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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and features and equipment that are either standard or the name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....7 ROLLOVER WARNING .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained techni- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group cians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfaction. LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all ROLLOVER WARNING essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
Page 7: How To Use This Manual
INTRODUCTION 5 two million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire.
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Page 9: Warnings And Cautions
INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against oper- ating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners 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 a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 Rearming Of The System ....19 Ignition Node Module (IGNM) —...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transmitter Battery Replacement ...26 LIFTGATE ......48 General Information .
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — SAFETY TIPS ......117 Air Bags .
Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS is a spring-loaded momentary contact position. When released from the START position, the switch automati- Your vehicle uses either a key start ignition system or cally returns to the ON/RUN position. keyless ignition system.
Page 15: Keyless Ignition Node (Kin)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button, as long as the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is in the passenger compartment.
Page 16: Key Fob - If Equipped
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key Fob — If Equipped The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
Page 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Emergency Key Removal (IGNM) Emergency Key Removal (KIN) NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency key into the lock cylinders with either side up.
Page 18: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Or Accessory On Message WARNING! Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
Page 19: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 The system uses a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry WARNING! (Continued) (RKE) transmitter, a Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) and a • Do not leave children or animals inside parked RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. vehicles in hot weather.
Page 20: Replacement Keys
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not compat- ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting tended.
Page 21: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer Sys- VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors authorized dealer.
Page 22: To Arm The System
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Arm The System same exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: further information). 1. Remove the key from the ignition system (refer to •...
Page 23 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF • When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, the interior position. power door lock switches will not unlock the doors. • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ , The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 24: Security System Manual Override
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Security System Manual Override NOTE: • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger. tesy lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in the Dome ON position (extreme top position).
Page 25 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 NOTE: Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system from responding to all RKE transmit- ter buttons for all RKE transmitters. Emergency Key Removal (IGNM) Emergency Key Removal (KIN)
Page 26: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate Flash Lights With Remote Key Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- within five seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate.
Page 27: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate second and release. When the Panic Alarm is on, the headlights will turn on, the park lights will flash, the Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- horn will pulse on and off, and the interior lights will ter to lock all doors and liftgate.
Page 28: Programming Additional Transmitters
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Programming Additional Transmitters 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical latch on the back of the RKE transmitter sideways Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be with your thumb and then pull the key out with your performed at an authorized dealer.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Emergency Key Removal (KIN) Remove Screw From Transmitter Case 2. Separating RKE halves requires screw removal and gently prying the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal.
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Separating Ignition Node Module (IGNM) Transmitter Separating Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) Transmitter Case Case 3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the battery.
Page 31: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it distance, check for these two conditions: with rubbing alcohol.
Page 32: How To Use Remote Start
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Liftgate/Flipper Glass closed NOTE: • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic • Hazard switch off transmission to be equipped with Remote Start. • Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pressed) •...
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle WARNING! Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or The following messages will display in the EVIC if the confined area.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The engine can be started two consecutive times with To Enter Remote Start Mode the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition must be cycled by pushing the START/STOP button twice (or Press and release the REMOTE START button on the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN the RKE transmitter twice within five seconds.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 • For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle feature, the message “Remote Start Active — Push Before the end of 15 minute cycle, press and release the Start Button”...
Page 36: Door Locks
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS WARNING! Manual Door Locks • For personal security and safety in the event of a To lock each door, rotate the door lock knob on each door collision, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as trim panel forward.
Page 37: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you press the power door lock switch while the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN position, and any The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with front door is open, the power locks will not operate.
Page 39: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with a Child-Protection Door Lock system. To use the system, open each rear door, use a flat blade screwdriver (or ignition key) and rotate the dial to the LOCK or UNLOCK position.
Page 40: Keyless Enter-N-Go
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • When the child lock system is engaged, the door can Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. be opened only by using the outside door handle even Remember that the rear doors can only be opened though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE: • Passive Entry may be programmed ON/OFF; refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- ment Panel” for further information. • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- sponse time.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock From The Passenger Side FOBIK-Safe only executes in vehicles with passive entry. There are three situations that trigger a FOBIK-Safe With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft search in any passive entry vehicle.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 NOTE: The vehicle will only unlock the doors when a equipped with Power Liftgate. Press the electronic lift- valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter is detected inside the gate release and lift for Manual Liftgate vehicles. vehicle, and no valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter is NOTE: If the vehicle is unlocked then the liftgate will open detected outside the vehicle.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in EVIC, all doors will unlock when you push the electronic liftgate release. If Unlock Driver Door 1st press is programmed in Uconnect®, only the liftgate will unlock when you press the electronic liftgate release.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 NOTE: • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
Page 46: Windows
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS There are single window controls on each passenger door trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows. Power Windows The window controls will operate only when the ignition The window controls on the driver’s door control all the is in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 To open the window part way, press the window switch WARNING! to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not let children play with power windows.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Reset Auto-Up • If the window runs into any obstacle during auto- Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window probably needs to be reset. To reset Auto Up: closure, it will reverse direction and then go back down.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver’s door trim panel allows you to disable the window controls on the rear passenger doors. To disable the window controls, press and release the window lockout button (setting it in the DOWN position).
Page 50: Wind Buffeting
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting transmitter within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the electronic liftgate release to open with one fluid motion. Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press”...
Page 51: Power Liftgate - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 WARNING! Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your pas- sengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. Power Liftgate —...
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The power liftgate may also be opened or closed by NOTE: pressing the LIFTGATE button located on the front • In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an overhead console, or closed by pressing the LIFTGATE emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open button located on left rear trim panel, near the liftgate the liftgate.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 • The power liftgate must be in the full open position for NOTE: rear liftgate close button on the left rear trim, near the • The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the liftgate opening to operate.
Page 54: Occupant Restraints
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If your liftgate is power closing and you put the OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS vehicle in gear, the liftgate will continue to power Some of the most important safety features in your close. However, vehicle movement may result in a vehicle are the restraint systems: detection of an obstruction.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized enhance occupant protection by managing occupant seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether energy during an impact event for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child WARNING! seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 5. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be WARNING! (Continued) modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment under If You Need Assistance .
Page 58: Lap/Shoulder Belts
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! (Continued) can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- from the vehicle.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in belts are designed to go around the large bones of these areas are more likely to be seriously injured your body.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Pulling Out The Lap/Shoulder Belt Latch Plate Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the not protect you properly.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of up a bit on the shoulder belt.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- In the front seating positions, the shoulder belt can be tion.
Page 64: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.
Page 65: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage: The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably which are used to secure a child restraint system.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE position that has a belt with this feature. Children 12 How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode years old and under should always be properly re- Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it strained in a vehicle with a rear seat.
Page 67: Energy Management Feature
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Energy Management Feature tight around the occupant early in a collision. Pretension- ers work for all size occupants, including those in child This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy restraints.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE passenger is unbelted, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will The front passenger seat BeltAlert® is not active when turn on and remain on until both front seat belts are the front passenger seat is unoccupied. BeltAlert® may fastened.
Page 69: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts Using a seat belt extender when not needed can throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE panel below the steering column and a Supplemental NOTE: The Driver and Front Passenger Advanced Front Passenger Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument Air Bags are certified to the new Federal regulations for panel below the glove compartment.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC Air Bag System Components air bags, are located above the side windows and their Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag covers are also labeled: SRS AIRBAG.
Page 72: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Supplemental Passenger Side Knee Air Bag WARNING! • Front and Side Impact Sensors • No objects should be placed over or near the air • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, bag on the instrument panel, because any such and Seat Track Position Sensors objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a...
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam on the side of the seat’s trim cover (front seats) and between the side Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may seat’s cushion trim cover (rear seats —...
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during air bag deployment. • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Always sit upright as possible with your back against the WARNING! seat back, use the seat belts properly, and use the • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right appropriate sized child restraint, infant restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the SABIC, do not stack luggage or other cargo up high child.
Page 76: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls Air Bags work with the Supplemental Driver and Pas- Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) senger Side Knee Air Bags and the knee bolsters to The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system provide improved protection for the driver and front required for this vehicle.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 including the severity and type of collision. Advanced The side air bags will not deploy in all side collisions. Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver and Front Side air bag deployment will depend on the severity and Passenger Knee Air Bags are not expected to reduce the type of collision.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC contains a backup power supply system that WARNING! may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags Also, the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning to protect you in a collision.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 • Occupant Classification Module (OCM) located in the Front Passenger Seat Occu- Front Passenger Air front passenger seat pant Status Bag Classification • OCS Sensor located in the front passenger seat Rearward-facing infant Reduced-power de- seat* ployment...
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In order for the OCS to operate as designed, it is WARNING! important for the front passenger to be seated properly • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an and properly wearing the seat belt.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 WARNING! Occupants in the front passenger seat sitting improp- erly may cause the OCS to not classify the passen- ger’s weight accurately. This may result in serious injury or death in a collision. Always wear your seat belt and sit properly, with the seat back in an upright position, your back against the seat back, sitting upright, facing forward, in the center of the seat, with...
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The OCS may not classify the front passenger properly if: • The front passenger’s weight is transferred to another part of the vehicle (like the door, arm rest or instru- ment panel) •...
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly...
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly...
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 The Features Of Your Vehicle” for additional informa- WARNING! tion). Make sure that objects inside the Flip ’n Stow™ Front Passenger Seat Storage bin do not interfere with the Placing an object on the floor under the front pas- latch before closing the seat.
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the specific model being repaired. Always use the WARNING! correct seat cover and cushion specified for the vehicle. Make sure that objects inside the Flip ’n Stow™ • Do not replace the seat cover or cushion with an Front Passenger Seat Storage bin do not interfere aftermarket seat cover or cushion.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right WARNING! (Continued) side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the passenger if the vehicle is involved in a collision. A way as the air bags inflate to their full size.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag deploys down and around the knee blocker/ high speed and with such a high force that it could injure glove box surface allowing the air bags to inflate to the you if you are not seated properly, or if items are full size.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 where the SABIC inflates. This especially applies to event the ORC will determine whether to have the children. The SABIC is only about 3-1/2 in (9 cm) thick Enhanced Accident Response System perform the follow- when it is inflated.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If A Deployment Occurs However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate immediately.
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- Maintaining Your Air Bag System ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you. WARNING! •...
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag You will want to have the air bags ready to system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may inflate for your protection in a collision.
Page 93: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 • The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per- eight-second interval. formed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of •...
Page 94: Child Restraints
92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a Child Restraints non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all the EDR under normal driving conditions and no per- times, including babies and children.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has WARNING! a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. You should also make sure that you can install In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a it in the vehicle where you will use it.
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the height or weight limits of their child...
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Infants And Child Restraints reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat. Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until WARNING! they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear facing child safety seat.
Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of WARNING! their rear-facing convertible child seat. Children should • Improper installation can lead to failure of an remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height infant or child restraint.
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Integrated Child Booster Seat — If Equipped 3. Lift the seat cushion up and push back to lock it in the booster seat position. The Integrated Child Booster Seat is located in each outboard second-row passenger seat.
Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front WARNING! of the vehicle seat – while they are still sitting all the way back? Securely lock the seat cushion into position before using the seat.
Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – LATCH – Child + Child Lower Anchors Seat Belt + Top Lower Anchors Seat Belt Only Restraint...
Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
Page 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 LATCH-equipped child seats without using the vehicle’s LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In seat belts. Some seating positions may have a top tether This Vehicle anchorage but no lower anchorages. In these seating positions, the seat belt must be used with the top tether anchorage to install the child restraint.
Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until weight of the child restraint) for using the the combined weight of the child and the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 Can the rear-facing child restraint touch The child seat may touch the back of the the back of the front passenger seat? front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact. See your child restraint owner’s manual for more information.
Page 106 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the anchorage.
Page 107 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 Center Seat LATCH This vehicle has 5 lower LATCH anchorages in the rear seat. Anchorages A and B are used for the right outboard position behind the front passenger (1). Anchorages D and E are used for the left outboard position behind the driver (3).
Page 108 106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE and buckle, the center seat belt can be used to restraint WARNING! an occupant or child restraint in the center seating • Use anchorages C and D to install a LATCH- position. compatible child restraint in the center seating 2.
Page 109 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 To Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint WARNING! (Continued) 1. If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- • If you are installing three child restraints next to matic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt, stow the seat each other, you must use the seat belt and the center belt following the instructions below.
Page 110 108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child WARNING! restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- ing position. Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly-fitted child 5.
Page 111 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 the child restraint installation, instead of buckling it Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the Belt child restraint belt path and then buckle it. Do not lock The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are the seatbelt.
Page 112 110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE into the retractor. For additional information on ALR, Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child refer to the “Automatic Locking Mode” description un- Restraints in this Vehicle der “Occupant Restraints.” The cinching latch plate is designed to hold the lap portion of the seatbelt tight when webbing is pulled tight and straight through a child restraint’s belt path.
Page 113 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to with the seat belt to attach a forward...
Page 114 112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) against the child seat. 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating 5.
Page 115 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether 1.
Page 116 114 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the lap portion around the child restraint while you push belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary. the child restraint rearward and downward into the If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the vehicle seat.
Page 117 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 115 Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether 3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to Anchorage the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram. 1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage.
