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  • Page 1 Compass 2 0 1 2 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 fea- Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the tures and equipment that are either standard or optional on name Chrysler Canada Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
  • Page 5 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 Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.

  • Page 7: How To Use This Manual

    INTRODUCTION 5 control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or in a collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by injury.
  • Page 8 6 INTRODUCTION...

  • Page 9: Warnings And Cautions

    INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.

  • Page 10: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

    8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
  • Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..18 Ignition Key Removal .
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Illuminated Approach — If Equipped ..21 Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors ......33 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate .
  • Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 67 If Equipped ......53 Event Data Recorder (EDR) .

  • Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has 1. Place the shift lever in PARK (if equipped with an the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These automatic transmission).
  • Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place the shift lever in PARK, the key may become trapped tem- porarily in the ignition switch cylinder. If this occurs, place the shift lever in PARK, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described.

  • Page 16: Locking Doors With A Key

    14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or remove the key from the ignition and lock all the others could be seriously or fatally injured.

  • Page 17: Sentry Key

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 SENTRY KEY seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor- bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine.

  • Page 18: Replacement Keys

    16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have dealer or by following the customer key programming been programmed to the vehicle electronics. procedure. This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one Replacement Keys that has never been programmed.

  • Page 19: General Information

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch. Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within do not have a programmed Sentry Key , contact your 15 seconds.

  • Page 20: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference that may be To Arm The System received, including interference that may cause unde- 1. Remove the key from the ignition switch and get out sired operation.

  • Page 21: Rearming The System

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Rearming The System doors. Check the vehicle for tampering. The Vehicle If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle; disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the however, you can create conditions where the Vehicle horn after three minutes, turn off all of the visual signals Security Alarm will arm unexpectedly.

  • Page 22: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) - If Equipped

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and with metal objects. liftgate or activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held Remote Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE...

  • Page 23: Illuminated Approach - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the Security Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. following steps: Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Alarm. 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than Illuminated Approach —...

  • Page 24: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the To Lock The Doors And Liftgate Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- following steps: ter to lock all doors and liftgate. The turn signal lights 1.

  • Page 25: Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock/Unlock

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle following steps: Security Alarm.

  • Page 26: Using The Panic Alarm

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Alarm activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the Programming Additional Transmitters UNLOCK button to deactivate the Vehicle Security Refer to Sentry Key “Customer Key Programming.” Alarm. If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter, Using The Panic Alarm contact your authorized dealer for details.

  • Page 27: Transmitter Battery Replacement

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions: 1. Weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected life of a battery is five years. 2.

  • Page 28: Remote Starting System - If Equipped

    26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two How To Use Remote Start halves together. All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: NOTE: If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw, •...
  • Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar WARNING! • Remote Start Aborted — L/Gate Ajar • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low confined area.
  • Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For security, power window and power sunroof op- • The hood is opened eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is • The hazard switch is pressed in the Remote Start mode. •...

  • Page 31: Door Locks

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if equipped).

  • Page 32: Power Door Locks

    30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and re- Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all move the key fob from the ignition.
  • Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer. Please see your authorized dealer for service. Auto Lock Doors Programming The Automatic Door Locks feature can be enabled or disabled as follows: •...
  • Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Within 15 seconds, cycle the ignition switch between Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit LOCK and ON/RUN and then back to LOCK four times The doors will unlock automatically if: ending up in the LOCK position (do not start the engine). 1.

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

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Equipped/Personal Settings (Customer-Program- NOTE: • If you do not hear the chime it means that the system mable Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. did not enter the programming mode and you will need to repeat the procedure.
  • Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. Child-Protection Door Lock Function Child-Protection Door Lock Location WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged.

  • Page 37: Power Windows - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, NOTE: • For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle move the lock knob up (unlocked position), roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle. Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches will remain active for 45 seconds after the POWER WINDOWS —...

  • Page 38: Auto-Down

    36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. Power Window Switch Location Auto-Down The driver’s door window switch has an Auto-Down...

  • Page 39: Window Lockout Switch

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Window Lockout Switch LIFTGATE The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows NOTE: The key that is used to start the vehicle is also you to disable the window control on the other doors. To used to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate.
  • Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed NOTE: • In the event of a power malfunction, or the RKE without using the key. To open the liftgate, squeeze the liftgate release and pull the liftgate open with one fluid transmitter is inoperative, insert the key into the motion.

  • Page 41: Occupant Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 • Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) located WARNING! (Continued) on top of the front seats (integrated into the head • If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, restraint) — if equipped make sure that all windows are closed, and the •...
  • Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seat belt webbing into position by extending the belt Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the all the way out and then adjusting the belt to the risk of harm from a deploying air bag: desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large 1.
  • Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow 4. Do not lean against the door or window. If your children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the their arm.

  • Page 44: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even WARNING! (Continued) on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument and cause a collision that includes you.
  • Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 normal conditions. However, in a collision the belt will WARNING! (Continued) lock and reduce the risk of you striking the inside of the • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat vehicle or being thrown out.
  • Page 46 44 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 seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is along side the pillar near the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt.
  • Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 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 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. on the shoulder belt.
  • Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully.

  • Page 50: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage

    48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seat, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck. Push the anchorage button to release the anchorage, and move it up or down to the position that fits you best.

  • Page 51: Second Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 In the rear seat, move toward the center of the seat to position the belt away from your neck. Second Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions The second row center lap/shoulder belt features a three-point seat belt with a mini-latch and buckle, which allows the shoulder belt to detach from the lower anchor when the seat is folded.
  • Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Route the shoulder belt to the inside of the right head 5. Sit back in the seat. Slide the regular latch plate up the restraint. webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap.
  • Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 7. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your 8. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up comfortable and not resting on your neck.

  • Page 54: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

    52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 10. To disengage the mini-latch from the mini-buckle for 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the storage, insert the regular latch plate into the black folded webbing. button on the top of the mini-buckle.

  • Page 55: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 If the passenger seating position is equipped with an position that has a belt with this feature. Children ALR and is being used for normal usage: 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seat.

  • Page 56: Energy Management Feature

    54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners WARNING! The seat belts for both front seating positions are • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- These devices may improve the performance of the seat tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt func-...

  • Page 57: Supplemental Active Head Restraints (Ahr) - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) — If How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work Equipped The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines These head restraints are passive, deployable compo- whether the severity, or type of rear impact will require nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy.
  • Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Active Head Restraints (AHR) may or may not deploy in the event of a front or side impact. However if during a front impact, a secondary rear impact occurs, the AHR may deploy based on the sever- ity and type of the impact.
  • Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. CAUTION! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision.
  • Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock 1 —...

  • Page 61: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert ) BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger BeltAlert ) to fasten their seat belts. The feature is active whenever the ignition is on.

  • Page 62: Seat Belt Extender

    60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph Seat Belt Extender (8 km/h), BeltAlert will provide both audio and visual If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended, and notification.

  • Page 63: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible.
  • Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator This vehicle may be equipped with Supplemental Seat- design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) to provide enhanced inflation that are based on the severity and type of protection for an occupant during a side impact.

  • Page 65: Advanced Front Air Bag Features

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 • Instrument Panel Advanced Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • Knee Impact Bolster driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides • Driver Advanced Front Air Bag output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), •...
  • Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) WARNING! — If Equipped • No objects should be placed over or near the air Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may bag on the instrument panel, because any such provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a during a side impact.
  • Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only.
  • Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Being too close to the Supplemental Side Air Bag WARNING! (Continued) Inflatable Curtain and/or Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag • Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects during deployment could cause you to be severely between you and the side air bags;...

