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Page 1 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L S R T 8...
Page 2 With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a accident resulting in serious injury or death. NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..17 Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) .
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Using The Panic Alarm ....22 Windows ......36 Programming Additional Transmitters .
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Seat Belt Pretensioner ....52 Child Restraints ..... . 69 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System Engine Break-In Recommendations .
Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) has four operating Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) when in position.
Page 15: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
Page 16: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Ignition Or Accessory On Message on the back of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or and then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 17: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 WARNING! CAUTION! • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. remove the Key Fob from vehicle, cycle the ignition •...
Page 18: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE After cycling the ignition to the ON/RUN position, the CAUTION! Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat- indicates that there is a problem with the electronics.
Page 19: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Customer Key Programming CAUTION! Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be performed at an authorized dealer. Always remove the keys from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules Part 15 At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided...
Page 20: Rearming Of The System
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, make disabled. If something triggers the alarm, the Vehicle Security Alarm will prevent the vehicle from starting and sure the vehicle ignition system is OFF . provide the following audible and visible signals: the •...
Page 21: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Disarm The System NOTE: • The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button on The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of the following methods: the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 22: Illuminated Entry - If Equipped
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds becomes disconnected, the Vehicle Security Alarm will or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition is remain armed when the battery is reconnected;...
Page 23: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above within five seconds to unlock all doors. The turn signal disables the system from responding to all RKE transmit- lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The ter buttons for all RKE transmitters.
Page 24: To Lock The Doors
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors information.
Page 25: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 headlights will turn on, the park lights will flash, the Programming Additional Transmitters horn will pulse on and off, and the interior lights will Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be turn on.
Page 26: General Information
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery clip, the RKE transmitter apart.
Page 27: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- NOTE: • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
Page 28 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • RKE PANIC button not pressed. Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped • System not disabled from previous remote start event The following messages will display in the EVIC if the •...
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • The engine can be started two consecutive times (two To Enter Remote Start Mode Press and release the REMOTE START button 15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However, on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- the ignition must be cycled to the RUN position before onds.
Page 30: Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle Before the end of 15 minute cycle, press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if equipped).
Page 31: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 Power Door Locks WARNING! A power door lock switch is on each front door trim • For personal security and safety in the event of an panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. accident, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the authorized dealer per written request of the customer. Keyless Enter-N-Go (Passive Entry) system. For further Please see your authorized dealer for service. information, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go”...
Page 33: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
Page 34: Keyless Enter-N-Go
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • Passive Entry may be programmed ON/OFF; refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Understanding Your Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Instrument Panel” for further information. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are •...
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 To Unlock From The Passenger Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automati- cally.
Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The doors are locked using the LOCK button on the If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors Passive Entry door handles.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles, press the door handle LOCK button to lock all four doors.
Page 38: Windows
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 for up to 60 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF To open the window part way, press the window switch position. Opening either front door will cancel this to the first detent and release it when you want the feature.
Page 40 38 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 closure, it will reverse direction and then go back probably needs to be reset.
Page 41: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 controls and the rear sunscreen, press and release the Wind Buffeting window lockout button again (setting it in the UP Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of position). pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
Page 42: Trunk Safety Warning
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The trunk lid can be released from Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” in “Things To Know outside the vehicle by pressing the Before Starting Your Vehicle” for more information on TRUNK button on the Remote trunk operation with the Passive Entry feature.
Page 43: Trunk Emergency Release
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Trunk Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Some of the most important safety features in your Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. vehicle are the restraint systems: In the event of an individual being locked inside the •...
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the enhance occupant protection by managing occupant risk of harm from a deploying air bag: energy during an impact event 1.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be belt properly (see section on Child Restraints) should be moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- Front Air Bags room to inflate.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more • In an accident, you and your passengers can suffer severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work much greater injuries if you are not properly with your seat belt to restrain you properly.
Page 47: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the WARNING! (Continued) inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and be belted at all times.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt adjust the front seat.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 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 50 48 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 up • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of a bit on the shoulder belt.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 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 position. In the driver and front passenger seats, the shoulder belt If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt allow the belt to retract fully.
Page 52: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the you will prefer a higher position.
Page 53: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 If the passenger seating position is equipped with an position that has a belt with this feature. Children ALR and is being used for normal usage: 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seat.
Page 54: Energy Management Feature
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioner WARNING! The seat belts for both front seating positions are • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of an if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- accident.
Page 55: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
5 mph (8 km/h), by blinking the Seat Belt BeltAlert can be enabled or disabled by your authorized Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime. dealer. Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend deac- Once the sequence starts, it will continue for the entire tivating BeltAlert .
Page 56: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is Using a seat belt extender when not needed can in- the best way to keep the baby safe.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation based on the severity and type of collision. This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon seat position.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Instrument Panel This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat- Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) to provide enhanced • Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag protection for an occupant during a side impact. The •...
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • No objects should be placed over or near the air driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides bag on the instrument panel, because any such output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a...
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant deploys independently;...
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- brated to deploy the side air bags during impacts that require air bag occupant protection. WARNING! • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC), do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the SABIC.
Page 62: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag provides Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) enhanced protection and works together with the Driver The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system Advanced Front Air Bag during a frontal impact.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 The Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all acci- Side Knee Air Bag will not deploy in all frontal collisions, dents, and also are needed to help keep you in position, including some that may produce substantial vehicle away from an inflating air bag.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE turns on the Air Bag Warning Light, either momentarily Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light Inflator Units comes on again after initial startup. The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru-...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB) vent holes in the sides of the air bag. In this way, the air Inflator Units bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time, (SABIC) Inflator Units vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of During collisions where the impact is confined to a whether or not an air bag should have deployed.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium the battery has power, until the ignition key is re- floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. moved or the ignition switch is changed to OFF using They are not permanent and normally heal quickly.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- Maintaining Your Air Bag System ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air WARNING! bags will not be in place to protect you. •...
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) You will want to have the air bags ready to • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag inflate for your protection in a collision. The system.
Page 70: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint were buckled/fastened; Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may •...
Page 71: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is WARNING! required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- can become a projectile inside the vehicle.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- LATCH child restraint anchor system. Refer to “Lower facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)”.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for over the front of the seat when their back is against the as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height seatback should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat.
Page 74 Safety collision. The child could be badly injured or Standards. Chrysler Group LLC also recommends that killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex- you make sure that you can install the child restraint in actly when installing an infant or child restraint.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 LATCH-compatible child restraint systems are now avail- WARNING! able. However, because the lower anchorages are to be introduced over a period of years, child restraint systems When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in having attachments for those anchorages will continue to the vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the have features for installation using the vehicle’s seat...
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE All three rear-seating positions have lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating LATCH-compatible child seats. You should never install LATCH-compatible child seats so that two seats share a common lower anchorage. If installing child seats in adjacent rear- seating positions, or if your child restraints are not LATCH-compatible, install the restraints using the vehi- cle’s seat belts.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a located at the rear of the seat cushion where it hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a meets the seatback and are located just below means of adjusting the tension of the strap.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE For center seating position route the tether strap over the seatback and adjustable headrest (with the headrest in the full down position) then attach the hook to the tether anchor located in the panel between the rear seatback and the rear window.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt WARNING! behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an increased head motion and possible injury to the inquisitive child.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • N/A — Not Applicable Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belts • ALR — Automatic Locking Retractor The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) to 1.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc- tions. NOTE: Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap.
Page 82: Engine Break-In Recommendations
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transporting Pets The engine oil, transmission fluid, and axle lubricant Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. installed at the factory is high-quality and energy- An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly conserving.
Page 83: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Transporting Passengers WARNING! NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. WARNING! Breathing it can make you unconscious and can •...
Page 84: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The make sure that all windows are closed and the climate Vehicle control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT Seat Belts use the recirculation mode.
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Defroster WARNING! (Continued) Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place • Always make sure that floor mats are properly the blower control on high speed. You should be able to feel attached to the floor mat fasteners.
Page 86: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts WARNING! (Continued) and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
Page 87 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......92 Power Mirrors ..... . . 94 Automatic Dimming Mirror .
Page 88 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Phone (8.4/8.4N) ... . . 105 Seats ......153 Uconnect Touch™...
Page 89 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 To Open And Close The Hood ... . 169 Turn Signals ......176 Lights .
Page 90 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights On With Wipers (Available With To Accelerate For Passing ....192 Automatic Headlights Only) ... . 182 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) —...
Page 91 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Display Warnings And Maintenance ..205 Cleaning The Parksense System ..224 Precautions While Driving With ACC ..208 Parksense System Usage Precautions .
Page 92 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ..236 Sunshade Operation ....242 Using HomeLink ....237 Wind Buffeting .
Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 Closing Power Shade — Manual Mode ..245 Storage ......255 Pinch Protect Feature .
Page 94: Mirrors
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS CAUTION! Automatic Dimming Mirror To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. from vehicles behind you. This feature will be defaulted Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the on, and only be disabled when the vehicle is moving in mirror clean.
