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

  • Page 3: Introduction

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision your satisfaction.
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...

  • Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number

    6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information.

  • Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

    INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.

  • Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED ......18 Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) .
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlatch The Trunk ....23 WINDOWS ......40 Using The Panic Alarm .
  • Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Seat Belt Pretensioners ....57 Transporting Pets ..... .95 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 Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) switch with the push of a button, as long as the Remote transmitter and a Keyless Ignition Node (KIN).

  • 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 vehicle 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 NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer Sys- CAUTION! tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and authorized dealer. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- Customer Key Programming tended.

  • Page 20: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED To Arm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: for unauthorized entry and the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ 1.

  • Page 21: To Disarm The System

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 • Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further infor- position. mation). • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ , press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™...

  • Page 22: Security System Manual Override

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previ- Security System Manual Override ously described arming sequences has occurred, the The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether doors using the manual door lock plunger.

  • Page 23: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: NOTE: Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system from responding to all RKE transmit- • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- ter buttons for all RKE transmitters. tesy lights will turn on if the dimmer control is in the “Dome ON”...

  • Page 24: To Unlock The Doors

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock The Doors Flash Lights With Lock Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- within five seconds to unlock all doors.

  • Page 25: To Lock The Doors

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 To Lock The Doors To Unlatch The Trunk Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two ter to lock all doors. The turn signal lights will flash and times within five seconds to unlatch the trunk.

  • Page 26: Programming Additional Transmitters

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: • The interior lights will turn off if you cycle the ignition • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Panic Alarm is activated.

  • Page 27: General Information

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol. 4. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves together. General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada.

  • Page 28: Remote Starting System - If Equipped

    26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal NOTE: distance, check for these two conditions: • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic 1. A weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
  • Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • Battery at an acceptable charge level Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped • RKE PANIC button not pressed The following messages will display in the EVIC if the •...
  • Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The engine can be started two consecutive times (two To Enter Remote Start Mode 15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However, Press and release the REMOTE START button the ignition must be cycled to the RUN position before on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle.
  • Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle Cancel Remote Start Before the end of 15 minute cycle, press and release the Remote Starting will also cancel if any of the following UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the occur: doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if...

  • Page 32: Door Locks

    30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward. To unlock the front doors, pull the inside door handle to the first detent. To unlock the rear doors, pull the door lock knob on the door trim panel upward.
  • Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or • For personal security and safety in the event of a in a location accessible to children, and do not collision, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N- well as when you park and leave the vehicle.

  • Page 34: Power Door Locks

    32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry) system. For further A power door lock switch is on each front door trim information, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™ ” in “Things panel.

  • Page 35: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming authorized dealer. Please see your authorized dealer for To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Set- service.
  • Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. Child-Protection Door Lock Function Child-Protection Door Lock Location WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged.

  • Page 37: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock knob up (unlocked position), roll down the raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock window and open the door with the outside door handle.
  • Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft driver’s door handle.
  • Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE To Enter The Trunk Transmitter In Vehicle With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a (1.5 m) of the deck lid, press the button on the right side Passive Entry RKE transmitter inside your vehicle, the of CHMSL, (Center High Mounted Stop Light) which is...
  • Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If you inadvertently leave your vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitter in the trunk and try to close the deck lid, the deck lid will automatically unlatch, unless another one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmit- ters is outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the deck lid.
  • Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 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 42: Windows

    40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS There are single window controls on each passenger door trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows. Power Windows The window controls will operate only when the ignition The window controls on the driver’s door control all the is in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
  • Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 To open the window part way, press the window switch WARNING! to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not let children play with power windows.
  • Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Reset Auto-Up • If the window runs into any obstacle during auto- Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window probably needs to be reset. To reset Auto Up: closure, it will reverse direction and then go back down.

  • Page 45: Wind Buffeting

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions.

  • Page 46: Trunk Safety Warning

    44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The transmission must be in PARK before the With the ignition in the OFF position or the key removed button will operate. from the ignition switch, the Trunk Open symbol will display until the trunk is closed.

  • Page 47: Trunk Emergency Release

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Trunk Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Release Some of the most important safety features in your lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the vehicle are the restraint systems: event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the •...
  • Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may NOTE: The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage enhance occupant protection by managing occupant inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different energy during an impact event rates of inflation based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision.
  • Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- 4. Do not lean against the door or window. If your positioning booster seats. Older children who do not use vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space ride properly buckled up in the rear seat.
  • Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- could cause serious injury, including death.

  • Page 51: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown WARNING! from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle.
  • Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. WARNING! (Continued) Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make your injuries in a collision much worse.
  • Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.
  • Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. up a bit on the shoulder belt.
  • Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of tion.

  • Page 56: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

    54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE above the webbing to release the anchorage, then move it Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure up or down to the position that fits you best. Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt.

  • Page 57: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage: The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably which are used to secure a child restraint system.

  • Page 58: Energy Management Feature

    56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE position that has a belt with this feature. Children 12 WARNING! years old and under should always be properly re- • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if strained in the rear seat. the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode (ALR) feature or any other seat belt function is not...

  • Page 59: Seat Belt Pretensioners

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Seat Belt Pretensioners Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert ) The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.

  • Page 60: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph Seat Belts And Pregnant Women (8 km/h), BeltAlert will provide both audio and visual We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts notification.

  • Page 61: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can in- crease the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug and in the recommended seating positions.
  • Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat- design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) to provide enhanced inflation based on several factors, including the severity protection for an occupant during a side impact.
  • Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 • Instrument Panel determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), which may receive information from the front impact • Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag sensors. • Knee Impact Bolster The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an •...
  • Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) WARNING! (Continued) Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may • Do not put anything on or around the air bag provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant covers or attempt to open them manually.
  • Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only.
  • Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- WARNING! (Continued) brated to deploy the SAB and SABIC air bags during • If your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, impacts that require air bag occupant protection. do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to WARNING!

  • Page 67: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 appropriate sized child restraint, infant restraint or Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) child. The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag required for this vehicle.
  • Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli- Side Knee Air Bag will not deploy in all frontal collisions, sions, and also are needed to help keep you in position, including some that may produce substantial vehicle away from an inflating air bag.
  • Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 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 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 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 whether or not an air bag should have deployed. During collisions where the impact is confined to a particular area of the side of the vehicle, the ORC may Front And Side Impact Sensors...
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any the battery has power or until the ignition key is or all of the following may occur: removed.
  • Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on Maintaining Your Air Bag System your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in- structions for cleaning. WARNING! Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- •...
  • Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag You will want to have the air bags ready to system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may inflate for your protection in a collision.

  • Page 75: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 • 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 76: Child Restraints

    74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is Children 12 years or younger should ride properly required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in such as law enforcement, that have the special equip-...
  • Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has WARNING! a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. You should also make sure that you can install In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a it in the vehicle where you will use it.
  • Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or younger Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible and who have not reached the height or Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear weight limits of their child restraint...
  • Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until air bag.
  • Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for WARNING! as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height • Improper installation can lead to failure of an allowed by the child seat. infant or child restraint.
  • Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Children Too Large For Booster Seats 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs and not their stomach? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend 5.
  • Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor...
  • Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
  • Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
  • Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 What is the weight limit (child’s 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system weight + weight of the child re- until the combined weight of the straint) for using the LATCH an- child and the child restraint is chorage system to attach the child 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
  • Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can two child restraints be at- Never “share” a LATCH anchorage tached using a common lower with two or more child restraints. LATCH anchorage? If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchor- ages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the...
  • Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, below the anchorage sym- bols on the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
  • Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE window. These tether strap anchorages are under a anchorage. Forward-facing child restraints and some plastic cover with the tether anchorage symbol on it. rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap.
  • Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Always follow the directions of the child restraint manu- 3. Place the child seat between the lower anchorages for facturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child that seating position. For some second row seats, you restraint systems will be installed as described here.
  • Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 7. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by seat belts are not toys and that they should not play with pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt them.
  • Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child retract back into the retractor. If it is locked, the ALR will Restraints in this Vehicle make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back into the retractor.
  • Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to the with the seat belt to attach a forward...
  • Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 Installing A Child Restraint with a Switchable back into the retractor. As the webbing retracts, you Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) will hear a clicking sound. This means the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode. 1.
  • Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by 3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt “click.”...
  • Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary. Anchorage If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have 1.
  • Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts. If not possible, lower the head restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the head restraint.

  • Page 97: Transporting Pets

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 5. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Transporting Pets Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision.
  • Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the CAUTION! limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil be detrimental and should be avoided.

  • Page 99: Safety Tips

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Transporting Passengers WARNING! NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon AREA. monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. WARNING! Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you.

  • Page 100: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

    98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the Seat Belts engine running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
  • Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while WARNING! driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- Defroster sonal injury.

  • Page 102: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside

    100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside WARNING! (Continued) The Vehicle • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always Tires properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning. Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear •...
  • Page 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Lights Fluid Leaks Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or panel.
  • Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS MIRRORS ......110 Power Mirrors ..... . .113 Inside Day/Night Mirror .
  • Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Operation ......127 Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone.
  • Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED ..212 Headlight Time Delay ....220 Programming The Memory Feature ..213 Daytime Running Lights (DRL) —...
  • Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Interior Lights ..... . .226 ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED ..236 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS .
  • Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 To Set A Desired ACC Speed ... . .247 PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED ......266 To Cancel .
  • Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE ....277 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ..289 Front Map/Reading Lights .
  • Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 CUPHOLDERS ......297 Door Storage ......302 Front Seat Cupholders .

  • Page 112: Mirrors

    110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.

  • Page 113: Outside Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror. NOTE: The passenger side convex outside mirror will give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the lane next to your vehicle.

  • Page 114: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature - If Equipped

    112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped in both mirrors when you use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or open any door. This LED shines Some models have outside mirrors that are hinged. The outward to illuminate the front and rear door handles.