  • Page 69: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi- Air Bags work with the knee bolsters to provide im- tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in proved protection for the driver and front passenger.
  • Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration Also, the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are Light in the instrument panel for approxi- not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should mately four to eight seconds for a self-check have deployed.
  • Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 are possible, based on the collision type and severity. The WARNING! steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- the air bags inflate to their full size.
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Based on the severity and type of collision, the side air A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the side bag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle may be curtain air bag.
  • Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 • Unlock the doors automatically. Front And Side Impact Sensors In front and side impacts, impact sensors can aid the If A Deployment Occurs ORC in determining appropriate response to impact The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate events.
  • Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a WARNING! few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately. Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, •...
  • Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or • Modifications to any part of the air bag system may not function properly if modifications are could cause it to fail when you need it.

  • Page 76: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine You will want to have the air bags ready to related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint inflate for your protection in a collision. The Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.

  • Page 77: Child Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is were buckled/fastened; required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, •...
  • Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the WARNING! vehicle. It is recommended for children from birth until they reach the weight or height limit of the infant carrier. In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, Convertible child seats can be used either rearward- can become a projectile inside the vehicle.
  • Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH WARNING! child restraint anchorage system. Refer to “Lower An- chors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)”. Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger air All children whose weight or height is above the bag unless the air bag is turned off.
  • Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE you make sure that you can install the child restraint in WARNING! the vehicle where you will use it, before you buy it. • Improper installation can lead to failure of an •...
  • Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 retractor. For additional information on ALR, refer to retracts, you will hear a ratcheting sound. This indicates “Automatic Locking Mode”. The chart below defines the the safety belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode. seating positions with an Automatic Locking Retractor 2.
  • Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the child is upright in the seat. around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure, • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug try a different seating position.
  • Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 webbing-mounted lower attachments. Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be installed in the out- board positions only. Regardless of the specific type of lower attachment, never install LATCH-compatible child seats such that two seats share a common lower anchor- age.
  • Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their older restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt products. Tether anchorage kits are also available for behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the most older vehicles.
  • Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we and tether straps so that you can attach the hook or have described here.

  • Page 86: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transporting Pets The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly changes should be consistent with anticipated climate injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.

  • Page 87: Safety Tips

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Transporting Passengers WARNING! NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. WARNING! Breathing it can make you unconscious and can •...

  • Page 88: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

    86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the Seat Belts engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
  • Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Defroster WARNING! (Continued) Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place • Always make sure that floor mats are properly the blower control on high speed. You should be able to attached to the floor mat fasteners.

  • Page 90: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts WARNING! (Continued) and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the Check the wheel nuts for tightness.

  • Page 91: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......94 Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped ... 98 Inside Day/Night Mirror .
  • Page 92 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command — If Equipped ... 128 Head Restraints ..... 140 Voice Command System Operation .
  • Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 Instrument Panel Dimming ... . . 151 To Vary The Speed Setting ....159 Map/Reading Lights .
  • Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Sunroof — If Equipped ... . 169 Cupholders ......177 Opening Sunroof —...
  • Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Rear Window Features ....186 Rear Window Defroster ....187 Rear Window Wiper/Washer .

  • Page 96: Mirrors

    94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of vehicle).

  • Page 97: Outside Mirror - Driver Side

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when CAUTION! the dimming feature is activated. The sensor to the right of the button does not illuminate. To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.

  • Page 98: Power Mirrors

    96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.

  • Page 99: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 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 mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.

  • Page 100: Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped

    98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED To use the vanity mirror, rotate the sun visor down and Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- swing the mirror cover upward. vehicle communications system.
  • Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 • www.jeep.com/uconnect system. Only one linked (or paired) mobile phone can be used with the system at a time. The system is available in • or call 1–877–855–8400 English, Spanish, or French languages.

  • Page 102: Operation

    100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command Button Operation Actual button location may vary with the ra- Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ dio. The individual buttons are described in the Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone “Operation”...
  • Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 example, you can use the compound form voice Cancel Command command “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and the compound form command into two voice com- you will be returned to the main menu.
  • Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Device” phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the and follow the audible prompts. vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the •...
  • Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Call By Saying A Name Add Names To Your Uconnect™ Phonebook • Press the button to begin. NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect™ Phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion. •...
  • Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To call a name from the Uconnect™ Phonebook or After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more downloaded Phonebook, follow the procedure in phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the “Call by Saying a Name”...
  • Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 • Only the mobile phone’s phonebook is downloaded. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone- “Phonebook Edit Entry”. book. • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook •...
  • Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE mobile and a home number, but you can add “John from the list, press the button while the Doe’s” work number later using the “Phonebook Edit Uconnect™ Phone is playing the desired entry and say Entry”...

  • Page 109: Phone Call Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 • The Uconnect™ Phone will ask you to verify that you • To call one of the names in the list, press the wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook. button during the playing of the desired name, and say “Call”.
  • Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — No Call when another call is in progress. Therefore, the user can Currently In Progress only answer an incoming call or ignore it. When you receive a call on your mobile phone, the Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In Uconnect™...
  • Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Toggling Between Calls Call Termination If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), To end a call in progress, momentarily press the press the button until you hear a single beep, button.

  • Page 112: Uconnect™ Phone Features

    110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Continuation Uconnect™ Phone Features Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Language Selection Uconnect™ Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been To change the language that the Uconnect™ Phone is switched to OFF.
  • Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Emergency Assistance Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is not be applicable with the available mobile service and reachable: area. •...
  • Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Towing Assistance Paging If you need towing assistance: To learn how to page, refer to “Working with Automated Systems”. Paging works properly except for pagers of • Press the button to begin. certain companies, which time out a little too soon to •...
  • Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that The Uconnect™ Phone will then send the corresponding normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as on your mobile phone keypad, you can press the tones over the phone.
  • Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect™ keypad and still use the Uconnect™...

  • Page 117: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF) from your Uconnect™ Phone paired mobile phone to the When you mute the Uconnect™ Phone, you will still be Uconnect™ Phone or vice versa, press the button able to hear the conversation coming from the other and say “Transfer Call”.
  • Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, say “List Phones”. • The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone names of Uconnect™...

  • Page 119: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ You can either press the Uconnect™ Phone button to Phone restore the factory setting or repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the Uconnect™ Phone. For Uconnect™...
  • Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • fully closed windows, Voice Command • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to • dry weather condition. provide at least ⁄ in (1 cm) gap between the overhead • Even though the system is designed for users speaking console (if equipped) and the mirror.
  • Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must • fully closed windows, be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • dry weather conditions, and • You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). •...
  • Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages: Uconnect™ Phone can read or send new messages on You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send your phone. a new message: • Press the Read Messages: button. If you receive a new text message while your phone is •...
  • Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 List of Preset Messages: 11. See You in 15 minutes 1. Yes 12. I am on my way 2. No 13. I’ll be late 3. Where are you? 14. Are you there yet? 4.
  • Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF Bluetooth Communication Link Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the the system from announcing the new incoming mes- Uconnect™...
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  • Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
  • Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...

  • Page 130: General Information

    128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information NOTE: Take care to speak into the Voice Interface This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and System as calmly and normally as possible. The ability of RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com- following conditions: mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a...

  • Page 131: Commands

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists The system will best recognize your speech if the win- options, press the Voice Command button, listen dows are closed, and the heater/air conditioning fan is for the beep, and say your command.
  • Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the Radio AM volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Command To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In system is speaking.
  • Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) Disc To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) may say the following commands: Satellite Radio •...
  • Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Switch to system setup” − “Continue” (to continue recording) • “Change to setup” − “Delete” (to delete the recording) • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) • “Main menu setup” or —...

  • Page 135: Voice Training

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Voice Training SEATS For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect™ vehicle. Voice “Voice Training” feature may be used. WARNING! 1.

  • Page 136: Power Seats - If Equipped

    134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats — If Equipped WARNING! Some models may be equipped with a power driver’s • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. seat. The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor.

  • Page 137: Heated Seats - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Heated Seats — If Equipped The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. On some models, the front driver and passenger seats Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions move in the direction of the switch.

