines (which have two Information/Precautions –...
Page 301: Nv 244 Generation Ii Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 NV 244 Generation II Transfer Case Operating roads. This feature provides the safety, security, and Information/Precautions – If Equipped convenience of operating in all-wheel drive at all times The NV 244 Generation II is an electric-shift transfer case regardless of road conditions.
Page 302 300 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is to be WARNING! used for recreational towing only. Refer to “Recreational Towing” in this section for specific procedures on shifting Always engage the parking brake when powering into and out of NEUTRAL. down the vehicle if the SVC 4WD Warning Light”...
Page 303 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the engine WARNING! speed is approximately three times that of the 4WD or 4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed. Take care You or others could be injured if you leave the not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the (40 km/h).
Page 304: Shifting Procedure - Nv 244 Generation Ii Transfer Case
302 STARTING AND OPERATING 4WD LOCK Shifting Procedure - NV 244 Generation II This range locks the transfer case inter-axle differential, Transfer Case forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional traction for loose, slippery road sur- faces only.
Page 305 STARTING AND OPERATING 303 wheels to complete the shift. There may be a delay up to 3. While still rolling, rotate the transfer case control 13 seconds for the shift to complete after the wheels have switch to the desired position. stopped spinning.
Page 306: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
304 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If any of the requirements to select a new 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become transfer case position have not been met, the transfer case visible. will not shift. The indicator light will flash and the 4.
Page 307: Starting And Operating 305
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 Flowing/Rising Water CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water WARNING! before driving through it. Never drive through Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path where standing water that is deeper than the bottom of water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 308 306 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 309: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability Continued operation with reduced power steering in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. steering capability if power assist is lost.
Page 310: Power Steering Fluid Check
308 STARTING AND OPERATING surfaces. For correct fluid type, refer to ”Power Steering Power Steering Fluid Check Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined Reservoir” under “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine service interval is not required. The fluid should only be Parts”...
Page 311 STARTING AND OPERATING 309 NOTE: The instrument cluster brake warning light indicates only that the parking brake is applied. You must be sure the parking brake is fully applied before leaving the vehicle. When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade.
Page 312: Anti-Lock Brake System
310 STARTING AND OPERATING All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and WARNING! (Continued) type, and tires must be properly inflated, to produce • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged accurate signals for the computer. before driving, failure to do so can lead to brake failure and an accident.
Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their those resulting from excessive speed in turns, effectiveness and may lead to an accident. Pumping following another vehicle too closely, or hydro- makes the stopping distance longer.
Page 314 312 STARTING AND OPERATING • Engines may idle at higher speeds during warm-up, NOTE: During severe braking conditions, a pulsing sensation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard. which could cause rear wheels to spin and result in This is normal, indicating that the ABS is functioning.
Page 315: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic • ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics brake control system that includes Anti-Lock Brake Sys- tem (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Brake Assist from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase System (BAS), Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM), Elec- braking or steering efficiency beyond that af-...
Page 316: Traction Control System (Tcs)
314 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) Brake Assist System (BAS) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability.
Page 317: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 applies optimum pressure to the brakes in emergency WARNING! (Continued) braking conditions. This can help reduce braking dis- • The BAS cannot prevent accidents, including tances. The BAS complements the ABS. Applying the those resulting from excessive speed in turns, brakes very quickly results in the best BAS assistance.
Page 318: Electronic Stability Program (Esp)
316 STARTING AND OPERATING lessen the chance that wheel lift will occur. ERM will only WARNING! (Continued) intervene during very severe or evasive driving maneu- • The capabilities of an ERM-equipped vehicle vers. must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous ERM can only reduce the chance of wheel lift occurring manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety during severe or evasive driving maneuvers.
Page 319 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 the intended path, ESP applies the brake of the appropri- WARNING! ate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or • ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physics understeer condition. from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the •...
Page 320 318 STARTING AND OPERATING 4WD/4WD LOCK or 2WD Models conditions and more wheel spin than ESP would nor- mally allow is required to gain traction. Trailer Sway Control (TSC) is not available when the system is in the This is the normal operating mode for ESP in 4WD LOCK Partial Off mode.
Page 321 STARTING AND OPERATING 319 mode is overcome, turn ESP on by momentarily depress- The ABS is in a special Off Road mode that allows wheels ing the ESP Control Switch. This may be done with the to lock at lower speeds if gravel is detected to shorten vehicle in motion.
