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

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .
  • Page 6: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
  • Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number

    6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.
  • Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

    INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
  • Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Rearming Of The System ....18 Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) .
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Programming Additional Transmitters ..23 Wind Buffeting ..... . . 39 Transmitter Battery Replacement .
  • Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ..54 Safety Tips ......81 Seat Belt Extender .
  • Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) has four operating Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) when in position.
  • Page 15: Key Fob

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
  • Page 16: Ignition Or Accessory On Message

    14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Ignition Or Accessory On Message on the back of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or and then pull the key out with your other hand.
  • Page 17: Sentry Key

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 WARNING! CAUTION! • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. remove the Key Fob from vehicle, cycle the ignition •...
  • Page 18: Replacement Keys

    16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE After cycling the ignition to the ON/RUN position, the CAUTION! Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat- indicates that there is a problem with the electronics.
  • Page 19: Customer Key Programming

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Customer Key Programming CAUTION! Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be performed at an authorized dealer. Always remove the keys from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules Part 15 At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided...
  • Page 20: Rearming Of The System

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, triggers the alarm, the Vehicle Security Alarm will pro- vide the following audible and visible signals: the horn make sure the vehicle ignition system is OFF and the will pulse, the park lamps and/or turn signals will flash, key is physically removed from the ignition.
  • Page 21: To Disarm The System

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Disarm The System NOTE: • The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button on The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle the following methods: Security Alarm.
  • Page 22: Illuminated Entry - If Equipped

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tamper Alert NOTE: • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in your absence, the horn will sound three times when you tesy lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
  • Page 23: To Unlock The Doors

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” under “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors 1st Press This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter.
  • Page 24: To Lock The Doors

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Turn Headlights On With Remote Key Unlock turned on or turned off. To change the current setting, This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Understanding when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter.
  • Page 25: Programming Additional Transmitters

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless Transmitter Battery Replacement you turn it off by either pressing the PANIC button a The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 second time or drive the vehicle at a speed of 15 mph battery.
  • Page 26: General Information

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery clip, the RKE transmitter apart.
  • Page 27: Remote Starting System - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- NOTE: • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
  • Page 28 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • RKE PANIC button not pressed. Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped • System not disabled from previous remote start event The following messages will display in the EVIC if the •...
  • Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • The engine can be started two consecutive times (two To Enter Remote Start Mode Press and release the REMOTE START button 15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However, on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- the ignition must be cycled to the RUN position before onds.
  • Page 30: Door Locks

    28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The message “Push Start Button” will display in the EVIC until you push the START button. DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward.
  • Page 31: Power Door Locks

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 Power Door Locks WARNING! A power door lock switch is on each front door trim • For personal security and safety in the event of an panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. accident, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
  • Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your Keyless Enter-N-Go (Passive Entry) system. For further authorized dealer. Please see your authorized dealer for information, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go”...
  • Page 33: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
  • Page 34: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • Passive Entry may be programmed ON/OFF; refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Understanding Your Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Instrument Panel” for further information. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are •...
  • Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 To Unlock From The Passenger Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automati- cally.
  • Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The doors are locked using the LOCK button on the If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors Passive Entry door handles.
  • Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles, press the door handle LOCK button to lock all four doors.
  • Page 38: Windows

    36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
  • Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF To open the window part way, press the window switch position. Opening either front door will cancel this to the first detent and release it when you want the feature.
  • Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: 1. Pull the window switch up to close the window • If the window runs into any obstacle during auto- completely and continue to hold the switch up for an closure, it will reverse direction and then go back additional two seconds after the window is closed.
  • Page 41: Wind Buffeting

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, then open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, then adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting.
  • Page 42: Trunk Safety Warning