  • Page 115: Power Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 NOTE: • The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature is not turned on when delivered from the factory. The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature can be turned on and off using the Uconnect System. •...

  • Page 116: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped

    114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using the mirror control switch, press on any of the four Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to An illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor. move.

  • Page 117: Slide-On-Rod" And Extender Features Of Sun Visor

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of Sun Visor To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature of the sun visor, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the sun visor so it is parallel to the side window, grabbing the sun visor with your left hand pull rearwards until the sun visor is in the desired position.

  • Page 118: Blind Spot Monitoring - If Equipped

    116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE BLIND SPOT MONITORING — IF EQUIPPED When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- to let the driver know that the system is operational.
  • Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 The BSM detection zone covers approximately one lane beyond the side of your vehicle, this may result in the on both sides of the vehicle (11 ft or 3.35 m). The zone BSM warning light remaining illuminated the entire starts at the outside rear view mirror and extends ap- time the vehicle is in a forward gear.
  • Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entering From The Side Entering From The Rear Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side of the vehicle. side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
  • Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed of less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning light will be illuminated.
  • Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in berms, etc.
  • Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 WARNING! The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones. The BSM system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.

  • Page 124: Rear Cross Path

    122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cross Path The Rear Cross Path (RCP) feature is intended to aid the drivers when backing out of parking spaces where their vision of oncoming vehicles may be blocked. Proceed slowly and cautiously out of the parking space until the rear end of the vehicle is exposed.

  • Page 125: Modes Of Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can Modes Of Operation be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the Three selectable modes of operation are available in the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the Uconnect System.
  • Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE turn signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an Blind Spot Alert Off alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime When the BSM system is turned off, there will be no will also be sounded.

  • Page 127: Uconnect (4.3)

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 • Searching Contacts phone number (“Search for John Uconnect (4.3) Smith Mobile”). Uconnect 4.3 Screen Activated Features: Uconnect Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- • Dialing via Keypad using touch-screen, vehicle communications system. Uconnect Phone al- lows you to dial a phone number with your mobile •...
  • Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Your mobile phone’s audio is transmitted through your WARNING! vehicle’s audio system; the system will automatically mute your radio when using the Uconnect Phone. Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following all applicable For Uconnect customer support, visit the following laws, including laws regarding phone use.

  • Page 129: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 system. Only one linked (or paired) mobile phone and The Uconnect Phone is fully integrated with the vehi- one audio device can be used with the system at a time. cle’s audio system. The volume of the Uconnect Phone The system is available in English, Spanish, or French can be adjusted either from the radio volume control languages.
  • Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for the works best when you talk in a normal conversational beep, which follows the “Listen” prompt or another tone, as if speaking to someone sitting a few feet/ prompt.
  • Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 do you want to call?” in the case where a phone call was Cancel Command requested but the specific name was not recognized. At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and you will be returned to the main menu.
  • Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: 2. At the “Paired Phones” screen press the “Add Device” soft-key and a pop-up with instructions will appear. • You must have Bluetooth enabled on your phone to complete this procedure. 3. Search for available devices on your Bluetooth en- abled mobile phone.
  • Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth en- Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or abled Audio Device. When prompted on the device, Audio Device select the “Uconnect ” device and enter the PIN, Uconnect Phone will automatically connect to the high- •...
  • Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Disconnecting A Phone Or Audio Device Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite • Touch the “Settings” hard-key, • Touch the “Settings” hard-key, • Touch the “Phone/Bluetooth ” soft-key, • Touch the “Phone/Bluetooth ” soft-key, •...
  • Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 • 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 136: Phone Call Features

    134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Once Emergency is touched, the Edit soft-key appears. • Voice Commands (Dial by Saying a Number, Call by Touch the “Edit” soft-key and you will be given the Saying a Phonebook Name, Redial, or Call Back), choice to Edit Number or Reset to Default, •...
  • Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, • Swap 2 active calls say “Call John Doe Mobile”, • Join 2 active calls together • The Uconnect Phone will dial the number associated Touch-Tone Number Entry with John Doe, or if there are multiple numbers it will •...
  • Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Recent Calls Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — No Call Currently In Progress You may browse up to 34 of the most recent of each of the following call types: When you receive a call on your mobile phone, the Uconnect Phone will interrupt the vehicle audio system, •...
  • Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 NOTE: The Uconnect Phone compatible phones in the Toggling Between Calls market today do not support rejecting an incoming call If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), when another call is in progress. Therefore, the user can press the button until you hear a single beep, indicat- only answer an incoming call or ignore it.

  • Page 140: Uconnect Phone Features

    138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can the new active call. If the active call is terminated by the far end, a call on hold may not become active automati- continue on the Uconnect Phone either until the call cally.
  • Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 • After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, WARNING! say “Emergency” and the Uconnect Phone will in- struct the paired mobile phone to call the emergency Your phone must be turned on and connected to the number.
  • Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: You can use your Uconnect Phone to access a voice mail system or an automated service, such as a paging service • The towing assistance number dialed is based on the or automated customer service line. Some services re- country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- quire immediate response selection.
  • Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 • Pauses, wait or other characters that are supported by entries. For example, if you previously created a Phone- book entry and/or Last Name as “Voice Password”, then some phones are not supported over Bluetooth . if you press the button and say “Send Voicemail These additional symbols will be ignored in the dialing...
  • Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Touch the “Display” soft-key, then scroll down to Voice Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Response Length, WARNING! • Select either “Brief” or “Detailed” by touching the box next to the selection. A check-mark will appear to Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort show your selection.

  • Page 145: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the without terminating the call. To transfer an ongoing call dial ring to the Uconnect Phone to play it on the vehicle from your paired mobile phone to the Uconnect Phone audio system, so you will not hear it.
  • Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Always wait for the beep before speaking. • When navigating through an automated system such as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would speaking the digit string, make sure to say “Send”.
  • Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be compromised with the convertible top down. compromised with the convertible top down. Far End Audio Performance Bluetooth Communication Link •...
  • Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...

  • Page 149: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 • You can replace “4” with any message number shown NOTE: on the screen. • You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your • If your phone does not support phonebook download mobile or favorite phone book.

  • Page 150: Uconnect Phone (8.4/8.4N)

    148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference received, • Hands Free text messaging (“Send a message to John including interference that may cause undesired op- Smith’s Mobile”). eration. • Redialing last dialed numbers (“Redial”). Uconnect Phone (8.4/8.4N) •...
  • Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • Setting Favorite Contact Phone numbers so the are • www.UconnectPhone.com easily accessible on the Main Phone screen. • or call 1–877–855–8400 • Viewing and Calling contacts from Recent Call logs. Uconnect Phone allows you to transfer calls between the •...
  • Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE different electronic devices to connect to each other Uconnect Voice Command Button without wires or a docking station, so Uconnect Phone The Uconnect Voice Command Button is works no matter where you stow your mobile phone (be only used for “barge in”...

  • Page 153: Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Operation “John Smith” and then “mobile”, the following com- pound command can be said: “Call John Smith Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect mobile”. Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect Phone •...
  • Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Natural speech allows the user to speak commands in Voice Command Tree phrases or complete sentences. The system filters out Refer to “Voice Tree” in this section. certain non-word utterances and sounds such as “ah” Help Command and “eh”.
  • Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 NOTE: Pressing the buttons while the system 2. If there is no phone currently connected with the is playing is known as “Barging In”, refer to “Barge In — system, a pop-up will appear. Overriding Prompts”...
  • Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If No is selected, touch the “Settings” soft-key from the Uconnect Phone main screen, • Touch the “Add Device” soft-key, • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone. When prompted on the phone, enter the name and PIN shown on the Uconnect screen, •...
  • Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Pair Additional Mobile Phones • Touch the “Settings” soft-key from the Phone main screen, • Next, touch the “Phone/Bluetooth ” soft-key, • Touch the “Add Device” soft-key, • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth en- abled mobile phone.
  • Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Connect My Phone” • When the pairing process has successfully completed, the system will prompt you to choose whether or not Pair A Bluetooth Streaming Audio Device this is your favorite device. Selecting Yes will make •...
  • Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 • Touch the + soft-key located to the right of the device Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio Device name, • The options pop-up will be displayed, Uconnect Phone will automatically connect to the high- est priority paired phone and/or Audio Device within •...
  • Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite phonebook. Specific Bluetooth Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature. See Uconnect • Touch the “Settings” soft-key, website for supported phones. • Touch the “Phone/Bluetooth ” soft-key, •...
  • Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail- 2. After loading the mobile phonebook, select phone- able, the previously downloaded phonebook is avail- book from the Phone main screen, then select the able for use.
  • Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. From the Phone main screen, select phonebook. From the phonebook screen, select the “Favorites” soft-key and then select the + soft-key located to the right of the phonebook record. Select an empty entry and touch the + on that selected entry.
  • Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 • Touch the + next to the Favorite you would like to Emergency And Towing Assistance remove. The Emergency and Towing Favorite numbers can only be altered. These cannot be deleted and the names cannot be changed.

  • Page 164: Phone Call Features

    162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Touch the + next to appropriate Favorite that is to be Phone Call Features altered. The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect Phone if the feature(s) are available and supported by Bluetooth on your mobile service plan. For example, if your mobile service plan provides three- way calling, this feature can be accessed through the Uconnect Phone.
  • Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 • Mobile Phonebook • After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, say “Call John Doe Mobile”, • Recent Call Log • The Uconnect Phone will dial the number associated • SMS Message Viewer with John Doe, or if there are multiple numbers it will NOTE: All of the above operations except Redial can be ask which number you want to call for John Doe.
  • Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Swap 2 active calls Recent Calls • Join 2 active calls together You may browse up to 34 of the most recent of each of the following call types: Touch-Tone Number Entry •...
  • Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 • All Calls Press the button to accept the call. To ignore the call, touch the “Ignore” soft-key on the touch-screen. You can These can be accessed by touching the “recent calls” also touch the “answer” soft-key or touch the caller ID soft-key on the Phone main screen.
  • Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In Toggling Between Calls Progress If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), To make a second call while you are currently on a call, touch the “Swap”...