  • Page 138: Manual Front Seat Adjustment

    136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 45 minutes of continuous operation. If LOW-level heating WARNING! (Continued) is selected, the system automatically turns the heater and • Do not place anything on the seat that insulates the indicator light OFF after a maximum of 45 minutes of against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
  • Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 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 140: Manual Seat Height Adjustment - If Equipped

    138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If Equipped Manual Lumbar — If Equipped The driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by using The lumbar adjustment handle is located on the outboard a lever, located on the outboard side of the seat. Pull side of the driver’s seatback.

  • Page 141: Driver's Seatback Recline

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Driver’s Seatback Recline WARNING! To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired angle Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the and release the lever.

  • Page 142: Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat

    140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat To fold the front passenger seat, lift the recliner handle to the full upward position and push the seatback forward until it rests on the seat cushion. Front Passenger Seat Folded Flat Head Restraints Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear...
  • Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 identified by any markings, only through visual inspec- WARNING! tion of the head restraint. The head restraint will be split in two halves, with the front half being soft foam and The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- trim, the back half being decorative plastic.
  • Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push forward and backward. To tilt the head restraint closer to button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the downward on the head restraint.
  • Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players.

  • Page 146: Folding Rear Seat

    144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat WARNING! (Continued) To provide additional storage area, each rear seatback can • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they be folded forward. Pull the strap forward to move the are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose seat forward and flat.

  • Page 147: Reclining Rear Seat - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.

  • Page 148: To Open And Close The Hood

    146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner only with the vehicle is parked.
  • Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- mately 8 in (20 cm) and then drop it. This should secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.

  • Page 150: Lights

    148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Headlights And Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent Multifunction Lever to turn on the parking lights. The multifunction lever controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight beam Turn the end of the lever to the second detent to turn on selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights, the headlights.

  • Page 151: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The high beam lights will come on as Daytime Running Lights (lower intensity), whenever the ignition is ON, the engine is running, the headlight switch is off, the parking brake is off, the turn signal is off, and the shift lever is in any position except PARK.

  • Page 152: Turn Signals

    150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signals NOTE: If either light remains on and does not flash, or Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show light bulb.

  • Page 153: Instrument Panel Dimming

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 NOTE: If the multifunction lever is held in the flash-to- Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last pass position for more than 20 seconds, the high beams detent to turn on the interior lighting. will shut off.

  • Page 154: Map/Reading Lights

    152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Map/Reading Lights NOTE: The lights will remain on until the switch is These lights are mounted between the sun visors above pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned the rear view mirror. Each light is turned on by pressing off before leaving the vehicle.
  • Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 CAUTION! • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off. •...

  • Page 156: Windshield Wiper Operation

    154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Operation Intermittent Wiper System Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent past Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation. make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be- tween cycles, desirable.

  • Page 157: Mist Feature

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 If the lever is pulled while in the off position, the wipers NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer will operate for two wipe cycles, then turn off. pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield.

  • Page 158: Tilt Steering Column

    156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. The tilt control handle is located on the left side of the steering column, below the turn signal lever. Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column.

  • Page 159: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve- hicle.

  • Page 160: To Activate

    158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic To Set A Desired Speed Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle vehicle set speed. has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button and release.

  • Page 161: To Resume Speed

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 To Resume Speed decrease until the button is released. Release the button To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) when the desired speed is reached, and the new set speed button and release.

  • Page 162: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped

    160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so The HomeLink buttons, located on either the overhead it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed console, headliner or sunvisor, designate the three differ- Control.

  • Page 163: Before You Begin Programming Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink system.

  • Page 164: Programming A Rolling Code

    162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manu- factured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identified by the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener.
  • Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next button you want to program and the hand-held transmit- step after the LEARN button has been pressed. ter button.

  • Page 166: Programming A Non-Rolling Code

    164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button until 4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi- the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not cator light. The Homelink indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after Homelink has received the fre- release the button.

  • Page 167: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to follow these steps: time-out in the same manner.

  • Page 168: Using Homelink

    166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Watch for the HomeLink indicator to change flash Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button rates. When it changes, it is programmed. It may take up To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, to 30 seconds or longer in rare cases.

  • Page 169: Security

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Security Troubleshooting Tips It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here in your vehicle. are some of the most common solutions: •...

  • Page 170: General Information

    168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information WARNING! This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry • Your motorized door or gate will open and close Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following while you are programming the universal trans- two conditions: ceiver.

  • Page 171: Power Sunroof - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located in the reading light. • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.

  • Page 172: Opening Sunroof - Express

    170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express second and the sunroof will open automatically from any Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop position.

  • Page 173: Venting Sunroof - Express

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 NOTE: Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) is in certain pressed. open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with Venting Sunroof —...

  • Page 174: Electrical Power Outlets

    172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power sunroof switch will remain active for up to approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature.
  • Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. •...
  • Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).

  • Page 177: Power Inverter - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED A 115 Volt (150 Watt) AC power inverter is located on the front of the center console for added convenience. This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts.
  • Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Do not use a three-prong adaptor. power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in •...

  • Page 179: Cupholders

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 CUPHOLDERS There are two cupholders located in the back for the rear Your vehicle is equipped with four cupholders. There are passengers. two illuminated cupholders located in the front. Rear Cupholders Illuminated Front Cupholders...

  • Page 180: Storage

    178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE To open the lower glove compartment, pull outward on the release handle. Glove Compartment And Storage Bin Located on the passenger side of the instrument panel are an upper storage bin and a lower glove compartment. Glove Compartment 1 —...

  • Page 181: Door Storage

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Door Storage The interior door panels are equipped with lower storage areas. Rear Door Storage Front Door Storage...

  • Page 182: Console Features

    180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONSOLE FEATURES To open the lower storage compartment, lift upward on The floor console contains both an upper and lower the lower handle to unlatch the lower storage compart- storage compartment. ment and lift the lid open. To open the upper storage compartment, push inward on the upper handle to unlatch the upper lid and lift the lid open.

  • Page 183: Cargo Area Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Press in on the flashlight to release it. WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving.

  • Page 184: Cargo Cover

    182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, To install the Cargo Cover, insert either end of the cover twice for low, and a third time to return to off. into one of the two notches located in the rear trim panels.
  • Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Using the handle, pull the cover toward you and guide WARNING! the rear cover posts into the guides located on both sides of the rear trim panel. In a collision a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury.

  • Page 186: Removable Load Floor

    184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Removable Load Floor Cargo Tie-Down Loops The cargo area load floor is removable and can be There are four D-rings installed in the cargo area for washed with mild soap and water. securing cargo. Cargo Load Floor D-Rings...
  • Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear • Cargo tie-down loops are not safe anchors for a axle. Too much weight or improperly placed child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the a loop could pull loose and allow the child seat to rear of the vehicle to sway.

  • Page 188: Fold Down Speakers - If Equipped

    186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fold Down Speakers — If Equipped REAR WINDOW FEATURES When the liftgate is open, the speakers can swing down Rear Window Wiper/Washer off the trim panel to face rearward, for tailgating and The rear wiper/washer is controlled by a rotary switch other activities.

  • Page 189: Rear Window Defroster

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the Rear Window Defroster first detent position for rear wiper operation. The rear window defroster button is located on the bottom right-side of the blower control knob. NOTE: The rear wiper operates in an intermittent mode Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster only.

  • Page 190: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped

    188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! The side rails and crossbars are designed to carry weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and it should be uniformly the heating elements: •...
  • Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care- • To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the NOT carry any loads on the roof rack without the roof rack.

  • Page 193: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....194 EVIC Functions ..... 215 Instrument Cluster .
  • Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Media Center 230 (REQ) — AM/FM Stereo Media Center 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/ Radio And 6–Disc CD/DVD Changer RBZ/RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — If (MP3/WMA AUX Jack) ....222 Equipped .
  • Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD List Or Browse Mode ....270 And MP3 Audio Play ....256 Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) .

  • Page 196: Instrument Panel Features

    194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 5 — Storage Bin 9 — Heated Seat Switch – If Equipped 2 — Demisters 6 — Glove Compartment 10 — Hazard Warning Flasher 3 — Instrument Cluster 7 —...

