Jeep Cherokee 2014 Owner's Manual

Jeep Cherokee 2014 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Cherokee 2 0 1 4 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 features and equipment that are either standard or the name Chrysler Canada Inc.
  • Page 3: Introduction 3

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....7 ROLLOVER WARNING .
  • Page 6: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained techni- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group cians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfaction. LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all ROLLOVER WARNING essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
  • Page 7: How To Use This Manual

    INTRODUCTION 5 two million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire.
  • Page 8 6 INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 9: Warnings And Cautions

    INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against oper- ating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information.
  • Page 10: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

    8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death.
  • 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 ......19 Ignition Node Module (IGNM) —...
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Using The Panic Alarm ....25 WINDOWS ......44 Programming Additional Transmitters.
  • Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . .113 (BeltAlert®) ......64 SAFETY TIPS .
  • Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The START position is a spring-loaded momentary contact position. When released Your vehicle uses either a key start ignition system or from the START position, the switch automatically returns keyless ignition system.
  • Page 15: Keyless Ignition Node (Kin)

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button, as long as the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is in the passenger compartment.
  • Page 16: Key Fob - If Equipped

    14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key Fob — If Equipped The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
  • Page 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Ignition Node Module (IGNM) Emergency Key Removal Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) Emergency Key Removal NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency key into the lock cylinders with either side up.
  • Page 18: Ignition Or Accessory On Message

    16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Or Accessory On Message WARNING! Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
  • Page 19: Sentry Key

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 The system uses a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry WARNING! (Continued) (RKE) transmitter, a Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) and a • Do not leave children or animals inside parked RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. vehicles in hot weather.
  • Page 20: Replacement Keys

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not compat- ible with some after-market remote starting systems. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. •...
  • Page 21: Customer Key Programming

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer Sys- VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors authorized dealer.
  • Page 22: To Arm The System

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Arm The System same exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: further information). 1. Remove the key from the ignition system (refer to •...
  • Page 23 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF • When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, the interior position. power door lock switches will not unlock the doors. • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ , The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
  • Page 24: Security System Manual Override

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Security System Manual Override NOTE: • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger. tesy lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in the Dome ON position (extreme top position).
  • Page 25: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal.
  • Page 26: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Flash Lights With Remote Key To Lock The Doors And Liftgate This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- ter to lock all doors and liftgate.
  • Page 27: Using The Panic Alarm

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 • You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the Using The Panic Alarm vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, press and hold Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one by the system.
  • Page 28 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical latch on the back of the RKE transmitter sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand. Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) Emergency Key Removal 2.
  • Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Remove Screw From Transmitter Case Separating Ignition Node Module (IGNM) Transmitter Case...
  • Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery clip, located on the back cover.
  • Page 31: General Information

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 General Information REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- following conditions: niently from outside the vehicle while still main-...
  • Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Hood closed WARNING! • Liftgate/Flipper Glass closed • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or • Hazard switch off confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon- oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless.
  • Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low NOTE: • Remote Start Aborted — Liftgate Ajar • If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds. •...
  • Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The NOTE: Vehicle • For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter-N- Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or Go™ feature, the ignition switch must be in the allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle.
  • Page 35: Door Locks

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped DOOR LOCKS When remote start is activated, the heated steering Manual Door Locks wheel, and driver heated seat features will automatically To lock each door, rotate the door lock knob on each door turn on in cold weather.
  • Page 36: Power Door Locks

    34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 If you press the power door lock switch while the ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN position, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you from accidentally locking the Key Fob in the vehicle.
  • Page 38: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors

    36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if: To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with a 1.
  • Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 NOTE: • When the child lock system is engaged, the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle even though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position. •...
  • Page 40: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been WARNING! raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. sponse time.
  • Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 To Unlock From The Passenger Side With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automati- cally.
  • Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE FOBIK-Safe only executes in vehicles with passive entry. NOTE: The vehicle will only unlock the doors when a There are three situations that trigger a FOBIK-Safe valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter is detected inside the search in any passive entry vehicle.
  • Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 To Unlock/Enter The Liftgate The liftgate passive entry unlock feature is built into the electronic liftgate handle. With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the electronic liftgate handle for a power open on vehicles equipped with Power Liftgate.
  • Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in EVIC, all doors will unlock when you push the button on the liftgate. If Unlock Driver Door 1st press is pro- grammed in Uconnect®, only the liftgate will unlock when you press the button on the liftgate.
  • Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 NOTE: • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
  • Page 46: Windows

    44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS There are single window controls on each passenger door trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows. Power Windows The window controls will operate only when the ignition The window controls on the driver’s door control all the is in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
  • Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 AUTO-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection WARNING! (Continued) Lift the window switch to the second detent, release, and in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particu- the window will go up automatically. larly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window To stop the window from going all the way up during the switches.
  • Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Window Lockout Switch WARNING! The window lockout switch on the driver’s door trim There is no anti-pinch protection when the window panel allows you to disable the window controls on the is almost closed. Be sure to clear all objects from the rear passenger doors.
  • Page 49: Wind Buffeting

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, then open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof or Sky Slider™...
  • Page 50: Power Liftgate - If Equipped

    48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The liftgate passive entry lock button will only NOTE: Use the power door LOCK switch on either front lock the liftgate, the liftgate unlock feature is built into door trim panel or the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the electronic liftgate handle.
  • Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Press the NOTE: LIFTGATE button on the RKE transmitter twice within • In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an five seconds, to open the power liftgate. Once the liftgate emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open is open, pressing the button twice within five seconds a the liftgate.
  • Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The power liftgate must be in the full open position for NOTE: rear liftgate close button on the left rear trim, near the • The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the liftgate opening to operate.
  • Page 53: Occupant Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 • If your liftgate is power closing and you put the OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS vehicle in gear, the liftgate will continue to power Some of the most important safety features in your close. However, vehicle movement may result in a vehicle are the restraint systems: detection of an obstruction.
  • Page 54 52 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 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt 4. Do not lean against the door or window. If your properly (see section on Child Restraints) should be secured vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the in the rear seat in child restraints or belt-positioning booster side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space...
  • Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument • Being too close to the Supplemental Side Air Bag panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) and/or Seat-Mounted could cause serious injury, including death.
  • Page 57: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Lap/Shoulder Belts WARNING! (Continued) All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with of part of the belt. Follow these instructions to wear lap/shoulder belts. The belt webbing retractor is de- your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers signed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions.
  • Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the front seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt.
  • Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 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 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt.
  • Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 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 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seating positions, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck. Press the release button to release the anchorage, and then move it up or down to the position that fits you best.
  • Page 63: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are shoulder belt. equipped with Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) which are used to secure a child restraint system.
  • Page 64: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped

    62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the passenger seating position is equipped with an child safety seat is installed in a seating position that has a ALR and is being used for normal usage: belt with this feature. Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seat.
  • Page 65: Energy Management Feature

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Belt Pretensioning WARNING! The driver and passenger front seating positions are • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if equipped with seat belt systems that may incorporate the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor retractor pretensioning devices.
  • Page 66: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert®)

    64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (BeltAlert®) (8 km/h), BeltAlert® will provide both audio and visual notification. BeltAlert® is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger The front passenger seat BeltAlert®...
  • Page 67: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts Using a seat belt extender when not needed can in- throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is crease the risk of injury in a collision.
  • Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In addition, the vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and/or front Driver Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether panel below the steering column and a Supplemental the driver or front passenger seat belt is fastened.
  • Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • Instrument Panel This vehicle may be equipped with a front passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) that may adjust • Knee Impact Bolster the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags based •...
  • Page 70: Advanced Front Air Bag Features

    68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! (Continued) The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver • Do not put anything on or around the air bag and front passenger air bags. This system provides output covers or attempt to open them manually.
  • Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam on the side of the seat’s trim cover (front seats) and between the side Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may seat’s cushion trim cover (rear seats).
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during air bag deployment. • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.
  • Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Always sit upright as possible with your back against the WARNING! seat back, use the seat belts properly, and use the appro- • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right priate sized child restraint, infant restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child.
  • Page 74: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls

    72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls Air Bags work with the Supplemental Driver and Pas- Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) senger Side Knee Air Bags and the passenger side knee The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system bolster to provide improved protection for the driver and required for this vehicle.
  • Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 The Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli- and Front Passenger Knee Air Bags will not deploy in all sions, and also are needed to help keep you in position, frontal collisions, including some that may produce sub- away from an inflating air bag.
  • Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE turns on the Air Bag Warning Light, either momentarily Occupant Classification System (OCS) — Front or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light Passenger Seat comes on again after initial startup. The OCS is part of a Federally regulated safety system for this vehicle.
  • Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 The OCS will NOT prevent deployment of the passenger Front Passenger Seat Front Passenger Air Advanced Front Air Bag. The OCS may reduce the Occupant Status Bag Classification inflation rate of the passenger Advanced Front Air Bag if Rearward-facing infant Reduced-power the sensors estimate that:...
  • Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC uses the classification to determine whether the WARNING! passenger Advanced Front Air Bag inflation rate should • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an be modified. air bag.
  • Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 WARNING! (Continued) injury or death in a collision. Always wear your seat belt and sit properly, with the seat back in an upright position, your back against the seat back, sitting upright, facing forward, in the center of the seat, with your feet comfortably on or near the floor.
  • Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The front passenger seatback is not in the full upright position • The front passenger carries or holds an object while seated (e.g., backpack, box, etc.) Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly...
  • Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly...
  • Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Placing an object on the floor under the front pas- senger seat may prevent the OCS from working properly, which may result in serious injury or death in a collision. Do not place any objects on the floor under the front passenger.
  • Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 The front passenger seat is equipped with Flip ’n Stow™ Only Chrysler Group LLC approved seat accessories may Front Passenger Seat Storage (refer to “Understanding be used. The Features Of Your Vehicle” for additional informa- tion).
  • Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The following requirements must be strictly followed: WARNING! • Do not modify the front passenger seat assembly or Unapproved modifications or service procedures to the components in any way. passenger seat assembly, its related components, seat •...
  • Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Ad- Supplemental Driver And Front Passenger Knee vanced Front Air Bags, it signals the inflator units. A large Air Bag Inflator Units quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the The Supplemental Knee Air Bag units are located in the Advanced Front Air Bags.
  • Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB) Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain Inflator Units (SABIC) Inflator Units The Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags are de- During collisions where the impact is confined to a signed to activate only in certain side collisions.
  • Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time, Enhanced Accident Response System perform the follow- vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of ing functions: whether or not an air bag should have deployed. •...
  • Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If A Deployment Occurs However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate immediately.
  • Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- Maintaining Your Air Bag System ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you. WARNING! •...
  • Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) You will want to have the air bags ready to • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag inflate for your protection in a collision. The system.
  • Page 91: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint and safety systems for a short period of time, typically Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.
  • Page 92: Child Restraints

    90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a Child Restraints non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all the EDR under normal driving conditions and no per- times, including babies and children.
  • Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 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 94 92 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 Children who are two years old or younger Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Toddlers and who have not reached the height or Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear...
  • Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Infants And Child Restraints their infant carrier but are still less than at least two years old. Children should remain rearward-facing until they Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- reach the highest weight or height allowed by their facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until convertible child seat.
  • Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Older Children And Child Restraints WARNING! Children who are two years old or who have outgrown • Improper installation can lead to failure of an their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward- infant or child restraint.
  • Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Integrated Child Booster Seat — If Equipped 4. Place the child upright in the seat with their back firmly against the seatback. The Integrated Child Booster Seat is located in each out- board second-row passenger seat.
  • Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front WARNING! of the vehicle seat – while they are still sitting all the way back? Securely lock the seat cushion into position before using the seat.
  • Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – LATCH – Child + Child Lower Anchors Seat Belt + Top Lower Anchors Seat Belt Only Restraint...
  • Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- Restraint System equipped child seats. There are two lower anchorages located at the back of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position.
  • Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seat- ing position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
  • Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs Use the LATCH anchorage system until the com- weight of the child restraint) for using the (29.5 kg) bined weight of the child and the child restraint LATCH anchorage system to attach the child is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
  • Page 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the The child seat may touch the back of the front pas- senger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also back of the front passenger seat? allows contact.
  • Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages Center Seat LATCH In addition, there are tether strap anchorages This vehicle has 5 lower LATCH anchorages in the rear behind each rear seating position located on seat. Anchorages A and B are used for the right outboard the back of the seat.
  • Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 buckle, the center seat belt can be used to restraint an occupant or child restraint in the center seating position. 2. Right outboard and center seating positions (1 and 2): Install the first child seat in the right outboard seating position using lower anchorages A and B.
  • Page 106 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Always follow the directions of the child restraint manu- WARNING! (Continued) facturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child • A child restraint installed in the center position (2) restraint systems will be installed as described here. will block the seat belt buckle for the empty left To Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint outboard seat behind the driver (3).
  • Page 107 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 3. Place the child seat between the lower anchorages for 6. Tighten all of the straps as you push the child restraint that seating position. For some second row seats, you rearward and downward into the seat. Remove slack may need to recline the seat and / or raise the head in the straps according to the child restraint manufac- restraint to get a better fit.
  • Page 108 106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child restraint Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle installation, instead of buckling it behind the child re- Seat Belt straint, route the seat belt through the child restraint belt The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are path and then buckle it.
  • Page 109 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 refer to the “Automatic Locking Mode” description un- Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child der “Occupant Restraints.” The cinching latch plate is Restraints in this Vehicle designed to hold the lap portion of the seatbelt tight when webbing is pulled tight and straight through a child restraint’s belt path.
  • Page 110 108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s weight + Weight limit of the Always use the tether anchor when using weight of the child restraint) for using the Child Restraint the seat belt to install a forward facing Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a child restraint, up to the recommended forward facing child restraint?
  • Page 111 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 Installing A Child Restraint with a Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
  • Page 112 110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the 2. Next, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect retractor to pass it through the belt path of the child the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether restraint.
  • Page 113 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 6. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by If the belt still cannot be tightened after you shorten the pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt buckle, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn path.
  • Page 114 112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts.
  • Page 115: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS WARNING! A long break-in period is not required for the engine and An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. increased head motion and possible injury to the Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
  • Page 116: Safety Tips