Page 95: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Driver’s Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped WARNING! The driver’s outside mirror will automatically adjust for glare from vehicles behind you. This feature is controlled Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side by the inside automatic dimming mirror and can be convex mirror will look smaller and farther away turned on or off by pressing the button at the base of the...
Page 96: Tilt Mirrors In Reverse - If Equipped
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Three of the LEDs are turn signal indicators, which flash Tilt Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped with the corresponding turn signal lights in the front and Tilt Mirrors in Reverse provides automatic outside mirror rear of the vehicle.
Page 97: Power Folding Outside Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 NOTE: A light in the select button will illuminate indicating the mirror is activated and can be adjusted. Using the mirror control switch, press on any of the four arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to move.
Page 98: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Pressing the power folding mirror switch for more than four seconds, or if the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h) will disable the folding feature. If the mirrors are in the folded position, and vehicle speed is equal or greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), they will automatically unfold.
Page 99: Blind Spot Monitoring - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 desired position. To use the extender feature of the sun detect highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, visor, grab the extender which is located at the rear of the motorcycles, etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the visor and pull rearward.
Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in any starts at the outside rear view mirror and extends ap- forward gear or REVERSE and enters stand by mode proximately 20 ft (6 m) to the rear of the vehicle. The BSM when the vehicle is in PARK.
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 The area on the rear fascia where the radar sensors are Entering From The Side located must remain free of snow, ice, and dirt/road Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either contamination so that the BSM system can function side of the vehicle.
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 of less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Overtaking/Passing Stationary Objects The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, berms, etc. However, occasionally the system may alert on such objects. This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require service.
Page 104: Rear Cross Path
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are WARNING! traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in adjacent lanes. The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones.
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the system will not be able to alert the driver. When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE, the driver is alerted using both the visual and audible alarms, including reducing the radio volume.
Page 106: Modes Of Operation
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Modes Of Operation alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime Three selectable modes of operation are available in the will also be sounded. Whenever a turn signal and de- Uconnect Touch™...
Page 107: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Blind Spot Alert Off Uconnect™ Phone (8.4/8.4N) When the BSM system is turned off, there will be no Uconnect Touch™ 8.4/8.4 Nav visual or audible alerts from either the BSM or RCP Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- systems.
Page 108 For Uconnect™ customer support, visit the following websites: • Setting Favorite Contact Phone numbers so the are • www.chrysler.com/uconnect easily accessible on the Main Phone screen. • Viewing and Calling contacts from Recent Call logs. • www.dodge.com/uconnect •...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 • or call 1–877–855–8400 Uconnect™ Phone works no matter where you stow your mobile phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as Uconnect™ Phone allows you to transfer calls between long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to the system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit the vehicle’s Uconnect™...
Page 110: Operation
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Voice Command Button menu structure. Voice commands are required after most The Uconnect™ Voice Command Button Uconnect™ Phone prompts. There are two general meth- is only used for “barge in” and when you are ods for how Voice Command works: already in a call and you want to send Tones or 1.
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 • For each feature explanation in this section, only the Natural speech allows the user to speak commands in compound command form of the voice command is phrases or complete sentences. The system filters out given.
Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Help Command NOTE: Pressing the buttons while the If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to system is playing is known as “Barging In”, refer to know your options at any prompt, say “Help” following “Barge —...
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 2. If there is no phone currently connected with the 3. Select Yes to begin the pairing process. Then, search system, a pop-up will appear. for available devices on your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone.
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Uconnect™ Phone will display an in process screen Pair Additional Mobile Phones while the system is connecting. • Touch the “More” soft-key to begin, • Touch the “Settings” soft-key, • Next, touch the “Phone/Bluetooth ” soft-key, •...
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 You can also use the following VR commands to bring up the Paired Phone screen from any screen on the radio: • “Show Paired Phones” or • “Connect My Phone” Pair A Bluetooth Streaming Audio Device •...
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Uconnect™ Phone will display an in process screen Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or while the system is connecting, Audio Device Uconnect™ Phone will automatically connect to the • When the pairing process has successfully completed, highest priority paired phone and/or Audio Device the system will prompt you to choose whether or not within range.
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 • Touch the + soft-key located to the right of the device Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite name, • Touch the “Settings” soft-key, • The options pop-up will be displayed, •...
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Only the phonebook of the currently connected mobile phonebook. Specific Bluetooth Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature. See Uconnect™ phone is accessible. website for supported phones. • This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or •...
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 touch “Add from Mobile”. You will then be asked which contact and number to choose from your mobile phone- book. When complete the new favorite will be shown. NOTE: If the Favorites list is full, you will be asked to remove an existing favorite.
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Next select Favorites on the left side of the screen and Emergency And Towing Assistance then touch the + Options soft-key. The Emergency and Towing Favorite numbers can only be altered. These cannot be deleted and the names cannot •...
Page 121: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 For example, if your mobile service plan provides three- way calling, this feature can be accessed through the Uconnect™ Phone. Check with your mobile service pro- vider for the features that you have. Ways To Initiate A Phone Call Listed below are all the ways you can initiate a phone call with Uconnect™...
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: All of the above operations except Redial can be Call Controls done with 1 call or less active. The touch-screen allows you to control the following call features: Dial By Saying A Number •...
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Touch-Tone Number Entry Recent Calls You may browse up to 34 of the most recent of each of the • Touch the “Phone” soft-key, following call types: • Touch the “Dial” soft-key, • The Touch-Tone screen will be displayed, •...
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • All Calls Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress These can be accessed by touching the “recent calls” If a call is currently in progress and you have another soft-key on the Phone main screen.
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 in progress. Or you can place a call on hold by touching Join Calls the Hold soft-key on the Phone main screen, then dial a When two calls are in progress (one active and one on number from the dialpad, recent calls, SMS Inbox or from hold), touch the “Join Calls”...
Page 126: Uconnect™ Phone Features
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect™ Phone will call the last number that If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect™ Phone is was dialed from your mobile phone. operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: Call Continuation •...
Page 127 3454 for Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for outside Uconnect™ Phone to allow use of this vehicle feature Mexico City in Mexico). Please refer to the Chrysler in emergency situations, when the mobile phone has Group LLC 24-Hour “Towing Assistance” coverage...
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE You can use your Uconnect™ Phone to access a voice You can also send stored mobile phonebook entries as mail system or an automated service, such as a paging tones for fast and easy access to voice mail and pager service or automated customer service line.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 • Pauses, wait or other characters that are supported by • Touch the “Display” soft-key, then scroll down to some phones are not supported over Bluetooth . Voice Response Length, These additional symbols will be ignored in the dial- •...
Page 130: Advanced Phone Connectivity
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE audio system. The Uconnect™ Phone will work the same Advanced Phone Connectivity as if you dial the number using voice command. Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the The Uconnect™...
Page 131: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 • low road noise, Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone • smooth road surface, Voice Command • fully closed windows, • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to • dry weather condition. provide at least ⁄...
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Even though international dialing for most number • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and number combinations may not be supported.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Read Messages: Once a message is received and viewed or listened to, you will have the following options: If you receive a new text message while your phone is connected to Uconnect™ Phone, an announcement will •...
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages Using Soft-Keys: You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send a new message: • Touch the “Phone” soft-key, • Touch the “messaging” soft-key then “New Message”, • Touch one of the 18 preset messages and the person you wish to send the message to, •...
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Send Messages Using Voice Commands: • Press the button, • After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, say “Send message to John Smith mobile”, • After the system prompts you for what message you want to send, say the message you wish to send or say “List”.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Call me. 15. Are you there yet? 6. I’ll call you later. 16. I need directions. 7. I’m on my way. 17. I’m lost. 8. Thanks. 18. See you later. 9. I’ll be late. Bluetooth Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the 10.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Voice Tree...
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You can replace “248 555 1212” with any phone NOTE: • You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your number supported by your Mobile phone. mobile or favorite phone book. You can also say “Send •...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137...
Page 140: General Information
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If your phone does not support phonebook download NOTE: • You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your or call log download over Bluetooth than these com- mobile or favorite phone book. You can also say “Send mands will return a response that the contact does not a message to John Smith”...
Page 141: Voice Command
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 VOICE COMMAND When you press the Uconnect™ Voice Command button, you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to Uconnect Touch™ 8.4/8.4 Nav give a command. The Uconnect™ Voice Command system al- lows you to control your AM, FM radio, satel- If no command is spoken the system will say one of two lite radio, disc player, SD Card, USB/iPod and...
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: At any time, you can say the words “Cancel” or Natural Speech “Help”. Natural speech allows the user to speak commands in phrases or complete sentences. The system filters out These commands are universal and can be used from any certain non-word utterances and sounds such as “ah”...
Page 143: Uconnect™ Voice Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Uconnect™ Voice Commands Starting Voice Recognition (VR) Session in The Uconnect™ Voice Command system understands Radio/Player Modes two types of commands. Universal commands are avail- In this mode, you can say the following commands: able at all times.