    40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The trunk lid can be released from Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” in “Things To Know outside the vehicle by pressing the Before Starting Your Vehicle” for more information on TRUNK button on the Remote trunk operation with the Passive Entry feature.
  • Page 43: Occupant Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS trunk can be simply opened by pulling on the glow-in- Some of the most important safety features in your the-dark handle attached to the trunk latching mecha- vehicle are the restraint systems: nism.
  • Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the enhance occupant protection by managing occupant risk of harm from a deploying air bag: energy during an impact event 1.
  • Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow (SAB), and deployment occurs, the SABIC and SAB air children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under bags will inflate forcefully into the space between you their arm.
  • Page 46: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    44 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 an accident that includes you.
  • Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 normal conditions. However, in an accident, the belt will WARNING! (Continued) lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make vehicle or being thrown out.
  • Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt adjust the front seat.
  • Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the not protect you properly.
  • Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug WARNING! belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in an • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of accident.
  • Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. above the webbing to release the anchorage, then move it The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. up or down to the position that fits you best. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully.
  • Page 52: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

    50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE you will prefer a higher position. When you release the 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the anchorage try to move it up and down to make sure that folded webbing.
  • Page 53: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 If the passenger seating position is equipped with an position that has a belt with this feature. Children ALR and is being used for normal usage: 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seat.
  • Page 54: Energy Management Feature

    52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioner WARNING! The seat belts for both front seating positions are • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of an if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- accident.
  • Page 55: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )

    5 mph (8 km/h), by blinking the Seat Belt BeltAlert can be enabled or disabled by your authorized Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime. dealer. Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend deac- Once the sequence starts, it will continue for the entire tivating BeltAlert .
  • Page 56: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is Using a seat belt extender when not needed can the best way to keep the baby safe.
  • Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 In addition, the vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental NOTE: These air bags are certified to the new Federal Driver Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument regulations for Advanced Air Bags. panel below the steering column.
  • Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Air Bag Warning Light and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC air bags are located above the side windows and their • Steering Wheel and Column covers are also labeled: SRS AIRBAG. •...
  • Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • No objects should be placed over or near the air driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as bag on the instrument panel, because any such determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC),...
  • Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios, etc. Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact.
  • Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) SABIC air bags may offer side-impact protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure. Each air bag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side- impact head injuries.
  • Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag brated to deploy the side air bags during impacts that The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag provides require air bag occupant protection.
  • Page 63: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls The Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag will not deploy in all frontal collisions, Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) including some that may produce substantial vehicle The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system damage —...
  • Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all acci- turns on the Air Bag Warning Light, either momentarily dents, and also are needed to help keep you in position, or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light away from an inflating air bag.
  • Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the Inflator Units vent holes in the sides of the air bag. In this way, the air The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
  • Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB) Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain Inflator Units (SABIC) Inflator Units The Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) are During collisions where the impact is confined to a designed to activate only in certain side collisions.
  • Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time, vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of the battery has power, until the ignition key is re- whether or not an air bag should have deployed.
  • Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air They are not permanent and normally heal quickly.
  • Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 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 70: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    68 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 71: Child Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 • How various systems in your vehicle were operating; To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, were buckled/fastened;...
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear can become a projectile inside the vehicle.
  • Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for LATCH child restraint anchor system. Refer to “Lower as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)”.
  • Page 74 • Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it dian residents should refer to Transport Canada’s web- site for additional information: http://www.tc.gc.ca/ has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety roadsafety/safedrivers/childsafety/index.htm Standards. Chrysler Group LLC also recommends that...
  • Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 you make sure that you can install the child restraint in Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it. Your vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH.
  • Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE kits or retrofit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re- straint in any vehicle. All three rear-seating positions have lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating LATCH-compatible child seats.
  • Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- are provided with the child restraint system. facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a located at the rear of the seat cushion where it...
  • Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE For center seating position route the tether strap over the seatback and adjustable headrest (with the headrest in the full down position) then attach the hook to the tether anchor located in the panel between the rear seatback and the rear window.
  • Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt WARNING! behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an increased head motion and possible injury to the inquisitive child.
  • Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Driver Center Passenger Belts CRS Lock CRS Lock CRS Lock The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are First Row equipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) to Second Row secure a Child Restraint System (CRS).
  • Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 2. Finally, pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint. Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary. To attach a child restraint tether strap: 1.
  • Page 82: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to Transporting Pets the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc- An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly tions.
  • Page 83: Safety Tips