  • Page 169: Uconnect Phone Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Redial Uconnect Phone Features • Press the “Redial” soft-key, Emergency Assistance • or press the If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is and after the “Listening” prompt and reachable: the following beep, say “Redial”, •...
  • Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • The Emergency call may also be initiated by using the Your phone must be turned on and connected to the touch-screen. Uconnect Phone to allow use of this vehicle feature •...
  • Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 • The roadside assistance number dialed is based on the or automated customer service line. Some services re- country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- quire immediate response selection. In some instances, 2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14- that may be too quick for use of the Uconnect Phone.
  • Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Password”, then if you press the button and say Barge In — Overriding Prompts “Send Voicemail Password” the Uconnect Phone will button can be used when you wish to skip part then send the corresponding phone number associated of a prompt and issue your voice command immediately.
  • Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 • Select either “Brief” or “Detailed” by touching the box Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad next to the selection. A check-mark will appear to show your selection. WARNING! Phone And Network Status Indicators Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers.

  • Page 174: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the without terminating the call. To transfer an ongoing call dial ring to the Uconnect Phone to play it on the vehicle from your paired mobile phone to the Uconnect Phone audio system, so you will not hear it.
  • Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 • Always wait for the beep before speaking. • When navigating through an automated system such as voice mail, or when sending a page, before speaking • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would the digit string, make sure to say “Send”.
  • Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Far End Audio Performance • Audio quality is maximized under: Uconnect Phone can read or send new messages on your phone. • low-to-medium blower setting, • low-to-medium vehicle speed, Your phone must support SMS over Bluetooth in order •...
  • Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Read Messages: Once a message is received and viewed or listened to, you will have the following options: If you receive a new text message while your phone is • Send a Reply connected to Uconnect Phone, an announcement will be made to notify you that you have a new text message.
  • Page 178 176 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 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 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 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List of Preset Messages: 10. I will be <number> minutes late. 1. Yes. 11. See you in <number> minutes. 2. No. 12. Stuck in traffic. 3. Okay. 13. Start without me. 4. I can’t talk right now. 14.
  • Page 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Bluetooth Communication Link Power-Up Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the Uconnect Phone. When this happens, the connection ON or ACC position, or after a language change, you can generally be reestablished by switching the phone must wait at least 15 seconds prior to using the system.
  • Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
  • Page 183 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 • Send dial tones for automated systems is available NOTE: while a call is active. This is an example that uses a • You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your Phonebook Record named “Voicemail Password.”...
  • Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 • You can replace “4” with any message number shown NOTE: on the screen. • You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your • If your phone does not support phonebook download mobile or favorite phone book.
  • Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 187: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 NOTE: Available Voice Commands are shown in bold VOICE COMMAND face and underlined in the gray shaded boxes. Uconnect 8.4/8.4 Nav General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and The Uconnect Voice Command system allows RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
  • Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE what can be said based on the context you are in. After WARNING! three consecutive failures of a spoken command the VR session with end. Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following all applicable Pressing the Uconnect Voice Command...
  • Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 The system will best recognize your speech if the win- The system handles multiple inputs in the same phrase dows are closed, and the heater/air conditioning fan is or sentence such as “make a phone call” and “to Kelly set to low.

  • Page 190: Uconnect Voice Commands

    188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect Voice Commands Changing the Volume The Uconnect Voice Command system understands two 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command types of commands. Universal commands are available at button. all times. Local commands are available if the supported 2.
  • Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 Starting Voice Recognition (VR) Session in Disc Radio/Player Modes To switch to the disc mode, say “Change source to Disc”. In this mode, you can say the following commands: This command can be given in any mode or screen: •...
  • Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
  • Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 NOTE: 4. You can replace “rock” with any of the satellite music types. 1. You can replace “950 AM” with any other AM or FM frequency, such as “98.7 FM”. NOTE: Available Voice Commands are shown in bold face and shaded grey.
  • Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 NOTE: 3. Playlist, Podcast and audio book commands are only available when the iPod is connected and playing. 1. You can replace the album, artist, song, genre, playlist, podcast and audio book names with any correspond- 4.
  • Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 NOTE: 3. You can also say “Show Current Weather” or “Show extended weather” or “Show five day forecast” or 1. You can replace “NFL” with any league shown on the “Show ski info” to get other forecasts. sports league screen.
  • Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 NOTE: 3. Navigation commands only work if equipped with Navigation. 1. Only available with Navigation equipped vehicles. NOTE: Available Voice Commands are shown in bold 2. You can replace “Player” with “Radio”, “Navigation”, face and shaded grey.
  • Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 201: Seats

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 NOTE: WARNING! 1. You can also say “Find City”, “Find Favorite”, “Find • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or Play by Category”, “Find Play by Name”, “Find outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in Recently Found”, “Where to?”...
  • Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The passenger’s seat will move up or down, WARNING! forward or rearward. • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death.
  • Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 Reclining The Seatback CAUTION! The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or Do not place any article under a power seat or rearward. Push the seatback switch forward or rearward, impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat will move in the direction of the switch.

  • Page 204: Power Lumbar - If Equipped

    202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Tilting The Seat Up Or Down WARNING! (Continued) The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted in four • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the directions. Pull upward or push downward on the front shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.

  • Page 205: Heated Seats - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 The front driver and passenger heated seats are operated using the Uconnect System. WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater.
  • Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Heated Seat Operations —Uconnect 8.4/8.4 Press the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key once to select HI-level heating. Press the soft- key a second time to select LO-level heating. Press the “Controls” soft-key located on the bottom of the Press the soft-key a third time to shut the Uconnect display.
  • Page 207 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt Rear Heated Seats within two to five minutes. On vehicles equipped with rear heated seats, the seats closest to the doors are heated. The controls for these When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will seats are located on the rear of the center console.

  • Page 208: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped

    206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE one, indicating the change. Operation on the LO-level Front Ventilated Seat Operation — Uconnect setting also turns OFF automatically after approximately 8.4/8.4 Nav: 30 minutes. Press the “Controls” soft-key located on the bottom of the Uconnect display.

  • Page 209: Head Restraints

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Press the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key once to Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start select HI-level ventilation. Press the soft-key a second On models that are equipped with remote start, the time to select LO-level ventilation. Press the soft-key a driver’s ventilated seat can be programmed to come on third time to shut off the seat ventilation.
  • Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The AHRs will automatically return to their normal WARNING! position following a rear impact. If the AHRs do not return to their normal position see your authorized The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- dealer immediately.
  • Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 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 212: Folding Rear Seat

    210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head NOTE: The outboard head restraints are not adjustable. restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push Before Starting Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 Rear Seatback Loop Folded Rear Seatback After releasing the seatback, it can be folded forward. When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat strap.

  • Page 214: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped

    212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE pedals (if equipped), and power tilt and telescopic steer- WARNING! ing column (if equipped) and a set of desired radio • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into station presets. Your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans- mitter can also be programmed to recall the same posi- position.

  • Page 215: Programming The Memory Feature

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer- ences (i.e., seat, side mirror, adjustable pedals [if equipped], power tilt and telescopic steering column [if equipped], and radio station presets). 3. Press and release the SET (S) button on the memory switch.

  • Page 216: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory

    214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock feature 3. Once the profile has been recalled, press and release can be turned on and off using the Uconnect System, the SET (S) button on the memory switch, then press refer to “Uconnect Settings”...

  • Page 217: Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With Memory Seat Only)

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 To recall the memory settings for driver 1, 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 218: To Open And Close The Hood

    216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • 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’s seat will move to a 1.
  • Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 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 220: Lights

    218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instru- ment panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, inte- rior lights and fog lights.

  • Page 221: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature. This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels.

  • Page 222: Headlight Time Delay

    220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: 2. Push the multifunction lever away from you (toward front of vehicle) to engage the high beam mode. • The SmartBeam™ system can be turned on and off using the Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect NOTE: This system will not activate until the vehicle is Settings”...

  • Page 223: Daytime Running Lights (Drl) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 To activate the delay feature, turn OFF the ignition switch Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off the The Daytime Running Lights will turn On the first time headlights within 45 seconds.

  • Page 224: Fog Lights - If Equipped

    222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights — If Equipped To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and press the The front fog light switch is built into the headlight headlight switch.

  • Page 225: Multifunction Lever

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 Multifunction Lever Turn Signals The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows signals, headlight beam selection and passing lights. The on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show multifunction lever is located on the left side of the proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.

  • Page 226: Lane Change Assist

    224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Change Assist Front Map/Reading Lights Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond The front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash head console.
  • Page 227 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 Each light can be turned on by pressing a switch on either Courtesy Lights side of the console. These buttons are backlit for night The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top time visibility.

  • Page 228: Ambient Light

    226 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 229 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 Dimmer Controls Instrument Panel Dimmer With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the left Dome Light Position dimmer control upward will increase the brightness of Rotate the left dimmer control completely upward to the the instrument panel lights and lighted cupholders (if second detent to turn on the interior lights.

  • Page 230: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Interior Light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the left dimmer control to the extreme bottom OFF position. The interior lights will remain off when the doors are open. Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Rotate the dimmer control upward to the first detent. This feature brightens all text displays such as the odometer, EVIC (if equipped), and radio when the park- ing lights or headlights are on.

  • Page 231: Wiper Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 are five delay settings, which allow you to regulate the CAUTION! (Continued) wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second • In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between and allow the wipers to return to the “Park”...