Page 144: Voice Tree
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 NOTE: 4. You can replace “rock” with any of the satellite music 1. You can replace “950 AM” with any other AM or FM types. frequency, such as “98.7 FM”. 5. Available Voice Commands are shown in bold face 2.
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Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 NOTE: 4. VR commands, Albums, Artists, and Genre names are 1. You can replace the album, artist, song, genre, playlist, based on the music database provided by Gracenote. podcast and audio book names with any corresponding 5.
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 NOTE: 3. You can also say “Show Current Weather” or “Show 1. You can replace “NFL” with any league shown on the extended weather” or “Show five day forecast” or “Show sports league screen. For example you can say “Show ski info”...
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Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 NOTE: 3. Navigation commands only work if equipped with 1. Only available with Navigation equipped vehicles. Navigation. 2. You can replace “Player” with “Radio”, “Navigation”, 4. Available Voice Commands are shown in bold face “Phone”, “Climate”, “More”...
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Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 NOTE: 2. You can say “Find Nearest” then “Restaurant”, “Fuel”, 1. You can also say “Find City”, “Find Favorite”, “Find “Transit”, “Lodging”, “Shopping”, “Bank”, “Entertain- Play by Category”, “Find Play by Name”, “Find Recently ment”, “Recreation”, “Attractions”,...
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Page 155: Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 NOTE: Available Voice Commands are shown in bold WARNING! (Continued) face and shaded grey. • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your SEATS vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the belts.
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The passenger’s seat will move up or down, Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward forward or rearward. The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Reclining The Seatback WARNING! (Continued) The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the rearward. Push the seatback switch forward or rearward, shoulder belt is no longer resting against your the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
Page 158: Power Lumbar
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Lumbar Heated Seats Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats On some models, the front and rear seats may be may be also be equipped with power lumbar. The power equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and lumbar switch is located on the outboard side of the power seatbacks.
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat.
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt once to select HI-level heating. Press the soft- within two to five minutes. key a second time to select LO-level heating. When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will Press the soft-key a third time to shut the provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes...
Page 161: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Rear Heated Seats one, indicating the change. Operation on the LO-level On vehicles equipped with rear heated seats, the seats setting also turns OFF automatically after approximately closest to the doors are heated. The controls for these 30 minutes.
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Ventilated Seat Operation — Uconnect Press the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key once to Touch™ 8.4/8.4 Nav: select HI-level ventilation. Press the soft-key a second Press the “Controls” soft-key located on the bottom of the time to select LO-level ventilation.
Page 163: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start WARNING! On models that are equipped with remote start, the driver’s ventilated seat can be programmed to come on The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- during a remote start.
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 deal immediately. To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 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 166: Folding Rear Seat
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat After releasing the seatback, it can be folded forward. The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area. To fold the rear seatback, pull on the loops located on the upper seatback. NOTE: These loops can be tucked away when not in use.
Page 167: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! This feature allows the driver to store up to two different • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into memory profiles for easy recall through a memory switch.
Page 168: Programming The Memory Feature
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The memory seat switch is located on the driver’s door Programming The Memory Feature trim panel. The switch consists of three buttons: The (S) To create a new memory profile, perform the following: button, which is used to activate the memory save 1.
Page 169: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 • The Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock feature 3. Once the profile has been recalled, press and release can be enabled through the Uconnect Touch™ System, the SET (S) button on the memory switch, then press and refer to “Uconnect Touch™...
Page 170: Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With Memory Seat Only)
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To recall the memory settings for driver one, press Easy Entry/Exit Seat MEMORY button number (1) on the driver’s door or the (Available With Memory Seat Only) UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter linked to This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to memory position 1.
Page 171: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 • When you remove the Key Fob from the ignition (or TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD change the ignition to OFF, for vehicles equipped with Two latches must be released to open the hood. Keyless Enter-N-Go), the driver seat will move to a 1.
Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety CAUTION! catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.
Page 173: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 LIGHTS Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent for parking light and instrument panel light operation. Headlight Switch Rotate the headlight switch to the second detent for The headlight switch is located on the left side of headlight, parking light and instrument panel light the instrument panel.
Page 174: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights On With Wipers (Available With To activate the delay feature, place the ignition in the OFF Automatic Headlights Only) position while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on the headlights within 45 seconds.
Page 175: Smartbeam™ - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 SmartBeam™ — If Equipped Adaptive Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge The SmartBeam™ system provides increased forward Headlights — If Equipped lighting at night by automating high beam control This system automatically swivels the headlight beam through the use of a digital camera mounted on the pattern horizontally to provide increased illumination in inside rearview mirror.
Page 176: Daytime Running Lights (Drl)
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Fog Lights — If Equipped The LED Daytime Running Lights will come on when- The front fog light switch is built into the headlight ever the ignition is placed in the RUN position, the switch.
Page 177: Multifunction Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking Multifunction Lever lights or the low beam headlights and press the The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn headlight switch. To turn off the front fog lights, signals, headlight beam selection and passing lights.
Page 178: Turn Signals
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signals Lane Change Assist Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 179: Front Map/Reading Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Front Map/Reading Lights Each light can be turned on by pressing a switch on either side of the console. These buttons are backlit for night The front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- time visibility.
Page 180: Ambient Light
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ambient Light Interior Lights The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light The interior lights come on when a door is opened. feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil- To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off ity of the floor center console and PRNDL area.
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Dimmer Control Ambient Light Control The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and is Rotate the right dimmer control upward or downward to located on the left side of the instrument panel. increase or decrease the brightness of the door handle lights and ambient light located in the overhead console.
Page 182: Windshield Wipers And Washers
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dome Light Position WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the The multifunction lever operates the windshield wipers second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior and washer when the ignition is placed in the RUN lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this position.
Page 183: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Intermittent Wiper System CAUTION! Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be- tween cycles desirable. Rotate the end of the multifunc- through an automatic car wash.
Page 184: Mist Feature
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mist Feature If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper is Rotate the end of the lever downward to the Mist turned off, the wipers will operate for three wipe cycles position to activate a single wipe cycle to clear off road and then turn off.
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be turned on automatically change between an intermittent wipe, slow and off using the Uconnect Touch™ System, refer to wipe and a fast wipe depending on the amount of “Uconnect Touch™...
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Rain Sensing system has protective features for the TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN wiper blades and arms. It will not operate under the This feature allows you to tilt the steering column following conditions: upward or downward.
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN outward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering — IF EQUIPPED wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or This feature allows you to tilt the steering column shorten the steering column, pull the steering wheel upward or downward.
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To tilt the steering column, move the switch up or down WARNING! as desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the switch toward you or push the switch away from Do not adjust the steering column while driving. you as desired.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 The heated steering wheel can be turned on and off using the Uconnect Touch™ System. 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.
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting System ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — If Equipped” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a Vehicle” for further information. greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control Sys- tem is on. The following messages will be displayed on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle In- formation System (EVIC) if the pedals are attempted to be adjusted when the system is locked out (“Adjust- able Pedal Disabled —...
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the CAUTION! right side of the steering wheel. Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control To Set A Desired Speed System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button vehicle set speed.
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Speed decrease until the button is released. Release the button To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) when the desired speed is reached, and the new set speed button and release.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed EQUIPPED Control. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving convenience provided by cruise control while traveling WARNING! on highways and major roadways.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The ACC system: • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience − Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming ve- system. It is not a substitute for active driving hicles, and stationary objects (e.g., a stopped ve- involvement.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 The Cruise Control system has two control modes: WARNING! • Adaptive Cruise Control mode for maintaining an You should switch off the ACC system: appropriate distance between vehicles. • When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, •...
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation NOTE: Any chassis/suspension modifications to the The speed control buttons (located on the right side of the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise steering wheel) operates the ACC system. Control.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 • When the automatic transmission is in PARK, RE- VERSE or NEUTRAL. • When pushing the RES + button without a previously set speed in memory. To Activate Push and release the ON/OFF button. The ACC menu in the EVIC displays “Adaptive Cruise Ready.”...
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system on when not in use is dangerous. You could acciden- tally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have a collision. Always leave the system off when you are not using To Set A Desired ACC Speed When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the...
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 • The system will not be controlling the distance be- To Cancel tween your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. The vehicle The system will disable ACC without erasing the speed will only be determined by the position of the memory if: accelerator pedal.
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You turn OFF the ignition. NOTE: If ACC is resumed or set with the ESC/TCS off, ESC will automatically be re-engaged. To Resume Speed Press the RES + button and release. Then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 To Vary The Speed Setting Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by (1.6 km/h) decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of pressing and holding the RES + button.
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Setting The Following Distance In ACC To change the distance setting, press the Distance button The specified following distance for ACC can be set by and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance varying the distance setting between 3 (long), 2 (me- setting adjusts between long, medium, and short.