  • Page 197: Instrument Cluster

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...

  • Page 198: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. 1. Fuel Gauge / Fuel Door Reminder When the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN 3. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light position, the pointer will show the level of fuel This light informs you of a problem with the remaining in the fuel tank.
  • Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 on briefly as a bulb check. If the light does not come on 6. Speedometer during starting, have the system checked by an autho- The Speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per rized dealer. hour and/or kilometers per hour (mph/kph).
  • Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL alert you to turn the signals off. If either indicator flashes If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock brakes.
  • Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 12. Tachometer normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for The white area of the scale shows the permissible engine service. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “What To revolutions-per-minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear range. Do In Emergencies”...
  • Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake WARNING! and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- dangerous.
  • Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illuminated and you continue operating the vehicle, NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is in some circumstances you could cause the fluid to applied.
  • Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- WARNING! ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
  • Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 20. Shift Lever Indicator placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the instrument cluster. It displays the gear position of the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should automatic transmission.
  • Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
  • Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 23. Odometer Display / Trip Odometer Display Area Vehicle Odometer Messages This display indicates the total distance the vehicle has When the appropriate conditions exist, the following been driven. odometer messages will display: NOTE: U.S. Federal regulations require that upon trans- door .
  • Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL gASCAP Refer to “Engine Oil Overheating” under in “What To Do If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel In Emergencies”. filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a CHANgE OIL Message “gASCAP” message will display in the odometer display Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change area.
  • Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, times within 10 seconds. poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light 3.
  • Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 27. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ WARNING! Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced Light” in the instrument cluster will come on above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal when the ignition switch is turned to the operating conditions.

  • Page 211: Mini-Trip Computer - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 • Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC 29. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) system will be ON, even if it was turned off previously. Display — If Equipped When the appropriate conditions exist, this display •...

  • Page 212: Control Buttons

    210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL be driven several minutes before the updated tempera- STEP Button ture is displayed. Engine temperature can also affect the Press the STEP button located on the steering wheel to displayed temperature; therefore, temperature readings scroll through sub menus (i.e., Temperature, Trip Func- are not updated when the vehicle is not moving.

  • Page 213: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 Trip Odometer (ODO) ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER This display shows the distance traveled since the last (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED reset. Press and release the STEP button on the instru- The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- ment cluster to switch from odometer, to Trip A or Trip B.
  • Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The EVIC consists of the following: The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering • System Status wheel: • Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays • Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) •...
  • Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 MENU Button DOWN Button Press and release the MENU button to scroll Press and release the DOWN button to scroll through the main menus (Fuel Economy, Warn- downward through the sub-menus. ings, Timer, Units, System, Personal Settings) or to exit sub-menus.

  • Page 216: Engine Oil Change Indicator System - If Equipped

    214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Personal Settings Not Avail. — Vehicle not in PARK • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low (automatic transmission) or vehicle is in motion • Remote Start Aborted — System Fault (manual transmission). • Key In Ignition •...

  • Page 217: Evic Functions

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 Unless reset, this message will continue to display each EVIC Functions time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN • Compass/Temperature/Audio position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and • Average Fuel Economy release the Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster.

  • Page 218: Compass/Temperature/Audio

    216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass/Temperature/Audio determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel Press and release the COMPASS button to display one of tank level. This is not resettable. eight compass headings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing, the outside temperature, and the current NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle radio station.

  • Page 219: Elapsed Time

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Elapsed Time Press and release the MENU or DOWN buttons until Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset. “Personal Settings” is displayed in the EVIC then press Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is the SELECT button.
  • Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Auto Lock Doors press to unlock the remaining locked doors. When Re- When ON is selected, all doors lock automatically when mote Unlock All Doors is selected, all of the doors will the speed of the vehicle reaches 15 mph (24 km/h). Press unlock at the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK and hold the SELECT button when in this display until button.
  • Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Lock feature. Press and hold the SELECT button when in Illuminated Approach this display until “ON” or “OFF” appears to make your When this feature is selected the headlights will activate selection. and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked using the RKE transmitter.
  • Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the SELECT button when in this display NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and until “ENGLISH” or “METRIC” appears to make your an environment free from large metallic objects such as selection.
  • Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 4. Press and release the SELECT button to start the calibration. The “CAL” indicator will display in the EVIC. 5. Complete one or more 360–degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” indicator turns off.

  • Page 224: Media Center 230 (Req) - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And 6-Disc Cd/Dvd Changer (Mp3/Wma Aux Jack)

    222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Press the DOWN button until “Compass Variance” message and the last variance zone number displays in the EVIC. 4. Press and release the SELECT button until the proper variance zone is selected according to the map. 5.
  • Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) SCAN Button Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for radio. Press the ON/VOLUME control knob a second the next listenable station in AM, FM or Satellite (if time to turn off the radio.
  • Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes (if equipped).
  • Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 RW/FF Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the direction of the arrows.
  • Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five Program Type 16-Digit Character Display seconds will allow the program format type to be se- News News lected. Many radio stations do not currently broadcast Nostalgia Nostalga Music Type information.
  • Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 • DVD Enter - When the disc is in DVD Menu mode, By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency selecting DVD Enter will allow you to play the current station with the same selected Music Type name.
  • Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Angle – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will change • Set Home Clock - Pressing the SELECT button allows the viewing angle if supported by the DVD disc (if you to set the clock. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control equipped).
  • Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Audio Language — If Equipped Audio DRC — If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose a default audio Selecting this item allows you to limit maximum audio language (effective only if the language is supported by dynamic range.
  • Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL a disc is loaded, changes will not be effective. Also, the both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM, 12 FM, defaults are effective only if the disc supports the and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations to be stored into customer-preferred settings.

  • Page 233: Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd-Video)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO) position to operate the radio. The radio DVD player and many DVD discs are coded by LOAD Button —...
  • Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Eject Button — Ejecting Compact Disc(s) SCAN Button (CD MODE) Press the EJECT button and the pushbutton Press the SCAN button to scan through each track on the with the corresponding number (1-6) where the CD currently playing.

  • Page 235: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files The radio uses the following limits for file systems: The radio can play MP3/WMA files; however, acceptable • Maximum number of directory levels: 8 MP3/WMA file recording media and formats are limited. •...
  • Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If a disc contains multi-formats, such as CD audio and MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) MP3/WMA tracks, the radio will only play the MP3/ Specification quency (kHz) WMA tracks on that disc. 320, 256, 224, MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128, Supported MP3/WMA File Formats...

  • Page 237: List Button (Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Playback of MP3/WMA Files LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) When a medium containing MP3/WMA data is loaded, Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium on the disc.
  • Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) to return to elapsed time display. No function. Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack which No function.

  • Page 239: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Operating Instructions — Voice Command System Macrovision (If Equipped) This product incorporates copyright protection technol- For the radio, Refer to “Voice Command” in the ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec- Uconnect™ User Manual located on the DVD for further tual property rights.
  • Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Sirius service is not available in Hawaii and has 2. Your Vehicle Identification Number. limited coverage in Alaska. To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: System Activation ESN/SID Access Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio tion and the radio on, press the SETUP button and scroll...
  • Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia decreased performance. Larger luggage items such as (Satellite) Mode bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or the loading design of the rack.
  • Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INFO Button or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- seconds will allow the program format type to be selected. tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music able).

  • Page 243: Media Center 730N/430/430N

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory Buttons 1 - 6 When you are receiving a channel that you wish to These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations).

  • Page 244: Media Center 130 (Sales Code Res)

    242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES) Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC side of the radio faceplate. position to operate the radio.
  • Page 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ will remain tuned to the new station until you make SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control another selection.
  • Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second AM/FM Button time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Press the buttons to select either AM or FM mode. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the SET/RND Button —...

  • Page 247: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact pressing the pushbutton twice.
  • Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. CAUTION! NOTE: Ejecting with the ignition OFF is not allowed on • This CD player will accept 4-3/4 in (12 cm) discs convertible or soft-top models (if equipped). only.