    114 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result. vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death.
  • Page 117: Exhaust Gas

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 115 Exhaust Gas WARNING! (Continued) • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the WARNING! engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
  • Page 118: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

    116 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes Air Bag Warning Light to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, The light should come on and remain on for four inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised to eight seconds as a bulb check when the for lubrication or oil change.
  • Page 119 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 117 Floor Mat Safety Information WARNING! (Continued) Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your • Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area of already installed floor mats.
  • Page 120: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    118 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
  • Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS MIRRORS ......126 SEATS ......132 Inside Day/Night Mirror .
  • Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD ..149 Lane Change Assist ....156 LIGHTS .
  • Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF To Activate ......177 EQUIPPED .
  • Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode . . .194 ParkSense® Warning Display ... . .215 FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) ParkSense® Display ....215 WITH MITIGATION —...
  • Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Service The ParkSense® Park Assist System . . .237 Turning ParkView® On Or Off — With Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4AN ....257 Cleaning The ParkSense®...
  • Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode ..267 SKY SLIDER™ FULL LENGTH OPEN ROOF — IF EQUIPPED ....270 Closing Sunroof —...
  • Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 CUPHOLDERS ......282 REAR WINDOW FEATURES ....288 STORAGE .
  • Page 128: Mirrors

    126 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 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting. The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you.
  • Page 130: Outside Mirrors

    128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Assist Call 9-1-1 Call The rear view mirror contains an ASSIST push button Report an accident without taking your eyes off the road. which automatically connects the vehicle occupants to one Just press 9-1-1 on your mirror and connect. of several predefined locations for immediate support: CAUTION! •...
  • Page 131: Power Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
  • Page 132: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped

    130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Models With Express Window Feature Models Without Express Window Feature Press and release the mirror select button marked L (left) Press the mirror select button marked L (left) or R (right) or R (right) and then press one of the four arrow buttons and then press one of the four arrow buttons to move the to move the mirror in the direction the arrow is pointing.
  • Page 133: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for additional the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the flexibility in positioning the sun visor to block out the sun.
  • Page 134: Seats

    132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Power Seats — If Equipped Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the Some models may be equipped with a power driver’s vehicle. seat. The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor.
  • Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Reclining The Seatback Forward Or Rearward WARNING! The seatback can be reclined both forward and rearward. Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the Push the seat recliner switch forward or rearward, the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
  • Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE increase or decrease the lumbar support. Push the switch upward or downward to raise or lower the lumbar support. Front Seat Adjustment While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the seat forward or rearward.
  • Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 WARNING! • 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. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
  • Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If Equipped Heated Seats — If Equipped The driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by On some models, the front seats may be equipped with using a lever, located on the outboard side of the seat. heaters in both the seat cushions and seatbacks.
  • Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface tempera- ture of the seat.
  • Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect® 8.4 System — If Equipped Touch the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key once to select HI-level heating. Touch the soft-key a second time Touch the “Controls” soft-key located on the bottom of to select LO-level heating.
  • Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will Ventilated Seats — If Equipped provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes On some models, both the driver and passenger seats are of operation.
  • Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head WARNING! restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push The head restraints for all occupants must be properly downward on the head restraint.
  • Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 NOTE: The head restraints should only be removed by To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If either restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push of the head restraints require removal, see your autho- button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push rized dealer.
  • Page 144: 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat With Fold-Flat Feature

    142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat With Fold-Flat WARNING! Feature • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, To provide additional storage area, each rear seat can be inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people folded flat.
  • Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 To Lower The Rear Seat To Raise The Rear Seat 1. Lift the seatback release lever located on the upper NOTE: If interference from the cargo area prevents the outer edge of the seat or pull the pull strap located on seatback from fully locking, you will have difficulty the middle outer edge of the seat.
  • Page 146: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped

    144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows the driver to store up to two different memory profiles, for easy recall through a memory switch. Each memory profile contains desired position settings for the driver seat and side mirrors and a set of desired radio station presets.
  • Page 147: Programming The Memory Feature

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 The memory switch allows the driver to recall either of Programming The Memory Feature the two pre-programmed memory profiles by pressing To create a new memory profile, perform the following: the appropriate number button on the switch. NOTE: Saving a new memory profile will erase an existing profile from memory.
  • Page 148: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory

    146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the If desired, a second memory profile can be stored into memory as follows: vehicle speed must be at 0 mph (0 km/h) to recall a memory profile.
  • Page 149: Memory Position Recall

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 To program your RKE transmitters, perform the following: Memory Position Recall 1. Remove the key from the ignition. NOTE: • For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, 2. Select the desired memory profile 1 or 2. the vehicle must be in PARK to recall memory posi- 3.
  • Page 150: Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With Memory Seat Only)

    148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To recall the memory settings for driver one, press The distance the driver seat moves depends on where MEMORY button number 1 or the UNLOCK button on you have the driver seat positioned when you remove the the RKE transmitter linked to memory position 1.
  • Page 151: To Open And Close The Hood

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD driver’s seat position is less than 0.9 in (23 mm) Two latches must be released to open the hood. forward of the rear stop.
  • Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and pull the safety CAUTION! latch release lever forward (toward you). The safety latch release lever is located behind the center front To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to edge of the hood.
  • Page 153: Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 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, auto- matic headlights — if equipped, instrument panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights and fog lights —...
  • Page 154: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped

    152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped In 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 155: Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 If you turn the headlights off before the ignition, they will detects vehicle specific light and automatically switches turn off in the normal manner. from high beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
  • Page 156: Daytime Running Lights (Drl)

    154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Fog Lights — If Equipped The LED Daytime Running Lights will come on when- The front fog light switch is built into the headlight ever the ignition is placed in the RUN position, the switch.
  • Page 157: Multifunction Lever

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and press the headlight switch. To turn off the front fog lights, either press the headlight switch a second time or turn off the headlight switch.
  • Page 158: Lane Change Assist

    156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: High/Low Beam Switch • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the multifunction lever a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light toward you to switch the headlights back to low beam.
  • Page 159: Interior Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened. To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open.
  • Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the Ambient Light Control right dimmer control upward will increase the brightness Rotate the left dimmer control upward or downward to of the instrument panel lights and lighted cupholders — increase or decrease the brightness of the ambient light if equipped.
  • Page 161: Battery Saver Feature

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Dome Light Position Battery Saver Feature Rotate the instrument panel dimmer control completely To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off upward to the second detent to turn on the interior lights. automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is The interior lights will remain on when the instrument moved to the LOCK position.
  • Page 162: Windshield Wiper Operation

    160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the rear wiper/washer, refer to “Rear Window Features” in Windshield Wiper Operation “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”. Rotate the end of the lever to one of the first four detent positions for intermittent settings, the fifth detent for low wiper operation and the sixth detent for high wiper operation.
  • Page 163: Intermittent Wiper System

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 CAUTION! Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the “park” position. If the windshield wiper switch is turned off, and the blades cannot return to the “park” position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.
  • Page 164: Windshield Washer Operation

    162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washer Operation If the lever is pulled while the wipers are in the off position, the wipers will operate for several wipe cycles, To use the washer, pull the lever rearward toward you and then turn off.
  • Page 165: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the This feature senses moisture on the windshield and windshield.
  • Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Rain Sensing system has protection features for the wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the following conditions: wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position. •...
  • Page 167: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Remote Start Mode Inhibit — On vehicles equipped with Remote Starting system, Rain Sensing wipers are not operational when the vehicle is in the remote start mode. Once the operator is in the vehicle and has placed the ignition switch in the RUN position, rain sensing wiper operation can resume, if it has been selected, and no other inhibit conditions (mentioned previously) exist.
  • Page 168: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped

    166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To unlock the steering column, push the control handle HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED downward (toward the floor). To tilt the steering column, The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps move the steering wheel upward or downward as de- warm your hands in cold weather.
  • Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Uconnect® 5.0 System — If Equipped Uconnect® 8.4 System — If Equipped Press the “Climate” hard-key then touch the “Heated Touch the “Controls” soft-key then touch the “Heated Steering Wheel” soft-key to turn on the heated steering Steering Wheel”...
  • Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start On models that are equipped with remote start, the heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting System — If Equipped” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 171: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not place anything on the steering wheel that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steering wheel covers of any type and material. This may cause the steering wheel heater to overheat. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL —...
  • Page 172: To Activate

    170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
  • Page 173: To Deactivate

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 To Deactivate Pressing the SET (+) button once will result in a 1 mph (1 km/h) increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL the button results in an increase of 1 mph (1 km/h).
  • Page 174: To Accelerate For Passing

    172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Accelerate For Passing WARNING! Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. system cannot maintain a constant speed.
  • Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 ACC will allow you to keep cruise control engaged in WARNING! light to moderate traffic conditions without the constant • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience need to reset your cruise control. ACC utilizes a radar sensor and a forward facing camera designed to detect a system.
  • Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • Cannot take street, traffic, and weather condi- You should switch off the ACC system: tions into account, and may be limited upon • When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, sleet, adverse sight distance conditions.
  • Page 177: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 The Cruise Control system has two control modes: • Adaptive Cruise Control mode for maintaining an appropriate distance between vehicles. • Normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode for cruising at a constant preset speed. For additional information, refer to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode”...
  • Page 178: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)

    176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifica- NOTE: You cannot enable ACC under the following tions to the vehicle will effect the performance of the conditions: Adaptive Cruise Control. • When in Four-Wheel Drive Low. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) •...
  • Page 179: To Activate

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 To Activate To turn the system OFF, push and release the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ON/OFF button again. At this Push and release the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) time, the system will turn off and the EVIC will display ON/OFF button.
  • Page 180: To Set A Desired Acc Speed

    178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: ACC cannot be set if there is a stationary vehicle WARNING! in front of your vehicle in close proximity. Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system on Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. If you do when not in use is dangerous.
  • Page 181: To Turn Off

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 • You press the CANCEL switch. To Turn Off • An Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) event occurs. The system will turn off and clear the set speed in memory if: • A Trailer Sway Control (TSC) event occurs. •...
  • Page 182: To Vary The Speed Setting

    180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To Vary The Speed Setting • If your vehicle stays at standstill for longer than While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by pressing the SET + button. 2 seconds, then the driver will either have to press the Resume button, or apply the throttle to reengage the Pressing the SET + button once will result in a 1 mph ACC to the existing Set Speed.
  • Page 183: Setting The Following Distance In Acc

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 • The ACC system maintains set speed when driving up If the SET - button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to decrease in 5 mph (5 km/h) increments hill and down hill. However, a slight speed change on until the button is released.
  • Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead. This distance setting displays in the EVIC. Distance Setting 3 Bars (Long) Distance Setting 4 Bars (Longest)
  • Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Distance Setting 2 Bars (Medium) Distance Setting 1 Bar (Short) To increase the distance setting, press the Distance Set- ting — Increase button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting increases by one bar (longer).
  • Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The distance setting is changed. To decrease the distance setting, press the Distance Setting — Decrease button and release. Each time the • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on button is pressed, the distance setting decreases by one ACC Activation).
  • Page 187: Overtake Aid

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Overtake Aid When driving with ACC engaged and following a target vehicle, the system will provide an additional accelera- tion to assist in passing vehicles in front. This additional acceleration is triggered when the driver utilizes the left turn signal.
  • Page 188: Acc Operation At Stop

    186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ACC Operation at Stop WARNING! If the ACC system brings your vehicle to a standstill When the ACC system is resuming speed, the driver while following a target vehicle, if the target vehicle starts must ensure that there are no pedestrians, vehicles or moving within 2 seconds of your vehicle coming to a objects in the path of the vehicle.
  • Page 189: Display Warnings And Maintenance

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 • ACC Proximity Warning Adaptive Cruise Control Ready • ACC Unavailable Warning When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed setting has not been selected, the display will read “Adaptive Cruise • The EVIC will return to the last display selected after Control Ready.”...
  • Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The “ACC / FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor” To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor- message can sometimes be displayed while driving in tant to note the following maintenance items: highly reflective areas (i.e.
  • Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 When the condition that deactivated the system is no “Clean Front Windshield” Warning longer present, the system will return to the “Adaptive The “ACC / FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front Cruise Control Off” state and will resume function by Windshield”...
  • Page 192: Precautions While Driving With Acc