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 • 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 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “ACC” ACC SET or “Cruise” is highlighted in the EVIC. Status of the ACC − When ACC is set, the set speed will display. or Cruise is also displayed in the menu line.
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 The ACC screen will display once again if any ACC Display Warnings And Maintenance activity occurs, which may include any of the following: “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning • Set Speed Change The ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”...
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” message NOTE: If the ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of can sometimes be displayed while driving in highly Vehicle” warning is active Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise reflective areas (i.e.
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 • If the sensor is damaged due to a collision, see your ACC Unavailable Warning authorized dealer for service. If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ FCW Unavailable, Vehicle System Error”, there may be a •...
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Service ACC Warning Precautions While Driving With ACC If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection FCW Unavailable Service Radar Sensor”, it indicates issues.
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Turns And Bends ACC may occasionally provide braking and/or a driver In turns or bends, ACC may detect a vehicle ahead too alert that you consider unnecessary. This may be the late or too early. This may cause your vehicle to brake late system’s response to signs, guardrails, and other station- or unexpectedly.
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using ACC On Hills Lane Changing When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic lane in which you are traveling.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 Narrow Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they have moved fully into the lane. There will not be suffi- cient distance to the vehicle ahead.
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Stationary Objects And Vehicles General Information ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary FCC Requirements For Vehicular Radar Systems vehicles. For example, ACC will not react in situations Classification Specifications: where the vehicle you are following exits your lane and 47 C.F.R.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 displayed if the system was in the ACC OFF position. To NOTE: You must observe the display when setting or switch back to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, press the changing speed, not the speedometer. MODE button a second time.
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control Sys- Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped tem (ESC/TCS) activates. Forward Collision Warning (FCW) warns the driver of a potential collision with the vehicle in front of you and To Resume prompts the driver to take action in order to avoid the Press the RES + button and then remove your foot from...
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 WARNING! Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to avoid a collision on its own. The driver has the responsibility to avoid a collision by controlling the vehicle via braking and steering. Failure to follow this warning could lead to serious injury or death.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • FCW will be disabled like ACC below with the un- Changing the FCW status to the “Near” setting, allows the system to warn you of a possible collision with the available screens. vehicle in front of you when you are much closer.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 Refer to ParkSense System Usage Precautions for limi- tations of this system and recommendations. ParkSense will retain the last system state (enabled or disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is changed to the ON/RUN position.
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE rear fascia/bumper in the horizontal direction, depend- The ParkSense Warning screen is located within the ing on the location, type and orientation of the obstacle. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). It provides visual warnings to indicate the distance between the rear The six ParkSense sensors, located in the front fascia/ fascia/bumper and/or front fascia/bumper and the de- bumper, monitor the area in front of the vehicle that is...
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 ParkSense Display The warning display will turn ON indicating the system status when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the vehicle is in DRIVE and an obstacle has been detected. Park Assist System Off Park Assist System ON...
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: Continuous Tone...
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79-39 in 39-24 in 24-14 in Less than 14 in (in/cm) 79 in (200 cm) (200-100 cm) (100-60 cm) (60-35 cm) (35 cm) Front Distance Greater than 47-39 in 39-24 in 24-14 in...
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 information. When the shift lever is moved to REVERSE the “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” message for as or to DRIVE (at or below 7 mph [11 km/h]) and the long as the vehicle is in REVERSE or DRIVE (at speeds system is disabled, the EVIC will display the “PARK less than 7 mph [11 km/h]).
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE or Cleaning The ParkSense System Clean the ParkSense sensors with water, car wash soap DRIVE position and ParkSense is turned off, the and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths. Do not EVIC will display “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF”...
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 CAUTION! WARNING! • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable • Drivers must be careful when backing up even to recognize every obstacle, including small ob- when using the ParkSense Park Assist System. stacles.
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF WARNING! (Continued) EQUIPPED • Before using the ParkSense Park Assist System, it Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear is strongly recommended that the ball mount and Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the ve- image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever...
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width zones that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the of the vehicle while a dashed center-line will indicate the vehicle. The following table shows the approximate center of the vehicle to assist with parking or aligning to distances for each zone: a hitch/receiver.
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always be used as a parking aid. The ParkView camera is check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to unable to view every obstacle or object in your check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob-...
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 Turning ParkView On Or Off — With Touch OVERHEAD CONSOLE Screen Radio The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights and storage for sunglasses. Universal Garage Door 1. Turn the Radio on. Opener (HomeLink ) and power sunroof switches may 2.
Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Map/Reading Lights To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights will can be turned on by pressing the switch on either side of also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE is the console.
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 The HomeLink buttons that are located in the overhead console designate the three different HomeLink chan- nels. Sunglass Bin Door GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- HomeLink Buttons ized gates, lighting or home security systems.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Before You Begin Programming HomeLink NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. programming HomeLink for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink button you want to program and the hand-held transmit- ter button. 4. Continue to hold buttons until the EVIC display changes from “CHANNEL # TRAINING” to “CHAN- NEL # TRAINED”, then release both buttons.
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE On some garage door openers/devices there may be a Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button light that blinks when the garage door opener/device is To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, in the LEARN/TRAIN mode. follow these steps: NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next 1.
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink button. 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to The EVIC will display “CHANNEL # TRANSMIT”. If the program.
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Canadian/Gate Operator Programming 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink For programming transmitters in Canada/United States button while you press and release (“cycle”), your hand- that require the transmitter signals to “time-out” after held transmitter every two seconds.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button Security To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn follow these steps: in your vehicle. 1.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Troubleshooting Tips WARNING! If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here • Your motorized door or gate will open and close are some of the most common solutions: while you are programming the universal trans- •...
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The power sunroof switch is located between the sun Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following visors on the overhead console.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in second and the sunroof will open automatically from any position.
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts re- cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express sult in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect the sunroof.
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunshade Operation Sunroof Maintenance The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. the glass panel. NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is Ignition OFF Operation open.
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 • The Ignition Off time is programmable using the Uconnect Touch™ System. Refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. COMMANDVIEW SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE — IF EQUIPPED The CommandView sunroof switch is located to the left between the sun visors on the overhead console.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in second and the sunroof will open automatically from any position.
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- Opening Power Shade — Manual Mode cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express To open the shade, press and hold the switch rearward to Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop full open.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protect Feature Wind Buffeting This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an ob- pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the struction is detected, the sunroof will automatically re- ears.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 Ignition Off Operation Sunroof Fully Closed For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Press the switch forward and release to ensure that the Information Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switch sunroof is fully closed. will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS is turned to the LOCK position.
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. •...
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 The center console outlet is powered directly from the There is also a 12 volt power outlet located on the back of battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into the center console for rear passengers. This power outlet this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent the has power available only when the ignition is placed in engine from starting.
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • After the use of high power draw accessories or • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw long periods of the vehicle not being started (with power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS Front Seat Cupholders The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the center console. Front Cupholders Heated and Cooled Cupholders — If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with heated and cooled cupholders.
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 WARNING! When using the cupholder in the “Heat” position, avoid contact with the heated portion of the cup- holder in order to reduce the possibility of burns. Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injuries, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion or other physical condition must exercise par-...
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Seat Cupholders Lighted Cupholders — If Equipped The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest On some vehicles the rear cupholders are equipped with between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned a light ring that illuminates the cupholders for the rear forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide passengers.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 STORAGE Glovebox Storage The glovebox storage compartment is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel. Opened Glovebox Storage Compartment Console Features There is a cubby bin located forward of the shift lever. The cubby bin is covered with a push-push actuated door.
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Two separate storage compartments are also located Inside the center console armrest, there is a removable underneath the center console armrest. upper storage tray that can be slid forward/rearward on rails for access to the lower storage area. This tray has an integrated coin holder, along with additional area for small items like an ipod or phone.
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 Door Storage Rear Seat Armrest Storage — If Equipped The door panels contain storage areas. For rear passengers there is a storage bin located in the armrest. Lift upward on the latch to open the storage compartment.
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Area — Vehicles Equipped with 60/40 WARNING! (Continued) Split-Folding Rear Seat • The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down versatility.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 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 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Tie-Downs REAR WINDOW FEATURES The rear cargo area is equipped with cargo tie-downs, Rear Window Defroster located on either side of the rear cargo area. The rear window defroster button is located on the climate control.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra- Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the the heating elements: window.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....265 Oil Change Required ....285 Instrument Cluster .
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Turn Menu Off ..... . 290 Steering Wheel Audio Controls ... . 311 Uconnect Touch™...
Page 267: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 8 — Uconnect Touch™ System Hard Controls 15 — Dimmer Controls 2 — Instrument Cluster 9 — SD Memory Card Slot 16 — Hood Release 3 — Hazard Switch 10 —...
Page 268: Instrument Cluster
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 269: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS continuous chime will sound to alert you to turn the signals off. If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check 1. Tachometer for a defective outside light bulb. The red segments indicate the maximum permissible engine revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear 4.
Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer of The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the EVIC displauy. It displays the gear position of the correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. If your automatic transmission.
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should low tire pressure telltale.
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the 8. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of to continue to function properly. an onboard diagnostic system, called OBD, that monitors engine and automatic transmission con- CAUTION!
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 9. Speedometer CAUTION! Indicates vehicle speed. Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause 10. Fuel Door Reminder damage to the engine control system. It also could The arrow in this symbol is a reminder that the affect fuel economy and drivability.
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” 14. Sport Mode in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for This light will illuminate when the sport mode further information. is selected. This mode provides performance based tuning with improved handling and 13.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 17. Brake Warning Light The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- This light monitors various brake functions, ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic including brake fluid level and parking brake system.
Page 276 274 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 position. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is dangerous.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 NOTE: 19. Seat Belt Reminder Light • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/ Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on mo- RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight mentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to seconds as a bulb check.
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads others could be badly burned by steam or boiling “260”...
Page 279: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful (EVIC) information by pressing the switches mounted on the The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the following: tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the •...
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The system allows the driver to select information by UP Button pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the UP button to scroll up- wheel: ward through the main menu and Vehicle Info and Trip Info sub-menus (Fuel Economy, Ve- hicle Info, Tire PSI, Cruise, Messages) and sub-menus.
Page 281: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 BACK Button messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn- Press the BACK button to return to the main ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall menu from an info screen or sub-menu item. into several categories: •...
Page 282: Evic White Telltales
280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL of this message type are Turn Signal On (if a turn signal EVIC White Telltales is left on) and Lights On (if driver leaves the vehicle). This area will show reconfigurable white caution tell- tales. These telltales include: •...
Page 283: Evic Amber Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 • Electronic Speed Control SET EVIC Amber Telltales This telltale will illuminate when the electronic This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- speed control is SET. For further information, tales. These telltales include: refer to “Electronic Speed Control” in “Under- •...
Page 284: Evic Red Telltales
282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator • Trunk Ajar This telltale will turn on to indicate the wind- This light will turn on to indicate that the trunk shield washer fluid is low. lid is ajar. •...
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 idle). If the charging system telltale remains on, it means If the telltale remains lit with the engine running, your that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho- charging system.
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the telltale turns on while driving, safely pull over and CAUTION! stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve- Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera- hicle.
Page 287: Oil Change Required
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 Oil Change Required 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change within 10 seconds. indicator system. The Oil Change Due message will 3. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE display in the EVIC for five seconds after a single chime START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the has sounded at the start of each ignition that an oil...
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the SELECT button to reset the Average Fuel Economy. Press the BACK button to return to the main menu. Average Fuel Economy / ECO Fuel Saver Mode — If Equipped Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. When Average Fuel Economy is selected, The word RESET>...
Page 289: Cruise Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 This feature allows you to monitor when you are driving amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the “LOW in a fuel efficient manner, and it can be used to modify FUEL” message and a new DTE value will display. Press driving habits in order to increase fuel economy.
Page 290: Vehicle Speed
288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL feature as the driver changes feature status or follow- will toggle the unit of measure between mph or km/h. ing conditions change. If ACC is active and a warning Press the BACK button to return to the main menu. or other feature is in the EVIC main display, the ACC NOTE: Changing the unit of measure in the Vehicle status will be displayed in place of the EVIC odometer...
Page 291: Tire Psi
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- Tire PSI tion: Press and release the UP or DOWN button until Tire PSI is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the SELECT Trip A button and one of the following will be displayed: Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last •...
Page 292: Vehicle Info
290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) Messages # Press and release the UP or DOWN button until Vehicle Select from Main Menu using the UP or DOWN buttons. Info is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the This feature shows the number of stored warning mes- SELECT button and Coolant Temp will be displayed.
Page 293: Hard-Keys
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 Hard-Keys Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start, Engine Off Operation, Hard-Keys are located below the Uconnect Touch™ Compass Settings, Audio, Phone/Bluetooth and SIRIUS system in the center of the instrument panel. In addition, Setup. there is a Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right NOTE: Only one touchscreen area may be selected at a side of the Climate Controls in the center of the instru- time.
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Display Mode When making a selection, press the soft-key to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired mode press and When in this display you may select one of the auto release the preferred setting until a check-mark appears display settings.
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 • Set Language Length, touch the Brief or Detailed soft-key until a When in this display, you may select one of three check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that languages for all display nomenclature, including the trip setting has been selected.
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the appears next to the setting, showing that setting has been back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu.
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 • Time Format • Front Collision Sensitivity — If Equipped When in this display, you may select the time format The Front Collision Warning (FCW) feature can be can be display setting. Touch the Time Format soft-key until a set to Far, set to Near or turned Off.
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Park Assist setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. the vehicle when the transmission shift lever is in RE- •...
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 • Rain Sensing Auto Wipers not damaged, the sensor may have become misaligned. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer to verify sensor When this feature is selected, the system will automati- alignment. Having a sensor that is misaligned will result cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture in the BSM not operating to specification.
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped Lights After pressing the Lights soft-key the following settings When this feature is selected, and the headlight switch is will be available. in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on ap- proximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on.
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 • Daytime Running Lights selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature When this feature is selected, the headlights will turn on selected. To make your selection, touch the Flash Head- whenever the engine is running. To make your selection, lights with Lock soft-key, until a check-mark appears touch the Daytime Running Lights soft-key, until a next to setting, showing that setting has been selected.
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Flash Headlight With Lock touch the Sound Horn With Remote Start soft-key, until a When this feature is selected, the front and headlights check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the has been selected.
Page 303 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 grasped. With Passive Entry, if 1st Press Of Key Fob vehicle. To make your selection, touch the Memory Unlocks is programmed touching the handle more than Linked To FOB soft-key, until a check-mark appears next once will only result in the driver’s door opening.
Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Easy Exit Seat check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to return to the previous menu. enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the vehicle.
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 • Headlight Off Delay NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds Laptops and Radar Detectors.
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Perform Compass Calibration • Equalizer Touch the Calibration soft-key to change this setting. This When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – manually reset the compass.
Page 307 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 • Music Info Cleanup SIRIUS Setup This feature helps organize music files for optimized After pressing the SIRIUS Setup soft-key the following music navigation. To make your selection, touch the settings will be available. Music Info Cleanup soft-key, select On or Off followed by •...
Page 308: Srt Performance Features
306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To WARNING! reactivate your service, either call the number listed on the screen or visit the provider online. Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor- mance Features is intended for off-highway or off- NOTE: SIRIUS Travel Link is a separate subscription.
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 • 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) • The feature will be “ready” when the vehicle speed is at 0 mph (0 km/h). • Braking Distance • Soft-keys allow access to the current, best and last • 1/8 Mile times recorded.
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Coolant Temperature When a force greater than zero is measured, the display will update the value as it climbs. As the G-Force falls, Shows the actual coolant temperature within the range of the peak forces will continue to display. the gauge.
Page 311: Setting The Analog Clock
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 Engine When selected, this screen displays miles per hour (mph), horsepower (hp), torque (ft/lb), oil pressure (psi) and gear selector values. Handling When selected, this screen displays peak g-force, instan- taneous g-force, steering and yaw angles. Options When selected, this screen allows you to choose a stan- dard or customize display for your SRT home page.
Page 312: Equipped
310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod The 12 Channel Class D GreenEdge high efficiency and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may amplifier is governed by a high voltage tracking power not fully support the iPod control features. Please visit supply and drives a 7.5-channel playback architecture.
Page 313: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 Selecting “Audio Surround” through the DSS modes activates the Harman Kardon Logic7 multichannel surround-sound technology in your vehicle. The “Video Surround” mode is described under Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS). The Video Surround Mode will only be available for video media sources (DVDs, Video CDs, or other video media supported by the radio).
Page 314: Radio Operation
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing the center button will make the radio switch CD Player between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/ Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next CD/HDD/AUX/VES, 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 315: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective precautions: coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding.
Page 316: Climate Controls
314 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 Automatic Climate Controls on the instrument panel or through the Uconnect Touch™...
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 Performing this function will cause the automatic opera- tion to switch into manual mode and the AUTO indicator will turn off. 2. Recirculation Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when ON. 3.
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL position. Blower control should be left in the “ON” increase when Defrost mode is selected. If the front position to allow the climate control to either warm or defrost mode is turned off the climate system will return cool the vehicle the previous setting.
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 7. Passenger Temperature Control Down Button CAUTION! (Continued) Provides the passenger with independent temperature • Use care when washing the inside of the rear control. Push the button for cooler temperature settings. window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on NOTE: Pressing this button while in Sync mode will the interior surface of the window.
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: In Sync mode, this button will also automati- direct the flow of air. The air vanes of the center outlets cally adjust the passenger temperature setting at the and outboard outlets can be moved up and down or side same time.
Page 321: Climate Control Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 • Mix Mode Climate Control Functions Air comes from the floor, defrost and side window A/C (Air Conditioning) demist outlets. This mode works best in cold or The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator snowy conditions.