  • Page 249: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 RW/FF Notes on Playing MP3 Files Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 player will begin to fast forward until FF is released, or file recording media and formats are limited.
  • Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of files: 255 Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in names and folder names is limited.
  • Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification quency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128,...

  • Page 252: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode

    250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which (SALES CODE RES+RSC) allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s side of the radio faceplate.

  • Page 253: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC another selection.
  • Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes (if equipped).
  • Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 INFO Button Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the message broadcast from an FM station (FM mode only).
  • Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MUSIC TYPE Button Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type Information Inform mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button Jazz Jazz or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five News News seconds will allow the program format type to be se-...
  • Page 257 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 hours, press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set Program Type 16-Digit Character Display the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. Adjust Top 40 Top 40 the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL Weather Weather control knob.

  • Page 258: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second station to each pushbutton by Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press MP3 Audio Play the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the NOTE: display window.
  • Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. begin to play when you insert the disc.

  • Page 260: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the Press this button while the CD is playing to activate CD. Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginning Random Play.
  • Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. character extension) When reading discs recorded using formats other than •...
  • Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the supported. following table are supported. In addition, variable bit Playback of MP3 Files rates (VBR) are also supported.

  • Page 263: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended Press the INFO button once more to return to elapsed to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a time priority mode. single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or before writing to the disc.

  • Page 264: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped

    262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up. If the System Activation AUX audio sounds distorted, turn the device’s volume Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you down. may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio service that is included with the factory-installed satellite TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) radio system in your vehicle.
  • Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly ESN/SID Access on or above the antenna. With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- tion and the radio on, press the SETUP button and scroll Reception Quality...
  • Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia INFO Button (Satellite) Mode Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or able).
  • Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory seconds will allow the program format type to be selected. When you are receiving a channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button.

  • Page 268: Ipod /Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped

    266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons 1 - 6 This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you plugged into the USB port, located in the center console commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations).

  • Page 269: Connecting The Ipod Or External Usb Device

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 Connecting The iPod Or External USB Device Once the audio device is connected and synchronized to Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external the vehicle’s iPod /USB/MP3 control system (iPod or USB device to the vehicle’s USB/AUX connector port external USB device may take a few minutes to connect), which is located in the center console or glove compart- the audio device starts charging and is ready for use by...

  • Page 270: Controlling The Ipod Or External Usb Device Using Radio Buttons

    268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The audio device can be controlled using the radio mode. In Play mode, the following buttons on the radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod contents. faceplate may be used to control the iPod or external USB device and display data: •...
  • Page 271 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 • A single press backward << RW or forward FF >> will • Press the SCAN button to use iPod /USB/MP3 de- jump backward or forward respectively, for five vice scan mode, which will play the first 10 seconds of seconds.

  • Page 272: List Or Browse Mode

    270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • During all List modes, the iPod displays all lists in List Or Browse Mode During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described “wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the below, will bring up List mode. List mode enables bottom of the list, just turn the wheel backward scrolling through the list of menus and tracks on the (counterclockwise) to get to the track faster.
  • Page 273 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current CAUTION! list on the top line and the first item in that list on • Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any the second line. supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in •...

  • Page 274: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)

    272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) 2. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the Setup , then Select Audio Devices . Uconnect™ phone system. 3. Say the name of the audio device or ask the Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons Uconnect™...

  • Page 275: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a The remote sound system controls are located on the rear pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to mode of the sound system.

  • Page 276: Cd Player

    274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 277: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- Manual Heating And Air Conditioning lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding. Try a known good disc before considering disc player service.
  • Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Blower Control Temperature Control Rotate this control to regulate the Rotate this control to regulate the tem- amount of air forced through the ven- perature of the air inside the passenger tilation system in any mode. The compartment.
  • Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 Mode Control (Air Direction) NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, there Rotate this control to choose from sev- is a difference in temperature between the upper and eral patterns of air distribution. You lower outlets.
  • Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Defrost Recirculation Control Air is directed through the windshield and side Pressing the Recirculation Control button will window demist outlets. Use this mode with maxi- put the system in recirculation mode. This can mum blower and temperature settings for best wind- be used when outside conditions such as shield and side window defrosting.
  • Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 • The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb- NOTE: The air conditioning compressor will not engage ing the mode control selection. until the engine has been running for about 10 seconds. • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK •...

  • Page 282: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If

    280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Automatic Operation Equipped Operation of the system is quite simple. The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- 1. Turn the Mode Control knob (on the right) and the cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at Blower Control knob (on the left) to AUTO.
  • Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 • Pressing the Air Conditioning Control button while in You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically. Selecting AUTO mode will cause the LED in the control button the “O” (OFF) position on the blower control stops the to flash three times and then turn off.
  • Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Blower Control Mode Preferred Automatic, or Blower and Mode Pre- For full automatic operation or for ferred Automatic. This means the operator can override automatic blower operation, turn the the blower, the mode, or both. There is a manual blower knob to the AUTO position.
  • Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283...
  • Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Floor The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets.
  • Page 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 • Air Conditioner Control NOTE: • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK Press this button to turn on the air conditioning during manual operation position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. only. When the air conditioning is •...

  • Page 288: Operating Tips

    286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you Summer Operation can temporarily put the system into Recirculation The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles Mode by pressing the Recirculation button. However, must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant under certain conditions, while in Automatic Mode, to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect the system is blowing air out the defrost vents.
  • Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they windshield and provide sufficient heating.
  • Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...

  • Page 291: Starting And Operating

    STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....293 Manual Transmission — If Equipped ..296 Manual Transmission –...
  • Page 292 290 STARTING AND OPERATING AutoStick ......306 Brake Assist System (BAS) ....317 Operation .
  • Page 293 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 Tires — General Information ... . . 336 Replacement Tires ....344 Tire Pressure .
  • Page 294 292 STARTING AND OPERATING MMT In Gasoline ....359 Trailer Towing ......365 Materials Added To Fuel .

  • Page 295: Starting Procedures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 293 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle. A inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. child could operate power windows, other con- trols, or move the vehicle.

  • Page 296: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped

    294 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission – If Equipped Simply turn the ignition switch to the START position The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL and release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes start within 15 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the before shifting to any driving gear.

  • Page 297: Extreme Cold Weather

    STARTING AND OPERATING 295 Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F or 29°C) WARNING! To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the able from your authorized dealer) is recommended. throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle.

  • Page 298: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped

    296 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits Five–Speed Manual Transmission quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a WARNING! grounded, three-wire extension cord.

  • Page 299: Recommended Shift Speeds

    STARTING AND OPERATING 297 For most city driving, you will find it easier to use only the lower gears. For steady highway driving with light accelerations, fifth gear is recommended. Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, and never try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged.

  • Page 300: Downshifting

    298 STARTING AND OPERATING To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, shift Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Speeds down to second or first gear when descending a steep Units in mph (km/h) grade. Accel- Engine 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 eration...
  • Page 301 STARTING AND OPERATING 299 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEU- • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking TRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and re- speed.

  • Page 302: Key Ignition Park Interlock

    300 STARTING AND OPERATING Key Ignition Park Interlock Interlock System” in this section). To drive, move the shift This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- lever from PARK or NEUTRAL to the DRIVE position. lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK NOTE: The Continuously Variable Automatic Transmis- before the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/ sion (CVT) changes ratios in a continuous manner.

  • Page 303: Gear Ranges

    STARTING AND OPERATING 301 transmission gear ratios, and will display the current PARK gear in the instrument cluster as 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Gear Ranges Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or...
  • Page 304 302 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than the parking brake. Always apply the parking idle speed.
  • Page 305 STARTING AND OPERATING 303 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is others could be seriously or fatally injured.
  • Page 306 304 STARTING AND OPERATING REVERSE CAUTION! (Continued) This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into • DO NOT race the engine when shifting from REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as stop.
  • Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 using a lower gear will improve performance and extend CAUTION! transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup. Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can result During sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up in severe transmission damage.