Page 118: Engine Break-In Recommendations
116 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS WARNING! A long break-in period is not required for the engine and An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. increased head motion and possible injury to the Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
Page 119: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 117 CAUTION! WARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result. vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death.
Page 120: Exhaust Gas
118 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas WARNING! (Continued) • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the WARNING! engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 121: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 119 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while Vehicle driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Seat Belts Defroster Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, and loose parts.
Page 122 120 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- been removed for cleaning.
Page 123: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 121 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 125: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS MIRRORS ......130 BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF EQUIPPED .
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Head Restraints ..... .154 Headlights On With Wipers (Available with Automatic Headlights Only) ... . .167 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat With Fold-Flat Feature .
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Interior Lights ..... . .173 To Set A Desired Speed ....187 Battery Saver Feature .
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume ......196 LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED ... . .220 To Vary The Speed Setting .
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 ParkSense® System Usage Precautions..239 Parallel Parking Space Assistance Operation/Display.....260 PARKSENSE®...
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using HomeLink®.....282 Closing Power Shade — Express ...287 Security .
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Wind Buffeting ..... . .293 Console Storage Compartment ... .303 Sky Slider™...
Page 132: Mirrors
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. NOTE: • The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature is disabled when the vehicle is in reverse gear to improve rear view viewing.
Page 134: Outside Mirrors
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Assist Call 9-1-1 Call The rear view mirror contains an ASSIST push button Report an accident without taking your eyes off the road. which automatically connects the vehicle occupants to Just press 9-1-1 on your mirror and connect. one of several predefined locations for immediate sup- port: CAUTION!
Page 135: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 NOTE: The passenger side convex outside mirror will Power Mirrors give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the The power mirror switches are located on the driver’s lane next to your vehicle. door trim panel.
Page 136: Power Folding Mirrors - If Equipped
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Models With Express Window Feature Power Folding Mirrors — If Equipped Press and release the mirror select button marked L (left) The switch for the power folding mirrors is located or R (right) and then press one of the four arrow buttons between the power mirror switches L (left) and R (right).
Page 137: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • The mirrors are accidentally manually folded/unfolded. Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped • The mirrors come out of the unfolded position. An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the •...
Page 138: Sun Visor "Slide-On-Rod" Feature - If Equipped
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature — If Equipped The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for addi- tional flexibility in positioning the sun visor to block out the sun. 1. Fold down the sun visor. 2.
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 The BSM detection zone covers approximately one lane beyond the side of your vehicle, this may result in the on both sides of the vehicle (12 ft or 3.8 m). The zone BSM warning light remaining illuminated the entire starts at the outside rear view mirror and extends ap- time the vehicle is in a forward gear.
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entering From The Side Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side of the vehicle. Warning Light Location The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three different entry points (side, rear, front) while driving to see if an alert is necessary.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Entering From The Rear Overtaking Traffic Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the vehicle remains in speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtaking/Approaching Overtaking/Passing...
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in berms, etc.
Page 144: Rear Cross Path
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones. The BSM system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicles mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
Page 145: Modes Of Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can Modes Of Operation be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the Modes Of Operation With Uconnect® System — If sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the Equipped system will not be able to alert the driver.
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime When the system is in RCP, the system shall respond with both visual and audible alerts when a detected object is When operating in Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime mode, present.
Page 147: Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 SEATS Power Seats — If Equipped Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the Some models may be equipped with a power driver’s vehicle. seat. The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor.
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reclining The Seatback Forward Or Rearward WARNING! The seatback can be reclined both forward and rearward. Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the Push the seat recliner switch forward or rearward, the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 149: Manual Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Manual Seats — If Equipped Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment On models equipped with manual seats, the adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor. Power Lumbar Switch Front Seat Adjustment...
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the Manual Front Seat Recline Adjustment seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once you have To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the reached the desired position.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which could result in serious injury or death. Manual Seat Height Adjustment —...
Page 152: Heated Seats - If Equipped
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats — If Equipped Front Heated Seats With Uconnect® 5.0 — If Equipped On some models, the front and rear seats may be equipped with heaters located in the seat cushions. There are two heated seat switches that allow the driver and passenger to operate the seats independently.
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 system will automatically switch to LO-level after a maximum of 60 minutes of continuous operation. At that time, the display will change from HI to LO, indicating the change. The LO-level setting will turn OFF automati- cally after a maximum of 45 minutes.
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes of operation. Then, the heat output will drop to the normal HI-level. If the HI-level setting is selected, the system will automatically switch to LO-level after a maximum of 60 minutes of continuous operation.
Page 155: Front Ventilated Seats With Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4An - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Front Ventilated Seats With Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4AN — If Equipped On some models, both the driver and passenger seats are ventilated. Located in the seat cushion and seatback are small fans that draw the air from the passenger compart- ment and pull air through fine perforations in the seat cover to help keep the driver and front passenger cooler in higher ambient temperatures.
Page 156: Head Restraints
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start WARNING! On models that are equipped with remote start, the driver’s The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- ventilated seat can be programmed to come on during a erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- remote start.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 The AHRs will automatically return to their normal position following a rear impact. If the AHRs do not return to their normal position see your authorized dealer immediately. To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint.
Page 158: 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat With Fold-Flat Feature
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players. These items may interfere with the operation of the Active Head Restraint in the event of a collision and could result in serious injury or death.
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 NOTE: Prior to folding the rear seat, it may be necessary To Lower The Rear Seat to position the front seat to its mid-track position. Also, 1. Lift the seatback release lever located on the upper be sure that the front seats are fully upright and posi- outer edge of the seat or pull the pull strap located on tioned forward.
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Raise The Rear Seat NOTE: If interference from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully locking, you will have difficulty returning the seat to its proper position. Raise the seatback and lock it into place. WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position.
Page 161: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows the driver to store up to two different memory profiles, for easy recall through a memory switch. Each memory profile contains desired position settings for the driver seat and side mirrors and a set of desired radio station presets.
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer- NOTE: ences (i.e., seat, side mirror and radio station presets). • For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, 3. Press and release the SET button on the memory memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in switch, then press the side of the number (1) button PARK, but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a...
Page 163: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry To program your RKE transmitters, perform the following: Transmitter To Memory 1. Remove the key from the ignition. Your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters can be 2.
Page 164: Memory Position Recall
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memory Position Recall To recall the memory setting for driver two, press MEMORY button number 2 or the UNLOCK button on NOTE: the RKE transmitter linked to memory position 2. • For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the the vehicle must be in PARK to recall memory posi- MEMORY buttons (S, 1, or 2) during a recall.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 • The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the The distance the driver seat moves depends on where you have the driver seat positioned when you remove the driver’s seat position is less than 0.9 in (23 mm) key from the ignition switch.
Page 166: To Open And Close The Hood
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and pull the safety latch release lever forward (toward you). The safety Two latches must be released to open the hood. latch release lever is located behind the center front 1.
Page 167: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 LIGHTS CAUTION! Headlight Switch To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- The headlight switch is located on the left side of mately 6 in (15 cm), and then drop it.
Page 168: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the third detent for automatic headlight operation.
Page 169: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Headlights On With Wipers (Available with Headlight Time Delay Automatic Headlights Only) This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on for up to 90 seconds (programmable) when leaving your approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on vehicle in an unlit area.
Page 170: Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control - If Equipped
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you turn the headlights off before the ignition, they will Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If turn off in the normal manner. Equipped The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control system NOTE: provides increased forward lighting at night by automat- •...
Page 171: Daytime Running Lights (Drl)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 NOTE: Daytime Running Lights (DRL) • Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control can be The LED Daytime Running Lights will come on when- ever the ignition is placed in the RUN position, the turned on or off using the Uconnect® System, refer to headlights are off, the transmission is moved out of “Uconnect®...
Page 172: Fog Lights - If Equipped
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights — If Equipped headlight switch. To turn off the front fog lights, either press the headlight switch a second time or turn off the The front fog light switch is built into the headlight headlight switch.
Page 173: Turn Signals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 NOTE: • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective.
Page 174: Lane Change Assist
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Change Assist Front Map/Reading Lights Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond The front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash head console.
Page 175: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened. To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open.
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the Ambient Light Control right dimmer control upward will increase the brightness Rotate the dimmer control upward or downward to of the instrument panel lights and lighted cupholders — increase or decrease the brightness of the ambient light if equipped.
Page 177: Battery Saver Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Dome Light Position Battery Saver Feature Rotate the instrument panel dimmer control completely To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off upward to the second detent to turn on the interior lights. automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is The interior lights will remain on when the instrument moved to the LOCK position.
Page 178: Windshield Wiper Operation
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Operation Rotate the end of the lever to one of the first four detent positions for intermittent settings, the fifth detent for low wiper operation and the sixth detent for high wiper operation.
Page 179: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 CAUTION! Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the “park” position. If the windshield wiper switch is turned off, and the blades cannot return to the “park” position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.
Page 180: Windshield Washer Operation
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washer Operation To use the washer, pull the lever rearward toward you and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in the intermittent setting, the wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval pre- viously selected.
Page 181: Mist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer WARNING! pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be used in order to Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield spray the windshield with washer fluid.
Page 182: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped NOTE: • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the This feature senses moisture on the windshield and automatically activates the wipers for the driver. The wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position.
Page 183: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 The Rain Sensing system has protection features for the Remote Start Mode Inhibit — On vehicles equipped wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the with Remote Starting system, Rain Sensing wipers are following conditions: not operational when the vehicle is in the remote start mode.
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To unlock the steering column, push the control handle downward (toward the floor). To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel upward or downward as de- sired. To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the steering wheel outward or push it inward as desired.
Page 185: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED Uconnect® 5.0 System — If Equipped The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps Press the “Climate” hard-key then touch the “Heated warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering Steering Wheel”...
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect® 8.4 System — If Equipped Touch the “Controls” soft-key then touch the “Heated Steering Wheel” soft-key to turn on the heated steering wheel. Press the “Heated Steering Wheel” soft-key a second time to turn the heated steering wheel off. Heated Steering Wheel Soft-Key NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated steering wheel to operate.
Page 187: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start WARNING! (Continued) On models that are equipped with remote start, the heated • Do not place anything on the steering wheel that steering wheel can be programmed to come on during a insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steering remote start.
Page 188: To Activate
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed.
Page 189: To Set A Desired Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 To Deactivate WARNING! A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally vehicle will deactivate the Electronic Speed Control with- set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
Page 190: To Accelerate For Passing
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pressing the SET (+) button once will result in a 1 mph To Accelerate For Passing (1 km/h) increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the the button results in an increase of 1 mph (1 km/h).
Page 191: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 ACC will allow you to keep cruise control engaged in WARNING! light to moderate traffic conditions without the constant need to reset your cruise control. ACC utilizes a radar Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the sensor and a forward facing camera designed to detect a system cannot maintain a constant speed.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Cannot take street, traffic, and weather condi- • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience tions into account, and may be limited upon system. It is not a substitute for active driving adverse sight distance conditions.
Page 193: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 • Normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode for cruising WARNING! (Continued) at a constant preset speed. For additional information, • When entering a turn lane or highway off ramp; refer to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode” when driving on roads that are winding, icy, snow- in this section.
Page 194: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifica- tions to the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise Control. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) You can only engage ACC if the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h).
Page 195: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 NOTE: You cannot enable ACC under the following To Activate conditions: Push and release the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) • When in Four-Wheel Drive Low. ON/OFF button. The ACC menu in the EVIC displays “ACC Ready.”...
Page 196: To Set A Desired Acc Speed
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To turn the system OFF, push and release the Adaptive WARNING! Cruise Control (ACC) ON/OFF button again. At this time, the system will turn off and the EVIC will display Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Off.”...
Page 197: To Cancel
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 If the system is Set when the vehicle speed is below To Cancel 20 mph (32 km/h), the Set Speed shall be defaulted to The following conditions cancel the system: 20 mph (32 km/h). If the system is Set when the vehicle •...
Page 198: To Turn Off
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Turn Off NOTE: • If your vehicle stays at standstill for longer than 2 The system will turn off and clear the set speed in memory if: seconds, then the driver will either have to press the Resume button, or apply the throttle to reengage the •...
Page 199: To Vary The Speed Setting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 To Vary The Speed Setting Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph (1 km/h) decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by the button results in a decrease of 1 mph (1 km/h).
Page 200: Setting The Following Distance In Acc
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The ACC system maintains set speed when driving up hill and down hill. However, a slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. In addition, downshifting may occur while climbing uphill or descending down- hill.
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 Distance Setting 3 Bars (Long) Distance Setting 2 Bars (Medium)
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To decrease the distance setting, press the Distance Setting — Decrease button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting decreases by one bar (shorter). If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the set speed.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 • The distance setting is changed. • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on ACC Activation). The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited; how- ever, the driver can always apply the brakes manually, if necessary.
Page 204: Overtake Aid
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtake Aid ACC Operation at Stop When driving with ACC engaged and following a target If the ACC system brings your vehicle to a standstill vehicle, the system will provide an additional accelera- while following a target vehicle, if the target vehicle starts tion to assist in passing vehicles in front.
Page 205: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Menu
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 Adaptive Cruise Control Ready WARNING! When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed setting has When the ACC system is resuming speed, the driver not been selected, the display will read “Adaptive Cruise must ensure that there are no pedestrians, vehicles or Control Ready.”...