Page 322: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) condenser, reducing air conditioning performance. ATC Hard-keys are located in the center of the instru- ment panel. Recirculation When outside air contains smoke, odors, or Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect Touch™...
Page 323: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is Manual Operation not necessary to change the settings. You will experience The system allows for manual selection of blower speed, the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation con- function automatically.
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Summer Operation Vacation Storage The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the against engine overheating.
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they windshield and provide sufficient heating.
Page 327: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....329 Automatic Transmission ....334 Automatic Transmission .
Page 328 326 STARTING AND OPERATING Driving On Slippery Surfaces ... . . 345 Traction Control System (TCS) ... 356 Acceleration ......345 Brake Assist System (BAS) .
Page 329 STARTING AND OPERATING 327 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ..370 Tire Rotation – All Season Tires ..383 Tires — General Information ... . . 374 Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .
Page 330 328 STARTING AND OPERATING Adding Fuel ......396 Overloading ......400 Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release .
Page 331: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat ON/RUN mode.
Page 332: Keyless Enter-N-Go
330 STARTING AND OPERATING Normal Starting CAUTION! (Continued) Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm is at idle speed.
Page 333 STARTING AND OPERATING 331 2. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position. ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions – With Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or 3. If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/ NEUTRAL Position) STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle The Keyless Enter-N-Go feature operates similar to an...
Page 334: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or 29°C)
332 STARTING AND OPERATING • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time WARNING! (Continued) to return the ignition switch to the OFF position (EVIC • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get displays “OFF”). it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or 29°C) transmission cannot be started this way.
Page 335: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 Clearing A Flooded Engine ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED (Using ENGINE START/STOP Button) The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits If the engine fails to start after you have followed the quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a “Normal Starting”...
Page 336: Automatic Transmission
334 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK CAUTION! or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than Damage to the automatic transmission may occur if idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing on the following precautions are not observed: the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate •...
Page 337: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 the transmission in PARK. This system also locks the shift WARNING! (Continued) lever in PARK whenever the ignition switch is in the OFF • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure position. those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift...
Page 338: Gear Ranges
336 STARTING AND OPERATING The electronically-controlled transmission provides a Gear Ranges precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new NEUTRAL into another gear range. vehicle may be somewhat abrupt.
Page 339 STARTING AND OPERATING 337 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle the parking brake. Always apply the parking speed.
Page 340 338 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF •...
Page 341 STARTING AND OPERATING 339 • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever WARNING! will not move out of PARK. Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the REVERSE ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
Page 342 340 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE Transmission Limp Home Mode This range should be used for most city and highway Transmission function is monitored electronically for driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 343: Autostick
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 3. Turn the engine OFF. Overdrive Operation The automatic transmission includes an electronically 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. controlled Overdrive (fifth gear). The transmission will 5. Restart the engine. automatically shift into the Overdrive gear if the follow- ing conditions are present: 6.
Page 344 342 STARTING AND OPERATING • The transmission will automatically downshift as the This system can also provide you with more control during passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will mountain driving, trailer towing, and many other situa- display the current gear.
Page 345: Sport Mode
STARTING AND OPERATING 343 • An “UPSHIFT” message will appear in the Electronic • Heavily pressing the accelerator pedal may generate Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) portion of the in- an automatic downshift for improved acceleration. strument cluster when using AutoStick , to alert the •...
Page 346 344 STARTING AND OPERATING acceleration and braking. There are two modes of opera- tion: • Automatic (Auto) Mode — This is the default position when vehicle ignition is first turned on. This mode will give a sporty, but comfortable ride. Within this mode, the suspension will adapt to the vehicle inputs, includ- ing vehicle speed, steering inputs, braking and accel- eration.
Page 347: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 AUTO mode will be a more soft touring ride, where as WARNING! SPORT will be a firmer, sportier suspension for better handling. SPORT mode also affects transmission shifting Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. in either Auto or Manual mode. Refer to “AutoStick ” in Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the rear “Starting And Operating”...
Page 348: Driving Through Water
346 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. Flowing/Rising Water 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become WARNING! visible. Do not drive on or across a road or path where water 4.
Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Always check the depth of the standing water age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- before driving through it. Never drive through ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, standing water that is deeper than the bottom of transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
Page 350: Power Steering
348 STARTING AND OPERATING POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph steering capability if power assist is lost.
Page 351: Power Steering Fluid Check
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 system. This noise should be considered normal, and it checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are does not in any way damage the steering system. apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- pated.
Page 352: Parking Brake
350 STARTING AND OPERATING If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the shift lever in the...
Page 353 STARTING AND OPERATING 351 NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound the parking brake.
Page 354: Brake System
352 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless parking brake released, a brake system malfunction Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
Page 355: Anti-Lock Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 353 OFF) the brakes will still function. The effort required to is working properly. This self check occurs each time the brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph (11 km/h). with the power system operating.
Page 356 354 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent • The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisti- the natural laws of physics from acting on the cated electronic equipment that may be suscep- vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering tible to interference caused by improperly in- efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition stalled...
Page 357: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 355 Anti-Lock Brake Light If both the “Brake Warning Light” and the “Anti-Lock The “Anti-Lock Brake Light” monitors the anti- Brake Light” remain on, the ABS and EBD systems are lock brake system. The light will come on when not functioning.
Page 358: Traction Control System (Tcs)
356 STARTING AND OPERATING avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking. Traction Control System (TCS) Refer to “Anti-Lock Brake System” in “Starting and This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each Operating” for further information. driven wheel. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is WARNING! reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability.
Page 359: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the WARNING! condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle maintain the desired path. The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the The ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
Page 360 358 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Operating Modes WARNING! The ESC system has three available operating modes: The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- ESC On vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the This is the normal operating mode for the ESC. When- vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by ever the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in this prevailing road conditions.
Page 361 STARTING AND OPERATING 359 The “ESC Off” switch is located in the switch bank near WARNING! the bottom center of the instrument panel. To enter the “Partial Off” mode, momentarily press the “ESC Off” When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS portion of ESC, switch and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator except for the limited wheel slip feature described in Light”...
Page 362 360 STARTING AND OPERATING release the TRIP ODOMETER button located on the NOTE: When the ESC is switched OFF, a feature of the instrument cluster to clear this message. The “ESC OFF” system remains active. This feature controls wheel spin message may appear in the Electronic Vehicle Informa- across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential.
Page 363: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
STARTING AND OPERATING 361 system will release brake pressure in proportion to the WARNING! amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in the intended direction of travel. With the ESC switched OFF, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESC is unavailable. In an emer- HSA Activation Criteria gency evasive maneuver, the ESC system will not The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to...
Page 364 362 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! • HSA is not a parking brake. Always apply the There may be situations on minor hills (i.e., less than 8%), with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, parking brake fully when leaving your vehicle. when the system will not activate and slight rolling Also, be certain to leave the transmission in PARK.
Page 365: Ready Alert Braking
STARTING AND OPERATING 363 Ready Alert Braking ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and Ready Alert Braking may reduce the time required to ESC OFF Indicator Light reach full braking during emergency braking situations. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator It anticipates when an emergency braking situation may Light”...
Page 366: Synchronizing Esc
364 STARTING AND OPERATING Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac- Synchronizing ESC celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little If the power supply is interrupted (battery throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and disconnected discharged), “ESC...
Page 367: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 365 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 368 366 STARTING AND OPERATING • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design compact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded ample: T145/80D18 103M.
Page 369 STARTING AND OPERATING 367 EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
Page 370: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
368 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 371: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 372: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
370 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door.
Page 373 STARTING AND OPERATING 371 axles must not be exceeded. For further information on This placard tells you important information about GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the: “Vehicle Loading” in this section. 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of...
Page 374 372 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of of your vehicle with varying seating configurations cargo and luggage load capacity.
Page 375 STARTING AND OPERATING 373...
Page 376: Tires - General Information
374 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause accidents. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 377: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 375 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side “B” Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to door.
Page 378 376 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the Winter.
Page 379: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 377 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 380: Tread Wear Indicators
378 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for more than 30 seconds continuously when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the...
Page 381: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 379 Life Of Tire Replacement Tires The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many factors including, but not limited to: characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure.
Page 382 380 STARTING AND OPERATING It is recommended you contact your original equipment WARNING! (Continued) or an authorized tire dealer with any questions you may • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or have on tire specifications or capability. Failure to use capacity, other than what was originally equipped equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the on your vehicle.
Page 383: Tire Chains
STARTING AND OPERATING 381 TIRE CHAINS CAUTION! (Continued) If driving conditions require tire chains for your vehicle, • Install chains on the rear wheels as tightly as use only chains that meet SAE type “Class S” specifica- possible and then retighten after driving about ⁄...