Page 322: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
320 STARTING AND OPERATING the engine running. If the ESP/BAS Warning Light comes Trailer Sway Control (TSC) TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize a swaying on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction trailer and will take the appropriate actions to attempt to has been detected in either the ESP or BAS system, or stop the sway.
Page 323: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 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 324 322 STARTING AND OPERATING • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- standards, and it begins with the tire diameter molded tion.
Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 323 EXAMPLE: 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) 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 326: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
324 STARTING AND OPERATING Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall Tire Identification Number (TIN) tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 327: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 325 Tire Loading and Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: Tire Placard Location 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed 2) total weight your vehicle can carry on either the face of the driver’s door or the driver’s side 3) tire size designed for your vehicle...
Page 328 326 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. axles must not be exceeded. For further information on 3.
Page 329 STARTING AND OPERATING 327 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your and number and size of occupants. This table is for trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for manual to determine how this reduces the available the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle.
Page 330 328 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 331: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause accidents. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 332: Tire Inflation Pressures
330 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed either on • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- the face of the driver’s door or on the driver’s side “B” hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to pillar.
Page 333 STARTING AND OPERATING 331 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 334: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
332 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 335: Limited-Use Spare - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 vehicle only. Since this tire has limited tread life, the DO NOT install more than one compact spare tire/wheel original tire should be repaired (or replaced) and rein- on the vehicle at any given time. stalled at the first opportunity. CAUTION! WARNING! Because of the reduced ground clearance, DO NOT...
Page 336: Tire Spinning
334 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! The limited-use spare tires are for emergency use Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- only. Installation of this limited-use spare tire affects ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- vehicle handling. With this tire, DO NOT drive more age or failure.
Page 337: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point. Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven WARNING! 1 —...
Page 338: Replacement Tires
336 STARTING AND OPERATING Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little WARNING! exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil, grease, and gasoline. DO NOT use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle.
Page 339: Alignment And Balance
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Alignment And Balance WARNING! Poor suspension alignment may result in: • NEVER use a tire with a smaller load index or • Fast tire wear. capacity, other than what was originally equipped • Uneven tire wear, such as feathering and one-sided on your vehicle.
Page 340: Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - If Equipped
338 STARTING AND OPERATING SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE INFORMATION CAUTION! (Continued) — IF EQUIPPED • Because of limited chain clearance between tires A light load vehicle condition is defined as two passen- and other suspension components, it is important gers [150 lbs (68 kg) each] plus 200 lbs (91 kg) of cargo. that only chains in good condition are used.
Page 341: Snow Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! • Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructions Do not use tire chains on 4x4 trucks equipped with on method of installation, operating speed, and tires other than P245/70R17 tires. There may not be conditions for usage.
Page 342: Tire Rotation Recommendations
340 STARTING AND OPERATING While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be checked before using these tire types. TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving,...
Page 343: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warn pressure falls below the low pressure warning threshold the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle for any reason, including low temperature effects, or recommended cold placard pressure (the placard is lo- natural pressure loss through the tire.
Page 344: 342 Starting And Operating
342 STARTING AND OPERATING For example, your vehicle has a recommended cold CAUTION! (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure of 33 psi (227 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) The TPMS has been optimized for the original and the measured tire pressure is 28 psi (193 kPa), a equipment tires and wheels.
Page 345: Base System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 343 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire the tire.
Page 346 344 STARTING AND OPERATING The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp will fault condition no longer exists. A system fault can occur illuminate in the instrument cluster, and an au- by any of the following scenarios: 1) Jamming due to dible chime will be activated when one or more of electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the the four active road tire pressures are low.
Page 347: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 limit, upon the next ignition key cycle a chime will sound Premium System – If Equipped and the TPM Telltale Lamp will still turn ON due to the The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless low tire.
Page 348 346 STARTING AND OPERATING • Various TPMS messages, which display in the Elec- extinguish once the updated tire pressure(s) have been tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), and a received. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 10 graphic displaying tire pressures.
Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 will be displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can sound and the TPM Telltale Light will still turn ON. In occur by any of the following scenarios: 1) Jamming due addition, the graphic in the EVIC will still display a to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting flashing pressure value.
Page 350: General Information
348 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the full size spare tire, following licenses: the TPMS will update automatically.