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a SAFETY TIPS high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil Transporting Passengers changes should be consistent with anticipated climate NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
  • Page 84: Exhaust Gas

    82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and • If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate using a seat belt properly. open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set at high Exhaust Gas speed.
  • Page 85: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open Air Bag Warning Light seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes The light should come on and remain on for four to eight to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised turned ON.
  • Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals WARNING! (Continued) or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways. • Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top of already installed floor mats.
  • Page 87: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Lights WARNING! (Continued) Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high mounting can cause interference with the brake beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
  • Page 89: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......94 Power Mirrors ..... . . 97 Automatic Dimming Mirror .
  • Page 90 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Phone (8.4/8.4N) ... . . 109 Seats ......159 Uconnect Touch™...
  • Page 91 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 To Open And Close The Hood ... . 176 Turn Signals ......182 Lights .
  • Page 92 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights On With Wipers (Available With To Accelerate For Passing ....200 Automatic Headlights Only) ... . 190 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) —...
  • Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 Display Warnings And Maintenance ..215 Cleaning The Parksense System ..234 Precautions While Driving With ACC ..218 Parksense System Usage Precautions .
  • Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ..246 Sunshade Operation ....252 Using HomeLink ....247 Wind Buffeting .
  • Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Closing Power Shade — Manual Mode ..256 Console Features ....266 Pinch Protect Feature .
  • Page 96: Mirrors

    94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Mirror This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. This feature will be defaulted on, and only be disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse. NOTE: This feature is disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse.
  • Page 97: Outside Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Outside Mirrors Outside Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) Some models have outside mirrors that are hinged. The to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight hinge allows the mirror to pivot forward and rearward to overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
  • Page 98: Tilt Mirrors In Reverse - If Equipped

    96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Three of the LEDs are turn signal indicators, which flash Tilt Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped with the corresponding turn signal lights in the front and Tilt Mirrors in Reverse provides automatic outside mirror rear of the vehicle.
  • Page 99: Power Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Power Mirrors The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a door trim panel. mirror, press either the L (left) or R (right) button to select the mirror that you want to adjust.
  • Page 100: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped

    98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the switch once and the mirrors will fold in, Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped pressing the switch a second time will return the mirrors An illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor. to the normal driving position.
  • Page 101: Slide-On-Rod" And Extender Features Of Sun Visor

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of Sun Visor To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature of the sun visor, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the sun visor so it is parallel to the side window, grabbing the sun visor with your left hand pull rearwards until the sun visor is in the desired position.
  • Page 102: Blind Spot Monitoring - If Equipped

    100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE BLIND SPOT MONITORING — IF EQUIPPED When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to to let the driver know that the system is operational.
  • Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 The BSM detection zone covers approximately one lane beyond the side of your vehicle, this may result in the on both sides of the vehicle (11 ft or 3.35 m). The zone BSM warning light remaining illuminated the entire starts at the outside rear view mirror and extends ap- time the vehicle is in a forward gear.
  • Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entering From The Side Entering From The Rear Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side of the vehicle. side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
  • Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed of less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning light will be illuminated.
  • Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, berms, etc. However, occasionally the system may alert on such objects. This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require service.
  • Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are WARNING! traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in adjacent lanes. The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones.
  • Page 108: Rear Cross Path