Page 206: Display Warnings And Maintenance
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • System Off dirt or ice. In these cases, the EVIC will display “ACC / FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor” and the • ACC Proximity Warning system will deactivate. • ACC Unavailable Warning The “ACC / FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor”...
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 • Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor, If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should including transparent material or aftermarket grilles. examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or an obstruction.
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE “Clean Front Windshield” Warning Under rare conditions, when the camera is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path this warning may The “ACC / FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front temporarily occur. Windshield”...
Page 209: Precautions While Driving With Acc
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Service ACC/FCW Warning Offset Driving If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane that is FCW Unavailable Service Required”or “Cruise/FCW offset from your direct line of travel, or a vehicle merging Unavailable Service Required”, there may be an internal in from a side lane.
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turns And Bends When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the system may decrease the vehicle speed and acceleration for stability reasons, with no target vehicle detected. Once the vehicle is out of the curve the system will resume your original Set Speed.
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Using ACC On Hills Lane Changing When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic lane in which you are traveling.
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Narrow Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they have moved fully into the lane. There may not be sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead.
Page 213: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 Stationary Objects And Vehicles General Information ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary FCC Requirements For Vehicular Radar Systems vehicles. For example, ACC will not react in situations Classification Specifications: where the vehicle you are following exits your lane and 47 C.F.R.
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE (Fixed Speed) CONTROL OFF. Pressing of the NORMAL release. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will (Fixed Speed) CRUISE CONTROL ON/OFF button will operate at the selected speed. Once a speed has been set result in turning ON (changing to) the Normal (Fixed a message CRUISE CONTROL SET TO MPH/KM will Speed) Cruise Control mode.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 set speed will continue to increase in 5 mph (10 km/h) To Cancel increments until the button is released. The increase in set The following conditions will cancel the Normal (Fixed speed is reflected in the EVIC display. Speed) Cruise Control without clearing the memory: To decrease speed while the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise •...
Page 216: Forward Collision Warning (Fcw) With Mitigation - If Equipped
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Turn Off FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) WITH MITIGATION — IF EQUIPPED The system will turn off and erase the set speed in memory if: Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation Operation • You push the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control ON/OFF button.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 NOTE: FCW monitors the information from the forward looking sensors as well as the Electronic Brake Controller (EBC), to calculate the probability of a forward collision. When the system determines that a forward collision is probable, the driver will be provided with audible and visual warnings and may provide a brake jerk warning.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • The minimum speed for FCW activation is 5 mph Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to (10 km/h). avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect • The FCW alerts may be triggered on objects other than every type of potential collision.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 To turn the FCW system back ON, press the forward collision button again to turn the system ON (led turns off). • Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the system from warning you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you.
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Changing FCW And Active Braking Status NOTE: A check mark will appear in the selection box to indicate the setting. To Change The FCW Sensitivity And Active Braking Settings With Uconnect® 8.4/8.4A System Screen — If To Change The FCW Sensitivity And Active Braking Equipped.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 5. Press the “FWD Collision Warning” Far or Near NOTE: soft-key for your desired preference. Then press the • The system will retain the last setting selected by the back arrow. driver after ignition shut down. 6.
Page 222: Lanesense - If Equipped
220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Once the condition that limited the system performance LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED is no longer present, the system will return to its full LaneSense Operation performance state. If the problem persists, see your The LaneSense system is operational at speeds above authorized dealer.
Page 223: Turning Lanesense On Or Off
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 The driver may manually override the haptic warning by Turning LaneSense ON Or OFF applying torque into the steering wheel at any time. The default status of LaneSense is “OFF”. When only a single lane marking is detected and the The LaneSense button is located on the switch panel driver unintentionally drifts across the lane marking (no below the Uconnect®...
Page 224: Lanesense Warning Message
222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To turn the LaneSense system ON, press the LaneSense NOTE: The LaneSense system will retain the last system button to turn the system ON (LED turns off). A “Lane state ON or OFF from the last ignition cycle when the Sense On”...
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 • When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been approached and is in a lane departure situation, the left line flashes yellow and the LaneSense indicator changes from solid white to flashing yellow. System ON (Gray Lines/White Indicator) Left Lane Departure —...
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The LaneSense system operates with the similar behavior for a right lane departure when only the right lane marking has been detected. Left Lane Departure — Both Lanes Detected • When the LaneSense system is ON, the lane lines turn from gray to white to indicate that the lane markings have been detected.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 • For example: If approaching the left side of the lane • When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been the steering wheel will turn to the right. approached and is in a lane departure situation, the left lane line flashes from a thin yellow line to thick yellow line and the LaneSense indicator changes from solid yellow to flashing yellow.
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 7.0 EVIC Screen — If Equipped When the LaneSense system is ON; the lane lines are gray when the lane boundaries have not been detected and the LaneSense indicator is solid white. Lane Approached (Flashing Thin Yellow Line To Thick Yellow Line/Flashing Yellow Indicator) NOTE: The LaneSense system operates with the similar behavior for a right lane departure.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 Left Lane Departure — Only Left Lane Detected • When the LaneSense system is ON, the LaneSense indicator is solid white when only the left lane mark- ing has been detected and the system is ready to provide visual warnings in the EVIC if an uninten- tional lane departure occurs.
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Left Lane Departure — Both Lanes Detected • When the LaneSense system is ON, the lane lines turn from gray to white to indicate that the lane markings have been detected. The LaneSense indicator is solid green when both lane markings have been detected and the system is “armed”...
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 • For example: If approaching the left side of the lane • When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been the steering wheel will turn to the right. approached and is in a lane departure situation, the left thick lane line flashes thick yellow to thin yellow.
Page 232: Changing Lanesense Status
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Changing LaneSense Status The LaneSense system settings can be configured through the Uconnect® system screen. Follow these steps to change the LaneSense settings: 1. Press the “Controls” soft-key located on the bottom of the Uconnect®...
Page 233: Parksense® Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 NOTE: ParkSense® will retain the last system state (enabled or disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is • When enabled the system operates above 37 mph changed to the ON/RUN position. (60 km/h) and below 112 mph (180 km/h).
Page 234: Parksense® Warning Display
232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE (200 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper in the horizontal ParkSense® Display direction, depending on the location, type and orienta- When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the EVIC will display tion of the obstacle. the park assist ready system status.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 Single 1/2 Second Tone/Solid Arc Slow Tone/Solid Arc...
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Slow Tone/Solid Arc Fast Tone/Flashing Arc...
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 Fast Tone/Flashing Arc Continuous Tone/Flashing Arc The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Rear Dis- Greater 79-59 in 59-47 in 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than tance than (200-150 (150-120 (120-100 (100-65 (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 (in/cm) 79 in (200 Arcs — None None None...
Page 239: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 NOTE: ParkSense® will reduce the volume of the radio, if on, when the system is sounding an audio tone. Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled with the ParkSense® switch, located on the switch panel below the Uconnect®...
Page 240: Service The Parksense® Rear Park Assist System
238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REVERSE and the system is disabled, the EVIC will further information. When the shift lever is moved to display the “PARKSENSE OFF” message for as long as REVERSE and the system has detected a faulted condi- the vehicle is in REVERSE.
Page 241: Cleaning The Parksense® System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 • When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE Cleaning The ParkSense® System position and ParkSense® is turned OFF, the EVIC will Clean the ParkSense® sensors with water, car wash soap display “PARKSENSE OFF” message for as long as the and a soft cloth.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE system misinterpreting a close object as a sensor CAUTION! (Continued) problem, causing the “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE • The vehicle must be driven slowly when using SERVICE REQUIRED” message to be displayed in the ParkSense® in order to be able to stop in time EVIC.
Page 243: Parksense® Front And Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 PARKSENSE® FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST — WARNING! (Continued) IF EQUIPPED • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- The ParkSense® Park Assist system provides visual and mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- audible indications of the distance between the rear bly is disconnected from the vehicle when the and/or front fascia and a detected obstacle when backing...
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Automatic brakes will not be available if ESC is not The automatic braking function is intended to assist the available. driver in avoiding possible collisions with detected ob- stacles when backing up in REVERSE gear. •...
Page 245: Parksense® Sensors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 ParkSense® will retain the last system state (enabled or (200 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper in the horizontal disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is direction, depending on the location, type and orienta- changed to the ON/RUN position.
Page 246: Parksense® Warning Display
244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense® Warning Display ParkSense® Display The ParkSense® Warning screen will only be displayed if Rear Park Assist Sound and Display is selected from the Customer - When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the EVIC will display Programmable Features section of the Uconnect®...
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 If an obstacle is detected in the left and/or right rear region, the display will show a single flashing arc in the left and/or right rear region and will produce a fast sound tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the tone will change from fast to continuous.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Slow Tone/Solid Arc Fast Tone/Flashing Arc...
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 Fast Tone/Flashing Arc Continuous Tone/Flashing Arc The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Rear Dis- Greater 79-59 in 59-47 in 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than tance than (200-150 (150-120 (120-100 (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 (in/cm) 79 in (200 Arcs —...
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 Radio Vol- ume Re- duced NOTE: ParkSense® will reduce the volume of the radio, fast sound tone will be produced when reaching the 2nd if on, when the system is sounding an audio tone. flashing arc and will change to a continuous sound tone when the 1st flashing arc appears.
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE No Tone/Solid Arc No Tone/Flashing Arc...
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 Fast Tone/Flashing Arc Continuous Tone/Flashing Arc The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Front Distance Greater than 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 47 in (120 cm) (120-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Arcs — Left None None None 2nd Flashing...
Page 255: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 If the Uconnect® System is equipped, chime volume settings will not be accessible from the EVIC. The chime volume settings include LOW, MEDIUM, and HIGH. The factory default volume setting is MEDIUM. ParkSense will retain its last known configuration state through ignition cycles.
Page 256: Service The Parksense® Park Assist System
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REVERSE and the system is disabled, the EVIC will has detected a faulted condition, the EVIC will display a display the “PARKSENSE OFF” message for as long as PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS , the vehicle is in REVERSE.
Page 257: Cleaning The Parksense® System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 If PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS ParkSense® System Usage Precautions or PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE FRONT SEN- NOTE: SORS appears in the Electronic Vehicle Information • Ensure that the front and rear bumper are free of snow, Center (EVIC) make sure the outer surface and the underside of the rear fascia/bumper and/or front fascia/ ice, mud, dirt and debris to keep the ParkSense®...
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • ParkSense®, when on, will reduce the volume of the • On vehicles equipped with a tailgate, ParkSense® radio when it is sounding a tone. should be disabled when the tailgate is in the lowered or open position.
Page 259: Parksense® Active Park Assist System - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • The vehicle must be driven slowly when using • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- ParkSense® in order to be able to stop in time mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- when an obstacle is detected.
Page 260: Enabling And Disabling The Parksense® Active Park Assist System
258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE providing audible/visual instructions, and controlling remove their hands from the steering wheel, the sys- the steering wheel. The ParkSense® Active Park Assist tem will cancel, and the driver will be required to system is defined as “semi-automatic” since the driver manually complete the parking maneuver.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 The ParkSense® Active Park Assist system will turn off automatically for any of the following conditions: • The parking maneuver is completed • Vehicle speed greater than 18 mph (30 km/h) when searching for a parking space •...
Page 262: Parallel Parking Space Assistance Operation/Display
260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Performing 6 parking attempts to position the vehicle NOTE: If the vehicle is driven above approximately into the parking space. 15 mph (25 km/h), the EVIC will instruct the driver to slow down. If the vehicle is driven above approximately The ParkSense®...
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 display. You may switch to perpendicular parking if you clear of anything that may be overhanging or protrud- desire. Push the OK button on the left side steering wheel ing into the parking space (e.g., ladders, tailgates, etc. switch to change your parking space setting.
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Active ParkSense Searching Parking Space Found — Keep Moving Forward When an available parking space has been found, and the Once the vehicle is in position, you will be instructed to vehicle is not in position, you will be instructed to move place the shift lever into the REVERSE position.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 • If the system is canceled during the maneuver for any NOTE: reason, the driver must take control of the vehicle. • It is the driver’s responsibility to use the brake and accelerator during the semi-automatic parking maneu- ver.
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Check Entire Surroundings — Remove Hands From Check Entire Surroundings — Shift To Drive Steering Wheel After moving forward and checking your surroundings When the vehicle has been moved into the parallel park you may be instructed to place the shift lever into the position you will be instructed to place the shift lever into REVERSE position and move backward slowly into po-...
Page 267: Perpendicular Parking Space Assistance
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 Check Entire Surroundings — Shift To Reverse Active ParkSense Complete - Check Parking Position Your vehicle is now in the parallel park position. When Perpendicular Parking Space Assistance the maneuver is complete, the driver will be instructed to Operation/Display check the vehicle’s parking position.
Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE wheel switch to change your parking space setting to a clear of anything that may be overhanging or protrud- perpendicular maneuver. You may switch back to paral- ing into the parking space (e.g., ladders, tailgates, etc. lel parking if you desire.
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 Active ParkSense Searching Display Parking Space Found — Keep Moving Forward When an available parking space has been found, and the Once the vehicle is in position you will be instructed to vehicle is not in position, you will be instructed to move place the shift lever into the REVERSE position.
Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the system is canceled during the maneuver for any NOTE: reason, the driver must take control of the vehicle. • It is the driver’s responsibility to use the brake and accelerator during the semi-automatic parking maneu- ver.
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 Check Entire Surroundings — Remove Hands From Check Entire Surroundings — Shift To Drive Steering Wheel After moving forward and checking your surroundings When the vehicle has been moved into the perpendicular you may be instructed to place the shift lever into the park position you will be instructed to place the shift REVERSE position and move backward slowly into po- lever into the DRIVE position, move forward slowly, and...
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Parking Position message will be momentarily dis- played. Check Entire Surroundings - Shift To Reverse Your vehicle is now in the perpendicular park position. When the maneuver is complete, the driver will be Active ParkSense Complete - Check Parking Position instructed to check the vehicle’s parking position.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 CAUTION! WARNING! • The ParkSense® Active Park Assist system is only • Drivers must be careful when performing parallel a parking aid and it is unable to recognize every or perpendicular parking maneuvers even when obstacle, including small obstacles.
Page 274: Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF WARNING! (Continued) EQUIPPED • Before using the ParkSense® Active Park Assist Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear system, it is strongly recommended that the ball Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever...
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 vehicle is shifted into PARK or the ignition is switched to When enabled, fixed guide lines are overlaid on the the OFF position. A touch screen control (soft button) to image to illustrate the width of the vehicle. disable display of the camera image is made available Different colored zones indicate the distance to the rear of when the vehicle is not in REVERSE gear.
Page 276: Turning Parkview® On Or Off - With
274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be Drivers must be careful when backing up even when driven slowly when using ParkView® to be able to using the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera. Always stop in time when an obstacle is seen.
Page 277: Turning Parkview® On Or Off - With Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4An
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 4. Press the check box soft key next to “Parkview® 4. Press the “Parkview Backup camera” softkey to turn Backup Camera” to enable/disable. the ParkView® system ON or OFF. NOTE: A check mark will appear in the selection box to NOTE: A check mark will appear in the selection box to indicate the system is turned ON.
Page 278: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink®...
Page 279: Programming A Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons. • If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) Firmly press and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
Page 281: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
Page 282: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To program the remaining two HomeLink® buttons, Canadian/Gate Operator Programming repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT For programming transmitters in Canada/United States erase the channels. that require the transmitter signals to “time-out” after several seconds of transmission.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- and observe the indicator light. gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
Page 284: Using Homelink
282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Without releasing button proceed with The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is disabled when “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” Step 2 and the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow all remaining steps. Troubleshooting Tips Using HomeLink® If you are having trouble programming HomeLink®, To operate, press and release the programmed here are some of the most common solutions:...
Page 285: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 General Information WARNING! This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry • Your motorized door or gate will open and close Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following while you are programming the universal trans- two conditions: ceiver.
Page 286: Power Sunroof With Power Shade - If
284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE — IF The power shade switch is located to the right between EQUIPPED the sun visors on the overhead console. The power sunroof switch is located to the left between the sun visors on the overhead console.
Page 287: Opening Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! A comfort stop position and full open position are the • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and programmed automatic stops for the sunroof open posi- do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle. Do tions.
Page 288: Opening Sunroof - Manual Mode
286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express A comfort stop position is a programmed automatic stop Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop for the sunroof open position.
Page 289: Opening Power Shade - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 NOTE: If the sunshade is in the closed position when the the full-open position. Any release of the switch will stop vent switch is pressed, the sunshade will automatically the movement and the shade will remain in a partially cycle to the halfway open position prior to the sunroof opened condition until the switch is pushed and held opening to the Vent position.
Page 290: Closing Power Shade - Manual Mode
288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Closing Power Shade — Manual Mode Wind Buffeting To close the shade, press and hold the switch in the Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of forward position. Any release of the switch will stop the pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the movement and the shade will remain in a partially closed ears.
Page 291: Ignition Off Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 Ignition Off Operation Sky Slider™ Usage Precautions For Vehicles Not Equipped With The Electronic Vehicle NOTE: Information Center (EVIC) • The system will not operate when ambient tempera- The power sunroof switch will remain active for 45 ture is at –4°F (–20°C) or lower.
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Never attempt to open or close the Sky Slider™ Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries when it is frozen. Wait until the Sky Slider™ is that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and thawed before operating.
Page 293: Sky Slider™ Control
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 291 Sky Slider™ Control WARNING! (Continued) The Sky Slider™ switch is located between the sun visors • If potential danger exists while opening or closing on the overhead console. the Sky Slider™ in Automatic Mode, press and release the switch immediately to interrupt the NOTE: The Sky Slider™...
Page 294: Closing The Sky Slider
292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To resume the operation from a partially open posi- Closing The Sky Slider™ tion, press and release the switch a second time. Using Automatic Mode • The Sky Slider™ will not open from the front and the Press and release the button in the center of the switch rear at the same time.
Page 295: Anti-Pinch Protect Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 293 Manual Override WARNING! The Sky Slider™ drive motors are mounted to the roof There is no anti-pinch protection when the Sky above the cargo lamp. In the event that your vehicle Slider™ is almost closed. Be sure to clear all objects losses battery power, you can close the Sky Slider™...
Page 296: Sky Slider™ Maintenance
294 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sky Slider™ Maintenance NOTE: • All accessories connected to the “battery” powered Refer to “Sky Slider™ Top Care” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. outlets should be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS discharge.
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 295 Front Power Outlet Rear Power Outlet In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a power WARNING! outlet located in the storage area of the center console. To avoid serious injury or death: The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo •...
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not touch with wet hands. • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, • Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the bat- vehicle.
Page 299: Power Inverter - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 297 POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED 150 Watts. Certain high-end video games, such as Play- station3 and XBox360 will exceed this power limit, as will most power tools. To turn on the power inverter outlet, simply plug in the device.
Page 300: Wireless Charging Pad - If Equipped
298 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WIRELESS CHARGING PAD — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use. •...
Page 301: Wireless Charging Pad Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 299 your Qi enabled mobile phone. Qi is a standard that uses 2. Adjust the position of the mobile phone on the pad magnetic induction to transfer power to your mobile until charging begins. device.
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The initial adjustment will only need to be done WARNING! once as long as only one mobile phone is used. If a different mobile phone is used, the cradle will need to be Do not place metal object(s) between the mobile readjusted.
Page 303: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 301 CUPHOLDERS There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers, located in the center armrest. There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers, located in the center console. Rear Cupholders Front Cupholders...
Page 304: Storage
302 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Glove Box Storage Compartment The glove box storage compartment is located on the passengers side of the instrument panel. Pull outward on the latch to open the storage compartment. There is also an additional storage bin located above the instrument panel in the center of the dash.
Page 305: Console Storage Compartment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 303 Console Storage Compartment To open, pull up on the latch and lift the cover. Some vehicles may be equipped with a wireless charging pad located in the upper portion of the center console. Refer to Wireless Charging Pad-If Equipped in this section for more information.
Page 306: Cargo Area Features
304 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The center console has a storage area which can hold cell WARNING! phones, PDAs, and other small items. Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving.
Page 307 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 305 Rear Storage Bin Cargo Tie-Down Hooks And Loops The rear storage bins are located in the rear of the vehicle The tie-downs located on the cargo area floor should be on the sides of the load floor. used to secure loads safely when the vehicle is moving.
Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of The weight and position of cargo and passengers can the seatback. This could impair visibility or be- change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle come a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or handling.
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 307 The cover rolls away neatly inside its housing when not in use. You can also remove the cover from the vehicle to make more room in the cargo area. To install the cover, position it in the vehicle so that the flat side of the housing faces upward.
Page 310: Rear Window Features
308 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! In a collision, a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle. Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compart- ment.
Page 311: Rear Window Defroster
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 309 and operate for several wipe cycles after the end of the Rear Window Defroster lever is released, and then resume the intermittent inter- val previously selected. The rear window defroster button is located on If the lever is pushed while the wiper is in the off the switch bank by the manual climate controls.
Page 312: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
310 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! NOTE: Roof rack and crossbars cannot be used on Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to vehicles equipped with Skyslider®. the heating elements: The load carried on the roof, when equipped with a •...
Page 313 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 311 CAUTION! WARNING! • To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do Cargo must be securely tied down before driving not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity. your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the Always distribute heavy loads as evenly as pos- vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per- sible and secure the load appropriately.
Page 315: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..315 Driver Assist Menu ....354 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —...
Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED ..382 Manual Climate Controls Without Touch-Screen — If Equipped ......386 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL —...
Page 317: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Demister Outlet 5 — Instrument Cluster 9 — Passenger Air Bag 13 — Stop/Start Ignition Button 2 — Air Outlet 6 — Electronic Speed Controls 10 — Glove Compartment 14 —...
Page 318: Instrument Cluster - Base
316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE...
Page 319: Instrument Cluster - Premium
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
Page 320: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 5. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display/ Odometer Display 1. Tachometer The odometer display shows the total distance the ve- Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute hicle has been driven. (RPM x 1000).
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 When the appropriate conditions exist, this display has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake messages.
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the NOTE: ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position, have • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC the light inspected by an authorized dealer. Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 10. Speedometer NOTE: If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. Indicates vehicle speed. 13. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light 11. Seat Belt Reminder Light Each tire, including the spare (if provided), When the ignition switch is first turned to the should be checked monthly when cold and ON/RUN position, this light will turn on for four...
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to as intended.
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- CAUTION! (Continued) ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera- or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to tion or sensor damage may result when using re- exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 17. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) WARNING! The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or an onboard diagnostic system called OBD II that others could be badly burned by steam or boiling monitors engine and automatic transmission con- coolant.
Page 328: Electronic Vehicle Information Center
326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 18. Vehicle Security Light CAUTION! This light will flash rapidly for approximately Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine arming.
Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches mounted on the steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the following: • Speedometer • Vehicle Info • Driver Assist •...
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • UP Arrow Button The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the UP arrow button to scroll wheel: upward through the main menu and sub- menus (Main Gauge, MPH/km/h, Vehicle Info, Terrain, Driver Assist, Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Audio, Stored Messages, Screen Set Up).
Page 331: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays - 3.5" Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 • BACK/LEFT Arrow Button Press and release the LEFT arrow button to access the information screens or sub-menu screens of a main menu item. • OK Button Press the OK button to access/select the information screens or sub-menu screens of a main menu item.
Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the light remains on when the parking brake has been NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake tions.
Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by 3. Engine Temperature Warning Light turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the This light warns of an overheated engine condi- ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for ap- tion.
Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Unstored Messages messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn- ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall This message type is displayed indefinitely or until into several categories: the condition that activated the message is cleared. •...
Page 335 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 5. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) — If Equipped 6. Brake Warning Light The Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system This light monitors various brake functions, provides the driver with visual and steering including brake fluid level and parking brake torque warnings when the vehicle starts to drift application.
Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- WARNING! ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on dangerous.
Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is 10. Reconfigurable Telltale Display applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- • Transmission Temperature Warning Light tion. This light indicates that there is excessive trans- mission fluid temperature that might occur NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is with severe usage such as trailer towing.
Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Malfunction WARNING! This light will turn on when a ACC is not operating and needs service. For further infor- If you continue operating the vehicle when the mation, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi- (ACC)”...
Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 • Selec Speed Control Indicator — If Equipped 11. Dedicated Speed Warning Telltale — If Equipped The symbol illuminates and is active only in This area displays the dedicated speed warn- 4WD Low range when either the HDC switch ing telltale.
Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 14. Reconfigurable Telltale Display NOTE: • Power Steering System Over Temperature — If • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- Equipped tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under If the “POWER STEERING SYSTEM OVER these conditions there will be a substantial increase TEMP”...
Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • Oil Pressure Warning Light If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. light should turn on momentarily when the engine •...
Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL required. You may experience reduced performance, an 16. SERV 4WD Indicator Light — If Equipped elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may This light alerts the driver that the 4WD is in need of require towing.
Page 343: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays - 7" Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) CAUTION! (Continued) Displays — 7” Display “H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle The EVIC displays are located in the center portion of the with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer cluster and consists of eight sections: drops back into the normal range.
Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 2. EVIC Selectable Display Area The Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system This area displays selectable information (Compass, provides the driver with visual and steering Temp, Range to Empty, Trip, Average MPG). torque warnings when the vehicle starts to drift 3.
Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 If the light remains on when the parking brake has been NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake tions.
Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn- turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall ON/RUN position.
Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 Examples of this message type are “Turn Signal On” 6. Dedicated Speed Warning Telltale — If Equipped (if a turn signal is left on) and “Lights On” (if driver This area displays the dedicated speed warn- leaves the vehicle).
Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Electronic Speed Control SET 9. Reconfigurable Telltale Area • Hill Descent Indicator — If Equipped This light will turn on when the electronic speed control is SET. For further information, The symbol illuminates (is armed) when the refer to “Electronic Speed Control”...
Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 11. Instructional Area CAUTION! This area will display text to the visual warnings (i.e., Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera- “Push Brake To Start”). ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause 12. Amber Reconfigurable Telltale Display severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Rear Axle Lock Indicator — If Equipped Low range provides a greater gear reduction ratio to This light indicates when the rear axle lock has provide increased torque at the wheels. been activated. For further information on four-wheel drive opera- tion and proper use, refer to “Four-Wheel Drive Operation —...
Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 • LaneSense Service — If Equipped the same as it was before the repair or service. If s/he This telltale will turn on to indicate that the cannot do so, then the odometer must be set at zero, Lane Sense Departure has detected a failure.
Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Temperature Gauge CAUTION! (Continued) The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem- remains on the “H” and you hear continuous chimes, perature. Any reading within the normal range indi- turn the engine off immediately and call an autho- cates that the engine cooling system is operating rized dealer for service.
Page 353 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 • Power Steering System Over Temperature — If 14. Red Reconfigurable Telltale Display • Engine Temperature Warning Light Equipped If the “POWER STEERING SYSTEM OVER This light warns of an overheated engine condi- TEMP” message and a icon are displayed on tion.
Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Pressure Warning Light NOTE: This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- light should turn on momentarily when the engine tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under is started.
Page 355: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting required. You may experience reduced performance, an Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light require towing.
Page 356: Driver Assist Menu
354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Unless reset, this message will continue to display each 3. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the position or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position if OFF/LOCK position.
Page 357: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Messages
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 SPress the ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) ON/ The ACC screen may display once again if any ACC OFF button (located on the steering wheel) until one of activity occurs, which may include any of the following: the following displays in the EVIC: •...
Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled • Tire Pressure Screen With Low Tire(s) “Inflate Tire to XX” • Service Airbag System • Service Tire Pressure System • Traction Control Off • Parking Brake Engaged • Washer Fluid Low •...
Page 359 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 • Key in Ignition • Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled • Key in Ignition Lights On • Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled • Remote Start Active Key to Run • Front Seatbelts Unbuckled • Remote Start Active Push Start Button •...
Page 360: Evic Selectable Menu Items
358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Transmission Cool Ready to Drive Digital Speedometer • Service Transmission Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow • Service Shifter button until the Digital display icon is high- • Engage Park Brake to Prevent Rolling lighted in the EVIC.
Page 361 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 Transmission Temperature – Automatic Transmission If one or more tires have low pressure, “Inflate Tire To Only XX” is displayed with the vehicle ICON and the tire pressure values in each corner of the ICON with the Oil Temp pressure value of the low tire displayed in a different Coolant Temperature...
Page 362 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Average Fuel Economy Fuel Economy • Elapsed Time Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow Hold the OK button to reset all the information. button until the Fuel Economy icon is highlighted. Stored Messages •...
Page 363: Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 Screen Setup Upper Left • None Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow • Compass button until the Screen Setup display icon is • Outside Temp (default setting) highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the OK button to enter the sub-menus.
Page 364 362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Upper Right Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default Settings) • None • Cancel • Compass (default setting) • Okay • Outside Temp Center • Oil Temp • None • Time • Compass • Range To Empty (RTE) •...
Page 365: Uconnect® Settings
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 • Trip B • Audio Information • Menu Title (Default Setting) Uconnect® SETTINGS The Uconnect® system uses a combination of soft and hard keys located on the center of the instrument panel that allows you to access and change the customer programmable features.
Page 366: Hard-Keys
364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Hard-Keys Hard-Keys are located below the Uconnect® system in the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right side of the Climate Controls in the center of the instrument panel. Turn the control knob to scroll through menus and change settings (i.e., 30, 60, 90), press the center of the control knob one or more times to select or change a...
Page 367: Soft-Keys
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 Soft-Keys next to the setting, showing that setting has been se- lected. Once the setting is complete, either press the Back Soft-Keys are accessible on the Uconnect® display. Arrow soft-key or the Back hard-key to return to the Customer Programmable Features —...
Page 368 366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Display Brightness With Headlights ON language soft-key until a check-mark appears next to the language, showing that setting has been selected. Touch When in this display, you may select the brightness with the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. the headlights on.
Page 369 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 • Touchscreen Beep Clock After pressing the Clock soft-key the following settings When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the will be available. sound heard when a touch screen button (soft-key) is pressed.
Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Time Minutes Safety / Assistance After pressing the Safety / Assistance soft-key the fol- When in this display, you may adjust the minutes. The lowing settings will be available: Sync with GPS Time soft-key must be unchecked. To make your selection, touch the + or - soft-keys to adjust •...
Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 • Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Active Braking — lane departures. The LDW sensitivity can be set to If Equipped provide either an early, medium or late warning zone start point. The FCW system includes Advanced Brake Assist (ABA). When this feature is selected, it will apply the brakes to For further information, refer to “Lane Departure Warn- slow your vehicle in case of potential forward collision.
Page 372 370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ParkSense® Active Park Assist — If Equipped Refer to “EVIC settings” or “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind formation. the vehicle when the transmission shift lever is in RE- •...
Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 Refer to “ParkSense® Rear Park Assist” in “Understand- (BSM) system is activated and will only show a visual ing The Features Of Your Vehicle” for system function alert in the outside mirrors. When “Lights & Chime” and operating information.
Page 374 372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever center line overlay indicates the center of the vehicle to the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The image will be assist with parking or aligning to a hitch/receiver. displayed on the radio touchscreen display along with a •...
Page 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the engine is shut off. To change the Headlights Off Delay back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. setting, touch the Headlights Off Delay soft-key, and choose either 0 sec, 30 sec, 60 sec or 90 seconds.
Page 376 374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Daytime Running Lights – If Equipped The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature. To make When this feature is selected, the headlights will turn on your selection, touch the Headlights With Wipers soft- whenever the engine is running.
Page 377 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 • Flash Headlights With Lock opened. To make your selection, touch the Auto Unlock On Exit soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to When this feature is selected, the headlights will flash setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu.
Page 378 376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Sound Horn With Remote Start NOTE: If the vehicle is programmed 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks, all doors will unlock no matter which Passive When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when Entry equipped door handle is grasped.
Page 379 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 return to the previous menu. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N- Auto-On Comfort Go™” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”. After pressing the Auto-On Comfort soft-key the follow- • Memory To FOB — If Equipped ing settings will be available: •...
Page 380 378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Headlight Off Delay Seats soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle.
Page 381 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 • Perform Compass Calibration NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Laptop Touch the Calibration soft-key to change this setting. This Computers and Radar Detectors. This is where the com- compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to pass module is located, and it can cause interference with manually reset the compass.
Page 382 380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Equalizer • Surround Sound — If Equipped When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and This feature provides simulated surround sound mode. Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – To make your selection, touch the Surround Sound setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale soft-key, select On or Off followed by pressing the arrow...
Page 383 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 • Regional Radio Setup After pressing the Radio Setup soft-key the following When this feature is selected it forces regional service- settings will be available. following enabling automatic switching to network sta- tions. To change the Regional setting touch the Off or On •...
Page 384: Uconnect® Radios - If Equipped
382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Clear Personal Data iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED After pressing the Clear Personal Data Settings soft-key the following settings will be available: • Clear Personal Data When this feature is selected it will remove personal data including Bluetooth®...
Page 385: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 Located in the front storage area, this feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port. iPod® control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod® and iPhone® devices. Some iPod® software versions may not fully support the iPod®...
Page 386: Radio Operation
384 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing the center button will make the radio switch CD Player between the various modes available (AM/FM/SXM/ Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next CD/AUX, etc.). track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track, or to the The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a beginning of the previous track if it is within one second...
Page 387: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective coating To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, precautions: or have protection encoding.
Page 388: Climate Controls
386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. This system can be operated through either the controls on the instrument panel or through the Uconnect® system dis- play.
Page 389 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 Front Blower Control Temperature Control There are seven blower speeds. Use Use this control to regulate the tem- this control to regulate the amount of perature of the air inside the passenger air forced through the system in any compartment.
Page 390 388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MAX A/C Mode Control (Air Direction) For maximum cooling, when MAX A/C is selected the A/C is turned on automatically and the air is Mode control allows you to choose recirculated. from several patterns of air distribu- tion.
Page 391 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 Bi-Level Mode Mix Mode Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. Air is directed through the floor, defrost and side window demist outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat at the NOTE: There is a difference in temperature (in any windshield.
Page 392 390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • In cold or damp weather, the use of the Recirculation Recirculation Control mode will cause windows to fog on the inside because Press this button to choose between outside air intake or of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. For maximum recirculation of the air inside the vehicle.
Page 393: Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 Economy Mode Manual Climate Controls With Touch-Screen — If Equipped If ECONOMY mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn off the LED indicator and the A/C compressor. Hard-Keys Rotate the temperature control knob to the desired tem- The hard-keys located below the Uconnect®...
Page 394 392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Soft-Keys Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. Uconnect® 8.4 Manual Temperature Controls — Soft-keys Uconnect® 5.0 Manual Temperature Controls — Soft-keys...
Page 395 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And 4. Front Defrost Button Soft-keys) Press and release to change the current airflow setting to 1. MAX A/C Button Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates when this fea- ture is ON. Air comes from the windshield and side Press and release to change the current setting, the window demist outlets.
Page 396 394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Blower Control CAUTION! Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to forced through the climate system. There are seven the heating elements: blower speeds available. Adjusting the blower will cause •...
Page 397 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 • Bi-Level Mode 7. Modes Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, through the defrost and side window demister outlets.
Page 398 396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in MIX 10. Temperature Control Up Button (Uconnect® 8.4) and DEFROST modes even if the A/C button is not Provides temperature control. Push the hard-key button pressed. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the wind- for warmer temperature settings or on the touch-screen, shield.
Page 399: Automatic Climate Controls With Touch-Screen
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 Automatic Climate Controls With Touch-Screen — Soft-Keys If Equipped Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. Hard-Keys The hard-keys located below the Uconnect® screen. Uconnect® 8.4 Automatic Temperature Controls — Soft-keys Uconnect® Automatic Climate Controls — Hard-keys...
Page 400 398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And 4. AUTO Operation Button Soft-keys) Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by 1. MAX A/C Button adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch between Press and release to change the current setting, the manual mode and automatic modes.
Page 401 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 6. Rear Defrost Button CAUTION! (Continued) Press and release this button to turn on the rear window • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An window cleaners on the interior surface of the indicator will illuminate when the rear window defroster is window.
Page 402 400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 8. Passenger Temperature Control Down Button 10. Blower Control Provides the passenger with independent temperature Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air control. Push the hard-key button for cooler temperature forced through the climate system. There are seven settings or on the touch-screen, press and slide the blower speeds available.
Page 403 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 401 • Bi-Level Mode 11. Modes The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed demist outlets and defrost outlets.
Page 404: Climate Control Functions
402 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Climate Control OFF Button settings or on the touch-screen, press and slide the soft-key temperature bar towards the red arrow soft-key Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control for warmer temperature settings. ON/OFF.
Page 405 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 403 NOTE: In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position can be adjusted to desired user settings. Pressing other settings • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch to the select Defrost mode and increase blower speed.
Page 406: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
404 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) lead to excessive window fogging. The recirculation Automatic Operation feature may be unavailable (soft button greyed out) if conditions exist that could create fogging on the inside of 1.
Page 407 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 405 NOTE: Manual Operation Override • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for The system allows for manual selection of blower speed, air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation con- cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts trol.
Page 408: Operating Tips
406 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips Vacation Storage Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air suggested control settings for various weather condi- conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the tions.
Page 409 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 407 NOTE: enter the plenum, they could plug the water drains. In Winter months, make sure the air intake is clear of ice, • Recirculate without A/C should not be used for long slush, and snow. periods, as fogging may occur.
Page 410 408 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 411: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....414 Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .420 Normal Starting..... . .414 Nine–Speed Automatic Transmission .
Page 412 410 STARTING AND OPERATING SRear Electronic Locker (E-Locker) System – If ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB)..445 Equipped ......436 Auto Park Brake .
Page 413 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..466 Tire Pressure ......485 ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Tire Inflation Pressures .
Page 414 412 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .500 Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release..518 Base System ......503 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message .
Page 415 STARTING AND OPERATING 413 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle . .534 Recreational Towing — 4WD Models with 1-Speed Power Transfer Unit....536 Recreational Towing —...
Page 416: Starting Procedures
414 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. in a location accessible to children, and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with WARNING! Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 417: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 415 within 10 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK Extended Park Starting position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal NOTE: Extended Park condition occurs when the ve- Starting” procedure. hicle has not been started or driven for at least 35 days. Tip Start Feature 1.
Page 418: If Engine Fails To Start
416 STARTING AND OPERATING If Engine Fails To Start WARNING! (Continued) • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster WARNING! cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the battery or the battery in another vehicle.
Page 419: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 417 switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure. hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. CAUTION! WARNING! To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15...
Page 420 418 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure has come to a complete stop and the engine is at those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, idle speed.
Page 421: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 419 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the number of reasons.
Page 422: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
420 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System speeds (refer to Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock Sys- tem in this section). Select the DRIVE range for normal This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift driving. Interlock system (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in PARK unless the brakes are applied.
Page 423: Gear Ranges
STARTING AND OPERATING 421 Operation in this section for further information). Mov- Gear Ranges ing the shift lever into the ERS (-/+) position (beside the DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or DRIVE position) displays the current gear in the instru- NEUTRAL into another gear range.
Page 424 422 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before WARNING! (Continued) shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others the transmission locking mechanism may make it diffi- if it is not completely in PARK.