  • Page 232: Automatic Headlights Only)

    230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper Mist Feature control is in the delay range, the wipers will operate for Rotate the end of the lever downward to the Mist two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume position to activate a single wipe cycle to clear off road the intermittent interval previously selected.

  • Page 233: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 NOTE: The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be NOTE: turned on or off using the Uconnect System, refer to • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position.

  • Page 234: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Transmission in NEUTRAL Position — When the ignition is ON, and the transmission is in the NEU- TRAL position, the Rain Sensing system will not operate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), or the shift lever is moved out of the NEUTRAL position.

  • Page 235: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 236: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped

    234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps ter or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel warm your hands in cold weather.
  • Page 237 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 Controls Soft-Key Heated Steering Wheel Soft-Key NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated steering wheel to operate. Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start On models that are equipped with remote start, the heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on...

  • Page 238: Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped

    236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting System ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED — If Equipped” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a Vehicle”...
  • Page 239 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 • 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 Informa- tion System (EVIC) if the pedals are attempted to be adjusted when the system is locked out (“Adjustable Pedal Disabled —...

  • Page 240: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped

    238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, WARNING! you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- ter or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. to return the adjustable pedals to pre-programmed posi- You could lose control and have an accident.

  • Page 241: To Activate

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 system can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed. To Activate Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator light in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will illuminate.

  • Page 242: To Set A Desired Speed

    240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Set A Desired Speed erasing the set speed memory. Pressing the ON/OFF button or turning the ignition switch OFF erases the set Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle speed memory. has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button and release.

  • Page 243: To Accelerate For Passing

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains set, push the SET (-) button. If the button is continually speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on held in the SET (-) position, the set speed will continue to moderate hills is normal.

  • Page 244: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - If Equipped

    242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF preset following distance, while matching the speed of EQUIPPED the vehicle ahead. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving WARNING! convenience provided by cruise control while traveling on highways and major roadways.
  • Page 245 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! – Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming ve- You should switch off the ACC system: hicles, and stationary objects (e.g., a stopped • When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, sleet, vehicle in a traffic jam or a disabled vehicle).

  • Page 246: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation

    244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode is for cruis- ing at a constant preset speed. For additional informa- tion, refer to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode” in this section. NOTE: The system will not react to preceding vehicles. Always be aware of the mode selected.

  • Page 247: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 NOTE: Any chassis/suspension modifications to the ve- NOTE: You cannot enable ACC under the following hicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise conditions: Control. • When you apply the brakes. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) •...

  • Page 248: To Activate

    246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate To turn the system OFF, push and release the ON/OFF button again. At this time, the system will turn off and Push and release the ON/OFF button. The ACC menu in the EVIC will display “Adaptive Cruise Control Off.”...

  • Page 249: To Set A Desired Acc Speed

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 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 250: To Cancel

    248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • 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 251: To Turn Off

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 To Resume Speed Press the RES + button and release. Then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the last set speed. NOTE: You can resume ACC from a minimum of 18 mph (30 km/h).

  • Page 252: To Vary The Speed Setting

    250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Vary The Speed Setting Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph (1.6 km/h) decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by the button results in a decrease of 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

  • Page 253: Setting The Following Distance In Acc

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 Setting The Following Distance In ACC The specified following distance for ACC can be set by varying the distance setting between 3 (long), 2 (me- dium), and 1 (short). Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead.
  • Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE same lane, the EVIC displays the “Sensed Vehicle Indi- cator” icon, and the system adjusts vehicle speed auto- matically to maintain the distance setting, regardless of the set speed. The vehicle will then maintain the set distance until: •...
  • Page 255 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited; how- ever, the driver can always apply the brakes manually, if necessary. NOTE: The brake lights will illuminate whenever the ACC system applies the brakes. A Proximity Warning will alert the driver if ACC predicts that its maximum braking level is not sufficient to maintain the set distance.

  • Page 256: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Menu

    254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Brake Alert 2 Brake Alert 1 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu The EVIC displays the current ACC system settings. The EVIC is located in the upper part of the instrument cluster between the speedometer and the tachometer. The information it displays depends on ACC system status.
  • Page 257 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 • The set speed will continue to display in place of the Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “ACC” or “Cruise” is highlighted in the EVIC. Status of the ACC odometer reading when changing the EVIC display or Cruise is also displayed in the menu line.

  • Page 258: Display Warnings And Maintenance

    256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Display Warnings And Maintenance NOTE: If the ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” warning is active Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning Control is still available. For additional information refer The ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”...
  • Page 259 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 • If the sensor is damaged due to a collision, see your temporary malfunction that limits ACC functionality. authorized dealer for service. Although the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, ACC will be temporarily unavailable. If this •...

  • Page 260: Precautions While Driving With Acc

    258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Precautions While Driving With ACC In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection issues. In these cases, ACC may brake late or unexpect- edly. The driver needs to stay alert and may need to intervene.
  • Page 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 Using ACC On Hills When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic conditions, and the steepness of the hills, ACC perfor- mance may be limited.
  • Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Changing ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are traveling. In the illustration shown, ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes and it may not detect the vehicle until it’s too late for the ACC system to take action.

  • Page 263: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 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 264: Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode

    262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode WARNING! In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, a normal In the normal Cruise Control mode, the system will (fixed speed) Cruise Control mode is available for cruis- not react to vehicles ahead.
  • Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 To Vary The Speed Setting To Resume There are two ways to change the set speed: Press the RES + button and then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the last set •...

  • Page 266: Forward Collision Warning - If Equipped

    264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped WARNING! The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system provides Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to the driver with audible and visual warnings (within the avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect EVIC) when it detects a potential frontal collision.
  • Page 267 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 • The system will retain the last setting selected by the Changing the FCW status to the “Near” setting, allows the system to warn you of a possible collision with the driver after ignition shut down. vehicle in front of you when you are much closer.

  • Page 268: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped

    266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE FCW Unavailable Warning If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ FCW Unavailable, Service Required”, there may be a temporary malfunction that limits FCW functionality. Although the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, FCW will be temporarily unavailable.

  • Page 269: Parksense Sensors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 during a parking maneuver. Refer to “ParkSense System obstacles from approximately 12 in (30 cm) up to 79 in Usage Precautions” for limitations of this system and (200 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper in the horizontal recommendations.

  • Page 270: Parksense Display

    268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense Display When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display will turn ON indicating the system status. Park Assist System Off 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 Park Assist Ready display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will...
  • Page 271 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 Slow Tone Fast Tone...
  • Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle: Continuous Tone...

  • Page 273: Enabling And Disabling Parksense

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 59-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 59 in (150 cm) (150-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Audible Alert None Single 1/2- Slow Fast Continuous...

  • Page 274: Cleaning The Parksense System

    272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE “SERVICE PARK ASSIST” or the “SERVICE PARK AS- Cleaning The ParkSense System SIST SYSTEM” message. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Clean the ParkSense sensors with water, car wash soap Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your and a soft cloth.
  • Page 275 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 • When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE CAUTION! position and ParkSense is turned off, the EVIC will • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable to display the “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF” message for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE.
  • Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using the Rear Park Assist system, it is • Drivers must be careful when backing up even strongly recommended that the ball mount and when using the Rear Park Assist system. Always hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the ve- check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind hicle when the vehicle is not used for towing.

  • Page 277: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE, the rear EQUIPPED camera mode is exited and the navigation or audio screen appears again. Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever...
  • Page 278 276 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 279: Turning Parkview On Or Off - With Touch Screen Radio

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 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 280: Courtesy Lights

    278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Map/Reading Lights To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights will Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE is can be turned on by pressing the switch on either side of pressed.
  • Page 281 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 Courtesy Lights Sunglasses Bin Door Sunglasses Bin Door GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED At the front of the console a compartment is provided for HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The storage compart- that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ment access is a “push/push”...
  • Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The HomeLink buttons, located on either the overhead console, headliner or sunvisor, designate the three differ- ent HomeLink channels.The HomeLink indicator is located above the center button. HomeLink Buttons/Sunvisor/Headliner NOTE: HomeLink is disabled when the Vehicle Secu- rity Alarm is active.
  • Page 283 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 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 284 282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manu- factured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identified by the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener.
  • Page 285 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) Firmly press and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- away from the HomeLink button you wish to pro- ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices gram while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in there may be a light that blinks when the garage door view.
  • Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to pro- To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, gram while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in follow these steps: view.
  • Page 287 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 • To program the two remaining HomeLink buttons, Canadian/Gate Operator Programming repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT For programming transmitters in Canada/United States erase the channels. that require the transmitter signals to “time-out” after several seconds of transmission.
  • Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to pro- ming is complete and the garage door/device should gram while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in activate when the HomeLink button is pressed.
  • Page 289 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 3. Without releasing button proceed with The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” Step 2 and the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow all remaining steps. Troubleshooting Tips Using HomeLink If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here To operate, press and release the programmed are some of the most common solutions:...
  • Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information WARNING! This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry • Your motorized door or gate will open and close Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following while you are programming the universal trans- two conditions: ceiver.
  • Page 291 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in visors on the overhead console. the ignition switch (or with the ignition in the Accessory or Run position, for vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™).
  • Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop second and the sunroof will open automatically from any the sunroof.
  • Page 293 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 291 NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts re- Wind Buffeting sult in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the disabled.
  • Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 295 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 293 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 296 294 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 297 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 295 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 298 296 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 299 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 297 CUPHOLDERS Front Seat Cupholders The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the center console. Front Cupholders Retractable Cover...
  • Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated and Cooled Cupholders — If Equipped Press the “Cold” symbol once to turn on the cupholder; press the symbol a second time to turn the cupholder off. Your vehicle may be equipped with heated and cooled Press the “Hot”...
  • Page 301 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 299 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 con- passengers.
  • Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Glovebox Storage The glovebox storage compartment is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel. Opened Glovebox Storage Compartment Glovebox Storage Compartment...
  • Page 303 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 301 Console Features Inside the center console armrest, there is a removable upper storage tray that can be slid forward/rearward on There is an open cubby bin located forward of the shift rails for access to the lower storage area. This tray has an lever.
  • Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Door Storage Cargo Area — Vehicles Equipped with 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat The door panels contain storage areas. The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying versatility. The seatbacks fold down easily by pulling nylon tabs between the seatbacks and the bolsters.
  • Page 305 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 303 WARNING! WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into The weight and position of cargo and passengers can position. If the seatback is not securely locked into change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle position, the seat will not provide the proper sta- handling.
  • Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: The rear window defroster button is located on • Use care when washing the inside of the rear the climate control.