    106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cross Path The Rear Cross Path (RCP) feature is intended to aid the drivers when backing out of parking spaces where their vision of oncoming vehicles may be blocked. Proceed slowly and cautiously out of the parking space until the rear end of the vehicle is exposed.
  • Page 109: Modes Of Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can Modes Of Operation be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the Three selectable modes of operation are available in the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the Uconnect Touch™...
  • Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime Blind Spot Alert Off will also be sounded. Whenever a turn signal and de- When the BSM system is turned off, there will be no tected object are present on the same side at the same visual or audible alerts from either the BSM or RCP time, both the visual and audio alerts will be issued.
  • Page 111: Uconnect™ Phone (8.4/8.4N)

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 • Calling Back the last incoming call number (“Call Uconnect™ Phone (8.4/8.4N) Back”). Uconnect Touch™ 8.4/8.4 Nav • View Call logs on screen (“Show incoming calls”, Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system.
  • Page 112 Uconnect™ Phone. roadway ahead. Failure to do so may result in an accident causing serious injury or death. For Uconnect™ customer support, visit the following websites: The Uconnect™ Phone is driven through your • www.chrysler.com/uconnect Bluetooth “Hands-Free Profile” mobile phone.
  • Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Uconnect™ Phone works no matter where you stow your Uconnect™ Voice Command Button mobile phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as The Uconnect™ Voice Command Button long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to is only used for “barge in”...
  • Page 114: Operation

    112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Operation “John Smith” and then “mobile”, the following com- Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ pound command can be said: “Call John Smith mo- Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone bile”.
  • Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Natural speech allows the user to speak commands in Help Command phrases or complete sentences. The system filters out If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to certain non-word utterances and sounds such as “ah” know your options at any prompt, say “Help”...
  • Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Pressing the buttons while the 2. If there is no phone currently connected with the system is playing is known as “Barging In”, refer to system, a pop-up will appear. “Barge — Overriding Prompts”...
  • Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 • If No is selected, touch the “Settings” soft-key from the Uconnect™ Phone main screen, • Touch the “Add Device” soft-key, • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone. When prompted on the phone, enter the name and PIN shown on the Uconnect Touch™...
  • Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pair Additional Mobile Phones • Touch the “More” soft-key to begin, • Touch the “Settings” soft-key, • Next, touch the “Phone/Bluetooth ” soft-key, • Touch the “Add Device” soft-key, • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth en- abled mobile phone.
  • Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 • Uconnect™ Phone will display an in process screen You can also use the following VR commands to bring up the Paired Phone screen from any screen on the radio: while the system is connecting, •...
  • Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Touch the + soft-key located to the right of the device Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio Device name, Uconnect™ Phone will automatically connect to the • The options pop-up will be displayed, highest priority paired phone and/or Audio Device •...
  • Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite phonebook. Specific Bluetooth Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature. See Uconnect™ • Touch the “Settings” soft-key, website for supported phones. • Touch the “Phone/Bluetooth ” soft-key, •...
  • Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail- 2. After loading the mobile phonebook, select phone- able, the previously downloaded phonebook is avail- book from the Phone main screen, then select the appro- able for use.
  • Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 3. From the Phone main screen, select phonebook. From the phonebook screen, select the “Favorites” soft-key and then select the + soft-key located to the right of the phonebook record. Select an empty entry and touch the + on that selected entry.
  • Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Touch the + next to the Favorite you would like to Emergency And Towing Assistance remove. The Emergency and Towing Favorite numbers can only be altered. These cannot be deleted and the names cannot be changed.
  • Page 125: Phone Call Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 For example, if your mobile service plan provides three- way calling, this feature can be accessed through the Uconnect™ Phone. Check with your mobile service pro- vider for the features that you have. Ways To Initiate A Phone Call Listed below are all the ways you can initiate a phone call with Uconnect™...
  • Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: All of the above operations except Redial can be Call Controls done with 1 call or less active. The touch-screen allows you to control the following call features: Dial By Saying A Number •...
  • Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Touch-Tone Number Entry • Touch the “Phone” soft-key, • Touch the “Dial” soft-key, • The Touch-Tone screen will be displayed, • Use the numbered soft-keys to enter the number and touch “Call”. To send a touch tone using Voice Recognition (VR), press button while in a call and say “Send 1234#”...
  • Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE These can be accessed by touching the “recent calls” Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call soft-key on the Phone main screen. Currently In Progress If a call is currently in progress and you have another You can also press the button and say “Show my incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for...
  • Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 in progress. Or you can place a call on hold by touching Join Calls the Hold soft-key on the Phone main screen, then dial a When two calls are in progress (one active and one on number from the dialpad, recent calls, SMS Inbox or from hold), touch the “Join Calls”...
  • Page 130: Uconnect™ Phone Features