    190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should occurs, try activating ACC again later, following a key examine the windshield and the camera located on the cycle. If the problem persists, see your authorized dealer. back side of the inside rear view mirror.
  • Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 the vehicle is out of the curve the system will resume your original Set Speed. This is a part of normal ACC system functionality. NOTE: On tight turns ACC performance may be limited. Turns And Bends When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the system may decrease the vehicle speed and acceleration for...
  • Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using ACC On Hills Lane Changing When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic lane in which you are traveling.
  • Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 Narrow Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they have moved fully into the lane. There may not be sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead.
  • Page 196: General Information

    194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Stationary Objects And Vehicles General Information ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary FCC Requirements For Vehicular Radar Systems vehicles. For example, ACC will not react in situations Classification Specifications: where the vehicle you are following exits your lane and 47 C.F.R.
  • Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 To change between the different cruise control modes, To Set A Desired Speed press the ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) ON/ Turn the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control ON. OFF button which turns the ACC and the NORMAL When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press (Fixed Speed) CONTROL OFF.
  • Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pressing the SET (+) button once will result in a 1 mph While the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control is set, the (1 km/h) increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of set speed can be decreased by pressing and holding the the button results in an increase of 1 mph (1 km/h).
  • Page 199: Forward Collision Warning (Fcw) With Mitigation - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 • The braking temperature exceeds normal range FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) WITH (overheated). MITIGATION — IF EQUIPPED • The shift lever is removed from the Drive position. Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation Operation To Resume Speed The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system with...
  • Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the system determines that a forward collision is probable, the driver will be provided with audible and visual warnings and may provide a brake jerk warning. If the driver does not take action based upon these progres- sive warnings, then the system will provide a limited level of autonomous braking to help slow the vehicle and mitigate the potential forward collision.
  • Page 201 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 NOTE: Turning FCW ON Or OFF • The minimum speed for FCW activation is 5 mph NOTE: The default status of FCW is “On”, this allows the system to warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in (10 km/h).
  • Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To turn the FCW system OFF, press the forward collision Changing FCW And Active Braking Status button once to turn the system OFF (led turns on). To change the FCW and Active Braking settings with Uconnect®...
  • Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 To change the FCW and Active Braking settings with 6. Press the second “FWD Collision W...” soft-key. Uconnect® 5.0 System Screen — if equipped. 7. Press the “Active Braking” On or Off soft-key. NOTE: The settings can only be changed when the The default status of FCW is the “Far”...
  • Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Although the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, the active braking may not be fully available. • The system will retain the last setting selected by the Once the condition that limited the system performance driver after ignition shut down.
  • Page 205: Lane Departure Warning (Ldw) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW) — IF The driver may manually override the haptic warning by EQUIPPED applying torque into the steering wheel at any time. When only a single lane marking is detected and the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Operation driver unintentionally drifts across the lane marking (no The Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system is opera-...
  • Page 206: Turning Ldw On Or Off

    204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turning LDW ON Or OFF To turn the LDW system OFF, press the lane departure warning button once to turn the system OFF (LED turns on). The default status of LDW is “ON”. To turn the LDW system back ON, press the lane departure The lane departure warning button is located on the warning button again to turn the system ON (LED turns...
  • Page 207: Ldw Warning Display

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 NOTE: The LDW system will retain the last system state ON or OFF from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is changed to the ON/RUN position. LDW Warning Display The LDW system will indicate the current lane drift condition through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
  • Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When the LDW system senses the lane has been NOTE: The LDW system operates with the similar be- approached and is in a lane cross situation, the left havior for a right lane departure. thick lane line flashes from white to gray, the left thin Left Lane Departure —...
  • Page 209 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 • For example: If approaching the left side of the lane the steering wheel will torque to the right. Lanes Sensed (White Lines/Green Indicator) • When the LDW system senses a lane cross situation, the left thick lane line turns solid white, the left thin Lane Sensed (Solid White Thick Line, Solid White Thin Line/Solid Yellow Indicator)
  • Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When the LDW system senses the lane has been approached and is in a lane cross situation, the left thick lane line flashes from white to gray, the left thin line remains solid white and the LDW indicator changes from solid yellow to flashing yellow.
  • Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 7.0 EVIC Screen — If Equipped Left Lane Departure — Only Left Lane Detected • When the LDW system is ON, the left line turns from When the LDW system is ON; the lane lines are gray when the lane boundaries have not been detected and the gray to white to indicate that the lane marking has LDW indicator is solid white.
  • Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When the LDW system senses the lane has been NOTE: The LDW system operates with the similar be- approached and is in a lane cross situation, the left havior for a right lane departure. thick lane line flashes yellow (on/off), the left thin line Left Lane Departure —...
  • Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 • For example: If approaching the left side of the lane the steering wheel will torque to the right. Lanes Sensed (White Lines/Green Indicator) • When the LDW system senses a lane cross situation, the left thick lane line and left thin line turn solid Lane Sensed (Solid Thick Yellow—Solid Thin Yellow Line/Solid Yellow Indicator)
  • Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When the LDW system senses the lane has been approached and is in a lane cross situation, the left thick lane line flashes yellow (on/off) and the left thin line remains solid yellow. The LDW indicator changes from solid yellow to flashing yellow.
  • Page 215: Changing Ldw Status

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 Changing LDW Status NOTE: • When enabled the system operates above 37 mph The LDW system settings can be made through the Uconnect® system screen. (60 km/h) and below 100 mph (160 km/h). Follow these steps to change the LDW settings: •...
  • Page 216: Parksense® Rear Park Assist - If Equipped

    214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED above. A display warning will appear in the EVIC indicating the vehicle is above ParkSense operating The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist system provides visual speed. The system will become active again if the vehicle and audible indications of the distance between the rear speed is decreased to speeds less than approximately fascia and a detected obstacle when backing up, e.g.
  • Page 217: Parksense® Warning Display

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 ParkSense® Warning Display ParkSense® Display The ParkSense® Warning screen will only be displayed if When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the EVIC will display Sound and Display is selected from the Customer - the park assist ready system status.
  • Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If an obstacle is detected in the left and/or right rear region, the display will show a single flashing arc in the left and/or right rear region and will produce a fast sound tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the tone will change from fast to continuous.
  • Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 Slow Tone/Solid Arc Fast Tone/Flashing Arc...
  • Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone/Flashing Arc Continuous Tone/Flashing Arc The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
  • Page 221 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 WARNING ALERTS Rear Greater 79-59 in 59-47 in 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than Distance than (200- (150- (120- (100- (65-30 cm) 12 in (in/cm) 79 in 150 cm) 120 cm) 100 cm) 65 cm) (30 cm)
  • Page 222: Enabling And Disabling Parksense

    220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: ParkSense® will reduce the volume of the radio, When the ParkSense® switch is pressed to disable the if on, when the system is sounding an audio tone. system, the instrument cluster will display the “PARKSENSE OFF”...
  • Page 223: Service The Parksense® Rear Park Assist System

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist If “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS” System appears in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) make sure the outer surface and the underside of the rear During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense® Rear Park fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or Assist System has detected a faulted condition, the instru- other obstruction and then cycle the ignition.
  • Page 224: Parksense® System Usage Precautions

    222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • ParkSense®, when on, will reduce the volume of the ParkSense® System Usage Precautions radio when it is sounding a tone. NOTE: • Clean the ParkSense® sensors regularly, taking care • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, not to scratch or damage them.
  • Page 225 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 • On vehicles equipped with a tailgate, ParkSense® WARNING! should be disabled when the tailgate is in the lowered • Drivers must be careful when backing up even or open position and the vehicle is in REVERSE. A lowered tailgate could provide a false indication that when using ParkSense®.
  • Page 226: Parksense® Front And Rear Park Assist - If Equipped

    224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • The automatic braking function may only be applied if could detect the ball mount and hitch ball assem- the vehicle deceleration is not enough to avoid collid- bly, depending on its size and shape, giving a false ing with a detected obstacle.
  • Page 227 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 If your vehicle is equipped with a Manual Transmission, ParkSense® will retain the last system state (enabled or the automatic braking function in REVERSE gear is not disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is available.
  • Page 228: Parksense® Sensors

    226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense® Sensors The six ParkSense® sensors, located in the front fascia/ bumper, monitor the area in front of the vehicle that is The four ParkSense® sensors, located in the rear fascia/ within the sensors’ field of view. The sensors can detect bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is obstacles from approximately 12 in (30 cm) up to 47 in within the sensors’...
  • Page 229: Parksense® Display

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 The ParkSense® Warning screen is located within the If an obstacle is detected in the center rear region, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). It provides display will show a single solid arc in the center rear visual warnings to indicate the distance between the rear region and will produce a one-half second tone.
  • Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Single 1/2 Second Tone/Solid Arc Slow Tone/Solid Arc...
  • Page 231 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 Slow Tone/Solid Arc Fast Tone/Flashing Arc...
  • Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone/Flashing Arc Continuous Tone/Flashing Arc The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
  • Page 233 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 WARNING ALERTS Rear Greater 79-59 in 59-47 in 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than Distance than (200-150 cm) (150- (120- (100- (65-30 cm) 12 in (in/cm) 79 in 120 cm) 100 cm) 65 cm) (30 cm) (200 cm)
  • Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: ParkSense® will reduce the volume of the radio, will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle. A if on, when the system is sounding an audio tone. fast sound tone will be produced when reaching the 2nd flashing arc and will change to a continuous sound tone Front Park Assist when the 1st flashing arc appears.
  • Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 No Tone/Solid Arc No Tone/Flashing Arc...
  • Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone/Flashing Arc Continuous Tone/Flashing Arc The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
  • Page 237 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 WARNING ALERTS Front Distance Greater than 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 47 in (120 cm) (120-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Arcs — Left None None None 2nd Flashing...
  • Page 238: Enabling And Disabling Parksense

    236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the Uconnect® System is equipped, chime volume settings will not be accessible from the EVIC. The chime volume settings include LOW, MEDIUM, and HIGH. The factory default volume setting is MEDIUM. ParkSense will retain its last known configuration state through ignition cycles.
  • Page 239: Service The Parksense® Park Assist System

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 REVERSE and the system is disabled, the EVIC will has detected a faulted condition, the EVIC will display a display the “PARKSENSE OFF” message for as long as PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS , the vehicle is in REVERSE.
  • Page 240: Cleaning The Parksense® System

    238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS or ParkSense® System Usage Precautions PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE FRONT SENSORS NOTE: appears in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) • Ensure that the front and rear bumper are free of snow, make sure the outer surface and the underside of the rear fascia/bumper and/or front fascia/bumper is clean and ice, mud, dirt and debris to keep the ParkSense®...
  • Page 241 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 • ParkSense®, when on, will reduce the volume of the • On vehicles equipped with a tailgate, ParkSense® radio when it is sounding a tone. should be disabled when the tailgate is in the lowered or open position.
  • Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • The vehicle must be driven slowly when using • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- ParkSense® in order to be able to stop in time mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- when an obstacle is detected.
  • Page 243: Parksense® Active Park Assist System - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 PARKSENSE® ACTIVE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM — NOTE: IF EQUIPPED • The driver is always responsible for controlling the The ParkSense® Active Park Assist system is intended to vehicle, responsible for any surrounding objects, and assist the driver during parallel and perpendicular park- must intervene as required.
  • Page 244: Enabling And Disabling The Parksense® Active Park Assist System

    242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Enabling And Disabling The ParkSense® Active To enable the ParkSense® Active Park Assist system, Park Assist System press the ParkSense® Active Park Assist switch once (LED turns on). The ParkSense® Active Park Assist system can be en- abled and disabled with the ParkSense®...
  • Page 245 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 • Pressing the ParkSense® Front and Rear Park Assist • Driver’s door is closed switch • Rear liftgate is closed • Driver’s door is opened • Vehicle speed is less than 15 mph (25 km/h) •...
  • Page 246: Parallel Parking Space Assistance Operation/Display

    244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Parallel Parking Space Assistance Operation/ Display When the ParkSense® Active Park Assist system is enabled the “Active ParkSense Searching - Press OK for Perpendicular Park” message will appear in the EVIC display. You may switch to perpendicular parking if you desire.
  • Page 247 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 NOTE: • It is the driver’s responsibility to use the brake and accelerator during the semi-automatic parking maneuver. • When the system instructs the driver to remove their hands, the driver should check their surroundings and begin to back up slowly.
  • Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the system is canceled during the maneuver for any reason, the driver must take control of the vehicle. Check Entire Surroundings — Remove Hands From Wheel Parking Space Found — Shift To Reverse...
  • Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 When the vehicle has been moved into the parallel park After moving forward and checking your surroundings position you will be instructed to place the shift lever into you may be instructed to place the shift lever into the the DRIVE position, move forward slowly and check REVERSE position and move backward slowly into po- your surroundings.
  • Page 250: Perpendicular Parking Space Assistance Operation/Display