  • Page 307: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..307 Oil Change Due ..... .327 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
  • Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect SETTINGS ....334 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED ......364 Hard-Keys .

  • Page 309: Instrument Panel Features

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 7 — ESC Off Switch 13 — Engine Start/Stop Button 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Uconnect System Hard Controls 14 — Trunk Release Button 3 — Hazard Switch 9 —...

  • Page 310: Instrument Cluster

    308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...

  • Page 311: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 4. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped 1. Tachometer This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. This gauge measures engine revolutions-per-minute (RPM x 1000). 5. High Beam Indicator 2.
  • Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL odometer needs to be repaired or serviced, the repair NOTE: technician should leave the odometer reading the same You must apply the brakes before shifting from PARK. as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so, then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must The highest available transmission gear is displayed in be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was...
  • Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not tires.) operating properly.
  • Page 314 312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL does not come on when turning the key from OFF to CAUTION! ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly. The TPMS has been optimized for the original Certain conditions, such as poor fuel quality, etc., may equipment tires and wheels.
  • Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 11. Fuel Gauge WARNING! The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position. above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal 12.
  • Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SPORT suspension, Track mode also affects transmission Mode Activated (Suspension and Transmission)”. In ad- shifting in either Auto or Manual mode. Refer to “Auto- dition to SPORT suspension, Track mode also affects Stick” in “Starting And Operating” for further informa- transmission shifting.
  • Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position, have indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake the light inspected by an authorized dealer. fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system reservoir.
  • Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS tions.
  • Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 19. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped system will be ON, even if it was turned off previously. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds Light”...
  • Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 21. Temperature Gauge WARNING! The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that others could be badly burned by steam or boiling the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.

  • Page 321: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful (EVIC) information by pressing the switches mounted on the steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the following: The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- •...
  • Page 322 320 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, Trip Info, Vehicle Speed, and Turn Menu OFF) and sub-menus.

  • Page 323: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 SELECT Button 2. The main display area where the menus and pop up messages are displayed. Press and release the SELECT button for access to main menus, sub-menus or to select a per- 3. The reconfigurable telltales section. sonal setting in the setup menu.

  • Page 324: Evic White Telltale Lights

    322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EVIC’s compass/outside temp line. Examples of this and then returns to the previous screen. Examples of this message type are Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out message type are Memory System Unavailable - Not in and Low Tire Pressure .

  • Page 325: Evic Amber Telltale Lights

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 • Electronic Speed Control ON • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) SET This light will turn on when the electronic This light will turn on when the ACC is SET. speed control is ON. For further information, For further information, refer to “Adaptive refer to “Electronic Speed Control”...

  • Page 326: Evic Red Telltale Lights

    324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Low Fuel Light EVIC Red Telltale Lights This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal telltales include: (11.0 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until fuel is added.
  • Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 • Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light This light does not show how much oil is in the engine. This light informs you of a problem with the The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
  • Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Engine Temperature Warning Light • Transmission Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi- This light indicates that the transmission fluid tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- temperature is running hot. This may occur proaches H, or 260°F, this indicator will illuminate and a with severe usage, such as trailer towing.

  • Page 329: Oil Change Due

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 Unless reset, this message will continue to display each WARNING! time you cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is MENU button.

  • Page 330: Fuel Economy

    328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Fuel Economy The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- tion: Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Fuel Economy” displays highlighted in the EVIC and press Average Fuel Economy / ECO Fuel Saver Mode — the SELECT button.

  • Page 331: Vehicle Speed

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 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. driving habits in order to increase fuel economy.

  • Page 332: Trip Info

    330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip Info Units WARNING! Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Units” Measurement of vehicle statistics with the perfor- displays highlighted in the EVIC and press the SELECT mance pages is intended for off-highway or off-road button.
  • Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 • 1/8 Mile • The feature will “ready” when the vehicle speed is at 0 mph (0 km/h). The word “READY” will appear • 1/4 Mile when conditions are met for the event to begin. •...
  • Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The word “READY” will display when conditions are • The feature will “ready” when the vehicle is at 0 mph met for the event to begin. (0 km/h). The word “READY” will display when conditions are met for the event to begin.

  • Page 335: Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 • Pressing and holding the SELECT button for five • Trans Temperature seconds will clear the peak force values. Displays the actual transmission temperature. Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) • Engine Hours Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle Displays the number of hours of engine operation.

  • Page 336: Turn Menu Off

    334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Turn Menu OFF (i.e., 30, 60, 90), press the center of the control knob one or more times to select or change a setting (i.e., ON, OFF). Select from Main Menu using the DOWN button. Press- ing the SELECT button blanks the menu display.
  • Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 Press the Settings hard-key to access the Settings screen, use the Page Up/Down soft-keys to scroll through the following settings. Touch the desired setting soft key to change the setting using the description shown on the following pages for each setting.
  • Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Units selecting any point on the scale between the + and – soft-keys. Then touch the arrow back soft-key. Touch the Units soft-key to change this display. When in • Mode this display, you may switch the EVIC, odometer, and navigation system (if equipped) between US and Metric Touch the Mode soft-key to change this display.
  • Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 • Fuel Saver Display • Show Time Status Touch the Fuel Saver Display soft-key to turn the “ECO” Touch the Show Time Status soft-key to change this message (located in the instrument cluster display) on or display.
  • Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL status of FCW is the Far setting. This means the system system can be enabled with Sound Only, Sound and will warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in Display, or turned OFF. To change the Park Assist status, front of you when you are farther away.
  • Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • Blind Spot Alert NOTE: If your vehicle has experienced any damage in the area where the sensor is located, even if the fascia is Touch the Blind Spot Alert soft-key to change this dis- not damaged, the sensor may have become misaligned.
  • Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL and operating information. To make your selection, touch on. The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are the Hill Start Assist soft-key and select ON or OFF. Then turned off if they were turned on by this feature. To make touch the arrow back soft-key.
  • Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 your selection, touch the Daytime Running Lights soft- feature selected. To make your selection, touch the Flash key and select ON or OFF. Then touch the arrow back Headlights With Lock soft-key and select ON or OFF. soft-key.
  • Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Remote Door Unlock Order unlocked with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- ter. To make your selection, touch the Flash Lights With Touch the Remote Door Unlock Order soft-key to change Lock soft-key and select ON or OFF. Then touch the this display.
  • Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 Unlock Driver Door Only On 1st Press is programmed, door. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in “Understanding touching the handle more than once will only result in The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further information. the driver’s door opening.
  • Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Engine Off Power Delay Engine Off Options • Easy Exit Seats — If Equipped Touch the Engine Off Power Delay soft-key to change this display. When this feature is selected, the power window Touch the Easy Exit Seats soft-key to change this display. switches, radio, Uconnect phone system (if equipped), This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to DVD video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if...
  • Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 Compass Settings • Variance Touch the Variance soft-key to change this display. Com- pass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To compensate for the differ- ences, the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map.
  • Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL calibrate the compass by touching the ON soft-key and NOTE: Bass/Mid/Treble allow you to simply slide your completing one or more 360-degree turns (in an area free finger up or down to change the setting as well as press from large metal or metallic objects) until the CAL directly on the desired setting.
  • Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 • Subscription Info mode. To make your selection, press the Surround Sound soft-key and select ON or OFF. Then touch the arrow New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free back soft-key. limited time subscription to SIRIUS Satellite Radio with Phone / Bluetooth your radio.

  • Page 350: Customer Programmable Features - Uconnect 8.4 Settings

    348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect soft-key to close out of the settings screen. Pressing the 8.4 Settings Up or Down Arrow soft-keys on the right side of the screen will allow you to toggle up or down through the Press the More soft-key, then press the Settings soft-key available settings.
  • Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 • Units setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale between the + and – soft-keys. Then touch the arrow back When in this display, you may select to have the EVIC, soft-key. odometer, and navigation system (if equipped) changed •...
  • Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL pressed. Touch the Touchscreen Beep soft-key until a until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key soft-key to return to the previous menu.
  • Page 353 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 • Show Time In Status Bar hours up or down. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu or touch the X soft-key to When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the close out of the settings screen.
  • Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL driving, select the Near setting. This warns you of a soft-key. Refer to “ParkSense Rear Park Assist” in possible collision when you are much closer to the “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for sys- vehicle in front of you.
  • Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 (BSM) system is activated and will only show a visual image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever alert in the outside mirrors. When “Lights & Chime” the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The image will be mode is activated, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) will displayed on the radio touchscreen display along with a show a visual alert in the outside mirrors as well as an...
  • Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Hill Start Assist — If Equipped touch the + or - soft-key to select your desired time interval. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the When this feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA) previous menu.
  • Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu.
  • Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Auto Unlock On Exit • Sound Horn With Lock When this feature is selected, all doors will unlock when When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the the remote start is activated.
  • Page 359 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 • Passive Entry Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button. When 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks is selected, you must press This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button twice to unlock the door(s) without having to press the Remote Keyless passenger’s doors.
  • Page 360 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set Wheel With Vehicle Start — If Equipped to ON) when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter When this feature is selected the driver’s heated seat and is used to unlock the door.
  • Page 361 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, Delay status touch the + or - soft-key to select your showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back desired time interval. Touch the back arrow soft-key to arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu.
  • Page 362 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Perform Compass Calibration NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Touch the Calibration soft-key to change this setting. This Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to module is located, and it can cause interference with the manually reset the compass.
  • Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 • Equalizer • Music Info Cleanup When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and This feature helps organize music files for optimized Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – music navigation.
  • Page 364 362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Paired Devices • Subscription Information This feature shows which phones are paired to the New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free Phone/Bluetooth system. For further information, refer limited time subscription to SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio to the Uconnect Supplement.