  • Page 308: Autostick

    306 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOSTICK AutoStick operation is activated in the DRIVE position AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission that offers by moving the shift lever side-to-side. Moving the shift six manual ratio changes to provide you with more lever to the (+) side will activate AutoStick and shift up control.

  • Page 309: General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 307 • When heavy Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) applica- FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF tion is detected EQUIPPED This feature provides full time, on-demand, four–wheel General Information drive (4WD). • If a ratio other than first is selected and the vehicle is brought to a stop, the transmission control logic will automatically select the first gear ratio.

  • Page 310: On-Road Driving Tips

    308 STARTING AND OPERATING traction surfaces, activate the “4WD LOCK” switch by They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as pulling up once and releasing. This locks the center conventional two-wheel drive vehicles any more than coupling allowing more torque to be sent to the rear low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfacto- wheels.

  • Page 311: Power Steering Fluid Check

    STARTING AND OPERATING 309 NOTE: CAUTION! • Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel travel are considered normal and do not indicate that Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end there is a problem with the power steering system. of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering fluid temperature and it should be avoided when •...

  • Page 312: Parking Brake

    310 STARTING AND OPERATING If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated CAUTION! level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering Parts”...
  • Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 NOTE: • When the parking brake is applied and the automatic transmission is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle.
  • Page 314 312 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. injury.

  • Page 315: Brake System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 313 BRAKE SYSTEM If either of the two hydraulic systems lose normal capa- Your vehicle is equipped with power assisted brakes as bility, the remaining system will still function with some standard equipment. In the event power assist is lost for loss of overall braking effectiveness.

  • Page 316: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)

    314 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) WARNING! (Continued) The ABS provides increased vehicle stability and brake • The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including performance under most braking conditions. The system those resulting from excessive speed in turns, automatically “pumps” the brakes during severe braking following another vehicle too closely, or hydro- conditions to prevent wheel lock-up.
  • Page 317 STARTING AND OPERATING 315 required. However, the conventional brake system will working properly. This self-check occurs each time the continue to operate normally if the “Brake Warning vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph (11 km/h). Light” is not on. ABS is activated during braking under certain road or If the “ABS Warning Light”...

  • Page 318: Electronic Brake Control System

    316 STARTING AND OPERATING (HSA), and Electronic Stability Control (ESC). All sys- WARNING! tems work together to enhance vehicle stability and control in various driving conditions and are commonly The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains sophis- referred to as ESC. ticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

  • Page 319: Brake Assist System (Bas)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 317 across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is “pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal brake of the spinning wheel.

  • Page 320: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)

    318 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) NOTE: Anytime the ESC system is in the “Full Off” This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by mode, ERM is disabled. Refer to “Electronic Stability monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the Control (ESC)”...

  • Page 321: Hill Descent Control (Hdc) - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 319 Hill Descent Control (HDC) – If Equipped Off” button for five seconds. Refer to “Electronic Stability This system maintains vehicle speed while descending Control (ESC)” in this section of the manual. hills during off-road driving situations. HDC will auto- HDC operation can be overridden with brake application matically apply the brakes to control downhill speed to to slow the vehicle down below the HDC control speed.

  • Page 322: Hill Start Assist (Hsa) - Manual Transmission Only

    320 STARTING AND OPERATING HSA Activation Criteria WARNING! The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to activate: HDC is only intended to assist the driver in control- ling vehicle speed when descending hills. The driver • Vehicle must be stopped. must remain attentive to the driving conditions and •...
  • Page 323 STARTING AND OPERATING 321 Disabling/Enabling HSA 5. Release the clutch pedal. If you wish to turn on or off the HSA system, it can be 6. Rotate the steering wheel one-half turn to the left. done using the Customer Programmable Features in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).

  • Page 324: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

    322 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Stability Control (ESC) WARNING! This system enhances directional control and stability of • The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC cor- vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the rects for over-steering or under-steering of the vehicle by vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in...
  • Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 323 Full On (Four-Wheel Drive Models) Or On To turn ESC on again, momentarily press the “ESC Off” (Two-Wheel Drive Models) switch. This will restore the normal “ESC On” mode of This is the normal operating mode for ESC. Whenever operation.
  • Page 326 324 STARTING AND OPERATING “ESC OFF” message will appear in the odometer. Press WARNING! and release the Trip Odometer button located on the instrument cluster to clear this message. When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature described in In this mode, ESC and TCS, except for the “limited slip”...

  • Page 327: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light

    STARTING AND OPERATING 325 NOTE: The “ESC OFF” message will display and an ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And audible chime will sound when the shift lever is placed ESC OFF Indicator Light into the PARK position from any other position, and then The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator moved out of the PARK position.

  • Page 328: Tire Safety Information

    326 STARTING AND OPERATING Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac- TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little Tire Markings throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions. NOTE: •...
  • Page 329 STARTING AND OPERATING 327 NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” ing the size designation.
  • Page 330 328 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 331 STARTING AND OPERATING 329 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 332: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

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

  • Page 333: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 331 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.

  • Page 334: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    332 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door.
  • Page 335 STARTING AND OPERATING 333 axles must not be exceeded. For further information on This placard tells you important information about GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the: “Vehicle Loading” in this section. 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of...
  • Page 336 334 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of of your vehicle with varying seating configurations cargo and luggage load capacity.
  • Page 337 STARTING AND OPERATING 335...

  • Page 338: Tires - General Information

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

  • Page 339: Tire Inflation Pressures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the left • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- side “B” Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side door. hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure the right or left.
  • Page 340 338 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the Winter.

  • Page 341: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation

    STARTING AND OPERATING 339 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...

  • Page 342: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped

    340 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle. If your vehicle has this option refer to an Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. pattern. You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on If your vehicle is not equipped with an original equip- the Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the...

  • Page 343: Full Size Spare - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 341 your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the WARNING! original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Compact spares are for temporary emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive more than Limited-Use Spare –...

  • Page 344: Tire Spinning

    342 STARTING AND OPERATING Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In WARNING! Emergencies” for further information. Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- WARNING! stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.

  • Page 345: Life Of Tire

    STARTING AND OPERATING 343 Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven WARNING! Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread.

  • Page 346: Replacement Tires

    344 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Tires It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for affect your vehicle’s handling.

  • Page 347: Tire Chains

    STARTING AND OPERATING 345 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.

  • Page 348: Snow Tires

    346 STARTING AND OPERATING SNOW TIRES poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be during the winter. All season tires can be identified by the checked before using these tire types.

  • Page 349: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 347 The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the does not apply to some directional tires that must not be driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- reversed.
  • Page 350 348 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if For example, your vehicle may have a recommended the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure limit for any reason, including low temperature effects, or of 30 psi (207 kPa).
  • Page 351 STARTING AND OPERATING 349 NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care • The TPMS has been optimized for the original and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warnings have been established for the tire size •...

  • Page 352: Base System

    350 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, • Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in • Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light the tire. Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings Base System The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumi- This is the TPMS warning indicator located in the...
  • Page 353 STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Check TPMS Warnings NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on wheel and tire assembly. and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system 1.

  • Page 354: Premium System - If Equipped

    352 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime will Premium System – If Equipped sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev- solid.
  • Page 355 STARTING AND OPERATING 353 • Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System Messages, which display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) • Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumi- nate in the instrument cluster and an audible chime will be activated when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low.
  • Page 356 354 STARTING AND OPERATING the graphic display of the pressure value(s) will stop flashing, and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Light will extinguish once the updated tire pressure(s) have been received. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this information.
  • Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 will be displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can pressure values still shown. This indicates that the pres- occur with any of the following scenarios: sure values are still being received from the TPM sensors but they may not be located in the correct vehicle 1.

  • Page 358: General Information

    356 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. However, after driving the vehicle for up to 20 min- limit in any of the four active road tires. The vehicle may utes above 15 mph (24 km/h), the Tire Pressure Moni- need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph toring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this and then remain on solid.