    248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle is now in the parallel park position. When Perpendicular Parking Space Assistance the maneuver is complete, the driver will be instructed to Operation/Display check the vehicle’s parking position. If the driver is When the ParkSense®...
  • Page 251 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 • The driver needs to make sure that the selected parking space for the maneuver remains free and clear of any obstructions (e.g. pedestrians, bicycles, etc.) • The driver is responsible to ensure that the selected parking space is suitable for the maneuver and free/ clear of anything that may be overhanging or protrud- ing into the parking space (e.g., ladders, tailgates, etc.
  • Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • It is the driver’s responsibility to use the brake and accelerator during the semi-automatic parking maneuver. • When the system instructs the driver to remove hands, the driver should check their surroundings and begin to back up slowly.
  • Page 253 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 Parking Space Found — Shift To Reverse Check Entire Surroundings — Remove Hands From Steering Wheel...
  • Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the vehicle has been moved into the perpendicular After moving forward and checking your surroundings park position you will be instructed to place the shift you may be instructed to place the shift lever into the lever into the DRIVE position, move forward slowly, and REVERSE position and move backward slowly into po- check your surroundings.
  • Page 255 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 Your vehicle is now in the perpendicular park position. CAUTION! When the maneuver is complete, the driver will be in- • The ParkSense Active Park Assist system is only a structed to check the vehicle’s parking position. If the driver is satisfied with the vehicle position, they should parking aid and it is unable to recognize every shift to PARK.
  • Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using the ParkSense Active Park Assist • Drivers must be careful when performing parallel system, it is strongly recommended that the ball or perpendicular parking maneuvers even when mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected using the ParkSense Active Park Assist system.
  • Page 257: Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF Display of the camera image after shifting out of REVERSE EQUIPPED can be disabled via a touch screen control (soft button) personalization entry in the camera settings menu. Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView®...
  • Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The following table shows the approximate distances for each zone: Zone Distance to the rear of the vehicle 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm) Yellow 1 ft - 3 ft (30 cm - 1 m) Green 3 ft or greater (1 m or greater) WARNING!
  • Page 259: Turning Parkview® On Or Off - With Uconnect® 5.0

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 NOTE: If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds Turning ParkView® On Or Off — With up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4AN and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens. 1.
  • Page 260: Before You Begin Programming Homelink

    258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The HomeLink® buttons that are located in the headliner Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® or sun visor designate the three different HomeLink® Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage channels.
  • Page 261: Programming A Rolling Code

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons. • If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
  • Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. Firmly press and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) there may be a light that blinks when the garage door away from the HomeLink®...
  • Page 263: Programming A Non-Rolling Code

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button Programming A Non-Rolling Code To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured follow these steps: before 1995. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. 1.
  • Page 264: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming

    262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button 3. Without releasing the button proceed with “Program- and observe the indicator light. ming A Non-Rolling Code” Step 2 and follow all • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- remaining steps.
  • Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button process to prevent possible overheating of the garage and observe the indicator light. door or gate motor. •...
  • Page 266: Using Homelink

    264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Without releasing the button proceed with “Canadian/ The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is disabled when Gate Operator Programming” Step 2 and follow all the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. remaining steps. Troubleshooting Tips Using HomeLink®...
  • Page 267: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 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 268: Power Sunroof With Power Shade - If Equipped

    266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF WITH POWER SHADE — IF WARNING! (Continued) EQUIPPED • In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown The power sunroof switch is located to the left between from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could the sun visors on the overhead console.
  • Page 269: Opening Sunroof - Manual Mode

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 halfway to the comfort stop position. Press the switch Closing Sunroof — Express rearward and release it again, the sunroof and sunshade Press the switch forward and release it within one-half will open fully and stop automatically. This is called second and the sunroof will close automatically from any “Express Open”.
  • Page 270: Venting Sunroof - Express

    268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Venting Sunroof — Express switch a second time from the halfway position and the shade will automatically open to the full open position Press and release the Vent button within one-half sec- and stop automatically. This is called “Express Open”. ond and the sunroof will open to the vent position.
  • Page 271: Closing Power Shade - Express

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 Closing Power Shade — Express Pinch Protect Feature Press the switch forward and release it within one-half This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of second and the shade will close automatically from any the sunroof during Express Close operation.
  • Page 272: Sunroof Maintenance

    270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- For Vehicles Equipped With The EVIC rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to the rear windows open, then open the front and rear approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch is windows together to minimize the buffeting.
  • Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 • Opening and closing the Sky Slider™ repeatedly with- CAUTION! (Continued) out the engine running may run the battery down. • Do not leave the Sky Slider™ open for several weeks at a time. Close it occasionally to prevent CAUTION! discoloration in the folds of the fabric and to allow Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to...
  • Page 274: Sky Sliderâ„¢ Control

    272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Before operating the Sky Slider™ make sure that • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and no moving parts of the Sky Slider™ can injure a do not leave the key in the ignition switch (or leave person or animal.
  • Page 275: Opening The Sky Slider

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 Opening The Sky Slider™ Using Operator Mode Press the switch rearward and hold it, the Sky Slider™ Using Automatic Mode will open from the front and move toward the rear of the Press the switch rearward and release it within one- vehicle.
  • Page 276: Anti-Pinch Protect Feature

    274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using Operator Mode and turn the wrench clockwise until the top closes completely. The left motor facing forward will close the If the Sky Slider™ is open from the front, press the switch top when it is open from the rear of the vehicle.
  • Page 277: Wind Buffeting

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 Wind Buffeting ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of Your vehicle is equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp) power pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the outlets that can be used to power cellular phones, small ears.
  • Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
  • Page 279 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo WARNING! area. To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. •...
  • Page 280: Power Inverter - If Equipped

    278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
  • Page 281: Wireless Charging Pad - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 To turn on the power inverter outlet, simply plug in the WIRELESS CHARGING PAD — IF EQUIPPED device. The outlet automatically turns off when the device is unplugged. The power inverter is designed with built-in overload protection.
  • Page 282: Wireless Charging Pad Operation

    280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Your mobile phone must be designed for Qi wireless 3. Use the adjustable cradle to hold the mobile phone in charging, be equipped with an aftermarket sleeve or position. The cradle moves by pushing down on the equipped with a back plate from your mobile phone finger tabs and moving the cradle in or out.
  • Page 283 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 The LED indicator will flash green while the mobile WARNING! phone is charging. The Qi enabled phone is able to function normally as it is charging. Do not place metal object(s) between the mobile phone and wireless changing pad.
  • Page 284: Cupholders

    282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers, located in the center console. Rear Cupholders STORAGE Glove Box Storage Compartment Front Cupholders The glove box storage compartment is located on the There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers, right side of the instrument panel.
  • Page 285: Console Storage Compartment

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 Their is also an additional storage bin located above the Console Storage Compartment instrument panel in the center of the dash. Some vehicles may be equipped with a wireless charging pad located in the upper portion of the center console. Refer to Wireless Charging Pad-If Equipped in this section for more information.
  • Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open, pull up on the latch and lift the cover. The center console has a storage area which can hold cell phones, PDAs, and other small items. Center Console Center Console Storage...
  • Page 287: Cargo Area Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 Rear Storage Bin WARNING! The rear storage bins are located in the rear of the vehicle Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- on the sides of the load floor. ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving.
  • Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Tie-Down Hooks And Loops WARNING! The tie-downs located on the cargo area floor should be The weight and position of cargo and passengers can used to secure loads safely when the vehicle is moving. change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle Cargo tie-down loops are located on the trim panels.
  • Page 289 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback. This could impair visibility or be- come a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or accident. Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to secure loads.
  • Page 290: Rear Window Features

    288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The cover rolls away neatly inside its housing when not WARNING! in use. You can also remove the cover from the vehicle to make more room in the cargo area. In a collision, a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury.
  • Page 291 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 To use the washer, push the lever forward and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pushed while in the intermittent setting, the wiper will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the end of the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected.
  • Page 292: Rear Window Defroster

    290 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Window Defroster CAUTION! The rear window defroster button is located on Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the switch bank by the manual climate controls. the heating elements: Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster •...
  • Page 293: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 291 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! NOTE: Roof rack and crossbars cannot be used on • To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do vehicles equipped with Skyslider®. not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity. The load carried on the roof, when equipped with a Always distribute heavy loads as evenly as pos- luggage rack, must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and it...
  • Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Cargo must be securely tied down before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per- sonal injury or property damage. Follow the roof rack cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack.
  • Page 295: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..295 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Messages ......333 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —...
  • Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . .359 Manual Climate Controls With Touch-Screen — If Equipped ... . .367 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED ......360 Automatic Climate Controls With Touch-Screen —...
  • Page 297: Instrument Panel Features

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Demister Outlet 5 — Instrument Cluster 9 — Passenger Air Bag 13 — Stop/Start Ignition Button 2 — Air Outlet 6 — Electronic Speed Controls 10 — Glove Compartment 14 —...
  • Page 298: Instrument Cluster - Base

    296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE...
  • Page 299: Instrument Cluster

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
  • Page 300: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 5. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display/ Odometer Display 1. Tachometer The odometer display shows the total distance the ve- Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute hicle has been driven. (RPM x 1000).
  • Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 When the appropriate conditions exist, this display shows 7. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) messages. Light — If Equipped Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center”. This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- 6.
  • Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: either not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/ as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in Malfunction Indicator Light”...
  • Page 303 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 12. Turn Signal Indicator As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System The arrows will flash with the exterior turn sig- (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when nals when the turn signal lever is operated.
  • Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS CAUTION! malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is The TPMS has been optimized for the original combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipment tires and wheels.
  • Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 15. Temperature Gauge CAUTION! (Continued) The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- remains on the “H” and you hear continuous chimes, ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that turn the engine off immediately and call an autho- the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
  • Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 16. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) CAUTION! The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator an onboard diagnostic system called OBD II that Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine monitors engine and automatic transmission con- control system.
  • Page 307: Electronic Vehicle Information

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 17. Vehicle Security Light This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is arming. The light will flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is set. The security light will also come on for about three seconds when the ignition is first turned on.
  • Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Driver Assist The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering • Fuel Economy Info wheel: • Trip (Trip A/Trip B) • Stop/Start • Audio Info •...
  • Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 • UP Arrow Button • RIGHT Arrow Button Press and release the UP arrow button to scroll Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to upward through the main menu and submenus access the information screens or sub-menu (Main Gauge, MPH/km/h, Vehicle Info, Terrain, screens of a main menu item.
  • Page 310: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays - 3.5" Display

    308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) 1. Brake Warning Light — If Equipped Displays — 3.5” Display This light monitors various brake functions, The EVIC displays are located in the center portion of the including brake fluid level and parking brake cluster and consists of eight sections: application.
  • Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- WARNING! ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on dangerous.
  • Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by 3. Engine Temperature Warning Light turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the This light warns of an overheated engine condi- ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for ap- tion.
  • Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 • Unstored Messages 4. Reconfigurable Telltail Display Area This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the The main display area will normally display the main condition that activated the message is cleared. Examples menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main of this message type are “Turn Signal On”...
  • Page 314 312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 6. Brake Warning Light The Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system This light monitors various brake functions, provides the driver with visual and steering including brake fluid level and parking brake torque warnings when the vehicle starts to drift application.
  • Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- WARNING! (Continued) ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have system.
  • Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is 10. Reconfigurable Telltale Display applied. It does not show the degree of brake application. • Transmission Temperature Warning Light This light indicates that there is excessive trans- 7.
  • Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Malfunction WARNING! This light will turn on when a ACC is not operating and needs service. For further infor- If you continue operating the vehicle when the mation, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi- (ACC)”...
  • Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Selec Speed Control Indicator — If Equipped 11. Dedicated Speed Warning Telltale The symbol illuminates and is active only in This area displays the dedicated speed warn- 4WD Low range when either the HDC switch ing telltale.
  • Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 14. Reconfigurable Telltale Display NOTE: • Power Steering System Over Temperature — If • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- Equipped tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under If the “POWER STEERING SYSTEM OVER these conditions there will be a substantial increase in TEMP”...
  • Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Pressure Warning Light If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. light should turn on momentarily when the engine •...
  • Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 required. You may experience reduced performance, an For further information on four-wheel drive operation elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may and proper use, refer to “Four-Wheel Drive Operation — require towing. If Equipped” in “Starting And Operating”. •...
  • Page 322: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays - 7" Display

    320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) CAUTION! Displays — 7” Display Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage The EVIC displays are located in the center portion of the your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H” pull cluster and consists of eight sections: over and stop the vehicle.
  • Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 1. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 2. EVIC Selectable Display Area The Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system This area displays selectable information (Compass, provides the driver with visual and steering Temp, Range to Empty, Trip, Average MPG). torque warnings when the vehicle starts to drift 3.
  • Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the light remains on when the parking brake has been NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake tions.
  • Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by messages. These pop up messages fall into several catego- turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ries: ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for ap- •...
  • Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Unstored Messages Until RUN 7. Speed For Electronic Cruise Control Setting These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start This displays the set speed of the Electronic feature. This message type is displayed until the ignition Speed Control.
  • Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 • Selec Speed Control Indicator — If Equipped • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Distance Setting The symbol illuminates and is active only in Display 4WD Low range when either the HDC switch This will display the distance setting for the on the instrument panel is selected or ROCK ACC system.
  • Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Amber Reconfigurable Telltale Display WARNING! • Transmission Temperature Warning Light If you continue operating the vehicle when the This light indicates that there is excessive trans- Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi- mission fluid temperature that might occur nated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in with severe usage such as trailer towing.
  • Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 • Low Coolant Level Indicator • SERV 4WD Indicator Light — If Equipped This telltale will turn on to indicate the vehicle This light alerts the driver that the 4WD is in need of coolant level is low. service.
  • Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 13. Odometer Display / Fuel Gauge / Temperature Gauge When the appropriate conditions exist, this display / Submenu Area shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) messages and Submenus. The odometer display shows the total distance the ve- •...
  • Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 14. Red Reconfigurable Telltale Display CAUTION! • Engine Temperature Warning Light Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage This light warns of an overheated engine condi- your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H” pull tion.
  • Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Power Steering System Over Temperature — If NOTE: Equipped • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- If the “POWER STEERING SYSTEM OVER tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under TEMP”...
  • Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 • Oil Pressure Warning Light If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. light should turn on momentarily when the engine •...
  • Page 334: Engine Oil Change Indicator System