Page 351: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 The 5.7L engine is designed to meet all Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and emissions regulations and provide satisfac- endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- tory fuel economy and performance when wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties using high quality unleaded gasoline hav- necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, ing an octane range of 87 to 89.
Page 352: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
350 STARTING AND OPERATING Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE and ETBE. Oxygen- ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol ates are required in some areas of the country during the content may void the vehicle’s warranty.
Page 353: Mmt In Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 • disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the allowed in the United States. MMT is prohibited in engine controller memory Federal and California reformulated gasoline. More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged Materials Added To Fuel exposure to E-85 fuel.
Page 354 352 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition • The use of fuel additives which are now being malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to sold as octane enhancers is not recommended. overheat.
Page 355: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 353 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 356: Flexible Fuel (4.7L Engine Only) - If Equipped
354 STARTING AND OPERATING FLEXIBLE FUEL (4.7L ENGINE ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED E-85 General Information The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel ve- hicles only. These vehicles can be identified by the unique yellow fuel filler cap (gas cap) that shows E85 / Gasoline. This section only covers those subjects that are unique to these vehicles.
Page 357: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
STARTING AND OPERATING 355 WARNING! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury. Never have any smok- ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov- ing the fuel filler tube cap (gas cap) or filling the tank.
Page 358: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
356 STARTING AND OPERATING When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) and Gasoline Vehicles • you do not add less than 5 gal (19 L) when refueling FFV vehicles operated on E-85 require specially formu- •...
Page 359: Cruising Range
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 CAUTION! CAUTION! Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in your Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol vehicle. It will cause difficulty in cold starting and compatible components can damage your vehicle. may affect drivability. ADDING FUEL Cruising Range Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
Page 360 358 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the CAUTION! fuel tank is full. Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys- WARNING! tem could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let •...
Page 361: Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 NOTE: Tighten the gas cap about 1/4 turn until you Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Message hear one click. This is an indication that cap is properly After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can tightened.
Page 362: Vehicle Loading
360 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys- tem could result from using an improper fuel tank filler cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the fuel system. VEHICLE LOADING Certification Label As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration Regulations, your vehicle has a certification...
Page 363 STARTING AND OPERATING 361 hour of manufacture. The bar code that appears on the Each axle GAWR is determined by the component in the bottom of the label is your Vehicle Identification Number system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, (VIN).
Page 364: Curb Weight
362 STARTING AND OPERATING Inflation Pressure (Cold) The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commer- This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for cial scale to ensure that the GVWR has not been ex- all loading conditions up to full GAWR. ceeded.
Page 365: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 363 Common Towing Definitions WARNING! The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR. If you do, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
Page 366 364 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) Trailer Tongue Weight (TW) The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle The TW is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball and trailer when weighed in combination. (Note that by the trailer.
Page 367 STARTING AND OPERATING 365 Weight-Distributing Hitch WARNING! A weight-distributing hitch works by applying leverage through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for An improperly adjusted weight-distributing hitch heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to the may reduce handling, stability, and braking perfor- tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s).
Page 368 366 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE — Without Weight-Distributing Hitch EXAMPLE — With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct) (Incorrect)
Page 369: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 Trailer Hitch Classification The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to the standard equipment. Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional Trailer Tow Prep Package.
Page 370: Trailer Towing Weights
Class II - Medium 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) Duty • http:// www.dodge.com/towing Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2268 kg) • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada) Class IV - Extra 10,000 lbs (4540 kg) Heavy Duty Trailer and Tongue Weight Fifth Wheel/...
Page 371: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch. put in or on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers. NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle.
Page 372 370 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer • Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (805 and will not shift during travel. When trailering km) of vehicle operation. Doing so may damage cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts your vehicle.
Page 373 STARTING AND OPERATING 371 • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow (This requirement may limit the ability to always vehicle.
Page 374 372 STARTING AND OPERATING − When replacing tires, refer to “Replacement Tires” CAUTION! under “Tires–General Information” in Section 5. Re- placing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) not increase the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limits. loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity.
Page 375 STARTING AND OPERATING 373 Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights and Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a 4 and 7-pin wiring harness.
Page 376: Towing Tips
374 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How- ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the TOW/HAUL feature should be selected.
Page 377 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 NOTE: Check the automatic transmission fluid level Towing Tips — Cooling System before towing. To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- heating, take the following actions: Towing Tips — Tow/Haul (If Equipped) To reduce potential for automatic transmission overheat- −...