  • Page 365: Ipod /Usb/Mp3 Control

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 iPod /USB/MP3 CONTROL HARMAN KARDON Logic7 HIGH PERFORMANCE MULTICHANNEL SURROUND This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be SOUND SYSTEM WITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE plugged into the USB port. SURROUND (DSS) — IF EQUIPPED iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod Your vehicle is equipped with a Harman Kardon audio and iPhone devices.

  • Page 366: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped

    364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL dynamic sound quality. The speakers are tuned for maximum efficiency and perfectly matched to the ampli- fier output stage ensuring state of the art multi-seat surround sound processing. Logic7 multichannel surround-sound technology deliv- ers an immersive, accurate sound-stage to every seating position.

  • Page 367: Radio Operation

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 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/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 368: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance

    366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) precautions: oversized, or have protection encoding.

  • Page 369: Climate Controls

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 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 system display.

  • Page 370: Soft-Keys

    368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Soft-Keys Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect system screen. Automatic Climate Controls — Hard-keys (ATC System Shown) Uconnect 4.3 Manual Temperature Controls — Soft-keys...
  • Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And Soft-keys) 1. MAX A/C Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is ON. Performing this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator will turn off.
  • Page 372 370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. AUTO Operation Button An indicator will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by turns off after 10 minutes. adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch between CAUTION! manual mode and automatic modes.
  • Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 7. Rear Climate Button 10. SYNC Press and release this button to turn on the rear climate Press the Sync soft-key to toggle the Sync feature On/Off. controls (if equipped). The indicator will illuminate when The Sync indicator is illuminated when this feature is the rear climate controls are ON.
  • Page 374 372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL operation if the blower control is left in the “O” (Off)po- 12. Modes sition. Blower control should be left in the “ON” position The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air to allow the climate control to either warm or cool the comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, vehicle.
  • Page 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con- 13. Climate Control OFF Button ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control warmer air from the floor outlets. ON/OFF.

  • Page 376: Climate Control Functions

    374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 16. Temperature Control NOTE: (Manual Temperature Control Only) • For Manual Climate Controls, if the system is in Mix, Press the temperature soft-key to regulate the tempera- Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C can be turned off, but ture of the air inside the passenger compartment.
  • Page 377 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C and the Recirculation Control prior settings. The soft-key illuminates when MAX A/C When outside air contains smoke, odors, or is ON. high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, you may wish to recirculate interior air by In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position can be pressing the Recirculation control button.

  • Page 378: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)

    376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) NOTE: • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for ATC Hard-keys are located in the center of the instru- ment panel. cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts the temperature, mode, and blower speed to provide Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect Touch-screen.

  • Page 379: Operating Tips

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 Manual Operation Summer Operation The system allows for manual selection of blower speed, The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation con- must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant trol.
  • Page 380 378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility eliminate window fogging on the front windshield. of compressor damage when the system is started again. When this occurs, recirculation will be unavailable. 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.
  • Page 381 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 Manual Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
  • Page 383 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....385 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ... .390 Automatic Transmission ....385 Key Ignition Park Interlock.
  • Page 384 382 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES ..403 Traction Control System (TCS) ... .413 Acceleration ......403 Brake Assist System (BAS) .
  • Page 385 STARTING AND OPERATING 383 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...427 Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped ..438 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION..432 Tire Spinning .
  • Page 386 384 STARTING AND OPERATING Reformulated Gasoline ....452 VEHICLE LOADING ....460 Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends .

  • Page 387: Starting Procedures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 385 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if in a location accessible to children), and do not present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-...

  • Page 388: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    386 STARTING AND OPERATING Keyless Enter-N-Go™ CAUTION! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- This feature allows the driver to oper- ing precautions are not observed: ate the ignition switch with the push • Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL of a button, as long as the Remote into any forward gear when the engine is above Start/Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
  • Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed once, the the engine starting, press the button again. EVIC (if equipped) will display a “Vehicle Not In Park”...

  • Page 390: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)

    388 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Starting with the ignition switch in the OFF position: If Engine Fails To Start 2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to WARNING! change the ignition switch to the ACC position (EVIC displays “ACC”), • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start 3.

  • Page 391: After Starting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 389 3. Press and release the ENGINE START/STOP button WARNING! (Continued) once. • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster The starter motor will engage automatically, run for 10 cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster seconds, and then disengage.

  • Page 392: Automatic Transmission

    390 STARTING AND OPERATING The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. CAUTION! The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on the driver side of the vehicle. It has a removable cap that Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- is located on the driver side of the Integrated Power ing precautions are not observed:...
  • Page 393 STARTING AND OPERATING 391 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...

  • Page 394: Key Ignition Park Interlock

    392 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift • Children should be warned not to touch the park- Interlock system (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in PARK ing brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. Do not unless the brakes are applied.

  • Page 395: Gear Ranges

    STARTING AND OPERATING 393 vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal Gear Ranges condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or hundred miles (kilometers). NEUTRAL into another gear range. Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the If there is a need to restart the engine, be sure to cycle the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped.
  • Page 396 394 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a level surface, you may place the shift WARNING! (Continued) lever in PARK first, and then apply the parking brake. • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before if the engine speed is higher than idle speed.
  • Page 397 STARTING AND OPERATING 395 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you fob and lock your vehicle. must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi- •...
  • Page 398 396 STARTING AND OPERATING • 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 399 STARTING AND OPERATING 397 DRIVE SPORT - IF EQUIPPED This range should be used for most city and highway This mode alters the transmission’s automatic shift driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- schedule for sportier driving. Upshift speeds are in- shifts, and the best fuel economy.
  • Page 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING may be illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your damaging the transmission.

  • Page 401: Autostick

    STARTING AND OPERATING 399 AUTOSTICK Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifters Or Console Mounted Shifter AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission feature providing manual shift control, giving you more control of the vehicle. AutoStick allows you to maximize engine braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, and improve overall vehicle performance.
  • Page 402 400 STARTING AND OPERATING • If AutoStick is engaged while in SPORT mode, the position, or tap one of the steering wheel-mounted shift paddles (+/-), if equipped. Tapping (-) to enter Auto- transmission will remain in the selected gear even Stick mode will downshift the transmission to the next when maximum engine speed is reached.
  • Page 403 STARTING AND OPERATING 401 • The system will ignore attempts to upshift at too low any time without taking your foot off the accelerator of a vehicle speed. pedal. • Avoid using speed control when AutoStick WARNING! engaged. Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a •...

  • Page 404: Sport Mode

    402 STARTING AND OPERATING • Automatic (Auto) Mode — This is the default position SPORT MODE when vehicle ignition is first turned on. This mode will This vehicle is equipped with an electronic controlled give a sporty, but comfortable ride. Within this mode, damping system.

  • Page 405: Driving On Slippery Surfaces

    STARTING AND OPERATING 403 • When SPORT mode is enabled, a shock symbol will • When TRACK mode is enabled, a flag symbol will light up in the instrument cluster. Refer to “Instrument light up in the instrument cluster. Refer to “Instrument Cluster Description”...

  • Page 406: Traction

    404 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. visible. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the rear 4.

  • Page 407: Flowing/Rising Water

    STARTING AND OPERATING 405 Flowing/Rising Water CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water WARNING! before driving through it. Never drive through Do not drive on or across a road or path where water standing water that is deeper than the bottom of is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
  • Page 408 406 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause damage • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans- (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.

  • Page 409: Power Steering

    STARTING AND OPERATING 407 • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- POWER STEERING ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. The standard power steering system will give you good This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability system.

  • Page 410: Fuel Saver Technology - If Equipped

    408 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY — IF EQUIPPED This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting off four of the engine’s eight cylinders during light load and cruise conditions. The system is automatic with no driver inputs or additional driving skills required. NOTE: This system may take some time to return to full functionality after a battery disconnect.
  • Page 411 STARTING AND OPERATING 409 NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will parking brake. Always apply the parking brake flash.

  • Page 412: Anti-Lock Brake System

    410 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the in a location accessible to children), and do not parking brake released, a brake system malfunction leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N- is indicated.
  • Page 413 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 • A slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some of the stop.

  • Page 414: Electronic Brake Control System

    412 STARTING AND OPERATING ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- brake control system that include Anti-Lock Brake Sys- ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase tem (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Brake Assist braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded System (BAS), and the Electronic Stability Control (ESC).

  • Page 415: Traction Control System (Tcs)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 413 Brake Assist System (BAS) WARNING! This system complements the ABS by optimizing the The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics vehicle braking capability during emergency brake ma- from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the neuvers.

  • Page 416: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

    414 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 417 STARTING AND OPERATING 415 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 vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by This is the normal operating mode for the ESC.
  • Page 418 416 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 419 STARTING AND OPERATING 417 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 420: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)

    418 STARTING AND OPERATING • Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e., Hill Start Assist (HSA) vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle back- The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when ing uphill is in REVERSE gear). starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill.