    332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL required. You may experience reduced performance, an Unless reset, this message will continue to display each elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN require towing. position or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position if •...
  • Page 335: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Messages

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 • Service Antilock Brake System NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not • Service Electronic Throttle Control reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. • Service Power Steering Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) •...
  • Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Service Electronic Throttle Control • Remote Start Aborted Hood Open • Lights On • Remote Start Aborted Tailgate Open • Right Turn Signal Light Out • Remote Start Aborted Time Expired • Left Turn Signal Light Out •...
  • Page 337: Evic Selectable Menu Items

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 • Shift Not Allowed The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the white telltales area on the right, amber telltales in the • Shift to Neutral then Drive or Reverse middle, and red telltales on the left. •...
  • Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until “Tire Pressure” is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button release the RIGHT arrow button and one of the following until the Vehicle Info icon is highlighted in the will be displayed: EVIC.
  • Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 Refer to “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” Fuel Economy under “Starting and Operating” for further information. Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Fuel Economy icon is highlighted. Trip Info Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Trip icon is highlighted in the EVIC (Toggle left or •...
  • Page 340: Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items

    338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button Gear Display until the Audio display icon is highlighted in the • Standard (PRND) Gear Indicator EVIC. Press and release the RIGHT arrow button •...
  • Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • Time • Average MPG • Range To Empty (RTE) • Current MPG • Average MPG • Trip A • Current MPG • Trip B • Trip A Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default Settings) •...
  • Page 342: Uconnect® Access Settings

    340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Range to Empty • Average MPG • Current MPG • Trip A • Trip B • Audio Information • Menu Title Uconnect® ACCESS SETTINGS Uconnect® Access 5.0 soft-keys and hard-keys The Uconnect® Access system uses a combination of soft and hard keys located on the center of the instrument 1 —...
  • Page 343: Hard-Keys

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 Hard-Keys Hard-Keys are located below the Uconnect® Access system in the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right side of the Climate Controls in the center of the instru- ment panel.
  • Page 344: Soft-Keys

    342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Soft-Keys next to the setting, showing that setting has been se- lected. Once the setting is complete either press the Back Soft-Keys are accessible on the Uconnect® Access display. Arrow soft-key or the Back hard-key to return to the Customer Programmable Features —...
  • Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 • Display Brightness With Headlights ON language soft-key until a check-mark appears next to the language, showing that setting has been selected. Touch When in this display, you may select the brightness with the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. the headlights on.
  • Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Touchscreen Beep Clock After pressing the Clock soft-key the following settings When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the will be available. sound heard when a touch screen button (soft-key) is pressed.
  • Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 • Set Time Minutes • Forward Collision Warning (FCW) — If Equipped When in this display, you may adjust the minutes. The The Front Collision Warning (FCW) feature can be can be Sync with GPS Time soft-key must be unchecked. To set to Far, or set to Near.
  • Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Active Braking — • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) — If Equipped If Equipped When this feature is selected, it sets the distance at which The FCW system includes Advanced Brake Assist (ABA). the steering wheel will provide feedback for potential lane When this feature is selected, it will apply the brakes to departures.
  • Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 • ParkSense® Active Park Assist — If Equipped Refer to “EVIC settings” or “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind information. the vehicle when the transmission shift lever is in RE- •...
  • Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Refer to “ParkSense® Rear Park Assist” in “Understand- When this mode is selected, the Blind Spot Monitor ing The Features Of Your Vehicle” for system function (BSM) system is activated and will only show a visual and operating information.
  • Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 • ParkView® Rear Backup Camera — If Equipped • Active ParkView® Rear Backup Camera Guide Lines — If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen When this feature is enabled, active (dynamic) grid lines image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever are overlaid on the Rear Backup Camera image to...
  • Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Rain Sensing Auto Wipers • Electric Park Brake Service Mode When this feature is selected, the system will automati- This feature provides a means for a technician or vehicle cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture owner to utilize a vehicle integrated, menu driven sys- on the windshield.
  • Page 353 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 • Headlight Illumination On Approach • Auto Dim High Beams “SmartBeam™” — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights are unlocked with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)trans- will deactivate automatically under certain conditions.
  • Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Flash Headlights With Lock On Exit soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the When this feature is selected, the headlights will flash back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote •...
  • Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 • 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks touching the handle more than once will only result in the driver’s door opening. If driver door first is selected, once When 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks is selected, only the the driver door is opened, the interior door lock/unlock driver’s door will unlock on the first press of the Remote switch can be used to unlock all doors (or use RKE...
  • Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Memory To FOB — If Equipped • Horn With Remote Start This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the the remote start is activated.
  • Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 Engine Off Options when exiting the vehicle. To change the Headlight Off Delay status touch the + or - soft-key to select your After pressing the Engine Off Options soft-key the fol- desired time interval. Touch the back arrow soft-key to lowing settings will be available.
  • Page 358 356 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 359 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 • Equalizer • Surround Sound — If Equipped When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and This feature provides simulated surround sound mode. Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – To make your selection, touch the Surround Sound setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale soft-key, select On or Off followed by pressing the arrow...
  • Page 360: Uconnect® Radios - If Equipped

    358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SiriusXM Setup Touch the Subscription Info soft-key to access the Sub- scription Information screen. After pressing the SIRIUS Setup soft-key the following settings will be available. Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To reactivate your service, either call the number listed on •...
  • Page 361: Ipod®/Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED Located in the front storage area, this feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port. iPod® control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod® and iPhone®...
  • Page 362: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped

    360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a EQUIPPED pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the rocker The remote sound system controls are located on the rear switch will increase the volume, and pressing the bottom surface of the steering wheel.
  • Page 363: Cd Player

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 The button located in the center of the left-hand control CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following grammed in the radio preset pushbutton. precautions: CD Player 1.
  • Page 364: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones

    362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular CLIMATE CONTROLS disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective coating The air conditioning and heating system is designed to removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, make you comfortable in all types of weather.
  • Page 365 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 Front Blower Control There are seven blower speeds. Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select. The blower speed increases as you move the control clockwise from the OFF position.
  • Page 366 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Temperature Control NOTE: A/C cannot be deselected when in MAX A/C position. The LED will blink three times if the A/C Use this control to regulate the tempera- button is pushed. If your air conditioning performance ture of the air inside the passenger com- seems lower than expected, check the front of the A/C partment.
  • Page 367 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 Panel Mode Mix Mode Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument Air is directed through the floor, defrost and side panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct window demist outlets. This setting works best in airflow.
  • Page 368 366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • In cold or damp weather, the use of the Recirculation Recirculation Control mode will cause windows to fog on the inside because Press this button to choose between outside air intake or of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. For maximum recirculation of the air inside the vehicle.
  • Page 369: Touch-Screen - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 Economy Mode Manual Climate Controls With Touch-Screen — If Equipped If ECONOMY mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn off the LED indicator and the A/C compressor. Hard-Keys Rotate the temperature control knob to the desired tem- The hard-keys located below the Uconnect®...
  • Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Soft-Keys Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. Uconnect® 8.4 Manual Temperature Controls — Soft-keys Uconnect® 5.0 Manual Temperature Controls — Soft-keys...
  • Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And 4. Front Defrost Button Soft-keys) Press and release to change the current airflow setting to 1. MAX A/C Button Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates when this fea- ture is ON. Performing this function will cause the ATC Press and release to change the current setting, the to switch into manual mode.
  • Page 372 370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Blower Control CAUTION! Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to forced through the climate system. There are seven the heating elements: blower speeds available. Adjusting the blower will cause •...
  • Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 7. Modes NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con- ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air warmer air from the floor outlets. comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, Floor Mode demist outlets and defrost outlets.
  • Page 374 372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Defrost Mode 10. Temperature Control Up Button (Uconnect® 8.4) Air comes from the windshield and side window Provides temperature control. Push the hard-key button demist outlets. Use Defrost mode with maximum for warmer temperature settings or on the touch-screen, temperature settings for best windshield and side win- press and slide the soft-key temperature bar towards the dow defrosting and defogging.
  • Page 375: Automatic Climate Controls With Touch-Screen - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 Automatic Climate Controls With Soft-Keys Touch-Screen — If Equipped Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. Hard-Keys The hard-keys located below the Uconnect® screen. Uconnect® 8.4 Automatic Temperature Controls — Soft-keys Uconnect® Automatic Climate Controls — Hard-keys...
  • Page 376 374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And 4. AUTO Operation Button Soft-keys) Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by 1. MAX A/C Button adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch between Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator manual mode and automatic modes.
  • Page 377 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 6. Rear Defrost Button CAUTION! (Continued) Press and release this button to turn on the rear window • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An window cleaners on the interior surface of the indicator will illuminate when the rear window defroster is window.
  • Page 378 376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 8. Passenger Temperature Control Down Button 10. Blower Control Provides the passenger with independent temperature Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air control. Push the hard-key button for cooler temperature forced through the climate system. There are seven settings or on the touch-screen, press and slide the blower speeds available.
  • Page 379 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 11. Modes NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con- ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air warmer air from the floor outlets. comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, Floor Mode demist outlets and defrost outlets.
  • Page 380: Climate Control Functions

    378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Climate Control OFF Button settings or on the touch-screen, press and slide the soft-key temperature bar towards the red arrow soft-key Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control for warmer temperature settings. ON/OFF.
  • Page 381 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 NOTE: In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position can be adjusted to desired user settings. Pressing other settings • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch to the select Defrost mode and increase blower speed.
  • Page 382: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)

    380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the windshield. On systems with Manual Climate Con- 3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is trols, the Recirculation mode is not allowed in Defrost not necessary to change the settings. You will experi- mode to improve window clearing operation.
  • Page 383: Operating Tips

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 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 control. must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by against engine overheating.
  • Page 384 382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) will automati- Vacation Storage cally adjust the climate control settings to reduce or Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service eliminate window fogging on the front windshield. (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air condi- When this occurs, recirculation will be unavailable.
  • Page 385 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
  • Page 387 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....390 Nine–Speed Automatic Transmission ..395 Normal Starting..... . .390 Gear Ranges .
  • Page 388 386 STARTING AND OPERATING Rear Electronic Locker (E-Locker) System – If ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB)..420 Equipped ......410 Auto Park Brake .
  • Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 Hill Descent Control (HDC) — Four-Wheel Drive Tire Identification Number (TIN)...456 Models With Two-Speed Transfer Case Only . .438 Tire Terminology And Definitions ..457 Select Speed Control (SSC) —...
  • Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING Life Of Tire ......472 Materials Added To Fuel ....492 Replacement Tires .
  • Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389 Trailer And Tongue Weight ....504 Recreational Towing — Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models ....513 Towing Requirements .
  • Page 392: Starting Procedures

    390 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. in a location accessible to children, and do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go WARNING! in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
  • Page 393: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 391 Turn the ignition switch to the START position and If Engine Fails To Start release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start WARNING! within 10 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal •...
  • Page 394: After Starting

    392 STARTING AND OPERATING With Tip Start After Starting If the engine fails to start after you have followed the The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- decrease as the engine warms up. dures, it may be flooded.
  • Page 395: Automatic Transmission

    STARTING AND OPERATING 393 WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, Remember to disconnect the engine block heater or DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed. cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt AC •...
  • Page 396 394 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or locked in PARK, securing the vehicle against un- in a location accessible to children), and do not wanted movement. •...
  • Page 397: Key Ignition Park Interlock

    STARTING AND OPERATING 395 Key Ignition Park Interlock Nine–Speed Automatic Transmission This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- Your vehicle is equipped with a state of the art, fuel lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK efficient nine-speed transmission.
  • Page 398 396 STARTING AND OPERATING Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears. The transmission shift lever has PARK, REVERSE, NEU- TRAL, DRIVE, and Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift positions.
  • Page 399: Gear Ranges

    STARTING AND OPERATING 397 Gear Ranges When parking on a level surface, you may shift the transmission into PARK first, and then apply the parking DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or brake. NEUTRAL into another gear range. When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before NOTE: shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on...
  • Page 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, move the shift lever out of PARK with the brake you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is pedal released.
  • Page 401 STARTING AND OPERATING 399 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to must cycle the ignition switch from the OFF posi- be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a tion to the ON/RUN position, and also press the number of reasons.
  • Page 402 400 STARTING AND OPERATING • With brake pedal and lock button on the shift lever WARNING! released, verify that the shift lever will not move out of PARK. Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe REVERSE practices that limit your response to changing traffic This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
  • Page 403 STARTING AND OPERATING 401 DRIVE modify the transmission shift schedule, reduce engine torque, and/or expand the range of torque converter This range should be used for most city and highway clutch engagement. This is done to prevent transmission driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- damage due to overheating.
  • Page 404 402 STARTING AND OPERATING SPORT In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the This mode alters the transmission’s automatic shift following steps: schedule for sportier driving. Upshift speeds are in- creased to make full use of available engine power.
  • Page 405 STARTING AND OPERATING 403 Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation To exit ERS mode, simply return the shift lever to the DRIVE position. The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the driver to limit the highest available gear. For example, if WARNING! you shift the transmission into 5 (fifth gear), the trans- mission will not shift above fifth gear, but will shift...
  • Page 406: All Wheel Drive And Four-Wheel Drive Operation