    128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect™ Phone will call the last number that If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect™ Phone is was dialed from your mobile phone. operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: Call Continuation •...
  • Page 131 3454 for Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for outside Uconnect™ Phone to allow use of this vehicle feature Mexico City in Mexico). Please refer to the Chrysler in emergency situations, when the mobile phone has Group LLC 24-Hour “Towing Assistance” coverage...
  • Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE You can use your Uconnect™ Phone to access a voice You can also send stored mobile phonebook entries as mail system or an automated service, such as a paging tones for fast and easy access to voice mail and pager service or automated customer service line.
  • Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 • Pauses, wait or other characters that are supported by • Touch the “Display” soft-key, then scroll down to some phones are not supported over Bluetooth . Voice Response Length, These additional symbols will be ignored in the dial- •...
  • Page 134: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE audio system. The Uconnect™ Phone will work the same Advanced Phone Connectivity as if you dial the number using voice command. Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the The Uconnect™...
  • Page 135: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 • Performance is maximized under: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone • low-to-medium blower setting, Voice Command • low-to-medium vehicle speed, • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to • low road noise, provide at least ⁄...
  • Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Phonebook (Mobile and Favorites) name recognition • fully closed windows, rate is optimized when the entries are not similar. • dry weather conditions, and • You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). •...
  • Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Uconnect™ Phone can read or send new messages on your phone. Your phone must support SMS over Bluetooth in order to use this feature. If the Uconnect™ Phone determines your phone is not compatible with SMS messaging over Bluetooth the “Messaging”...
  • Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Read Messages: Once a message is received and viewed or listened to, you will have the following options: If you receive a new text message while your phone is • Send a Reply connected to Uconnect™...
  • Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Send Messages Using Voice Commands: • Press the button, • After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, say “Send message to John Smith mobile”, • After the system prompts you for what message you want to send, say the message you wish to send or say “List”.
  • Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. I can’t talk right now. After the system confirms that you want to send your message to John Smith, your message will be sent. 5. Call me. 6. I’ll call you later. 7.
  • Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Bluetooth Communication Link Power-Up Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the Uconnect™ Phone. When this happens, the connection ON or ACC position, or after a language change, you can generally be reestablished by switching the phone must wait at least 15 seconds prior to using the system.
  • Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
  • Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 • You can replace “248 555 1212” with any phone NOTE: • You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your number supported by your Mobile phone. mobile or favorite phone book. You can also say “Send •...
  • Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 145: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 • If your phone does not support phonebook download NOTE: • You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your or call log download over Bluetooth than these com- mobile or favorite phone book. You can also say “Send mands will return a response that the contact does not a message to John Smith”...
  • Page 146: Voice Command

    144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE VOICE COMMAND WARNING! Uconnect Touch™ 8.4/8.4 Nav Any voice commanded system should be used only The Uconnect™ Voice Command system al- in safe driving conditions following local laws. All lows you to control your AM, FM radio, satel- attention should be kept on the roadway ahead.
  • Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 If a command is not spoken a second time, the system When using this system, you should speak clearly and at will respond with an error and give some direction as a normal speaking volume. what can be said based on the context you are in.
  • Page 148: Uconnect™ Voice Commands