Page 378: Snowplow
376 STARTING AND OPERATING SNOWPLOW RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND Snow plows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment MOTORHOME, ETC.) should not be added to the front end of your vehicle. The 2WD Models airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the Recreational towing of 2WD models is not allowable.
Page 379 STARTING AND OPERATING 377 NOTE: The NV 244 Generation II transfer case must be WARNING! shifted into NEUTRAL for recreational towing. The NEU- TRAL selection button is located on the lower left-hand You or others could be injured if you leave the corner of the 4WD Control Switch.
Page 380 378 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Turn the ignition key to the ON position without 12. Turn ignition key to the unlocked OFF position. starting the engine. 13. Shift the transmission into PARK. 4. Depress brake pedal. 14. Attach vehicle to tow vehicle with tow bar. 5.
Page 381 STARTING AND OPERATING 379 6. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, CAUTION! depress the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL button for one second. Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- mission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case in 7.
Page 382 380 STARTING AND OPERATING If any of these requirements are not met prior to depress- CAUTION! ing the NEUTRAL button or are no longer met during the • Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar one second time, then all of the position indicator lights will flash continuously until all requirements are met or on your vehicle.
Page 383: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....382 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ....393 Jacking Instructions .
Page 384: Hazard Warning Flasher
382 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES To operate the hazard warning flashers press the switch HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The hazard warning flasher switch is located on the top and all front and rear directional signals will flash of the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. intermittently.
Page 385: Jacking Instructions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 383 JACKING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack.
Page 386: Removing The Spare Tire
384 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Remove the rubber plug from the floor in the cargo Removing The Spare Tire The spare tire on your vehicle is located underneath the area. vehicle in the rear. Spare Tire Winch Spare Tire Location 2.
Page 387: Tire Changing Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 385 3. Turn the wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare Tire Changing Procedure tire. Continue to turn the wrench until the spare tire can WARNING! be pulled out from under the vehicle. It is recommended that you stow the flat tire or spare to Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous.
Page 388 386 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Block both the front and rear of the Preparations Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or wheel diagonally opposite the jack- slippery areas. Set the parking brake and place the shift ing position.
Page 389 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 387 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to • Only use the jack in the positions indicated and help prevent personal injury or damage to your for lifting this vehicle during a tire change.
Page 390 388 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. When changing a front wheel, place the jack under the When changing a rear wheel, assemble the jack drive frame rail behind the wheel. Locate the jack as far tube to the jack and connect the drive tube to the forward as possible on the straight part of the frame extension tube.
Page 391 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389 WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle unstable and cause an accident. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 5.
Page 392 390 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to hard stop could injure someone in the vehicle. Al- help prevent personal injury or damage to your ways stow the jack, tools and the extra tire and wheel vehicle: •...
Page 393: Jump-Starting Procedures
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 391 JUMP–STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely WARNING! careful of motor traffic. • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not • To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin or cloth- securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the ing.
Page 394 392 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the indicator is dark or shows a green dot, proceed as WARNING! follows: Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this 1. Wear eye protection and remove all metal jewelry such could establish a ground connection and personal as watch bands or bracelets which might make an injury could result.
Page 395: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 393 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! During cold weather when temperatures are below Any procedure other than above could result in: freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery • Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery vent;...
Page 396: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
394 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES The least amount of accelerator pedal pressure to main- WARNING! tain the rocking motion without spinning the wheels or • Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck racing the engine is most effective. Allow the engine to idle with the shift lever in NEUTRAL for at least one vehicle.
Page 397: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 395 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent Provided that the transmission is operable, tow with the damage to your vehicle. Use of safety chains is recom- transmission in NEUTRAL and the ignition key in the mended.
Page 399: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment – 3.7L ... . . 399 Maintenance Procedures ....405 Engine Compartment –...
Page 400 398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield And Rear Window Washers . . . 412 Vehicle Storage ..... . 438 Exhaust System ..... 412 Replacement Light Bulbs .
Page 401: Engine Compartment - 3.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 3.7L 1 — Battery 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 9 — Integrated Power Module 4 — Engine Oil Fill 10 —...
Page 402: Engine Compartment - 4.7L
400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 4.7L 1 — Battery 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 9 — Integrated Power Module 4 — Engine Oil Fill 10 —...
Page 403: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 5.7L 1 — Battery 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Integrated Power Module 4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 10 —...
Page 404: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.