  • Page 421: Ready Alert Braking

    STARTING AND OPERATING 419 Towing With HSA HSA Off HSA will provide assistance when starting on a grade If you wish to turn off the HSA system, it can be done when pulling a trailer. using the Customer Programmable Features in the Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).

  • Page 422: Rain Brake Support

    420 STARTING AND OPERATING Rain Brake Support malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the Rain Brake Support may improve braking performance vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at in wet conditions.

  • Page 423: Synchronizing Esc

    STARTING AND OPERATING 421 NOTE: Synchronizing ESC • The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” If the power supply is interrupted (battery and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momen- disconnected discharged), “ESC tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...

  • Page 424: Tire Safety Information

    422 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
  • Page 425 STARTING AND OPERATING 423 • 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 426 424 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...

  • Page 427: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 425 Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard however, the date code may only be on one side.

  • Page 428: Tire Terminology And Definitions

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

  • Page 429: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    STARTING AND OPERATING 427 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Tire Placard Location...
  • Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires.
  • Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- axles must not be exceeded. For further information on pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to XXX kg”...
  • Page 432 430 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo NOTE: being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities capacity calculated in Step 4.
  • Page 433 STARTING AND OPERATING 431...

  • Page 434: Tires - General Information

    432 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.

  • Page 435: Tire Inflation Pressures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 433 stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and unpredict- to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the able steering response.
  • Page 436 434 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 437: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation

    STARTING AND OPERATING 435 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 438: Summer Or Three Season Tires - If Equipped

    436 STARTING AND OPERATING the tire sidewall. Use all season tires only in sets of four; If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only handling of your vehicle.

  • Page 439: Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 437 Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And CAUTION! Wheel – If Equipped Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a wheel equivalent in look and function to the original compact, full size or limited-use temporary spare equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle...

  • Page 440: Full Size Spare - If Equipped

    438 STARTING AND OPERATING Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip- Full Size Spare – If Equipped ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. on your vehicle at the first opportunity. This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.

  • Page 441: Tire Spinning

    STARTING AND OPERATING 439 your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the Tire Spinning original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not first opportunity. spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- WARNING! ping when you are stuck.

  • Page 442: Tread Wear Indicators

    440 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the to help you in determining when your tires should be tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.

  • Page 443: Replacement Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 441 Information” placard for the size designation of your tire. WARNING! The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original equipment tire sidewall. See the Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six Tire Sizing Chart example found in the Tire Safety years, regardless of the remaining tread.

  • Page 444: Tire Chains

    442 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
  • Page 445 STARTING AND OPERATING 443 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pave- To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the ment. following precautions: • Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructions • Because of restricted chain clearance between tires on the method of installation, operating speed, and and other suspension components, it is important conditions for use.

  • Page 446: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    444 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tire Rotation Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at The suggested rotation method for vehicles equipped different loads and perform different steering, driving, with all season tires is the “forward-cross” as shown in and braking functions.

  • Page 447: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 445 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the limit for any reason, including low temperature effects driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- and natural pressure loss through the tire.
  • Page 448 446 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 449: Premium System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 447 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care the tire. and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition.
  • Page 450 448 STARTING AND OPERATING • Various TPMS messages, which display in the Elec- Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), and and inflate the tires with a low pressure condition (those flashing or in a different color in the EVIC graphic) to the •...
  • Page 451 STARTING AND OPERATING 449 for a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. (- -) in place of the pressure value to indicate which 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. sensor is not being received.
  • Page 452 450 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. If you install the full size spare in place of a road tire 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warn- limit, upon the next ignition switch cycle, a chime will ing limit, upon the next ignition switch cycle, the TPM sound and the TPM Telltale Light will turn ON.

  • Page 453: General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 451 4. For each subsequent ignition switch cycle, a chime will General Information sound, the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and 75 seconds and then remain on solid, and the EVIC RSS 210 of Industry Canada.

  • Page 454: Fuel Requirements

    452 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, and durability for your vehicle. The manufacturer recom- 6.4L Engine mends the use of gasolines that meet the WWFC speci- fications if they are available. The 6.4L engine is designed to meet all Reformulated Gasoline emissions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and performance when using...

  • Page 455: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends

    STARTING AND OPERATING 453 Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- genates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenates ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol may be used in your vehicle.

  • Page 456: Mmt In Gasoline

    454 STARTING AND OPERATING • disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether engine controller memory the gasoline contains MMT. It is even more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada, because MMT More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the exposure to E-85 fuel.

  • Page 457: Fuel System Cautions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 455 Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being CAUTION! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s Most of these products contain high concentrations performance: of methanol.

  • Page 458: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    456 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- WARNING! tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon conditions repaired promptly.
  • Page 459 STARTING AND OPERATING 457 Fuel Filler Door Release Switch Fuel Filler Door 2. Open the fuel filler door. 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. 4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel- ing.
  • Page 460 458 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 461: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release

    STARTING AND OPERATING 459 1. Open the trunk. WARNING! 2. Remove the access cover (located on the left side inner • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the trim panel). vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled.

  • Page 462: Vehicle Loading

    460 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 463: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 461 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 464: Loading

    462 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 (BEHIND down low and be sure you distribute their weight as MOTORHOME, ETC.) evenly as possible.

  • Page 465: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...464 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES... .475 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ... .464 Preparations For Jump-Start .

  • Page 466: Hazard Warning Flashers

    464 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery. The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the switch bank near the top center of the instrument panel. IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations, you can reduce the Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning...

  • Page 467: Tirefit Kit

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 465 • 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 468: Tirefit Storage

    466 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Storage TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk. TIREFIT Components TIREFIT Location 1. Sealant Bottle 2. Deflation Button 3. Pressure Gauge...
  • Page 469 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 467 4. Power Button Selecting Sealant Mode 5. Mode Select Knob Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this position to inject the TIREFIT Sealant 6. Sealant Hose (Clear) and to inflate the tire. Use the Sealant 7.

  • Page 470: Tirefit Usage Precautions

    468 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • You can use the TIREFIT air pump to inflate bicycle TIREFIT Usage Precautions tires. The kit also comes with two needles, located in • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant the Accessory Storage Compartment (on the bottom of Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on the the air pump) for inflating sport balls, rafts, or similar bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the sys-...
  • Page 471 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 469 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not use TIREFIT or drive the vehicle under the • A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision following circumstances: or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.

  • Page 472: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit

    470 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and WARNING! (Continued) running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of to place the valve stem in this position before proceed- an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician ing.
  • Page 473 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 471 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the tire. valve stem.
  • Page 474 472 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air pressure within 15 minutes: Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
  • Page 475 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 473 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the (D) Drive Vehicle: valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure storage location.
  • Page 476 474 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to the Air Mode NOTE: If the tire becomes over-inflated, press the Defla- position. tion Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recom- mended inflation pressure before continuing. 2.

  • Page 477: Jump-Starting Procedures

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 475 NOTE: When having the tire serviced, advise the autho- 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so rized dealer or service center that the tire has been sealed that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in using the TIREFIT service kit.

  • Page 478: Preparations For Jump-Start

    476 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack NOTE: The remote battery posts are viewed by standing follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and on the right side of the vehicle looking over the fender. precautions.

  • Page 479: Jump-Starting Procedure

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 477 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 480 478 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 481: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 479 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion.

  • Page 482: Shift Lever Override

    480 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Press the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic WARNING! Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Off mode, before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- Control”...
  • Page 483 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 481 3. Remove the rubber liner from the storage tray (located next to the shifter on the center console). 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 5. Insert a screwdriver or similar tool into the access port (in the left side of the storage bin), and push and hold the override release lever in.

  • Page 484: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    482 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE NOTE: This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground ALL MODELS Flat Tow NONE IF Transmission is operable: •...
  • Page 485 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 483 Flatbed towing is recommended. CAUTION! If the transmission is operable, this vehicle may be towed • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. (with rear wheels on the ground) under the following Damage to the fascia will occur. conditions: •...
  • Page 486 484 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be CAUTION! towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 15 miles (24 km) for, tow with the rear wheels OFF the Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ground (on a flatbed, or with the rear wheels raised using ments can cause severe transmission damage.

  • Page 487: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ENGINE COMPARTMENT — Engine Air Cleaner Filter ....494 6.4L (392 HEMI) ..... . .487 Maintenance-Free Battery .
  • Page 488 486 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Transmission ....511 Front Low Beam Headlamp and Park/Turn Lamp — Models with High Intensity Discharge Rear Axle ......513 Headlamps (HID) .

  • Page 489: Engine Compartment - 6.4L (392 Hemi)

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 487 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L (392 HEMI) 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 490: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    488 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 further damage to the emissions control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
  • Page 491 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 489 Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when 3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part ready for testing.

  • Page 492: Replacement Parts

    490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE you may need to do nothing more than drive your DEALER SERVICE vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- system to update. A recheck with the above test routine nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service may then indicate that the system is now ready.

  • Page 493: Maintenance Procedures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 491 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! (Continued) The pages that follow contain the required maintenance • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids services determined by the engineers who designed your that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle.
  • Page 494 492 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change in- fully warmed engine is shut off or before starting the tervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months, engine after it has sat overnight.

  • Page 495: Engine Oil Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493 Engine Oil Viscosity Synthetic Engine Oils SAE 0W-40 Full Synthetic engine oil is preferred for use You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- in all operating temperatures. mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended are followed.

  • Page 496: Engine Air Cleaner Filter

    494 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters maintenance intervals. varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air WARNING! cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recom- mended.
  • Page 497 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 495 WARNING! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme- diately with large amounts of water.

  • Page 498: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    496 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • It is essential when replacing the cables on the should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer battery that the positive cable is attached to the at the start of each warm season.