Page 425 STARTING AND OPERATING 423 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 426 424 STARTING AND OPERATING • Look at the transmission gear position display and CAUTION! verify that it indicates the PARK position. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever must place the ignition from the LOCK/OFF posi- will not move out of PARK.
Page 427 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 DRIVE (D) WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 428 426 STARTING AND OPERATING If the transmission operating temperature exceeds nor- “Note” under “Torque Converter Clutch” in this section). mal operating limits, the transmission controller may Normal operation will resume once the transmission modify the transmission shift schedule, reduce engine temperature has risen to a suitable level.
Page 429 STARTING AND OPERATING 427 to operate. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your driven to an authorized dealer for service without dam- earliest possible convenience.
Page 430: Four-Wheel Drive Operation
428 STARTING AND OPERATING Moving the shift lever to the ERS position (beside NOTE: To select the proper gear position for maximum DRIVE) will activate ERS mode, display the current gear deceleration (engine braking), simply press and hold the in the instrument cluster, and maintain that gear as the shift lever forward (-).
Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 Additionally, on dry pavement under heavy throttle input (where one may have no wheel spin), torque will be sent to the rear in a pre-emptive effort to improve vehicle launch and performance characteristics. CAUTION! All wheels must have the same size and type tires. Unequal tire sizes must not be used.
Page 432: 2-Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4Wd) - If Equipped
430 STARTING AND OPERATING 2–Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) — If Equipped Selec-Terrain Switch The Four-Wheel Drive is fully automatic in the normal driving mode. The Selec-Terrain buttons provide three 2–Speed 4WD Switch selectable mode positions: • 4WD LOW • REAR LOCK (If Equipped) •...
Page 433: Shift Positions
STARTING AND OPERATING 431 When additional traction is required, the 4WD LOW Because four-wheel drive provides improved traction, range position can be used to provide an additional gear there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping reduction which allows for increased torque to be deliv- speeds.
Page 434: Shifting Procedures
432 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Refer to “Selec-Terrain® – If Equipped” for fur- WARNING! ther information on the various positions and their intended usages. You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the power transfer unit in Shifting Procedures the NEUTRAL (N) position without first fully engag- Shifting Into 4WD LOW...
Page 435 STARTING AND OPERATING 433 Shifting Out Of 4WD LOW With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h), the ignition switch in the ON position or the engine running, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL, and press the “4WD LOW”...
Page 436 434 STARTING AND OPERATING • Shifting into or out of 4WD LOW is possible with the WARNING! (Continued) vehicle completely stopped; however, difficulty may the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move occur due to the mating clutch teeth not being prop- regardless of the transmission position.
Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 6. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, press and hold the 7. After the shift is completed and the NEUTRAL light recessed power transfer unit NEUTRAL (N) button (lo- stays on, release the NEUTRAL (N) button. cated above the selector switch) for four seconds.
Page 438: Equipped
436 STARTING AND OPERATING Rear Electronic Locker (E-Locker) System – If Deactivating the Rear E-Locker System Equipped To deactivate the Rear E-Locker System, the following conditions must be met: The Rear E-Locker System features a mechanical locking rear differential to provide better traction in the 4WD 1.
Page 439: Selec-Terrain
STARTING AND OPERATING 437 • When disengaging Rear E-Locker, the indicator lights • The Rear E-Locker System must be disengaged prior to in the instrument cluster and on the REAR LOCK taking the vehicle out of 4WD LOW range. If 4WD button will begin to flash.
Page 440 438 STARTING AND OPERATING • Snow – Tuning set for additional stability in inclement weather. Use on and off road on loose traction surfaces such as snow. When in SNOW mode (depending on certain operating conditions), the transmission may use second gear (rather than first gear) during launches, to minimize wheel slippage.
Page 441: On-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 439 • Rock – Off-road calibration only available in 4WD ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS LOW range. Traction based tuning with improved Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a steer-ability for use on high traction off-road surfaces. narrower track to make them capable of performing in a Use for low speed obstacles such as large rocks, deep wide variety of off-road applications.
Page 442: Off-Road Driving Tips
440 STARTING AND OPERATING OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS CAUTION! When To Use 4WD LOW Range When driving through water, do not exceed 5 mph When off-road driving, shift to 4WD LOW for additional (8 km/h). Always check water depth before entering traction and control on slippery or difficult terrain, as a precaution, and check all fluids afterward.
Page 443: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
STARTING AND OPERATING 441 Flowing Water Maintenance If the water is swift flowing and rising (as in storm After driving through deep water, inspect your vehicle run-off) avoid crossing until the water level recedes fluids and lubricants (engine, transmission, Power Trans- and/or the flow rate is reduced.
Page 444: Hill Climbing
442 STARTING AND OPERATING Avoid abrupt downshifts on icy or slippery roads be- WARNING! cause engine braking may cause skidding and loss of control. If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, never Hill Climbing attempt to turn around.
Page 445: Traction Downhill
STARTING AND OPERATING 443 • Completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle. Traction Downhill Check tires, body structure, steering, suspension, and Shift the transmission into a low gear and the 4WD exhaust system for damage. System to 4WD LOW range or Select Hill Descent •...
Page 446: Power Steering
444 STARTING AND OPERATING light efforts while parking and good feel while driving. If WARNING! the electric steering system experiences a fault that reduces assist or prevents the vehicle from providing Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause assist, you will still have the ability to steer the vehicle excessive wear or unpredictable braking.
Page 447: Electric Parking Brake (Epb)
STARTING AND OPERATING 445 NOTE: The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked. Before leaving the • Even if the power steering assistance is no longer vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is applied. operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle.
Page 448 446 STARTING AND OPERATING on the brake pedal while you apply the parking brake, you may notice a small amount of brake pedal move- ment. The park brake can be applied even when the ignition switch if OFF, however, it can only be released when the ignition switch is ON.
Page 449 STARTING AND OPERATING 447 To release the park brake manually, the ignition switch WARNING! must be ON. Put your foot on the brake pedal, then push • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the the parking brake switch down momentarily. You may hear a slight whirring sound from the back of the car parking brake.
Page 450 448 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or If the Brake System Warning Light remains on with in a location accessible to children, and do not the parking brake released, a brake system malfunc- leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N- tion is indicated.
Page 451: Auto Park Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 449 reaches approximately 3 mph, the parking brake will the automatic transmission is placed in PARK, or with a remain engaged. manual transmission, whenever the ignition switch is turned off. Auto Park Brake is enabled and disabled by WARNING! customer selection through the customer programmable features section of the Uconnect®...
Page 452: Brake Service Mode
450 STARTING AND OPERATING Safehold can be temporarily bypassed by pressing the Service Mode has requirements that must be met in order Electric Park Brake Switch while the driver door is open. to be activated: Once manually bypassed, Safehold will be enabled again •...
Page 453: Anti-Lock Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 451 All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and WARNING! type, and tires must be properly inflated, to produce accurate signals for the computer. You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle.
Page 454 452 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! • Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish The ABS is subject to possible detrimental effects of their effectiveness and may lead to a collision. electronic interference caused by improperly in- Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just stalled aftermarket radios or telephones.
Page 455: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 453 • Engines may idle at higher speeds during warm-up, ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM which could cause rear wheels to spin and result in Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic loss of vehicle control. Be especially careful while brake control system commonly referred to as ESC.
Page 456: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
454 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) WARNING! (Continued) This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control dangerous manner, which could jeopardize the user’s under adverse braking conditions. The system controls safety or the safety of others. hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking.
Page 457: Brake Assist System (Bas)
STARTING AND OPERATING 455 or the “Full Off” mode. Refer to “Electronic Stability WARNING! Control (ESC)” in this section for further information. The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the Brake Assist System (BAS) natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing capability during emergency braking maneuvers.
Page 458: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
456 STARTING AND OPERATING applies the appropriate brake and may also reduce WARNING! (Continued) engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will rollovers, especially those that involve leaving the occur. ERM will only intervene during very severe or roadway or striking objects or other vehicles.
Page 459 STARTING AND OPERATING 457 The following conditions must be met in order for HSA to WARNING! activate: There may be situations where the Hill Start Assist • The vehicle must be stopped. (HSA) will not activate and slight rolling may occur, •...
Page 460 458 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing With HSA WARNING! (Continued) HSA will provide assistance during acceleration on an • Failure to follow these warnings can result in a incline while towing a trailer. collision or serious personal injury. WARNING! Disabling And Enabling HSA •...
Page 461: Hill Descent Control (Hdc) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 459 Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped HDC has three states: 1. Off (feature is not enabled and will not activate) 2. Enabled (feature is enabled and ready but activation conditions are not met, or driver is actively overriding with brake or throttle application) 3.
Page 462 460 STARTING AND OPERATING • 4th = 2.5 mph (4 km/h) Activating HDC • 5th = 3.1 mph (5 km/h) Once HDC is enabled it will activate automatically if driven down a grade of sufficient magnitude (greater • 6th = 3.7 mph (6 km/h) than approximately 8%).
Page 463 STARTING AND OPERATING 461 • The driveline is shifted out of 4WD Low Range. Deactivating HDC • The parking brake is applied. HDC will be deactivated but remain available if any of the following conditions occur: • Driver door opens. •...
Page 464: Selec Speed Control (Ssc) - If Equipped
462 STARTING AND OPERATING • The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash for several WARNING! (Continued) seconds then extinguish when the driver presses the must remain attentive to the driving conditions and HDC switch but enable conditions are not met. is responsible for maintaining a safe vehicle speed.
Page 465 STARTING AND OPERATING 463 • Transmission is in any selection other than P Enabling SSC • Vehicle speed is below 20 mph SSC is enabled by pressing the SSC switch, but the following conditions must also be met to enable SSC: The set speed for SSC is selectable by the driver, and can •...
Page 466 464 STARTING AND OPERATING • 7th= 4.3 mph (7 km/h) NOTE: • 8th = 5 mph (8 km/h) • During SSC the ERS +/- shifter input is used for SSC target speed selection but will not affect the gear • 9th = 5.6 mph (9 km/h) chosen by the transmission.
Page 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 • The parking brake is applied. Deactivating SSC • Driver door opens. SSC will be deactivated but remain available if any of the following conditions occur: • The vehicle is driven greater than 20 mph for greater •...
Page 468: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
466 STARTING AND OPERATING • The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash for several Electronic Stability Control (ESC) seconds then extinguish when the driver presses the This system enhances directional control and stability of SSC switch but enable conditions are not met. the vehicle under various driving conditions.
Page 469 STARTING AND OPERATING 467 The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” lo- WARNING! (Continued) cated in the instrument cluster will start to flash as soon hydroplaning. ESC also cannot prevent collisions as the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes resulting from loss of vehicle control due to inappro- active.
Page 470 468 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC On – Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles And Four-Wheel The “ESC Off” button is located in the lower switch bank Drive Vehicles In 2WD And 4WD High Range above the climate control. To enter the “Partial Off” mode, momentarily press the “ESC Off”...
Page 471 STARTING AND OPERATING 469 The “ESC Off” button is located in the lower switch bank WARNING! above the climate control panel. To enter “Full Off” • When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality mode, press and hold the “ESC Off” button for five seconds while the vehicle is stopped with the engine of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de- running.
Page 472: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
470 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • “Full Off” is the only operating mode for ESC in 4WD engage to assist in maintaining stability. “Full Off” LOW range. The ESC system will be in this mode mode is only intended for off-highway or off-road whenever the vehicle is started in 4WD LOW range or use.
Page 473: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 471 • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESC system speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem will be ON even if it was turned off previously. diagnosed and corrected.
Page 474: Ready Alert Braking (Rab)
472 STARTING AND OPERATING appropriate wheel(s) to counteract the sway of the trailer. WARNING! TSC will become active automatically once an excessively swaying trailer is recognized. If the TSC activates while driving, slow the vehicle down, stop at the nearest safe location, and adjust the Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the trailer load to eliminate trailer sway.
Page 475: Rain Brake Support (Rbs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 473 Rain Brake Support (RBS) optimal steering behavior in order to reach/maintain vehicle stability. The only notification the driver receives Rain Brake Support may improve braking performance that the feature is active is the torque applied to the in wet conditions.
Page 476: Tire Safety Information
474 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 477 STARTING AND OPERATING 475 • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into into the sidewall.
Page 478 476 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: 10.5 = Section width in inches (in) R = Construction code — R means radial construction — D means diagonal or bias construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index —...
Page 479: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 477 EXAMPLE: Load Identification: ..blank..= Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire Extra Load (XL) = Extra load (or reinforced) tire Light Load (LL) = Light load tire C, D, E, F, G = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load—...
Page 480 478 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation — This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
Page 481: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 479 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 482: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
480 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. B-Pillar Location For Tire And Loading Information Placard...
Page 483 STARTING AND OPERATING 481 Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) Number of people that can be carried in the ve- hicle. 2) Total weight your vehicle can carry. 3) Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4) Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires.
Page 484 482 STARTING AND OPERATING Loading To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle.
Page 485 STARTING AND OPERATING 483 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 486 484 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 487: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 485 Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 488: Tire Inflation Pressures
486 STARTING AND OPERATING stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle NOTE: to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
Page 489: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 487 • Inspect tires for signs of tire wear or visible damage. Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind CAUTION! when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the winter.