    404 STARTING AND OPERATING ALL WHEEL DRIVE AND FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION Single Range All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped This feature provides on-demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD). The system is automatic with no driver inputs or additional driving skills required. Under normal driving conditions, the front wheels provide most of the traction.
  • Page 407: Dual Range Four-Wheel Drive (4Wd) - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 405 Additionally, on dry pavement under heavy throttle Dual Range Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) — If Equipped input (where one may have no wheel spin), torque will be sent to the rear in a pre-emptive effort to improve vehicle launch and performance characteristics.
  • Page 408 406 STARTING AND OPERATING The Four-Wheel Drive is fully automatic in the normal Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends driving mode. The Selec-Terrain buttons provide three on tires of equal size, type, and circumference on each selectable mode positions: wheel.
  • Page 409: Shift Positions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 407 Shift Positions NOTE: Refer to “Selec-Terrain® – If Equipped” for fur- ther information on the various positions and their For additional information on the appropriate use of each intended usages. 4WD system mode position, see the information below: Shifting Procedures NEUTRAL Shifting Into 4WD LOW...
  • Page 410 408 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Out Of 4WD LOW With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h), the ignition switch in the ON position or the engine running, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL, and press the “4WD LOW”...
  • Page 411 STARTING AND OPERATING 409 • Shifting into or out of 4WD LOW is possible with the 6. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, vehicle completely stopped; however, difficulty may oc- press and hold the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL cur due to the mating clutch teeth not being properly (N) button (located above the selector switch) for aligned.
  • Page 412: Rear Electronic Locker (E-Locker) System - If Equipped

    410 STARTING AND OPERATING 7. After the shift is completed and the NEUTRAL light CAUTION! comes on, release the NEUTRAL (N) button. Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- 8. Start the engine. mission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case in 9.
  • Page 413 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 Activating the Rear E-Locker 2. The ignition switch in the ON position or the engine running. To activate the Rear E-Locker System, the following conditions must be met: 3. To disengage Rear E-Locker , press the REAR LOCK button once.
  • Page 414: Selec-Terrain

    412 STARTING AND OPERATING • Shifting into or out of Rear E-Locker is possible with SELEC-TERRAIN™ the vehicle completely stopped; however, difficulty Description may occur due to the mating clutch teeth not being Selec-Terrain™ combines the capabilities of the vehicle properly aligned.
  • Page 415 STARTING AND OPERATING 413 • Sand/Mud – Off road calibration for use on low Selec-Terrain™ consists of the following positions: traction surfaces such as mud, sand, or wet grass. • Auto – Fully automatic full time four-wheel drive Driveline is maximized for traction. Some binding may operation can be used on and off road.
  • Page 416: On-Road Driving Tips

    414 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfacto- Display Messages rily in off-road conditions. If at all possible, avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles of this When the appropriate conditions exist, a message will type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in appear in the EVIC display.
  • Page 417: Driving Through Water

    STARTING AND OPERATING 415 Driving Through Water caution and maintain a steady controlled speed less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in deep water to minimize wave effects. Although your vehicle is capable of driving through water, there are a number of precautions that must be Flowing Water considered before entering the water: If the water is swift flowing and rising (as in storm...
  • Page 418: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand

    416 STARTING AND OPERATING Maintenance Avoid abrupt downshifts on icy or slippery roads be- cause engine braking may cause skidding and loss of After driving through deep water, inspect your vehicle control. fluids and lubricants (engine, transmission, Power Trans- fer Unit and Rear Drive Module) to assure they have not Hill Climbing been contaminated.
  • Page 419: Traction Downhill

    STARTING AND OPERATING 417 Traction Downhill WARNING! Shift the transmission into a low gear and the 4WD If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot System to 4WD LOW range or Select Hill Descent make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, never Control if equipped (refer to Electronic Brake Control attempt to turn around.
  • Page 420: After Driving Off-Road

    418 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check for accumulations of plants or brush. These After Driving Off-Road things could be a fire hazard. They might hide damage Off-road operation puts more stress on your vehicle than to fuel lines, brake hoses, axle pinion seals, and does most on-road driving.
  • Page 421: Power Steering

    STARTING AND OPERATING 419 • If you experience unusual vibration after driving in WARNING! mud, slush or similar conditions, check the wheels for impacted material. Impacted material can cause a Continued operation with reduced assist could pose wheel imbalance and freeing the wheels of it will a safety risk to yourself and others.
  • Page 422: Electric Parking Brake (Epb)

    420 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked. Before leaving the • Even if the power steering assistance is no longer vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is applied. operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle.
  • Page 423 STARTING AND OPERATING 421 on the brake pedal while you apply the parking brake, you may notice a small amount of brake pedal move- ment. The park brake can be applied even when the ignition switch if OFF, however, it can only be released when the ignition switch is ON.
  • Page 424 422 STARTING AND OPERATING To release the park brake manually, the ignition switch WARNING! must be ON. Put your foot on the brake pedal, then push • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the the parking brake switch down momentarily. You may hear a slight whirring sound from the back of the car parking brake.
  • Page 425 STARTING AND OPERATING 423 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or If the Brake System Warning Light remains on with in a location accessible to children, and do not the parking brake released, a brake system malfunc- leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go tion is indicated.
  • Page 426: Auto Park Brake

    424 STARTING AND OPERATING To disengage the parking brake while the vehicle is in Auto Park Brake motion, release the switch. If the vehicle is brought to a The electric park brake can be programmed to be applied complete stop using the parking brake, when the vehicle automatically whenever the vehicle is at a standstill and the reaches approximately 3 mph, the parking brake will automatic transmission is placed in Park, or with a manual...
  • Page 427: Hold 'N Go

    STARTING AND OPERATING 425 Safehold can be temporarily bypassed by pressing the Enabling Hold ‘n Go™ Electric Park Brake Switch under conditions that would Hold ‘n Go™ is a driver selectable feature that can be normally engage Safehold. Once manually bypassed, enabled or disabled via the personalization settings in the Safehold will be enabled again once the vehicle reaches radio or instrument cluster.
  • Page 428: Brake Service Mode

    426 STARTING AND OPERATING • When the Electric Parking Brake is engaged the for up to three minutes. After three minutes, Hold ‘n Go™ will automatically engage the Electric Parking “BRAKE” icon will illuminate in the instrument clus- Brake. Once the Electric Parking Brake is engaged Hold ter, a single chime will sound, and the “HOLD”...
  • Page 429: Anti-Lock Brake System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 427 Service Mode has requirements that must be met in order WARNING! to be activated: You can be badly injured working on or around a • The vehicle must be at a standstill. motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which •...
  • Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and WARNING! type, and tires must be properly inflated, to produce • Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish accurate signals for the computer. their effectiveness and may lead to a collision. WARNING! Pumping makes the stopping distance longer.
  • Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 • Engines may idle at higher speeds during warm-up, CAUTION! which could cause rear wheels to spin and result in loss of vehicle control. Be especially careful while The ABS is subject to possible detrimental effects of driving on slippery roads, in close-quarter maneuver- electronic interference caused by improperly in- ing, parking, or stopping.
  • Page 432: Electronic Brake Control System

    430 STARTING AND OPERATING ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions. The system controls brake control system commonly referred to as ESC. This hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up to help system includes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Traction avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking.
  • Page 433: Traction Control System (Tcs)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 431 Traction Control System (TCS) Brake Assist System (BAS) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake capability during emergency braking maneuvers.
  • Page 434: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)

    432 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) WARNING! This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, speed of the vehicle.
  • Page 435: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 433 time expires, the system will release brake pressure and WARNING! the vehicle will roll down the hill as normal. The system will release brake pressure in proportion to amount of Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- throttle applied.
  • Page 436 434 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing With HSA WARNING! HSA will provide assistance during acceleration on an There may be situations where the Hill Start Assist incline while towing a trailer. (HSA) will not activate and slight rolling may occur, such as on minor hills (i.e., less than 7%), or with a WARNING! loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer.
  • Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the WARNING! (Continued) following steps: • Failure to follow these warnings can result in a NOTE: You must complete Steps 1 through 8 within collision or serious personal injury. 90 seconds.
  • Page 438: Hold 'N Go

    436 STARTING AND OPERATING • Active ; Hold ‘n Go™is enabled and actively holding 7. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then an additional one-half turn to the right. the vehicle at standstill. 8. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and then Enabling Hold ‘n Go™...
  • Page 439 STARTING AND OPERATING 437 Once at a standstill Hold ‘n Go™ will engage by auto- Indication to the driver matically holding brake pressure when the driver re- • When Hold ‘n Go™ activates, a “HOLD” message will leases the brake pedal. The brake pressure will be held illuminate in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 440: Hill Descent Control (Hdc) - Four-Wheel Drive Models With Two-Speed Transfer Case Only

    438 STARTING AND OPERATING Hill Descent Control (HDC) — Four-Wheel Drive HDC has three states: Models With Two-Speed Transfer Case Only 1. Off (feature is not enabled and will not activate) 2. Enabled (feature is enabled and ready but activation conditions are not met, or driver is actively overriding with brake or throttle application) 3.
  • Page 441 STARTING AND OPERATING 439 • 4th = 2.5 mph (4 km/h) Activating HDC • 5th = 3.1 mph (5 km/h) Once HDC is enabled it will activate automatically if driven down a grade of sufficient magnitude (greater • 6th = 3.7 mph (6 km/h) than approximately 8%).
  • Page 442 440 STARTING AND OPERATING • Driver door opens. Deactivating HDC • The vehicle is driven greater than 20 mph for greater HDC will be deactivated but remain available if any of the following conditions occur: than 70 seconds. • Driver overrides HDC set speed with throttle or brake •...
  • Page 443: Select Speed Control (Ssc) - Four-Wheel Drive Models With Two-Speed Transfer Case And E-Locker Only

    STARTING AND OPERATING 441 • The cluster icon and switch lamp will flash for several Select Speed Control (SSC) — Four-Wheel Drive seconds then extinguish when HDC deactivates due to Models With Two-Speed Transfer Case and excess speed. E-Locker Only •...
  • Page 444 442 STARTING AND OPERATING Enabling SSC The set speed for SSC is selectable by the driver, and can be adjusted by using the gear shift lever. Additionally, the SSC is enabled by pressing the SSC switch, but the SSC set speed is automatically reduced when climbing a following conditions must also be met to enable SSC: grade and the level of set speed reduction depends on the •...
  • Page 445 STARTING AND OPERATING 443 • 9th = 5.6 mph (9 km/h) • SSC performance is influenced by the Terrain Select mode. This difference may be notable to the driver and • REVERSE = .6 mph (1 km/h) may be perceived as a varying level of aggressiveness. •...
  • Page 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING Disabling SSC Feedback to the driver: SSC will deactivate and be disabled if any of the follow- The instrument cluster has an SSC icon and the SSC ing conditions occur: switch has an LED which offer feedback to the driver about the state SSC is in.
  • Page 447: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 445 the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appro- WARNING! priate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. SSC is only intended to assist the driver in control- ling vehicle speed when driving in off road condi- •...
  • Page 448 446 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Operating Modes WARNING! Depending upon model and mode of operation, the ESC The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- system has up to three operating modes: “ESC On” vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the “Partial Off,”...
  • Page 449 STARTING AND OPERATING 447 Partial Off – Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles And Four- “Partial Off” mode by momentarily pressing the “ESC Wheel Drive Vehicles In 2WD And 4WD High Range Off” button. Once the situation requiring “Partial Off” mode is overcome, turn ESC back on by momentarily The “Partial Off”...
  • Page 450 448 STARTING AND OPERATING Full Off – Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles In 4WD High switches to “Partial Off” mode, described above. When And 4WD Low Range the vehicle speed returns to less than 35 mph (56 km/h), the ESC system will return to “Full Off” mode. The “ESC The “Full Off”...
  • Page 451: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light

    STARTING AND OPERATING 449 malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this WARNING! light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at With the ESC switched off, the enhanced vehicle speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- stability offered by ESC is unavailable.
  • Page 452: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc) - If Equipped

    450 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Trailer Sway Control (TSC) – If Equipped • The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” The TSC system uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an excessively swaying trailer and will take the appropriate and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momen- actions to attempt to stop the sway.
  • Page 453: Ready Alert Braking (Rab) - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 451 NOTE: TSC cannot stop all trailers from swaying. Rain Brake Support (RBS) – If Equipped Rain Brake Support may improve braking performance WARNING! in wet conditions. It will periodically apply a small amount of brake pressure to remove any water buildup If the TSC activates while driving, slow the vehicle on the front brake rotors.
  • Page 454: Tire Safety Information