Page 405: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 problem persists, the message will appear the next time serviced, recently had a dead battery, or a battery replace- the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not If the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Page 406: Replacement Parts
404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system to update. A recheck with the above test routine happen: may then indicate that the system is now ready. a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF ready or not ready, if the MIL is illuminated during...
Page 407: Dealer Service
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
Page 408 406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Always the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. maintain the oil level within the SAFE zone on the American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil dipstick.
Page 409 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended Materials Added to Engine Oils engine oil viscosity for your vehicle. For information on The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart- dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to ment”...
Page 410: Engine Oil Filter
408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Filter WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine oil change. The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air Engine Oil Filter Selection cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or The manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil...
Page 411 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 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 412: Air Conditioner Maintenance
410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) For best possible performance, your air conditioner • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal at the start of each warm season.
Page 413: Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 Drive Shaft Constant Velocity Joints attention should also be given to hood latching compo- All 4-wheel drive models are equipped with four con- nents to ensure proper function. When performing other stant velocity joints. Periodic lubrication of these joints is underhood services, the hood latch release mechanism not required.
Page 414: Windshield And Rear Window Washers
412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon/liter of the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with fluid when the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates. petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Page 415 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst...
Page 416 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: systems can result in civil penalties being assessed • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition against you. when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion.
Page 417: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 Cooling System Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub- ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection WARNING! at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for leaks. You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or With the engine at normal operating temperature (but steam from your radiator.
Page 418 416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE system cleaner. Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove CAUTION! (Continued) all deposits and chemicals. Properly dispose of old • Do not use plain water alone or alcohol-based antifreeze solution. engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use Selection Of Coolant additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as Use only the manufacturer’s recommended coolant;...
Page 419 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) coolant. When tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- adding coolant: cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
Page 420 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant in open WARNING! containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on ground. If ingested by a child, contact a physician immediately.
Page 421 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 • Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the When additional coolant is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do coolant recovery bottle. If antifreeze needs to be not overfill.
Page 422: Brake System
420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter For correct fluid type, refer to ”Brake Master Cylinder” operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install under “Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts” in this ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may section.
Page 423: Automatic Transmission
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 To check the automatic transmission fluid level properly, CAUTION! the following procedure must be used: Do not allow a petroleum-base fluid to contaminate 1. Operate the engine at idle speed and normal operating the brake fluid. Seal damage may result. temperature.
Page 424 422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on CAUTION! both sides. The fluid level should be between the “HOT” (upper) reference holes on the dipstick at normal operat- Be aware that if the fluid temperature is below 50°F ing temperature.
Page 425: Transfer Case
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 Selection of Lubricant CAUTION! It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- mance. Use only manufacturer’s recommended transmis- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration sion fluid;...
Page 426: Axles
424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The presence of water in the gear lubricant will CAUTION! result in corrosion and possible failure of differential components. Operation of the vehicle in water, as may be Damage may result from operation of the vehicle encountered in some off-highway types of service, will with low transfer case fluid.
Page 427: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 Appearance Care and Protection From Corrosion The most common causes are: • Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- • Stone and gravel impact. graphic locations and usage.
Page 428 426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use MOPAR Cleaner Wax to remove road film, Special Care stains, and to protect your paint finish. Take care never • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive to scratch the paint. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 429 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, YES Essentials Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well Equipped packaged and sealed. YES Essentials seats may be cleaned in the following manner: •...
Page 430 428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Care do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter- Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and gents, or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather carpeting. upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is not required to maintain the original condition.
Page 431 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- molded in clear plastic.
Page 432: Fuses
430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES CAUTION! When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it suggests a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
Page 433 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 Ignition Run/Start for Cavity Mini Fuse/Color Description Cluster/Transfer Instrument Cluster 10 Amp Red 15 Amp Blue Case/Seat Sw. Back Battery Feed Lighting 10 Amp Red Spare Satellite Digital Audio Ignition Run/Start for Receiver (SDAR)/ Next Generation Con- 10 Amp Red Digital Video Disc troller (NGC), Inte-...
Page 434: Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)
432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) Battery Feed Bluetooth , Compass/ 15 Amp Blue Trip Computer (CMTC), Sentry Key Diagnostics Reconfigurable Power 20 Amp Yellow Outlets Ignition Run / Rear 20 Amp Yellow Park Assist / Second Row Heated Seats 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter Ignition...