    146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Natural Speech Uconnect™ Voice Commands Natural speech allows the user to speak commands in The Uconnect™ Voice Command system understands phrases or complete sentences. The system filters out two types of commands. Universal commands are avail- certain non-word utterances and sounds such as “ah”...
  • Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Starting Voice Recognition (VR) Session in Disc Radio/Player Modes To switch to the disc mode, say “Change source to Disc”. In this mode, you can say the following commands: This command can be given in any mode or screen: •...
  • Page 150: Voice Tree

    148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
  • Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 NOTE: 1. You can replace “950 AM” with any other AM or FM frequency, such as “98.7 FM”. 2. You can replace “80’s on 8” with any other satellite station name received by the radio. 3.
  • Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 NOTE: 1. You can replace the album, artist, song, genre, playlist, podcast and audio book names with any corresponding names on the current device that is playing. 2. You can replace “8” with any track on the CD that is currently playing.
  • Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 NOTE: 1. You can replace “NFL” with any league shown on the sports league screen. For example you can say “Show MLB headlines” or “Show PGA headlines”. 2. You can replace “Headlines” with any menu items shown on a league screen.
  • Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 NOTE: 1. Only available with Navigation equipped vehicles. 2. You can replace “Player” with “Radio”, “Navigation”, “Phone”, “Climate”, “More” or “Settings”. 3. Navigation commands only work if equipped with Navigation. 4. Available Voice Commands are shown in bold face and shaded grey.
  • Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 NOTE: 1. You can also say “Find City”, “Find Favorite”, “Find Play by Category”, “Find Play by Name”, “Find Recently Found”, “Where to?” or “Go Home”. 2. You can say “Find Nearest” then “Restaurant”, “Fuel”, “Transit”, “Lodging”, “Shopping”, “Bank”, “Entertain- ment”, “Recreation”,...
  • Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 161: Seats

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 NOTE: Available Voice Commands are shown in bold SEATS face and shaded grey. Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the vehicle. WARNING! • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
  • Page 162: Power Seats

    160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats On models equipped with power seats, the switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor. Use this switch to move the driver’s seat up or down, forward or rearward or to recline the seatback.
  • Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down WARNING! The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. upward or push downward on the seat switch, the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
  • Page 164: Power Lumbar - If Equipped

    162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path.
  • Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Front Heated Seat Operations — Uconnect Touch™ WARNING! 8.4 and 8.4 Nav: • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin Press the “Controls” soft-key located on the bottom of the Uconnect Touch™...
  • Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt once to select HI-level heating. Press the soft- within two to five minutes. key a second time to select LO-level heating. When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will Press the soft-key a third time to shut the provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes...
  • Page 167: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 • The engine must be running for the heated seats to Rear Heated Seats On some models, the two outboard seats are equipped operate. with heated seats. The heated seat switches for these When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will seats are located on the rear of the center console.
  • Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The ventilated seats can be operated using the Uconnect Press the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key once to Touch™ System. select HI-level ventilation. Press the soft-key a second time to select LO-level ventilation. Press the soft-key a Front Ventilated Seat Operation —...
  • Page 169: Head Restraints

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start WARNING! On models that are equipped with remote start, the driver’s ventilated seat can be programmed to come on The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- during a remote start.
  • Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The AHRs will automatically return to their normal position following a rear impact. If the AHRs do not return to their normal position see your authorized dealer immediately. To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint.
  • Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 WARNING! Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players. These items may interfere with the operation of the Active Head Restraint in the event of a collision and could result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 172: Folding Rear Seat

    170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat After releasing the seatback, it can be folded forward. The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area. To fold the rear seatback, pull on the loops located on the upper seatback. NOTE: These loops can be tucked away when not in use.
  • Page 173: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! This feature allows the driver to store up to two different • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into memory profiles for easy recall through a memory switch.
  • Page 174: Programming The Memory Feature