  • Page 499: A/C Air Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 497 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro- approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
  • Page 500 498 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Remove the access door in the cowl screen by pressing the retaining clips. Filter Access Cover 3. Remove the used filter. Access Door 4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the 2. Unsnap both ends and lift the filter access cover. direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the vehicle (text and arrows on the filter will indicate this).

  • Page 501: Body Lubrication

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 499 Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as MOPAR Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy opera- tion and to protect against rust and wear.

  • Page 502: Windshield Wiper Blades

    500 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Blades Adding Washer Fluid Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the mild nonabrasive cleaner.

  • Page 503: Exhaust System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501 the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (if have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- equipped). haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams WARNING! or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment.
  • Page 504 502 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park • Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your over materials that can burn. Such materials might vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. be grass or leaves coming into contact with your In the event of engine malfunction, particularly exhaust system.

  • Page 505: Cooling System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 503 • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic against you. testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
  • Page 506 504 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Coolant Checks If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti- freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE months (before the onset of freezing weather, where CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
  • Page 507 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 505 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
  • Page 508 506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE period, it is important that you use the same engine Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your vehicle. tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where Please review these recommendations for using Organic the vehicle is operated.
  • Page 509 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 507 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 the engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
  • Page 510 508 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti- coolant bottle.

  • Page 511: Brake System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 509 • 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 engine coolant (antifreeze) per- ure.
  • Page 512 510 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 513: Maintaining Your Vehicle Automatic Transmission

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 511 correct level using the recommended fluid. No chemical WARNING! (Continued) flushes should be used in any transmission; only the • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate approved lubricant should be used. the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
  • Page 514 512 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered transmission filler tube is capped and no dipstick is product and its performance may be impaired by supple- provided. Your authorized dealer can check your trans- mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi- mission fluid level using special service dipstick.

  • Page 515: Rear Axle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 513 In addition, change the fluid and filter if the transmission Change Axle Fluid is disassembled for any reason. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. Rear Axle For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion required.
  • Page 516 514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The following maintenance recommendations will enable Washing you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- resistance built into your vehicle. hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with What Causes Corrosion? clear water.
  • Page 517 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 515 • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder that will •...
  • Page 518 516 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Wheel And Wheel Trim Care Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If Equipped • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly ner: with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
  • Page 519 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 517 Interior Care WARNING! Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. carpeting. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
  • Page 520 518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Glass Surfaces 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp with MOPAR Glass Cleaner, or any commercial rag.

  • Page 521: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 519 Cleaning The Center Console Cupholders Clean with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergent with the cupholder in the center console. NOTE: The cupholder cannot be removed. FUSES Integrated Power Module The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment.
  • Page 522 520 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description CAUTION! tridge Fuse • When installing the integrated power module Fuse cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly — — Fuse – Spare positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may 40 Amp —...
  • Page 523 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 521 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — All-Wheel Drive — Transmission Module – If Yellow Equipped Natu- — Security — — Fuse – Spare 50 Amp — Radiator Fan #2 —...
  • Page 524 522 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — — Fuse – Spare — — Fuse – Spare — — Fuse – Spare — — Fuse – Spare — Fuel Pump —...
  • Page 525 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 523 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — Engine Controller/ — — Fuse – Spare Rad Fan Relays — — Fuse – Spare — Vacuum Pump — Airbag Module Yellow —...

  • Page 526: Rear Power Distribution Center

    524 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Power Distribution Center CAUTION! There is also a power distribution center located in the • When installing the power distribution center trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly contains fuses and relays.
  • Page 527 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 525 Cav- Car- Mini- Description Cav- Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 60 Amp — Front PDC Feed #1 30 Amp — Power Locks Yellow Pink — — Fuse – Spare 30 Amp — Driver Door Pink 60 Amp...
  • Page 528 526 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cav- Car- Mini- Description Cav- Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Active Dampening — 25 Amp Amplifier Yellow Module Natural — — Fuse — Spare — 25 Amp Power Seats Natural —...
  • Page 529 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 527 Cav- Car- Mini- Description Cav- Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 15 Amp Radio — 10 Amp Adaptive Cruise Con- Blue trol — 20 Amp Power Outlet Inside — 10 Amp Adaptive Front Light- Yellow Arm Rest —...
  • Page 530 528 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cav- Car- Mini- Description Cav- Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 10 Amp HVAC Module/In Car — 25 Amp Rear Windows Temperature Sensor Natural — — Fuse — Spare — 10 Amp Airbag Module —...

  • Page 531: Vehicle Storage

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529 VEHICLE STORAGE Interior Bulbs Bulb Number If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your Rear Courtesy/Reading battery. Lamps • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp •...

  • Page 532: Bulb Replacement

    530 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Bulb Number Backup Lamp 3157 Low Beam Headlamp Center High-Mount Stop LED (Serviced at Autho- (Standard Halogen) Lamp (CHMSL) rized Dealer) Low Beam Headlamp – D3S (Serviced at Autho- License High Intensity Discharge rized Dealer) (HID) BULB REPLACEMENT...

  • Page 533: Front Low Beam Headlamp And Park/Turn Lamp

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 531 2. Twist the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- Front Low Beam Headlamp and Park/Turn Lamp terclockwise, and then pull it out of the headlamp — Models with High Intensity Discharge assembly. Headlamps (HID) HID Headlamps CAUTION! The headlamps are a type of high voltage discharge tube.

  • Page 534: Backup Lamps

    532 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps, when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges. Backup Lamps 1.

  • Page 535: License Lamp

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 533 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 536: Fluid Capacities

    534 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 19 Gallons 72 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 6.4 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40, Synthetic API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 6.4 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/ 15.2 Quarts 14.4 Liters 150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent)

  • Page 537: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 535 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, We recommend you use full synthetic engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SM or SM/CF.

  • Page 538: Chassis

    536 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission We recommend you use MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
  • Page 539 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .538 Required Maintenance Intervals ...539...
  • Page 540 538 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km). The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages specified NOTE: to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best •...
  • Page 541 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 539 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in master cylinder, and power steering, and add as “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- needed.
  • Page 542 540 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Ser- Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. vice Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
  • Page 543 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 541 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Ser- Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. vice Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
  • Page 544 542 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Ser- Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. vice Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
  • Page 545 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 543 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Ser- Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. vice Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
  • Page 546 544 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 54 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
  • Page 547 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 545 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Ser- Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. vice Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
  • Page 548 546 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Ser- Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. vice Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
  • Page 549 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 547 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Ser- Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. vice Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
  • Page 550 548 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Ser- Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. vice Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
  • Page 551 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 549 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service 114 Months Maintenance Ser- Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. vice Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
  • Page 552 550 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service 126 Months Maintenance Ser- Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. vice Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
  • Page 553 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 551 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service 138 Months Maintenance Ser- Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. vice Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
  • Page 554 552 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or 150 Months Maintenance Ser- vice 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.
  • Page 555 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 553 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.

  • Page 557: If You Need Consumer Assistance

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .557 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
  • Page 558 556 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM Traction Grades ..... . .564 TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....563 Temperature Grades.

  • Page 559: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 557 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.

  • Page 560: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center

    558 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.

  • Page 561: In Mexico Contact

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 559 In Mexico contact: Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Sante Fe C.P.

  • Page 562: Warranty Information

    560 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service WARNING! contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain manufacturer’s service contract.

  • Page 563: Mopar Parts

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 561 MOPAR PARTS campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are dealer, and the manufacturer. available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety operating at its best.

  • Page 564: Publication Order Forms

    562 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Diagnostic Procedure Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix cepted.

  • Page 565: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 563 Call toll free at: Treadwear • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...

  • Page 566: Traction Grades

    564 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Traction Grades controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and and C.
  • Page 567 INDEX...
  • Page 568 566 INDEX About Your Brakes ......408 Air Conditioning System ....376 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
  • Page 569 INDEX 567 Automatic Oil Change Indicator ....327 B-Pillar Location ......427 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) .
  • Page 570 568 INDEX Caps, Filler Coin Holder ......301 Oil (Engine) ......493 Cold Weather Operation .
  • Page 571 INDEX 569 Points to Remember .....508 Dimmer Switch, Headlight....224 Pressure Cap .
  • Page 572 570 INDEX Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..238 Exhaust Gas Caution .....97 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ....414 Fails to Start .
  • Page 573 INDEX 571 Exhaust System ......97 Fluid Level Checks ......513 Exterior Folding Mirrors .
  • Page 574 572 INDEX Materials Added ..... . .454 Tachometer ......309 Methanol .
  • Page 575 INDEX 573 On With Wipers ......219 Infant Restraint ......74 Passing .
  • Page 576 574 INDEX Keys ........12 Brake Warning ......315 Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) .
  • Page 577 INDEX 575 License ......533 Loading Vehicle ......460 Lights On Reminder .
  • Page 578 576 INDEX Memory Seat ......212 MTBE/ETBE ......453 Memory Seats and Radio .
  • Page 579 INDEX 577 Synthetic ......493 Pets........95 Viscosity .
  • Page 580 578 INDEX Pretensioners Reformulated Gasoline .....452 Seat Belts ......57 Refrigerant .
  • Page 581 INDEX 579 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ....479 Operating Instructions ....50 Rotation, Tires .
  • Page 582 580 INDEX Sentry Key Programming ....17 Specifications Sentry Key Replacement .....16 Fuel (Gasoline) .
  • Page 583 INDEX 581 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .364 Tire and Loading Information Placard ...427 Storage ....... .529 TIREFIT .
  • Page 584 582 INDEX Safety .......422 Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .21 Sizes .
  • Page 585 INDEX 583 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ....7 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ....516 Vehicle Storage .
  • Page 586 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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