Page 435 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 This center contains cartridge fuses, mini fuses and Cartridge Cav- relays. A description of each fuse and component may be Fuse / Mini Fuse Description stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity num- Relay ber of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that 30 Amp Run Remote Relay corresponds to the following chart.
Page 436 434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cartridge Cav- Cav- Fuse / Mini Fuse Description Fuse / Mini Fuse Description Relay Relay 40 Amp ESP Pump 20 Amp Next Generation Con- Green Yellow troller (NGC) Batt 50 Amp JB Feed 20 Amp Trailer Tow Yellow 10 Amp...
Page 437: Underhood Fuses (Integrated Power Module)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 Underhood Fuses (Integrated Power Module) Cartridge Cav- Fuse / Mini Fuse Description Relay Relay Starter Relay Electronic Automatic Transaxle (EATX) Relay AC Clutch Relay Fuel Pump Rly Spare Relay Stop Lamp Switch Spare Relay Blower Motor Relay Auto Shut Down 1 —...
Page 438 436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE An integrated power module is located in the left side of Cartridge Cav- the engine compartment. This center contains cartridge Fuse / Mini Fuse Description fuses, mini fuses and relays. A description of each fuse Relay and component may be stamped on the inside cover, 10 Amp Lt Park Lamps...
Page 439 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 Cartridge Cartridge Cav- Cav- Fuse / Mini Fuse Description Fuse / Mini Fuse Description Relay Relay 20 Amp Horn 40 Amp Radiator Fan Yellow Green 20 Amp Rear Wiper Relay Radiator Fan Lo Rly Yellow Relay Ft Fog Lamps Rly 20 Amp Front Control Module...
Page 440: Vehicle Storage
438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we recommend that you take the following steps to mini- LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb No. mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery: Dome Light .
Page 441: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 BULB REPLACEMENT 2. Remove one nut that attaches the headlight to the inner fender panel. Access to the nut is possible by Headlights/Parking/Turn Signal opening the fender panel access door which is located in 1. Remove the two bolts attaching the headlight to the the wheel liner.
Page 442: Rear Side Marker, Tail Lights, Turn Signals And Backup Lights - Replacement
440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. While firmly holding the headlight in your hands, Rear Side Marker, Tail Lights, Turn Signals And disconnect all connectors by following the procedure Backup Lights — Replacement described in Step 5 below. 1. Remove the two push-pins from the tail light housing. 5.
Page 443 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 2. Rotate the light to the outboard side of the vehicle and 3. Unlock and remove electrical connector. remove.
Page 444 442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Remove the three screws holding the bulb strip to the 5. Remove the bulb strip from the tail light lens. back of the tail lamp.
Page 445: License Lights
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 6. Remove bulbs from bulb strip by pulling the bulb License Lights straight out. 1. Remove the two screws securing the lens to the liftgate.
Page 446: Center High-Mounted Stoplight
444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Center High-Mounted Stoplight 1. Remove two screws securing stoplight housing assem- bly to the liftgate. 3. Pull bulb from socket.
Page 447: Fog Lights
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 2. Turn socket 1/4 counterclockwise and free from hous- ing. 1 - Wheel Liner Screws 2 - Far Left Air Dam Screw 3. Pull bulb straight from socket to remove. 2. Remove the far left air dam screw at the bottom of the Fog Lights fascia.
Page 448: Fluids And Capacities
446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Rotate the socket and connector 1/4 turn counter- The right fog light can be accessed from below the clockwise and pull straight rearward to disengage from vehicle. Follow steps 4 and 5 of the left fog light to replace the lamp.
Page 449 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 U.S. Metric 3.7L Engine with Rear Heat (MOPAR Antifreeze/ 14.5 Quarts 13.8 Liters Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 4.7L Engine without Rear Heat (MOPAR Antifreeze/ 13.1 Quarts 12.5 Liters Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 4.7L Engine with Rear Heat (MOPAR Antifreeze/ 14.2 Quarts 13.5 Liters Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula)
Page 450: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) Engine Oil (3.7/4.7L/5.7L Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Engines) Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 451: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission MOPAR ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Transfer Case MOPAR ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid. Front Axle SAE 75W-90 Multipurpose Type, GL-5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent. Rear Axle SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant or equivalent. Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent.
Page 453: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emissions Control System Maintenance ..452 Required Maintenance Intervals ..454 Maintenance Schedule ....452...