Page 490: Radial Ply Tires
488 STARTING AND OPERATING loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- Radial Ply Tires tion. Refer to your authorized tire dealer or original equipment vehicle dealer for recommended safe operat- WARNING! ing speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle WARNING!
Page 491: Tire Types
STARTING AND OPERATING 489 • The puncture is no greater than ¼ (6 mm). Summer Or Three Season Tires – If Equipped Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry additional information.
Page 492: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
490 STARTING AND OPERATING If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and Run Flat Tires – If Equipped type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles in sets of four;...
Page 493: Spare Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 491 Spare Tires – If Equipped rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option, refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended NOTE: For vehicles equipped with TIREFIT instead of a tire rotation pattern. spare tire, please refer to “TIREFIT KIT”...
Page 494 492 STARTING AND OPERATING wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire. to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use full size Do not install more than one compact spare tire and spare tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as wheel on the vehicle at any given time.
Page 495: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 493 Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In WARNING! Emergencies” for further information. Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- WARNING! stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.
Page 496: Life Of Tire
494 STARTING AND OPERATING tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for further infor- mation. Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: •...
Page 497: Replacement Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 495 Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for WARNING! the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six equipment tire sidewall.
Page 498: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
496 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 499 STARTING AND OPERATING 497 • Use on Front Tires Only Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Non-Trailhawk Models with a Two-Speed Power Takeoff Unit • Due to limited clearance, the following traction de- • The use of 7mm snow chains is permitted with 225/ vices are recommended: 65R17 and 225/60R18 tires.
Page 500 498 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Damage to Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Trailhawk important that only traction devices in good condi- Models may result if tire chains or traction devices tion are used. Broken devices can cause serious are used with original equipment size tires.
Page 501: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 499 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS diagram. This rotation pattern does not apply to some directional tires that must not be reversed. The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at different loads and perform different steering, handling, and braking functions.
Page 502: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
500 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) damage to the power transfer unit. Tire rotation schedule should be followed to balance tire wear. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- mended cold placard pressure.
Page 503 STARTING AND OPERATING 501 in “Starting and Operating” for information on how to Telltale Light” will turn off once the system receives the properly inflate the vehicle’s tires. The tire pressure will updated tire pressures. The vehicle may need to be also increase as the vehicle is driven.
Page 504 502 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, • The TPMS has been optimized for the original always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve warning have been established for the tire size stem, which could damage the Tire Pressure Moni- equipped on your vehicle.
Page 505: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 503 • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes Base System the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and monitor tire pressure levels.
Page 506 504 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings Service TPMS Warning When a system fault is detected, the “Tire Pressure The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 illuminate in the instrument cluster, a “LOW TIRE seconds and then remain on solid.
Page 507 STARTING AND OPERATING 505 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. Vehicles With Compact Spare 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPMS sensors. 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not moni- Vehicles With Full-Size Spare tor the pressure in the compact spare tire.
Page 508: Premium System - If Equipped
506 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and The TPMS consists of the following components: reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, • Receiver Module the TPMS will update automatically and the “TPMS •...
Page 509 STARTING AND OPERATING 507 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires. In addition, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display a Tire Low message for a minimum of five seconds, an Inflate to XX message and a graphic showing the pressure values of...
Page 510 508 STARTING AND OPERATING values in the graphic display in the EVIC will return to their original color, and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15.5 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information.
Page 511 STARTING AND OPERATING 509 If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, Vehicles With Full-Size Spare providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault 1. The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly no longer exists, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale has a tire pressure monitoring sensor that can be Light”...
Page 512 510 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The EVIC will display a graphic showing the tire 3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above pressure value in the same color as the other pressure 15.5 mph (25 km/h), the “TPMS Telltale Light” will values in place of the different color low tire pressure flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on value.
Page 513: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 511 low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active FUEL REQUIREMENTS road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 2.4L Engine 20 minutes above 15.5 mph (25 km/h) in order for the All engines are designed to meet all emis- TPMS to receive this information.
Page 514: Reformulated Gasoline
512 STARTING AND OPERATING consistent gasoline specifications (the Worldwide Fuel Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties necessary your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, and dura- high speeds can cause damage and should be reported to bility for your vehicle.
Page 515: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
STARTING AND OPERATING 513 Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Non-Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) is compatible with gasoline genates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenates containing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher etha- may be used in your vehicle.
Page 516: Mmt In Gasoline
514 STARTING AND OPERATING • Disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the Materials Added To Fuel engine controller memory. All gasoline sold in the United States is required to More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional exposure to E-85 fuel.
Page 517: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 515 Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition WARNING! malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune monoxide poisoning:...
Page 518: Adding Fuel
516 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. ADDING FUEL The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door, on the passenger side of the vehicle.
Page 519 STARTING AND OPERATING 517 • If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL will 2. Open the fuel filler door, and remove the fuel filler cap. come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time the vehicle is refueled. NOTE: •...
Page 520: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release
518 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Remove access door located on interior trim panel for WARNING! release cable with the tip of your key. • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the 3. Grab the release cable tether and pull up to release the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is fuel filler door.
Page 521: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 519 VEHICLE LOADING rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded. Certification Label Payload As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar.
Page 522 520 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Size values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents added. the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.
Page 523: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 521 items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed TRAILER TOWING equally. Stow all loose items securely before driving. In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect with your vehicle.
Page 524 522 STARTING AND OPERATING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle WARNING! (Continued) Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for vehicle. If you use a standard weight-carrying hitch, further information. you could lose control of your vehicle and cause a Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) collision.
Page 525 STARTING AND OPERATING 523 Trailer Sway Control – Mechanical WARNING! The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be It is important that you do not exceed the maximum installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue front or rear GAWR.
Page 526 524 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Distributing Hitch Weights (TW) and may be required depending on vehicle and trailer configuration / loading to comply with Gross A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) requirements. Weight Dis- age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used tribution hitched are recommended for loads in excess of for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg).
Page 527: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 525 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can Class IV - Extra Heavy 10,000 lbs (4 540 kg) tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Duty...
Page 528: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
526 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/ Maximum GTW Maximum Tongue Model Frontal Area Transmission (Gross Trailer Wt.) Wt. (See Note) 2.4L/Automatic 4x2 or 4x4 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m)
Page 529: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 527 Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
Page 530: Towing Requirements
528 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! (Continued) trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Page 531 STARTING AND OPERATING 529 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • When hauling cargo, or towing a trailer, do not • Total weight must be distributed between the tow overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can vehicle and the trailer such that the following four cause a loss of control, poor performance, or dam- ratings are not exceeded: age to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering,...
Page 532 530 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is sures before trailer usage. required when towing a trailer with electronically actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with •...
Page 533 STARTING AND OPERATING 531 Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights And Wiring WARNING! Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for hydraulic brake lines.
Page 534 532 STARTING AND OPERATING Four-Pin Connector Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn 2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn 3 — Ground 6 —...
Page 535: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 533 • When using the speed control, if you experience speed Towing Tips drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, you can get back to cruising speed. and backing the trailer in an area located away from •...
Page 536: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
534 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle 4WD Models Wheel OFF the Front-Wheel Drive 1-Speed Power 2-Speed Power Towing Condition Ground (FWD) Models Transfer Unit Transfer Unit Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED See Instructions: •...
Page 537 STARTING AND OPERATING 535 Recreational Towing — Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) 4. Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly, following Models the dolly manufacturer’s instructions. Automatic Transmission - If Equipped 5. Release the parking brake. DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain CAUTION! will result.
Page 538 536 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! Towing this vehicle with any of its wheels on the Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ground can cause severe transmission and/or power ments can cause severe engine and/or transmission transfer unit damage. Damage from improper towing damage.
Page 539 STARTING AND OPERATING 537 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Failure to follow these procedures can cause severe • DO NOT dolly tow any 4WD vehicle. Internal transmission and/or power transfer unit damage. damage to the transmission or power transfer unit Damage from improper towing is not covered un- will occur if a dolly is used when recreational der the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 540 538 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop and shift the WARNING! (Continued) transmission to PARK. position disengages both the front and rear drive- 2. Turn the engine OFF. shafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move, even if the transmission is in PARK.
Page 541 STARTING AND OPERATING 539 8. Start the engine. 9. Shift the transmission into REVERSE. 10. Release the brake pedal for five seconds and ensure that there is no vehicle movement. 11. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL. 12. Apply the parking brake. 13.
Page 542 540 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) • Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage. prior to pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must continue to be met until the shift has been completed.
Page 543 STARTING AND OPERATING 541 6. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, press and hold 7. When the NEUTRAL (N) indicator light turns off, the recessed power transfer unit NEUTRAL (N) button release the NEUTRAL (N) button. (located by the selector switch) for one second. 8.
Page 544 542 STARTING AND OPERATING • The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position 13. Press and hold the brake pedal. for a shift to take place and for the position indicator 14. Release the parking brake. lights to be operable. If the ignition switch is not in the 15.
Page 545: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...545 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..558 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ... .545 Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage .
Page 546 544 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...575 4x4 Models With 1–Speed Power Transfer Unit......578 Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models .
Page 547: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 545 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the switch bank below the radio screen. potential for overheating your engine by taking the appropriate action.
Page 548: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
546 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS an impending overheat condition: Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle.
Page 549 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 547 Wheel Mounting Surface Torque Patterns Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be nut/bolt has been tightened twice. sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated against the wheel.
Page 550: Tirefit Kit - If Equipped
548 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Storage WARNING! The TIREFIT kit is stowed under the load floor behind To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, the rear seat. do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has 1.
Page 551: Tirefit Kit Components And Operation
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 549 TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation 4. Power Button 5. Mode Select Knob 6. Sealant Hose (Clear) 7. Air Pump Hose (Black) 8. Power Plug Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Your TIREFIT kit is equipped with the following symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode.
Page 552: Tirefit Usage Precautions
550 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Selecting Sealant Mode TIREFIT Usage Precautions • Using the TIREFIT sealant may cause the Tire Pressure Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this position to inject the TIREFIT Sealant Monitoring System (TPMS) to become inoperable. It is recommended that you take your vehicle to an autho- and to inflate the tire.
Page 553 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 551 • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem WARNING! on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the TIREFIT kit. vehicle closest to traffic.
Page 554: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit
552 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of source. an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician • A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision immediately.
Page 555 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 553 kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the to place the valve stem in this position before proceed- valve stem.
Page 556 554 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and tire. the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6). If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 –...
Page 557 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 555 If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the pressure within 15 minutes: valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle •...
Page 558 556 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (D) Drive Vehicle: (E) After Driving: Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure to Use TIREFIT”...
Page 559 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 557 If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher: 5. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as pos- 1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn on TIREFIT and sible.
Page 560: Jacking And Tire Changing
558 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in the front of the housing. Press the bottle into the WARNING! housing.
Page 561: Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 559 WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
Page 562 560 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack and Spare Tire Fastener Jack and Tool Assembly 4. Remove the chocks. NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack with two attachment points. When the jack is partially 5. Remove the scissors jack and wheel bolt wrench from expanded, the tension between the two attachment the spare wheel as an assembly.
Page 563: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 561 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. WARNING! 3. Set the parking brake. A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or 4. Place the shift lever into PARK (automatic transmis- hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- sion) or REVERSE (manual transmission).
Page 564: Jacking Instructions
562 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a...
Page 565 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 563 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and wheel bolt wrench. 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the wheel bolts, use the wheel bolt wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle.
Page 566 564 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Locations Rear Jacking Location...
Page 567 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 565 Rear Jacking Engagement Point Front Jacking Location...
Page 568 566 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the wheel bolts and tire. 7.
Page 569 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 567 NOTE: • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. • Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” and to “Limited-Use Spare” under “Tires—General Information” in “Starting and Operating”...
Page 570 568 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 10. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack 12. Securely stow the jack, tools, chocks and flat tire. handle counterclockwise. 11. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage.
Page 571: Road Tire Installation
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 569 WARNING! WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has hicle.
Page 572: Jump-Starting Procedures
570 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the wheel bolt torque CAUTION! (Continued) with a torque wrench to ensure that all wheel bolts are than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, properly seated against the wheel.
Page 573: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 571 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
Page 574 572 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) post damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark or the discharged vehicle.
Page 575: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 573 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion.
Page 576 574 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that CAUTION! (Continued) will maintain the rocking motion without spinning the reduce the risk of clutch or transmission failure wheels or racing the engine. during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle. NOTE: Press the ESC Off switch (if necessary), to place •...
Page 577: Shift Lever Override
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 575 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. WARNING! (Continued) 5. Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool down into even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could the shift lever override access hole (at the right front explode and injure someone.
Page 578 576 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4X4 MODELS Towing Condition Wheels OFF FWD MOD- 1–SPEED 2–SPEED the Ground POWER TRANSFER POWER TRANSFER UNIT UNIT Flat Tow NONE NOT AL- NOT ALLOWED See instructions under LOWED “Recreational Towing” in “Starting And Operating” •...
Page 579: Front-Wheel Drive (Fwd) Models
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 577 Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose, following equip- Do not use sling type equipment when towing. ment manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 580: Transfer Unit
578 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! CAUTION! • DO NOT tow this vehicle with ANY of its wheels Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam- on the ground. Damage to the drivetrain will result. •...