Page 384: Tire Rotation Recommendations
382 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: In order to avoid damage to tires, chains, and These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. your vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period on dry The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with pavement.
Page 385: Tire Rotation - All Season Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 383 Tire Rotation Tire Rotation Tire Rotation – All Season Tires TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The suggested rotation method for vehicles equipped The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the with all season tires is the “forward-cross” as shown in driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- the following diagram.
Page 386 384 STARTING AND OPERATING The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if 1 psi (6.9 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means that the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure limit for any reason, including low temperature effects will decrease.
Page 387 STARTING AND OPERATING 385 For example, your vehicle may have a recommended CAUTION! cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure • The TPMS has been optimized for the original of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), equipment tires and wheels.
Page 388: Premium System
386 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure the tire.
Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 • Various TPMS messages, which display in the Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), and • TPM Telltale Light The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if equipped) has a TPM sensor. The full size spare can be used in place of any of the four road tires.
Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible for a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes and inflate the tires with a low pressure condition (those (- -) in place of the pressure value to indicate which flashing in the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recom- sensor is not being received.
Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389 If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, The EVIC will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault message for a minimum of five seconds when a system no longer exists, the TPM Telltale Light will no longer fault related to an incorrect sensor location fault is flash, and the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message will no...
Page 392 390 STARTING AND OPERATING EVIC will display a low pressure message and a graphic 3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above showing the low tire pressure value flashing. 15 mph (24 km/h), the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
Page 393: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 391 warning limit in any of the four active road tires. The FUEL REQUIREMENTS vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 6.4L Engine 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this The 6.4L engine is designed to meet all information.
Page 394: Reformulated Gasoline
392 STARTING AND OPERATING necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends and durability for your vehicle. The manufacturer recom- Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- mends the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC speci- genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- fications if they are available.
Page 395: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 • disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- engine controller memory ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged content may void the vehicle’s warranty.
Page 396: Materials Added To Fuel
394 STARTING AND OPERATING can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the CAUTION! (Continued) United States. MMT is prohibited in Federal and Califor- • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law. nia reformulated gasoline. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor- Materials Added To Fuel mance and damage the emissions control system.
Page 397: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 395 NOTE: Intentional tampering with the emissions con- WARNING! (Continued) trol system can result in civil penalties being assessed • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon against you. monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can Carbon Monoxide Warnings kill.
Page 398 396 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located in the driver’s door map pocket). Fuel Filler Door 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. 4.
Page 399 STARTING AND OPERATING 397 NOTE: Only the correct size nozzle opens the latches allowing the flapper door to open. 5. Fill the vehicle with fuel – when the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off the fuel tank is full. 6. Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door. NOTE: A funnel is provided (located in the trunk in the spare tire area) to open the flapper door to allow for emergency refueling with a gas can.
Page 400: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release
398 STARTING AND OPERATING Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release WARNING! If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near filler door emergency release. the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank 1.
Page 401: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 399 3. Pull the release cable. Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Vehicle Certification Label Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label affixed to the rear of the driver’s door. The label contains the following information: •...
Page 402: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)
400 STARTING AND OPERATING The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the VIN. Overloading The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and the This includes driver, passengers, and cargo.
Page 403: Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 401 Loading TRAILER TOWING To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended. weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store heavier items RECREATIONAL TOWING down low and be sure you distribute their weight as (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) evenly as possible.
Page 405: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....405 Jacking And Tire Changing ....417 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 406 404 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ....430 Towing A Disabled Vehicle ....433 Shift Lever Override —...
Page 407: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 405 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the may wear down your battery. center of the instrument panel between the center air IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS outlets.
Page 408: Tirefit Kit
406 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum WARNING! heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a You or others can be badly burned by hot engine supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 409: Tirefit Storage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 407 TIREFIT Storage TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk. 1. Sealant Bottle TIREFIT Location 2. Deflation Button 3. Pressure Gauge 4. Power Button...
Page 410 408 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Mode Select Knob Selecting Sealant Mode Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this 6. Sealant Hose (Clear) position to inject the TIREFIT Sealant 7. Air Pump Hose (Black) and to inflate the tire. Use the Sealant Hose (clear hose) (6) when selecting 8.
Page 411: Tirefit Usage Precautions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 409 • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem TIREFIT Usage Precautions on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant TIREFIT kit. Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on the •...
Page 412 410 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) − If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the wheel. vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the •...
Page 413: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 411 Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT WARNING! (Continued) (A) Whenever You Stop To Use TIREFIT: • Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to come in contact with hair, eyes, or clothing. TIRE- 1.
Page 414 412 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (B) Setting Up To Use TIREFIT: (C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated Tire: 1. Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to the Sealant Mode • Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE- position.
Page 415 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 413 Sealant Hose (6) to the valve stem. Check that the Mode If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the Select Knob (5) is in the Sealant Mode position and not Sealant Hose (6): Air Mode.
Page 416 414 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) CAUTION! pressure within 15 minutes: • The metal end fitting from Power Plug (8) may get • The tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive hot after use, so it should be handled carefully.
Page 417 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 415 3. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in color) and WARNING! screw the fitting at the end of hose (7) onto the valve stem. TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using 4.
Page 418 416 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Disconnect the TIREFIT kit from the valve stem, 2. Locate the round Sealant Bottle release button in the reinstall the cap on the valve stem and unplug from 12 recessed area under the sealant bottle. Volt outlet.
Page 419: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 417 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for WARNING! changing tires only. The jack should not be used to • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the lift the vehicle for service purposes.
Page 420 418 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Open the trunk. 2. Lift the access cover using the pull strap. Spare Tire Fastener 4. Remove the spare tire. 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack. Opening The Access Panel 3. Remove the fastener securing the spare tire.
Page 421: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 419 WARNING! • A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided. •...
Page 422: Jacking And Changing A Tire
420 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle WARNING! when the vehicle is being jacked. Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the Jacking And Changing A Tire vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack WARNING! or changing the wheel.
Page 423 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 421 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on jack. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
Page 424 422 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and lug wrench. 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle. 3.
Page 425 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 423 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 lug nuts and tire. 7.
Page 426 424 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: CAUTION! • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the •...
Page 427: Road Tire Installation
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 425 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack WARNING! handle counterclockwise. • A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision 10. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased vehicle.
Page 428: Jump-Starting Procedures
426 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a WARNING! torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly seated against the wheel. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES has been lowered.
Page 429: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 427 CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
Page 430: Jump-Starting Procedure
428 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 431 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 429 CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark or the discharged vehicle.
Page 432 430 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Disconnect the positive (+) jumper cable from the FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE positive (+) post of the booster battery. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your 9.
Page 433 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 431 NOTE: Turn off the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) WARNING! — if equipped, or Traction Control System (TCS) — if equipped before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- Brake Control”...
Page 434 432 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Remove the rubber tray from the storage bin located to the right of the shift lever. The override access port is near the bottom of the bin to the right of the shift lever gate. 3.
Page 435 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 433 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground SRT8 MODELS IF Transmission is operable: Flat Tow NONE • Transmission in NEUTRAL • 30 mph (48 km/h)max speed Front • 15 mi (24 km) max distance Wheel Lift Rear Flatbed...
Page 436 434 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Flatbed towing is recommended. CAUTION! If the transmission is operable, vehicles this vehicle may • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. be towed (with rear wheels on the ground) under the Damage to the fascia will occur. following conditions: •...
Page 437 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 435 If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be Without The Ignition Key Fob towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed 15 miles (24 km) for, tow with the rear wheels OFF the with the ignition in the OFF position.
Page 439: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 6.4L ... . . 439 Engine Air Cleaner Filter ....446 Onboard Diagnostic System —...
Page 440 438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Brake System ..... . . 462 Bulb Replacement ..... 481 Automatic Transmission .
Page 441: Engine Compartment - 6.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 4 —...
Page 442: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emissions control system.
Page 443 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 For states that require an Inspection and Mainte- 2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction this test over. Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not 3.
Page 444: Replacement Parts
442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If your OBD II system is not ready, you should see your REPLACEMENT PARTS authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was Use of genuine MOPAR parts for normal/scheduled recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to en- you may need to do nothing more than drive your sure the designed performance.
Page 445: Maintenance Procedures
Immediately have potential malfunctions service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- examined by an authorized Chrysler Group LLC chanic. dealership or qualified repair center. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids...
Page 446: Engine Oil
“SAFE” range requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-10725 will result in an oil level at the top of the “SAFE” range and are approved to MB 229.3 or MB 229.5 (will be listed on these engines.
Page 447 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 Synthetic Engine Oils CAUTION! You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes chemicals can damage your engine.
Page 448: Engine Oil Filter
446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Filter WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change. The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine Engine Oil Filter Selection backfire.
Page 449: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 Maintenance-Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- tenance required. NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump starting.
Page 450 448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 451: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.
Page 452: A/C Air Filter
450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
Page 453 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 Filter Access Cover A/C Air Filter 3. Remove the used filter. 5. Close the filter access cover. 4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the maintenance intervals.