    172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The memory seat switch is located on the driver’s door Programming The Memory Feature trim panel. The switch consists of three buttons: The (S) To create a new memory profile, perform the following: button, which is used to activate the memory save 1.
  • Page 175: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 • The Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock feature 3. Once the profile has been recalled, press and release can be enabled through the Uconnect Touch™ System, the SET (S) button on the memory switch, then press and refer to “Uconnect Touch™...
  • Page 176: Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With Memory Seat Only)

    174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To recall the memory settings for driver one, press Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With Memory Seat MEMORY button number (1) on the driver’s door or the Only) UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter linked to This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to memory position 1.
  • Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 • When you remove the Key Fob from the ignition (or Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy change the ignition to OFF, for vehicles equipped with Entry and Easy Exit position. Keyless Enter-N-Go), the driver seat will move to a NOTE: The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature can be en- position 0.3 in (7.7 mm) forward of the rear stop if the...
  • Page 178: To Open And Close The Hood

    176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety Two latches must be released to open the hood. catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood.
  • Page 179: Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 LIGHTS CAUTION! Headlight Switch To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to The headlight switch is located on the left side of close it. Lower the hood, until it is open approxi- the instrument panel.
  • Page 180: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped

    178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent Headlights On With Wipers (Available With for parking light and instrument panel light operation. Automatic Headlights Only) Rotate the headlight switch to the second detent for When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on headlight, parking light and instrument panel light approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on...
  • Page 181: Smartbeam™ - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 the headlights within 45 seconds. The delay interval SmartBeam™ — If Equipped begins when the headlight switch is turned off. The SmartBeam™ system provides increased forward lighting at night by automating high beam control If you turn the headlights or parking lights on, or place through the use of a digital camera mounted on the the ignition in ACC or RUN, the system will cancel the...
  • Page 182: Adaptive Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlights - If Equipped

    180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the windshield or SmartBeam™ mirror is replaced, the Adaptive Bi-Xenon High Intensity Discharge SmartBeam™ mirror must be re-aimed to ensure proper Headlights — If Equipped performance. See your local authorized dealer. This system automatically swivels the headlight beam pattern horizontally to provide increased illumination in To Activate the direction the vehicle is steering.
  • Page 183: Daytime Running Lights (Drl)

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Daytime Running Lights (DRL) The LED Daytime Running Lights will come on when- ever the ignition is placed in the RUN position, the headlights are off and the parking brake is off. The headlight switch must be used for normal nighttime driving.
  • Page 184: Multifunction Lever

    182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates when the fog lights are turned on. NOTE: The fog lights will operate with the low beam headlights or parking lights on. However, selecting the high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.
  • Page 185: Lane Change Assist

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 NOTE: High/Low Beam Switch • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light the headlights to high beam.
  • Page 186: Front Map/Reading Lights

    184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Map/Reading Lights second time. The lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) is The front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- pressed. head console. Front Map/Reading Light Switches Front Map/Reading Lights Each light can be turned on by pressing a switch on either...
  • Page 187: Courtesy Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Courtesy Lights Ambient Light The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil- corner of the lens. To turn the lights off, press the lens a ity of the floor center console and PRNDL area.
  • Page 188: Interior Lights

    186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened. To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open.
  • Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 Ambient Light Control Rotate the right dimmer control upward or downward to increase or decrease the brightness of the door handle lights and ambient light located in the overhead console. Instrument Panel Dimmer Door Handle/Ambient Light Dimmer...
  • Page 190: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dome Light Position WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the The multifunction lever operates the windshield wipers second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior and washer when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this or ACC position.
  • Page 191: Intermittent Wiper System

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 Intermittent Wiper System CAUTION! Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be- tween cycles desirable. Rotate the end of the multifunc- through an automatic car wash.
  • Page 192: Mist Feature