Page 454 452 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type, The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. the continued proper functioning of the Emissions Con- On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) trol System.
Page 455 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 453 NOTE: Displays)” in Section 3, or under “Odometer/Trip Odom- • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the eter” under “Instrument Cluster Description” in Section time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s oil if it has been 6 months since your last oil change At Each Stop for Fuel even if the oil change indicator message is NOT •...
Page 456 454 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake Required Maintenance Intervals master cylinder, power steering and transmission and NOTE: ** Vehicles built with the 4.7L engine are add as needed. equipped with 16 spark plugs; one set is located on the •...
Page 457 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 455 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Change the engine oil and engine oil If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
Page 458 456 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 18 Months Maintenance 24 Months Maintenance 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Service Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
Page 459 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 457 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance 42 Months Maintenance 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Service Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
Page 460 458 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Change the engine oil and engine oil Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
Page 461: Service Schedule
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 459 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Change the engine oil and engine oil If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
Page 462 460 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 78 Months Maintenance 84 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. filter. Rotate tires. Rotate tires.
Page 463 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 461 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or Schedule 96 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Change the engine oil and engine oil Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
Page 464 462 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 102 Months Maintenance 108 Months Maintenance 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Service Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
Page 465 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 463 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the top row of spark plugs on 4.7L engines. ** Replace the spark plugs on 3.7L and 5.7L engines.
Page 466 464 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
Page 467: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Vehicle ......467 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 468 466 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Publication Order Forms ....471 Traction Grades ..... 473 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Temperature Grades .
Page 469: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 467 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 470: Chrysler Llc Customer Center
468 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (800) 992-1997 •...
Page 471: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 469 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech have any questions about the service contract, call the Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s Service Contract National Customer Hot- To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the line at 1-800-521-9922. manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- The manufacturer will not stand behind any service cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer...
Page 472: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
470 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE MOPAR PARTS WARNING! Mopar fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from an authorized dealer. They will help keep Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain the vehicle operating at its best. vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 473: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 471 To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– To order the following manuals, you may use either the 9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: website or the phone numbers listed below.
Page 474: Quality Grades
472 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Call toll free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with dia- grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi- • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-controlled ve- hicle systems and features.
Page 475: Traction Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 473 Treadwear Traction Grades The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 476: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Temperature Grades
474 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 477 INDEX...
Page 478 476 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ... . 205,310 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ....416,446 Adding Fuel ......357 Disposal .
Page 479 INDEX 477 Axle Fluid ......449 Parking ......308 Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) .
Page 480 478 INDEX Cargo Organizer ......190 Compact Spare Tire ..... . 332 Cargo (Vehicle Loading) .
Page 481 INDEX 479 Pressure Cap ......417 Power Steering ......308 Radiator Cap .
Page 482 480 INDEX Electronic Roll Mitigation ....315 Coolant (Antifreeze) ....448 Electronic Stability Program .
Page 483 INDEX 481 Fabric Care ......427 Fluid Level Checks Filters Automatic Transmission ....421 Air Cleaner .
Page 484 482 INDEX Tank Capacity ......446 Gross Axle Weight Rating ....361,364 Fuel, Flexible .
Page 485 INDEX 483 Heated Seats ......124 Information Center, Vehicle ....166 Heater .
Page 486 484 INDEX Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....15 Cruise ......214 Keyless Entry System .
Page 487 INDEX 485 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ... 212 Luggage Carrier ......194 Traction Control .
Page 488 486 INDEX Vanity ....... 88 Filter ......408,448 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle .
Page 489 INDEX 487 Parking Brake ......308 Windows ......34 Parking On Hill .
Page 490 488 INDEX Rear Window Defroster ....193 Reporting Safety Defects ....470 Rear Window Features .
Page 491 INDEX 489 Seat Belt Reminder ..... . . 51 Selection of Oil ......406 Seat Belts .
Page 492 490 INDEX Signals, Turn ..... 148,203,440 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....338 Controls .
Page 493 INDEX 491 Tire Markings ......321 Replacement ......336 Tire Safety Information .
Page 494 492 INDEX Towing Assistance ..... . . 102 Maintenance ......421 Traction .
Page 495 INDEX 493 Vanity Mirrors ......88 Water Variance, Compass ..... . . 173 Driving Through .
Page 496 494 INDEX Wiper, Rear ......192 Wipers, Intermittent ..... . 150 Wrecker Towing .
Page 497 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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