  • Page 359: Fuel Requirements

    STARTING AND OPERATING 357 FUEL REQUIREMENTS Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- 2.0L And 2.4L Engine wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties This engine is designed to meet all emis- necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, sions regulations and provide excellent and durability for your vehicle.

  • Page 360: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends

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

  • Page 361: Mmt In Gasoline

    STARTING AND OPERATING 359 • drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer) Materials Added To Fuel All gasoline sold in the United States is required to More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional exposure to E-85 fuel.

  • Page 362: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    360 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 363: Adding Fuel

    STARTING AND OPERATING 361 After removing the gas cap, place the gas cap tether cable WARNING! (Continued) over a hook on the inside of the fuel door. This keeps the • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper gas cap suspended away from and protects the vehicle’s maintenance.
  • Page 364 362 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is • Damage to the fuel system or emission control in violation of most state and Federal fire regula- system could result from using an improper fuel tions and may cause the MIL to turn on.

  • Page 365: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message

    STARTING AND OPERATING 363 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message Vehicle Certification Label If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label attached to filler cap is loose or improperly installed, a “gASCAP” the driver’s door B-Pillar. message will be displayed in the Odometer/Trip Odom- The label contains the following information: eter in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 366 364 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Curb Weight The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full load must be limited so that you do not exceed the capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo...

  • Page 367: Trailer Towing

    STARTING AND OPERATING 365 Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and TRAILER TOWING shorten useful service life. Heavier suspension compo- In this section you will find safety tips and information nents do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s GVWR. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
  • Page 368 366 STARTING AND OPERATING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear further information. axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly.
  • Page 369 STARTING AND OPERATING 367 Frontal Area Weight-Distributing Hitch The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- maximum width of the front of a trailer. age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to Trailer Sway Control the tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s).

  • Page 370: Trailer Hitch Classification

    368 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional Standards Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your authorized dealer for Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) package content.

  • Page 371: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 369 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt. (See Note) 2.0L Auto/Man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (50 kg)

  • Page 372: Towing Requirements

    370 STARTING AND OPERATING • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment Never exceed the maximum trailer tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch. put in or on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers. NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle.
  • Page 373 STARTING AND OPERATING 371 CAUTION! WARNING! • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these (805 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as axle or other parts could be damaged.
  • Page 374 372 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your 3. GAWR vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. (This requirement may limit the ability to always Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a...
  • Page 375 STARTING AND OPERATING 373 − Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage − An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General required when towing a trailer with electronically Information” in “Starting and Operating” for the actuated brakes.
  • Page 376 374 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights And Wiring WARNING! Your authorized dealer offers a trailer wiring harness • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s designed specifically for your vehicle. hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, system and cause it to fail.
  • Page 377 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 Four-Pin Connector Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn 2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn 3 — Ground 6 —...

  • Page 378: Towing Tips

    376 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips − When using the speed control, if you experience speed Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy you can get back to cruising speed.

  • Page 379: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 377 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Flat Tow None NOT ALLOWED • Transmission in NEUTRAL • Key in ACC Front OK (FWD Only) NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED...
  • Page 380 378 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions CAUTION! may be recreationally towed (flat towed) at any legal • Do not flat tow any vehicle equipped with an highway speed, for any distance, if the manual transmis- sion is in NEUTRAL and the ignition key is in the ACC automatic transmission.
  • Page 381 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....380 Jump-Starting Procedures ....392 If Your Engine Overheats .

  • Page 382: Hazard Warning Flashers

    380 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel, below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.

  • Page 383: What To Do In Emergencies 381

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 381 CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage You or others can be badly burned by hot engine your vehicle. If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark, coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If the instrument cluster will sound a chime.

  • Page 384: Jacking And Tire Changing

    382 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) • Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is WARNING! on a jack. • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the •...

  • Page 385: Jack Location

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 383 Jack Location Spare Tire Removal The jack and jack-handle are stowed under the load floor Lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down. in the cargo area. Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas.

  • Page 386: Jacking Instructions

    384 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Turn OFF the ignition. WARNING! (Continued) 6. Block both the front and rear of the • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from wheel diagonally opposite the jacking the edge of the roadway as possible before raising position.
  • Page 387 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 385 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on careful of motor traffic. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
  • Page 388 386 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES two triangular cutouts on one of the flanges in the sill flange assembly. The rear location is the same but with two rectangular cutouts. For vehicles equipped with plastic trim, the plastic has been cut away to expose the jacking locations in the body.
  • Page 389 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 387 3. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be 4. Using the swivel wrench raise the vehicle by turning placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is the jack screw to the right. Raise the vehicle only until the positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the...
  • Page 390 388 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
  • Page 391 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389 8. Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is WARNING! free. Reassemble the lug wrench to the jack assembly and stow it in the spare tire area. Secure the assembly using A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard the means provided.

  • Page 392: Road Tire Installation

    390 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Road Tire Installation Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. To ease the installation process for steel wheels with wheel covers, install two lug nuts on the mounting studs which are on each side of the valve stem.
  • Page 393 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 391 3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the 6. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand, wrench while at the end of the handle for increased snapping the cover over the two lug nuts.

  • Page 394: Jump-Starting Procedures

    392 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a WARNING! torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly seated against the wheel. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle is JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES lowered to the ground.

  • Page 395: Preparations For Jump-Start

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 393 Preparations For Jump-Start CAUTION! The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment below the air intake duct. To access Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any the battery remove the air intake duct by turning the two other booster source with a system voltage greater finger screws, located on the radiator support.
  • Page 396 394 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact.

  • Page 397: Jump-Starting Procedure

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 395 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park CAUTION! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle WARNING! or the discharged vehicle.
  • Page 398 396 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of the the reverse sequence: discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and 6.

  • Page 399: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 397 CAUTION! CAUTION! Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en- even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).

  • Page 400: Shift Lever Override

    398 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- tween DRIVE and REVERSE (with automatic ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or transmission) or 1st gear and Reverse (with even failure, of the axle and tires.
  • Page 401 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 399 3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position without starting the engine (engine OFF). 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 5. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, push and hold the override release lever forward.

  • Page 402: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    400 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE AUTOMATIC MANUAL Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION Transmission in NEU- Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED TRAL Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Wheel Lift or Dolly Tow Front FWD Models ONLY FWD Models ONLY Flatbed...

  • Page 403: With Ignition Key

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 401 • FWD vehicles can be towed with the front wheels With Ignition Key elevated. Automatic Transmission • FWD or 4WD vehicles can be towed on a flatbed truck • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles can be towed with (all wheels OFF the ground).

  • Page 404: Without The Ignition Key

    402 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the vehicle’s battery is discharged, see “Shift Lever Without The Ignition Key Override” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for instruc- Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed tions on shifting the automatic transmission out of the with the ignition in the LOCK/OFF position.
  • Page 405 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 2.0L ... . . 405 Maintenance Procedures ....410 Engine Compartment —...
  • Page 406 404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System ..... 419 Vehicle Storage ..... . . 442 Cooling System .

  • Page 407: Engine Compartment - 2.0L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L 1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 —...

  • Page 408: 406 Maintaining Your Vehicle

    406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 —...

  • Page 409: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.

  • Page 410: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE persists, the message will appear the next time the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- turn on the MIL.

  • Page 411: Replacement Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced a.

  • Page 412: Dealer Service

    410 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 413: Engine Oil

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level CAUTION! (Continued) before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will that protect the performance and durability of give you an incorrect reading.
  • Page 414 412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Selection CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions, the Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer- will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil tified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material pressure and an increase in oil temperature.
  • Page 415 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 Synthetic Engine Oils CAUTION! You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes chemicals can damage your engine.

  • Page 416: Engine Oil Filter

    414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Filter WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change. The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air Engine Oil Filter Selection cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or All of this manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type...