Page 581: 4X4 Models With 2-Speed Power Transfer Unit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 579 • The transmission must be in PARK. 4x4 Models With 2–Speed Power Transfer Unit The manufacturer recommends towing with all four Refer to “Recreational Towing” in “Starting and Operat- wheels OFF the ground. ing” for detailed instructions. Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or CAUTION! with one end of the vehicle raised and the opposite end...
Page 583 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L ..583 Engine Oil Filter ..... .592 ENGINE COMPARTMENT —...
Page 584 582 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Brake System ......609 Front Turn Signals ....635 Automatic Transmission .
Page 585: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 583 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 5 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 2 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 6 — Battery 3 — Oil Fill Cap 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 —...
Page 586: Engine Compartment - 3.2L
584 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.2L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Filter Access Cover 6 — Battery 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 8 —...
Page 587: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 585 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 further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 588: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
586 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass “gASCAP”...
Page 589 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 587 • The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test, which you can use prior to going to the test station. To illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must engine.
Page 590: Replacement Parts
588 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT PARTS NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems may void your warranty and could result in civil Use of genuine MOPAR® parts for normal/scheduled penalties being assessed against you. maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to en- sure the designed performance.
Page 591: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 589 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! (Continued) The pages that follow contain the required maintenance • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids services determined by the engineers who designed your that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle.
Page 592 590 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to Change Engine Oil check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is fully warmed up engine is shut off.
Page 593 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 591 American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) – 2.4L Engine Identification Symbol MOPAR® SAE 0W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil® or Shell Helix® is recommended for all operating tem- This symbol means that the oil has peratures.
Page 594: Engine Oil Filter
592 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) – 3.2L Engine Materials Added To Engine Oil MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil® The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- or Shell Helix® is recommended for all operating tem- dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to peratures.
Page 595: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 593 NOTE: For best access to the oil filter, a drive on hoist WARNING! should be used instead of a chassis hoist. The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can Engine Oil Filter Selection provide a measure of protection in the case of engine This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type dispos- backfire.
Page 596: Maintenance-Free Battery
594 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use tenance required.
Page 597: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 595 Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • It is essential when replacing the cables on the should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer battery that the positive cable is attached to the at the start of each warm season.
Page 598 596 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling – R134a – If WARNING! Equipped • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental tioning system.
Page 599: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 597 However, the manufacturer recommends that air condi- Body Lubrication tioning service be performed by authorized dealer or Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as other service facilities using recovery and recycling seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, equipment.
Page 600: Windshield Wiper Blades
598 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Blades Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the 1. Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm upward, this windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a will allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off of the mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 601 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 599 NOTE: The rear wiper arm cannot be raised fully up- ward unless the pivot cap is raised first. 2. Lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the liftgate glass. 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder.
Page 602: Adding Washer Fluid
600 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap into rating information can be found on most washer fluid place. containers. Adding Washer Fluid WARNING! The windshield and rear window washers share the same Commercially available windshield washer solvents fluid reservoir.
Page 603 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 601 have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- WARNING! (Continued) haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams over materials that can burn.
Page 604 602 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control CAUTION! (Continued) systems can result in civil penalties being assessed • Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your against you. vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning In the event of engine malfunction, particularly engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe...
Page 605: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 603 • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires Engine Coolant Checks disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough months (before the onset of freezing weather, where idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Page 606 604 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE With the engine at normal operating temperature (but Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for maintenance intervals. proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add cool- engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock.
Page 607 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 605 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Page 608 606 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conforming to (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system. Please review these recommendations for using Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan-...
Page 609 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 607 Cooling System Pressure Cap WARNING! The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution. (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the recovery tank.
Page 610: Maintaining Your Vehicle
608 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool- ant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant a regulated substance requiring proper disposal.
Page 611: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 609 • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. •...
Page 612 610 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE should be checked when pads are replaced. However, WARNING! low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
Page 613: Automatic Transmission
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 611 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
Page 614 612 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter nents.
Page 615: Sky Slider™ Top Care
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 613 Sky Slider™ Top Care CAUTION! Immediate removal of any contaminant is recommended. If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- Regular washing of the top will enhance its life and rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam- appearance, and make successive cleaning easier.
Page 616 614 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Allow the top to dry before opening. Vacuuming the General Cleaning top with a wet/dry shop vacuum will decrease the Careful vacuuming of the top before washing is helpful tops drying time, ensure removal of all dirt, and delete in removing dust and other foreign particles.
Page 617: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 615 Additional Cleaning Procedure CAUTION! For additional cleaning assistance in removing stubborn Avoid getting Scotchguard® on the surrounding stains, apply MOPAR® Convertible Cloth Top Cleaner or weather strips, moldings, paint, or glass. Damage to equivalent to the complete stain, extending 2 inches (50 these items might occur.
Page 618 616 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under- Washing body protection.
Page 619 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 617 • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder that will •...
Page 620 618 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Wheel And Wheel Trim Care CAUTION! • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 621 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 619 • For tough stains, apply MOPAR® Total Clean, or a Cleaning Interior Trim mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove Clean interior trim with a damp cloth and MOPAR® stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. Total Clean or equivalent, and if necessary, follow with •...
Page 622 620 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and leather upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To not required to maintain the original condition. remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- lowed by rinsing.
Page 623: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 621 When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the car to directly on the mirror.
Page 624: Power Distribution Center
622 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Power Distribution Center WARNING! (Continued) The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine • Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition compartment near the battery. This center contains car- is off and that all the other services are switched off tridge fuses, mini-fuses and relays.
Page 625 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 623 Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — — Not Used 10 Amp — Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) / 15 Amp — Powertrain Control Power Take-Off Unit Blue Module - PCM (PTU) –...
Page 626 624 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — — Not Used 10 Amp — Engine Control Module (ECM) 5 Amp — Radiator Fan — — Not Used 70 Amp — Body Controller —...
Page 627 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 625 Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 60 Amp Glow Plugs - Diesel — 30 Amp Trailer Tow / 7-Way Yellow Only - If Equipped Pink Connector - If Equipped —...
Page 628 626 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 30 Amp Power Liftgate - If 10 Amp — Blind Spot Sensors / Pink Equipped Compass / Rearview Camera If Equipped — — Not Used / Rear Seat Heater —...
Page 629 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 627 Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp — Fuel Pump Motor 25 Amp — Heated Steering Yellow Clear Wheel / Rear Heated Seats - If 10 Amp — Occupant Classifica- Equipped tion Module 15 Amp...
Page 630 628 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — — Not Used 20 Amp — Trailer Tow RT Stop Yellow / Turn Lights - If — — Not Used Equipped 10 Amp —...
Page 631 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 629 Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp — Fuel Door Release/ — — Not Used Brake Pedal Switch — 30 Amp Headlamp Washer 10 Amp — Diagnostic Port / Pink Pump - If Equipped Steering Column...
Page 632 630 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp — Collision Mitigation — 40 Amp Brake System Mod- Blue Module (CMM) / Green ule (BSM) - Pump Electrochromatic Motor - If Equipped Mirror / Smart With Gasoline En- Camera Module - If...
Page 633: Interior Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 631 Cavity Blade Cartridge Description Cavity Blade Fuse Description Fuse Fuse 15 Amp Low Beam Left 10 Amp — Occupant Restraint Blue Controller (ORC) 10 Amp Interior Lighting 25 Amp — Audio Amplifier - If Clear Equipped 10 Amp Intrusion Module/Siren —...
Page 634: Vehicle Storage
632 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE Cavity Blade Fuse Description If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 10 Amp Driver Window Switch/ days you may want to take steps to protect your battery. Power Mirrors – If You may: Equipped •...
Page 635: Replacement Bulbs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 633 REPLACEMENT BULBS Bulb Number Front Park/Daytime LED (Serviced at an Au- Interior Bulbs Running Lamps thorized Dealer) Bulb Number Front Turn Signal Lamps WY21W Cargo Lamp TL212–2 Front Fog Lamps Overhead Console Lamp PLW214–2A Front Fog Lamps (Trail- PSX24W Reading Lamp WL212–2...
Page 636: Bulb Replacement
634 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT NOTE: On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps, when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after spheric conditions.
Page 637: Front Turn Signals
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 635 3. Firmly grasp the cap and rotate it counterclockwise to 7. Install the bulb cap in the headlamp housing and unlock it. rotate clockwise to lock it in place. 4. Firmly grasp the bulb and connector assembly and 8.
Page 638: Front Fog Lamp
636 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Install the bulb and socket assembly into the housing, CAUTION! and rotate the socket clockwise to lock it in place. Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil 5. Re-install air cleaner filter housing, if removed. contamination will severely shorten bulb life.
Page 639: Rear Turn Signal Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 637 3. Squeeze the two tabs on the side of the bulb socket and Rear Turn Signal Lamp pull straight out from the fog lamp. 1. Open the liftgate. 4. Disconnect the wire harness from the bulb. 2.
Page 640: Back-Up Lamp
638 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Back-up Lamp 8. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket. 1. Open the liftgate. 9. Connect the electrical connector. 2. Use a fiber stick or flat blade screw driver to pry the 10. Reinstall the trim panel and the lower trim. lower trim from the liftgate.
Page 641: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 639 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 2.4L and 3.2L Engines 15.8 Gallons 60 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 2.4 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-20, API Certified) 5.5 Quarts 5.2 Liters 3.2 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters Cooling System*...
Page 642: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
640 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the require- ments of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Engine Oil –...
Page 643: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 641 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Spark Plugs – 2.4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.047 in [1.2 mm]) Spark Plugs – 3.2L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]) Fuel Selection –...
Page 645: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .644 Maintenance Chart.....646...
Page 646 644 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis- Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicator system. The oil change indicator system will indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Page 647 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 645 Severe Duty All Models Required Maintenance Intervals. Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This page for the required maintenance intervals. type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:...
Page 648 646 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, boot seals. tie rod ends, and replace if necessary.
Page 649 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 647 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Maintenance Replace engine air cleaner filter. Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter. Replace spark plugs – 2.4L Engine ** Replace spark plugs – 3.2L Engine ** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Page 650 648 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 651 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .651 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
Page 652 650 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM Traction Grades ..... . .658 TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....657 Temperature Grades.
Page 653: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 651 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 654 652 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • If an authorized dealer is unable to resolve the con- Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer. We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an cern, you may contact the manufacturer’s customer authorized dealer.
Page 655: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 653 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) P.O. Box 21–8004 To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- Phone: (877) 426–5337 cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center.
Page 656 654 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE expires. The manufacturer stands behind only the manu- We appreciate that you have made a major investment facturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a manufac- when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer turer’s service contract, you will receive Plan Provisions has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with...
Page 657: Warranty Information
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 655 WARRANTY INFORMATION If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group campaign.
Page 658: In Canada
656 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE In Canada Service Manuals If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor- should contact the Customer Service Department imme- mation that students and professional technicians need in diately.
Page 659: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 657 Owner’s Manuals DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the The following tire grading categories were established by assistance of service and engineering specialists to ac- the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The quaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC vehicles.
Page 660: Traction Grades
658 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE significantly from the norm due to variations in driving WARNING! habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- teristics and climate. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not Traction Grades include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,...
Page 661 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 659 material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.
Page 663 INDEX...
Page 664 662 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ....451 Air Pressure, Tires......486 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) .
Page 665 INDEX 663 Automatic Transaxle ..... . .417 Body Mechanism Lubrication ....597 Automatic Transmission .
Page 666 664 INDEX Oil (Engine) ......583 Cleaning Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ....607 Wheels .
Page 667 INDEX 665 Pressure Cap ......607 Disposal Radiator Cap ......607 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .
Page 668 666 INDEX Jump Starting ......570 Oil Synthetic ......592 Overheating .
Page 669 INDEX 667 Engine Oil ......592 Four Wheel Drive ......437 Engine Oil Disposal .
Page 670 668 INDEX Gasoline, Clean Air ......512 Bulb Replacement ..... . .634 Gasoline (Fuel) .
Page 671 INDEX 669 Hill Start Assist......456 Interior Fuses ......631 Hitches Interior Lights .
Page 672 670 INDEX Lane Change and Turn Signals ....171 Brake Warning ......319 Lane Change Assist .
Page 673 INDEX 671 License ......638 Tires ....... .480 Lights On Reminder .
Page 674 672 INDEX Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ....159 Occupant Restraints ......52 Memory Seat .
Page 675 INDEX 673 Oil Filter, Selection ......593 Lift Gate ......49 Onboard Diagnostic System .
Page 676 674 INDEX Rear ParkSense System .....231 Replacement Bulbs ......633 Rear Seat, Folding .
Page 677 INDEX 675 Safety Information, Tire .....474 Head Restraints ......154 Safety Tips .
Page 678 676 INDEX Side View Mirror Adjustment....132 Starting Procedures ......414 Signals, Turn .
Page 679 INDEX 677 System, Remote Starting .....29 Changing ......558 Compact Spare .
Page 680 678 INDEX Tread Wear Indicators ....493 Automatic ......417 Tire Safety Information .
Page 681 INDEX 679 Upholstery Care ......619 Wheel and Wheel Trim .....618 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .
Page 682 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only frequency signals.
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Jeep 2014 Cherokee Owner's Manual

Introduction

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Understanding Your Instrument Panel

Starting and Operating

1 Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) - if Equipped

2 Speed Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) - if Equipped

Quick Links

Chapters

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