Page 454: Body Lubrication
452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Lubrication The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the...
Page 455: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453 NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend- To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or performance of blades may be present with chattering, exceeds the temperature range of your climate.
Page 456: Exhaust System
454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System WARNING! The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Page 457 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 455 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- CAUTION! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst leaded fuel only.
Page 458: Cooling System
456 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- Cooling System age: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion.
Page 459 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457 Coolant Checks If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti- Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where bottle.
Page 460 458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Coolant CAUTION! Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may intervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be used up result in engine damage and may decrease corro- to five years or 104,000 miles (169 000 km) before sion protection.
Page 461 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 459 • Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant Cooling System Pressure Cap and distilled water. Use higher concentrations (not to The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of exceed 70%) if temperatures below 34°F ( 37°C) are coolant, and to ensure that engine coolant (antifreeze) anticipated.
Page 462 460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
Page 463 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 461 When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, contents of maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against coolant bottle. Do not overfill. freezing.
Page 464: Brake System
462 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may if the brake system warning light indicates system fail- result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas ure.
Page 465 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 463 Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re- WARNING! (Continued) fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main- • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or taining Your Vehicle” for further information. moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 466: Automatic Transmission
464 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any trans- WARNING! (Continued) mission; only the approved lubricant may be used. • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- Special Additives nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered be damaged, causing partial or complete brake product and its performance may be impaired by supple-...
Page 467 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 465 Fluid Level Check CAUTION! (Continued) Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not • The fluid level is preset at the factory and it does required. For this reason, the dipstick is omitted. not require adjustment under normal operating If you notice fluid loss or transmission malfunction, have conditions.
Page 468: Rear Axle
466 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Axle Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be graphic locations and usage.
Page 469 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467 • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR The most common causes are: Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film, stains • Road salt, dirt, and moisture accumulation. and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to •...
Page 470 468 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, Special Care de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive packaged and sealed. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 471 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469 • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean or a mild CAUTION! soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes.
Page 472 470 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom- Cleaning Headlights mended for leather upholstery. Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth.
Page 473 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471 quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do Seat Belt Maintenance not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical scratch the elements. solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
Page 474: Fuses
472 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES CAUTION! Integrated Power Module • When installing the integrated power module The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- compartment. This module contains fuses and relays. erly positioned and fully latched.
Page 475 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 473 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — — Fuse – Spare — 10 Amp Security 40 Amp — Radiator Fan #1 Green — 20 Amp Horns Yellow 50 Amp —...
Page 476 474 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 50 Amp — Power Steering #2 — 25 Amp Engine Module Natural 30 Amp — Wiper Motor — — Fuse – Spare Pink —...
Page 477: Rear Power Distribution Center
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 475 Rear Power Distribution Center Cavity Car- Mini- Description There is also a power distribution center located in the tridge Fuse trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center Fuse contains fuses and relays. — 10 Amp Airbag Module —...
Page 478 476 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description CAUTION! tridge Fuse • When installing the power distribution center Fuse cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- 60 Amp — Front PDC Feed #1 erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so Yellow may allow water to get into the power distribution —...
Page 479 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 477 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp — Driver Door — — Fuse — Spare Pink — — Fuse — Spare 30 Amp — Passenger Door — 10 Amp Fuel Door/Diagnostic Pink...
Page 480 478 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 15 Amp Ignition Switch/Wireless — 25 Amp Rear Heated Seats/ Blue Module Natural Steering Wheel — 10 Amp Steering Column — 10 Amp Park Assist/Blind Spot/ Module/Clock...
Page 481 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 479 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Front Heated Seats — — Fuse — Spare Yellow — — Fuse — Spare — 10 Amp Heated Cupholders/ —...
Page 482: Vehicle Storage
480 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your Interior Bulb Number battery. Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps ... . . W5W Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp .
Page 483: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 481 BULB REPLACEMENT Exterior Bulb Number Low Beam/High Beam Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, (Bi-Halogen Headlamp) ....HIR2LL Park/Turn Lamp, Inner Park Lamp, and Outer Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Xenon Headlamp) .
Page 484 482 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Standard Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam WARNING! Headlamp, Park/Turn Lamp, Inner Park Lamp, and Outer Park Lamp A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned 1. Open the hood. ON.
Page 485 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 483 4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the head- lamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise. 3 — Park/Turn Lamp Bulb 1 — High Beam Headlamp Bulb 2 — Low Beam Headlamp Bulb...
Page 486: Rear Backup Lamp And Turn Signal Lamps
484 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. Rear Backup Lamp and Turn Signal Lamps 1.
Page 487 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 485 3. Pull back the trunk liner to gain access to the tail lamp 9. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- wing nuts. terclockwise to remove it from the tail lamp assembly. 4. Remove the three wing nuts from the back of the tail 10.
Page 488: License Lamp
486 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE License Lamp 1. Remove the screws securing the lamp to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 1 — License Lamp Bulb 2 —...
Page 489: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 487 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 19 Gallons 72 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 6.4 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-40, Synthetic API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 6.4 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile 15.2 Quarts 14.4 Liters Formula or equivalent)
Page 490: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operat- ing conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-10725 and are approved to MB 229.3 or MB 229.5. The manufacturer recom- mends the use of a full synthetic 5W-40 or equivalent engine oil.
Page 491: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 489 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Page 493 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule ....492 Required Maintenance Intervals ..494...
Page 494 492 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser- manual must be done at the times or mileages specified vice is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles vehicle performance and reliability.
Page 495 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 493 Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator At Each Stop for Fuel message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a • Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance scheduled oil change is performed by someone other Procedures/Engine Oil”...
Page 496 494 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals CAUTION! as required.
Page 497 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 495 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 498: Service Schedule
496 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 499 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 497 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 500 498 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 501 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 499 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 502 500 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 503 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 501 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 504 502 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 505 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 503 102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 506 504 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service 114 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 507 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 505 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service 126 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 508 506 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service 138 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 509 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 507 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or 150 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
Page 510 508 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
Page 511: If You Need Consumer Assistance
If You Need Assistance ....511 Reporting Safety Defects ....514 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center ..512 In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
Page 512 510 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Traction Grades ..... 517 Quality Grades ......517 Temperature Grades .
Page 513: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 511 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...
Page 514: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
512 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (800) 247–9753...
Page 515: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 513 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.
Page 516: Warranty Information
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
Page 517: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 515 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
Page 518 Chrysler Group LLC ve- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group hicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency LLC vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the...
Page 519 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 517 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Page 520 518 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 521 INDEX...
Page 522 520 INDEX About Your Brakes ....350,352 Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ... 58,60,64 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 523 INDEX 521 Automatic Headlights ....171 B-Pillar Location ......370 Automatic Oil Change Indicator .
Page 524 522 INDEX Brightness, Interior Lights ....179 Check Engine Light Bulb Replacement ..... 480,481 (Malfunction Indicator Light) .
Page 525 INDEX 523 Connector Corrosion Protection ..... 466 UCI ......309 Cruise Control (Speed Control) .
Page 526 524 INDEX Disabled Vehicle Towing ....433 Traction Control System ....356 Disposal Electronic Power Distribution Center (Fuses) .
Page 527 INDEX 525 Break-In Recommendations ....80 Temperature Gauge ....275 Checking Oil Level .
Page 528 526 INDEX Flashers Forward Collision Warning ....214,281 Hazard Warning ..... 405 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .
Page 529 INDEX 527 Fuel Saver ......286 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ....400 Fuses .
Page 530 528 INDEX Switch ......171 Instrument Panel and Controls ....265 Time Delay .
Page 531 INDEX 529 Keyless Entry System ..... . 20 Alarm ......272 Keyless Go .
Page 532 530 INDEX Illuminated Entry ..... 20 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ..268,383 Instrument Cluster .
Page 533 INDEX 531 Maintenance Free Battery ....447 Heated ......96 Maintenance Procedures .
Page 534 532 INDEX Oil Change Indicator, Reset ....268,285 Outside Rearview Mirrors ....92 Oil Filter, Change .
Page 535 INDEX 533 Door Locks ......29 Rain Sensitive Wiper System ....183 Mirrors .
Page 536 534 INDEX Replacement Bulbs ..... . . 480 Seat Belt Maintenance ....471 Replacement Keys .
Page 537 INDEX 535 Memory ......165 Shifting ....... 334 Power .
Page 538 536 INDEX Sport Mode ......343 Storage, Vehicle ..... . 322,480 Starting .
Page 539 INDEX 537 Tire Identification Number (TIN) ... . . 368 Radial ......377 Tire Markings .
Page 540 538 INDEX Transmitter Battery Service Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ....50 (Remote Keyless Entry) ....23 Transmitter Programming Vanity Mirrors .
Page 541 INDEX 539 Washing Vehicle ......467 Windshield Defroster ..... . 83 Water Windshield Washers .
Page 542 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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