  • Page 417: Maintenance-Free Battery

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use tenance required.

  • Page 418: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    416 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 at the start of each warm season. This service should battery that the positive cable is attached to the include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance positive post and the negative cable is attached to...

  • Page 419: Body Lubrication

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling WARNING! R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning tioning system.

  • Page 420: Windshield Wiper Blades

    418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use removed.

  • Page 421: Exhaust System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield Exhaust System washer solvent only (not radiator antifreeze). The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some system.
  • Page 422 420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con- and can eventually poison you.
  • Page 423 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.

  • Page 424: Cooling System

    422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- WARNING! freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently •...
  • Page 425 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 Selection Of Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in • Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi- tional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they CAUTION! may not be compatible with the radiator engine...
  • Page 426 424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- (antifreeze). When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
  • Page 427 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children do not store ethylene glycol-based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
  • Page 428 426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. the coolant recovery bottle. If engine coolant (anti- freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to recovery bottle must also be protected against freez-...

  • Page 429: Brake System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is WARNING! equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or •...
  • Page 430 428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re- removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main- fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake taining Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 431 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could has been in a tightly closed container.

  • Page 432: Automatic Transmission (Cvt) - If Equipped

    430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Transmission (CVT) – If Equipped Special Additives Do not add any materials (other than leak detection dyes) Selection Of Lubricant to Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the (CVTF+4 ).

  • Page 433: Manual Transmission - If Equipped

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 level checked immediately. Operation with incorrect Frequency Of Fluid Change fluid level can cause severe transmission damage. Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of Fluid And Filter Changes the vehicle.

  • Page 434: Power Transfer Unit (Ptu) - Awd/4Wd Models Only

    432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check Fluid Level Check Visually inspect the unit at each oil change for leakage. If Visually inspected the unit at each oil change for leakage. leakage is detected, check the fluid level by removing the If leakage is detected, Check the fluid level by removing fill plug.
  • Page 435 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 • Salt in the air near sea coast localities. which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under- Washing body protection.
  • Page 436 434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will •...
  • Page 437 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If Equipped • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly ner: with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
  • Page 438 436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Care WARNING! Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting. Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean vinyl closed areas, they may cause respiratory harm.
  • Page 439 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 Glass Surfaces Instrument Panel Bezels All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis CAUTION! with MOPAR Glass Cleaner or any commercial household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve- cleaner.

  • Page 440: Fuses

    438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye or clean the seat belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. If the seat belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water.
  • Page 441 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Rear Center Brake 20 Amp Power Locks/Interior Light Switch Yellow Lighting 10 Amp Ignition Switch/ 15 Amp Power Outlet Occupant Classifica- Lt Blue tion Module 20 Amp 115V AC Inverter –...
  • Page 442 440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Auto Shutdown Relay 15 Amp Auto Shutdown Relay Green Lt Blue 20 Amp Radio Amplifiers 10 Amp Airbag Control Yellow Module 15 Amp Radio 10 Amp Airbag Control...
  • Page 443 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse • When installing the IPM cover, it is important to 10 Amp J1962 Conn/ ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully Powertrain Control latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get Module into the IPM, and possibly result in an electrical 30 Amp...

  • Page 444: Vehicle Storage

    442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you will not be using your vehicle for more than All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base. 21 days, you may want to take steps to preserve your Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not battery.

  • Page 445: Bulb Replacement

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 2. Reach into the engine compartment and pull the red LIGHTS BULBS – Exterior Bulb No. lock out at the green connector. Low Beam Headlamp ..... H11 High Beam Headlamp .

  • Page 446: Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamp

    444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamp 3. Twist and remove socket from lamp. 1. Remove the two push-pins from the taillamp housing. 4. Remove bulb from socket and replace. License Lamps 1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the snap tab to remove the lamp from the liftgate.

  • Page 447: Fluid Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 13.6 Gallons 51.5 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.0L and 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts 4.26 Liters Cooling System * 2.0L and 2.4L Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/Antifreeze 5 7.2 Quarts 6.8 Liters Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent)

  • Page 448: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts

    446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy- brid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.

  • Page 449: Chassis

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission (CVT) – If MOPAR CVTF+4 Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid Equipped Manual Transmission – If Equipped MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) MOPAR Gear &...

  • Page 451: Maintenance Schedules

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule ....450 Required Maintenance Intervals ..452...
  • Page 452 450 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime manual must be done at the times or mileages specified will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary. to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change vehicle performance and reliability.
  • Page 453 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 451 NOTE: referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In- oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom- even if the oil change indicator message is NOT...
  • Page 454 452 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once A Month At Each Oil Change • Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals CAUTION! as required.
  • Page 455 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 453 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...

  • Page 456: Service Schedule

    454 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 457 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 455 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 458 456 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 459 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 457 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 460 458 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 88,000 miles (143 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
  • Page 461 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 459 96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 96,000 miles (156 000 km). ❏...
  • Page 462 460 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or 112,000 Miles (182,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 463 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 461 120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 464 462 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (234,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 465 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 463 152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 152,000 miles (247 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
  • Page 466 464 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
  • Page 467 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Vehicle......467 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
  • Page 468 466 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Traction Grades ..... 473 Quality Grades ......473 Temperature Grades .

  • Page 469: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 467 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...

  • Page 470: 468 If You Need Consumer Assistance

    468 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (877) 426–5337 •...

  • Page 471: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 469 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.

  • Page 472: Warranty Information

    470 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment WARRANTY INFORMATION when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.

  • Page 473: In Canada

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 471 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
  • Page 474 472 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Service Manuals • Owner’s Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the information that students and professional technicians assistance of service and engineering specialists to need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group hicles.
  • Page 475 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 473 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
  • Page 476 474 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.

  • Page 477: Index

    INDEX...
  • Page 478 476 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ....314 Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ... 65,67,70 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ..423 Alarm Light .
  • Page 479 INDEX 477 Automatic Transmission ....298,430 Warning Light ..... . . 199 Fluid and Filter Changes .
  • Page 480 478 INDEX Cargo Compartment Clean Air Gasoline ..... . . 357 Light ......181 Cleaning Cargo Light .
  • Page 481 INDEX 479 Cooling System ......422 Diagnostic System, Onboard ....407 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .
  • Page 482 480 INDEX Electronic Roll Mitigation ....318 Oil Change Interval ....412 Traction Control System .
  • Page 483 INDEX 481 Flashers ......380 Fuel ......357,446 Hazard Warning .
  • Page 484 482 INDEX Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ... 160 Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™) ....98 Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ... . 361,363,407 Hazard Warning Flasher .
  • Page 485 INDEX 483 Hitches Introduction ......4 Trailer Towing ..... . . 368 HomeLink®...
  • Page 486 484 INDEX Lead Free Gasoline ..... . 357 Engine Temperature Warning ... . 199 Leaks, Fluid .
  • Page 487 INDEX 485 Voltage ......196 Manual Transaxle ..... 293,296 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) .
  • Page 488 486 INDEX Rearview ......94 Change Interval ..... 412 Vanity .
  • Page 489 INDEX 487 Personal Settings ......217 Pretensioners Pets ........84 Seat Belts .
  • Page 490 488 INDEX Remote Control Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ....86 Door Locks ......20 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .
  • Page 491 INDEX 489 Rear Seat ......42 Shift Lever Override ..... . 398 Seats .
  • Page 492 490 INDEX Steering Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ....80 Power ......308,309 Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .
  • Page 493 INDEX 491 Life of Tires ......343 Recreational ......377 Load Capacity .
  • Page 494 492 INDEX Transmitter Battery Service Vanity Mirrors ......98 (Remote Keyless Entry) ....25 Variance, Compass .
  • Page 495 INDEX 493 Washer Window Fogging ......287 Adding Fluid ..... . . 418 Windows .
  • Page 496 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only frequency signals.
  • Page 497 Chrysler Group LLC 3rd Edition Printed in U.S.A. 12MK49-126-AC...

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