    452 STARTING AND OPERATING optimal steering behavior in order to reach/maintain TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION vehicle stability. The only notification the driver receives Tire Markings that the feature is active is the torque applied to the steering wheel. NOTE: The DST feature is only meant to help the driver realize the correct course of action through small torques on the steering wheel, which means the effectiveness of the DST feature is highly dependent on the drivers...
  • Page 455 STARTING AND OPERATING 453 • LT (Light Truck) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. NOTE: design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the design standards.
  • Page 456 454 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
  • Page 457 STARTING AND OPERATING 455 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 458: Starting And Operating

    456 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 459: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 457 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) — 01 means the year 2001 — Prior to July 2000, tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured.
  • Page 460: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    458 STARTING AND OPERATING Term Definition Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as Pressure shown on the tire placard. Tire Placard A paper label permanently attached to the vehicle describing the vehi- cle’s loading capacity, the original equipment tire sizes and the recom- mended cold tire inflation pressures.
  • Page 461 STARTING AND OPERATING 459 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 462 460 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 463 STARTING AND OPERATING 461 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 464 462 STARTING AND OPERATING...
  • Page 465: Tires - General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 463 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 466: Tire Inflation Pressures

    464 STARTING AND OPERATING stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Unequal tire pressures from side to side may cause erratic to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the and unpredictable steering response.
  • Page 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 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 468: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation

    466 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and 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 469: Tire Types

    STARTING AND OPERATING 467 Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and Summer Or Three Season Tires – If Equipped additional information. Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- on ice.
  • Page 470: Run Flat Tires

    468 STARTING AND OPERATING Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what Run Flat tire reaches the run flat mode it has limited was originally equipped with your vehicle and should driving capabilities and needs to be replaced immedi- not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph ately.
  • Page 471 STARTING AND OPERATING 469 Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And T, S = Temporary Spare Tire Wheel – If Equipped Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip- Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled wheel equivalent in look and function to the original on your vehicle at the first opportunity.
  • Page 472 470 STARTING AND OPERATING Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) The limited-use spare tire is for temporary emergency replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, which use only. This tire is identified by a label located on the apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result in limited-use spare wheel.
  • Page 473: Tire Spinning

    STARTING AND OPERATING 471 Tire Spinning WARNING! When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- handling.
  • Page 474: Tread Wear Indicators

    472 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 475: Replacement Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 473 “Tread Wear Indicators”. Refer to the Tire and Loading WARNING! Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original years, regardless of the remaining tread.
  • Page 476 474 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than capacity, other than what was originally equipped that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations on your vehicle.
  • Page 477: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 475 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) 4x4 All Wheel Drive (AWD) Non-Trailhawk Models without a Two-Speed Power Takeoff Unit Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body clear- • Original equipment 225/65R17 and 225/60R18 tire ance. Follow these recommendations to guard against damage.
  • Page 478 476 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! • Damage to 4x2 Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the following precautions: may result if tire chains or traction devices are used • Because of restricted traction device clearance be- with original equipment size tires.
  • Page 479: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    STARTING AND OPERATING 477 Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper mainte- CAUTION! (Continued) nance intervals. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- should be corrected prior to rotation being performed. tions on the method of installation, operating The suggested rotation method is the “forward-cross”...
  • Page 480: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)

    478 STARTING AND OPERATING three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a three CAUTION! hour period. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles de- tire sidewall.
  • Page 481 STARTING AND OPERATING 479 cold placard pressure in order for the “Tire Pressure the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn off only after the tires are inflated to the vehicle’s recommended Monitoring Telltale Light” to turn off. The system will cold placard pressure value.
  • Page 482 480 STARTING AND OPERATING • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes CAUTION! (Continued) the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. • After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stopping ability.
  • Page 483: Base System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 481 Base System Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to illuminate in the instrument cluster, a “LOW TIRE monitor tire pressure levels.
  • Page 484 482 STARTING AND OPERATING Service TPMS Warning 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. When a system fault is detected, the “Tire Pressure Moni- 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPMS sensors. toring Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 seconds Vehicles With Full-Size Spare and then remain on solid.
  • Page 485 STARTING AND OPERATING 483 Vehicles With Compact Spare 4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime will sound and the “TPMS Telltale Light” will flash on and 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. monitoring sensor.
  • Page 486: Premium System - If Equipped

    484 STARTING AND OPERATING Premium System – If Equipped The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if equipped) has a tire pressure monitoring sensor. The full The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless size spare can be used in place of any of the four road technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to tires.
  • Page 487 STARTING AND OPERATING 485 five seconds, an Inflate to XX message and a graphic Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible showing the pressure values of each tire with the low tire and inflate the tires with low pressure (those in a pressure values in a different color.
  • Page 488 486 STARTING AND OPERATING SERVICE TPMS Warning When a system fault is detected, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. The system fault will also sound a chime. In addition, the EVIC will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for three seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value to indicate which sensor is not being...
  • Page 489 STARTING AND OPERATING 487 Light” will no longer flash, and the “SERVICE TPM Vehicles With Full-Size Spare SYSTEM message will no longer display, and a pressure 1. The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly value will display in place of the dashes. A system fault has a tire pressure monitoring sensor that can be can occur due to any of the following: monitored by the TPMS.
  • Page 490 488 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The EVIC will display a graphic showing the tire pressure 3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above value in the same color as the other pressure values in 15.5 mph (25 km/h), the “TPMS Telltale Light” will place of the different color low tire pressure value.
  • Page 491: General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 489 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and FUEL REQUIREMENTS reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, 2.4L Engine the TPMS will update automatically. In addition, the All engines are designed to meet all emis- “TPMS Telltale Light”...
  • Page 492: Reformulated Gasoline

    490 STARTING AND OPERATING Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties necessary Reformulated Gasoline to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, and dura- Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner bility for your vehicle. The manufacturer recommends burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” the use of gasoline that Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe- cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im-...
  • Page 493: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles

    STARTING AND OPERATING 491 If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 CAUTION! fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or gaso- • operate in a lean mode line containing more than 10% Ethanol. Use of these •...
  • Page 494: Mmt In Gasoline

    492 STARTING AND OPERATING MMT In Gasoline Materials Added To Fuel MMT (Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl) All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is effective detergent additives. Use of additional detergents blended into some gasoline to increase octane.
  • Page 495: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    STARTING AND OPERATING 493 Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition WARNING! malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune monoxide poisoning:...
  • Page 496: Adding Fuel

    494 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. ADDING FUEL The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door, on the passenger side of the vehicle.
  • Page 497 STARTING AND OPERATING 495 NOTE: CAUTION! • In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel • Damage to the fuel system or emission control door from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on the system could result from using an improper fuel fuel door to break the ice buildup and re-release the cap (gas cap).
  • Page 498: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release

    496 STARTING AND OPERATING Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release WARNING! If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the filler door emergency release. vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is 1.
  • Page 499: Vehicle Loading

    STARTING AND OPERATING 497 Tighten the fuel filler cap until a “clicking” sound is heard. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) This is an indication that the fuel filler cap is properly The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle tightened.
  • Page 500 498 STARTING AND OPERATING Each axle GAWR is determined by the components in the Curb Weight system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight springs, tires or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full components sometimes specified by purchasers for in- capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo...
  • Page 501: Trailer Towing

    STARTING AND OPERATING 499 front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is TRAILER TOWING within the specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shifted In this section you will find safety tips and information from front to rear or rear to front as appropriate until the on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do specified weight limitations are met.
  • Page 502 500 STARTING AND OPERATING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle WARNING! (Continued) Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for vehicle. If you use a standard weight- carrying hitch, further information. you could lose control of your vehicle and cause a Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) collision.
  • Page 503 STARTING AND OPERATING 501 Frontal Area WARNING! The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the It is important that you do not exceed the maximum maximum width of the front of a trailer. front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition Trailer Sway Control –...
  • Page 504 502 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Carrying Hitch tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, it pro- A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue vides for a more level ride, offering more consistent weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing some other connecting point of the vehicle.
  • Page 505: Trailer Hitch Classification

    STARTING AND OPERATING 503 Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions WARNING! Class Max. Trailer Hitch • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch Industry Standards system may reduce handling, stability, braking Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) performance, and could result in a collision. Class II - Medium Duty 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) •...
  • Page 506: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    504 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/ Maximum GTW Maximum Tongue Model Frontal Area Transmission (Gross Trailer Wt.) Wt. (See Note) 2.4L/Automatic 4x2 or 4x4 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m)
  • Page 507 STARTING AND OPERATING 505 which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer. Consider the following items when computing the Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: many trailer collisions.
  • Page 508: Towing Requirements

    506 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements WARNING! To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these train components, the following guidelines are recom- guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as mended: possible: •...
  • Page 509 STARTING AND OPERATING 507 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your • Total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to vehicle and the trailer such that the following four the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
  • Page 510 508 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Tires replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact GVWR and GAWR limits. spare tire. Towing Requirements –...
  • Page 511 STARTING AND OPERATING 509 Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights And Wiring CAUTION! Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for loaded, it should have its own brakes and they motoring safety.
  • Page 512 510 STARTING AND OPERATING The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer to the following illustrations. Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Backup Lamps 6 —...
  • Page 513: Towing Tips

    STARTING AND OPERATING 511 Towing Tips Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing the trailer in an area located away from •...
  • Page 514: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    512 STARTING AND OPERATING Highway Driving Air Conditioning Reduce speed. Turn off temporarily. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Wheel OFF the Front-Wheel Drive Four-Wheel Drive All-Wheel Drive Towing Condition Ground Models Models Models Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED See Instructions:...
  • Page 515: Recreational Towing - Front-Wheel Drive (Fwd) Models

    STARTING AND OPERATING 513 Recreational Towing — Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) CAUTION! Models Towing with the front wheels on the ground will DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain cause severe transmission damage. Damage from will result. improper towing is not covered under the New Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is Vehicle Limited Warranty.
  • Page 516: Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models

    514 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! • DO NOT dolly tow any 4WD vehicle. Internal Towing this vehicle with any of its wheels on the ground can cause severe transmission and/or transfer damage to the transmission or transfer case will case damage.
  • Page 517 STARTING AND OPERATING 515 Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for CAUTION! (Continued) recreational towing. • Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be CAUTION! damaged. It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N) the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL (N) before recreational towing to prevent damage to internal...
  • Page 518 516 STARTING AND OPERATING 6. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, press and hold the 7. After the shift is completed and the NEUTRAL (N) recessed transfer case NEUTRAL (N) button (located by light comes on, release the NEUTRAL (N) button. the selector switch) for four seconds.
  • Page 519 STARTING AND OPERATING 517 If any of these requirements are not met prior to CAUTION! pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button or are no longer met during the shift, then the NEUTRAL (N) indicator Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- light will flash continuously until all requirements are mission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case in met or until the NEUTRAL (N) button is released.
  • Page 520 518 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it con- nected to the tow vehicle. 2. Apply the parking brake. 3.
  • Page 521 STARTING AND OPERATING 519 NOTE: When shifting out of transfer case NEUTRAL NOTE: (N), turning the engine OFF may be required to avoid • Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met gear clash. prior to pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must 9.
  • Page 523: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...522 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES... .535 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ... .522 Preparations For Jump-Start .
  • Page 524: Hazard Warning Flashers

    522 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the switch bank below the radio screen. potential for overheating your engine by taking the appropriate action.
  • Page 525: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 523 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING an impending overheat condition: WARNING! • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C system adds heat to the engine cooling system and •...
  • Page 526: Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage

    524 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
  • Page 527 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 525 Jack and Spare Tire Fastener Jack and Tool Assembly 4. Remove the chocks. NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack with two attachment points. When the jack is partially 5. Remove the scissors jack and wheel bolt wrench from expanded, the tension between the two attachment the spare wheel as an assembly.
  • Page 528: Preparations For Jacking

    526 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off hicle.
  • Page 529: Jacking Instructions

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 527 Jacking Instructions WARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle.
  • Page 530 528 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on jack. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
  • Page 531 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 529 4. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange, centering the jack saddle between the locating notches on the sill flange.
  • Page 532 530 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the wheel bolts and tire. 7.
  • Page 533 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 531 NOTE: • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. • Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” and to “Limited-Use Spare” under “Tires—General Information” in “Starting and Operating”...
  • Page 534 532 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 10. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern until each wheel bolt has been tightened twice.
  • Page 535: Road Tire Installation

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 533 3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the WARNING! valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand, snapping the cover over the two wheel bolts. Do not A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or use a hammer or excessive force to install the cover.
  • Page 536 534 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the WARNING! wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern until To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, each wheel bolt has been tightened twice.
  • Page 537: Jump-Starting Procedures

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 535 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the wheel bolt torque CAUTION! with a torque wrench to ensure that all wheel bolts are properly seated against the wheel. Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,...
  • Page 538: Jump-Starting Procedure

    536 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
  • Page 539 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 537 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 540: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    538 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 541 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 539 NOTE: Press the ESC Off switch (if necessary), to place WARNING! the Electronic 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 542: Shift Lever Override

    540 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE 6. Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool down into the MOR access hole at the front of the shift lever If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be assembly, and push and hold the override release lever moved out of the PARK position, you can use the down.
  • Page 543 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 541 Towing Wheels 2WD Models AWD Models 4WD Models Condition OFF the Ground Flat Tow NONE If transmission is IF transmission and See instructions under operable: transfer case are operable: “Recreational Towing” in • Transmission in •...
  • Page 544 542 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent If the vehicle’s battery is discharged or the vehicles key damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other fob is unavailable , refer to “Shift Lever Override” in this equipment designed for the purpose, following equip- section for instructions on shifting the transmission out of ment manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 545: Two-Wheel Drive Models

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 543 Two-Wheel Drive Models If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with 30 miles (48 km), tow with the rear wheels OFF the all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
  • Page 546: All-Wheel Drive Models

    544 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES All-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels • Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal OFF the ground. damage to the transmission or transfer case will If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transfer occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when transmission is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed towing.
  • Page 547 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L ..547 Engine Oil Filter ..... .556 ENGINE COMPARTMENT —...
  • Page 548 546 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Brake System ......571 Front Turn Signal And Front Side Marker Lamp ......593 Automatic Transmission .
  • Page 549: Engine Compartment - 2.4L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 547 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 5 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 2 — Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 6 — Battery 3 — Oil Fill Cap 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 —...
  • Page 550: Engine Compartment - 3.2L

    548 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.2L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Filter Access Cover 6 — Battery 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 8 —...
  • Page 551: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 549 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and drivability.
  • Page 552: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    550 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Tighten the gas cap until a clicking sound is heard. This is Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off.
  • Page 553: Replacement Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 551 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II happen: system to update. A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready. •...
  • Page 554: Dealer Service

    552 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
  • Page 555: Engine Oil

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 553 Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will CAUTION! (Continued) improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Always • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that maintain the oil level within the SAFE zone on the dipstick. protect the performance and durability of your vehicle Adding 1 quart (0.9 L) of oil when the reading is at the and also allow extended maintenance intervals.
  • Page 556 554 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Selection CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection under all Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
  • Page 557 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 555 Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) – 3.2L Engine Materials Added To Engine Oil SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating The manufacturer strongly recommends against the addi- temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature tion of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to the starting and vehicle fuel economy.
  • Page 558: Engine Oil Filter

    556 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper at every engine oil change. maintenance intervals. NOTE: For best access to the oil filter, a drive on hoist NOTE: Be sure to follow the “dusty or off-road condi- should be used instead of a chassis hoist.
  • Page 559: Maintenance-Free Battery

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 557 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection WARNING! (Continued) The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme- considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to diately with large amounts of water. Refer to assure most efficient service.
  • Page 560: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    558 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 561 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 559 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling – R134a – If WARNING! Equipped • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental tioning system.
  • Page 562: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped

    560 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE However, the manufacturer recommends that air condi- Body Lubrication tioning service be performed by authorized dealer or Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as other service facilities using recovery and recycling seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, equipment.
  • Page 563: Windshield Wiper Blades

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 561 Windshield Wiper Blades Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the 1. Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm upward, this windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a will allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off of the mild nonabrasive cleaner.
  • Page 564 562 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The rear wiper arm cannot be raised fully up- ward unless the pivot cap is raised first. 2. Lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the liftgate glass. 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder.
  • Page 565: Adding Washer Fluid

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 563 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or the wiper blade until it snaps into place.
  • Page 566 564 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system; WARNING! (Continued) or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle; “Safety Tips/Exhaust Gas” in “Things To Know Be- or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged; fore Starting Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 567 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 565 NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control CAUTION! (Continued) systems can result in civil penalties being assessed • Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your against you. vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning In the event of engine malfunction, particularly engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe...
  • Page 568: Cooling System

    566 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) by an testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough authorized dealer.
  • Page 569 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 567 Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill CAUTION! (Continued) If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains damage and may decrease corrosion protection. visible sediment, clean and flush with OAT coolant Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine cool- (antifreeze) that meets the requirements of Chrysler ant is different and should not be mixed with Material Standard MS-12106.
  • Page 570 568 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Please review these recommendations for using Organic CAUTION! (Continued) Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) • This vehicle has not been designed for use with that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan- propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze). dard MS-12106.
  • Page 571 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 569 Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- WARNING! tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
  • Page 572: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    570 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool- a regulated substance requiring proper disposal.
  • Page 573: Brake System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 571 • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. •...
  • Page 574 572 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE should be checked when pads are replaced. However, WARNING! low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
  • Page 575: Automatic Transmission

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 573 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
  • Page 576 574 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter nents.
  • Page 577: Front/Rear Axle Fluid

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 575 Front/Rear Axle Fluid CAUTION! For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not • If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your au- required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons the thorized dealer immediately. Severe transmission exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be inspected.
  • Page 578: Sky Sliderâ„¢ Top Care

    576 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricant Selection top and tracks. Periodically wipe dust and dirt from the top and inside of the tracks by hand with an alcohol Use only manufacturer’s recommended lubricant. Refer dampened cloth. to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintain- ing Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 579 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 577 • Multiple cleanings may be necessary to remove stub- If Hand Washing: born stains. If stains persist, contact your local autho- • Wash in partial shade instead of direct sun. rized dealership for further suggestions. • Wet the entire vehicle before washing the top. CAUTION! •...
  • Page 580: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    578 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rinse the area with warm water. If the stain is still Weather Strip Care apparent, repeat the cleaning procedure. When the stain is Lubricate the weather strips periodically with MOPAR® no longer showing, rinse the complete top with warm Weather Strip Lubricant or equivalent, to keep them soft water.
  • Page 581 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 579 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 582 580 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar CAUTION! cause that destroys the paint and protective coating, • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible. The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of such as steel wool or scouring powder that will the owner.
  • Page 583 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 581 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 manner: chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
  • Page 584 582 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Care Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt Instrument Panel Cover can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface, and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
  • Page 585 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 583 Cleaning Headlights caution when cleaning the inside rear window equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter window Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use scrapers or lights (if equipped) that are lighter and less susceptible to other sharp instrument that may scratch the elements.
  • Page 586: Fuses

    584 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water.
  • Page 587 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 585 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — — Battery Feed (B+) — 20 Amp Brake Vacuum Yellow Pump - If Equipped — Alternator — 10 Amp Engine Control Module (ECM) —...
  • Page 588 586 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 40 Amp — Starter — 10 Amp Engine Control Module Green (ECM)/Electric Power — 10 Amp A/C Clutch Steering/Coil-Relay K21 (Fuel Pump) 30 Amp —...
  • Page 589 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 587 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp — Trailer Tow Park 25 Amp — Sunroof Control Blue Light - If Equipped Natural Module - Single Panel Sunroof/Skyslider - If 60 Amp —...
  • Page 590 588 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 10 Amp Rear Camera/ — 10 Amp Power Mirror Switch/ Blindspot Monitoring Driver Window — 15 Amp Ignition Node Module Switch/Heated Mir- rors - If Equipped Blue (IGNM)/KIN/RF...
  • Page 591 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 589 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 10 Amp In Car Temperature 30 Amp — Rear Defog Sensor/Humidity Green Sensor/Driver Assist 20 Amp — Engine Control System Module Blue Module (ECM) (DASM)/Park Assist...
  • Page 592 590 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 10 Amp Integrated Center — 15 Amp Seat belt reminder Stack (ICS)/HVAC/ Blue (SBR)/Smart Camera - Aux Switch Bank If Equipped Module (ASBM)/ —...
  • Page 593: Replacement Bulbs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 591 REPLACEMENT BULBS Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse Interior Bulbs Fuse — 10 Amp Occupant Restraint Bulb Number Controller (ORC) Cargo Lamp TL212–2 — 10 Amp Occupant Restraint Overhead Console Lamp PLW214–2A Controller (ORC) Reading Lamp WL212–2 25 Amp —...
  • Page 594: Bulb Replacement

    592 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Low Beam And High Beam Headlamps Bulb Number Front Turn Signal Lamps 7440NA Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlamps — If Equipped Front Side Marker Lamps Front Fog Lamps The headlamps contain a type of high voltage discharge light source.
  • Page 595: Front Turn Signal And Front Side Marker Lamp

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 593 Bi-Halogen Headlamps 6. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the headlamp housing and rotate clockwise to lock it in 1. Unlock upper access door in wheel liner. place. 2. Reach behind the headlamp housing to access the 7.
  • Page 596: Front Fog Lamp

    594 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Install the bulb and socket assembly into the housing, CAUTION! and rotate the socket clockwise to lock it in place. Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil 5. Re-install air cleaner filter housing, if removed. contamination will severely shorten bulb life.
  • Page 597: Bodyside Mounted Back-Up Lamp

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 595 Bodyside Mounted Back-up Lamp Liftgate Mounted Back-up Lamp 1. Open the liftgate. 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove the screws that fasten the tail lamp housing to 2. Use a fiber stick or flat blade screw driver to pry the the vehicle.
  • Page 598: License Plate Lamp

    596 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 8. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket. License Plate Lamp 9. Connect the electrical connector. 1. Using a small screwdriver, press inward the locking tab on the side of the lamp assembly and pull down on 10.
  • Page 599: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 597 U.S. Metric 3.2 Liter Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Quarts 9.5 Liters 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR®...
  • Page 600 598 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Oil – 3.2L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use a MOPAR®...
  • Page 601: Chassis

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 599 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission We recommend you only use MOPAR® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid, Shell L12108 Transmission Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
  • Page 603: Maintenance Schedules

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .602 Maintenance Chart.....604...
  • Page 604 602 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis- Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicator system. The oil change indicator system will indicating that an oil change is necessary.
  • Page 605 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 603 Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil • Check engine oil level Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter • Check windshield washer fluid level • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu- •...
  • Page 606 604 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, boot seals. tie rod ends, and replace if necessary.
  • Page 607 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 605 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Replace spark plugs – 2.4L Engine ** Replace spark plugs – 3.2L Engine ** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
  • Page 608 606 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
  • Page 609 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or FOR YOUR VEHICLE ....609 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) ... . .611 Prepare For The Appointment.
  • Page 610 608 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Traction Grades ..... . .616 UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ..615 Temperature Grades.
  • Page 611: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 609 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 612: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center

    610 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer. Any communication to the manufacturer’s customer cen- We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an ter should include the following information: authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and •...
  • Page 613: Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 611 Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) P.O. Box 1621 To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- Phone: (800) 465–2001 English / (800) 387–9983 French cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center.
  • Page 614: Service Contract

    612 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Service Contract The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle is not responsible for any service contract other than the to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected manufacturer’s service contract.
  • Page 615: Warranty Information

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 613 MOPAR® PARTS WARNING! MOPAR® fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle known to the State of California to cause cancer and operating at its best.
  • Page 616: In Canada

    614 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS individual problems between you, your authorized To order the following manuals, you may use either the dealer, and the manufacturer. website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–...
  • Page 617: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 615 Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Call toll free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and features.
  • Page 618: Traction Grades

    616 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Treadwear Traction Grades The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on conditions on a specified government test course.
  • Page 619: Temperature Grades

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 617 Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The temperature grade for this tire is established for representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory...
  • Page 621 INDEX...
  • Page 622 620 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ....427 Air Pressure, Tires......464 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) .
  • Page 623 INDEX 621 Automatic Transaxle ..... . .393 B-Pillar Location ......458 Automatic Transmission .
  • Page 624 622 INDEX Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ....569 Cleaning Carbon Monoxide Warning ....115 Wheels .
  • Page 625 INDEX 623 Points to Remember .....570 Disabled Vehicle Towing ....540 Pressure Cap .
  • Page 626 624 INDEX Emergency, In Case of Oil ........553 Hazard Warning Flasher .
  • Page 627 INDEX 625 Fabric Care......582 Fog Lights ......154 Filters Fog Light Service .
  • Page 628 626 INDEX Specifications ......597 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating....499 Tank Capacity .
  • Page 629 INDEX 627 Heated Seats......136 Infant Restraint ......90 Heater .
  • Page 630 628 INDEX Keyless Entry System ..... . .22 Lights ....... . .118 Key, Programming .
  • Page 631 INDEX 629 High Beam ......156 Side Marker ......593 High Beam Indicator .
  • Page 632 630 INDEX Maintenance Free Battery....557 Monitor, Tire Pressure System ....478 Maintenance Procedures .
  • Page 633 INDEX 631 Filter Disposal ......555 Passing Light ......156 Identification Logo .
  • Page 634 632 INDEX Radial Ply Tires ......466 Reminder, Lights On ..... . .154 Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .
  • Page 635 INDEX 633 Roof Type Carrier ......291 Pretensioners ......63 Rotation, Tires .
  • Page 636 634 INDEX Service Assistance ......609 Speed Control (Cruise Control)....169 Service Contract .
  • Page 637 INDEX 635 Sun Roof (Sky Slider Power) ....270 Tires ........118 Sun Visor Extension .
  • Page 638 636 INDEX Sizes ....... .454 Trailer and Tongue Weight ....504 Snow Tires .
  • Page 639 INDEX 637 Tread Wear Indicators ..... .472 Warnings and Cautions..... . .7 Turn Signals .
  • Page 640 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into The antenna cable should be as short as practical this vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity and routed away from the vehicle wiring when pos- to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios sible.
  • Page 641 Chrysler Group LLC 14KL74-126-AA First Edition Printed in U.S.A.

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