    190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mist Feature If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper is Rotate the end of the lever downward to the Mist turned off, the wipers will operate for three wipe cycles position to activate a single wipe cycle to clear off road and then turn off.
  • Page 193: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be turned on automatically change between an intermittent wipe, slow and off using the Uconnect Touch™ System, refer to wipe and a fast wipe depending on the amount of “Uconnect Touch™...
  • Page 194: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Rain Sensing system has protective features for the TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN wiper blades and arms. It will not operate under the This feature allows you to tilt the steering column following conditions: upward or downward.
  • Page 195: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN down. To tilt the steering column, move the steering — IF EQUIPPED wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward.
  • Page 196: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped

    194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To tilt the steering column, move the switch up or down WARNING! as desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the switch toward you or push the switch away from Do not adjust the steering column while driving. you as desired.
  • Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 The heated steering wheel can be turned on and off using the Uconnect Touch™ System. Touch the “Controls” soft-key then touch the “Heated Steering Wheel” soft-key to turn on the heated steering wheel. Press the “Heated Steering Wheel” soft-key a second time to turn the heated steering wheel off.
  • Page 198: Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped

    196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting System ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED — If Equipped” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a Vehicle”...
  • Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control Sys- tem is on. The following messages will be displayed on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle In- formation System (EVIC) if the pedals are attempted to be adjusted when the system is locked out (“Adjust- able Pedal Disabled —...
  • Page 200: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped

    198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the CAUTION! right side of the steering wheel. Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls.
  • Page 201: To Activate

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control To Set A Desired Speed System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button vehicle set speed.
  • Page 202: To Resume Speed

    200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Speed decrease until the button is released. Release the button To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) when the desired speed is reached, and the new set speed button and release.
  • Page 203: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so ACC will allow you to keep cruise control engaged in it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed light to moderate traffic conditions without the constant Control.
  • Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) − Cannot take street, traffic, and weather conditions • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience into account, and may be limited upon adverse sight system. It is not a substitute for active driving distance conditions.
  • Page 205 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 The Cruise Control system has two control modes: WARNING! • Adaptive Cruise Control mode for maintaining an You should switch off the ACC system: appropriate distance between vehicles. • When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, •...
  • Page 206: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation

    204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation NOTE: Any chassis/suspension modifications to the The speed control buttons (located on the right side of the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise steering wheel) operates the ACC system. Control.
  • Page 207: To Activate

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 • When the automatic transmission is in PARK, RE- VERSE or NEUTRAL. • When pushing the RES + button without a previously set speed in memory. To Activate Push and release the ON/OFF button. The ACC menu in the EVIC displays “Adaptive Cruise Ready.”...
  • Page 208: To Set A Desired Acc Speed

    206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To turn the system OFF, push and release the ON/OFF WARNING! button again. At this time, the system will turn off and the EVIC will display “Adaptive Cruise Control Off.” Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system on when not in use is dangerous.
  • Page 209 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 • The system will not be controlling the distance be- tween your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. The vehicle speed will only be determined by the position of the accelerator pedal. ACC Set Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 210: To Cancel

    208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Cancel The system will disable ACC without erasing the memory if: • You softly tap the brake pedal. • You depress the brake pedal. • You press the CANCEL switch. • An Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) event occurs. •...
  • Page 211: To Resume Speed

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 To Resume Speed To Vary The Speed Setting Press the RES + button and release. Then remove your While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by foot from the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the pressing and holding the RES + button.
  • Page 212: Setting The Following Distance In Acc

    210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph Setting The Following Distance In ACC (1.6 km/h) decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of The specified following distance for ACC can be set by the button results in a decrease of 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
  • Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 Distance Set 2 (medium) Distance Set 1 (short) To change the distance setting, press the Distance button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting adjusts between 3 (long), 2 (medium), and 1 (short).
  • Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the set speed. If a slower moving vehicle is detected in the ACC Activation). same lane, the EVIC displays the “Sensed Vehicle Indi- The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited;...
  • Page 215 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 Brake Alert 3 Brake Alert 2...
  • Page 216: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Menu

    214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “ACC” or “Cruise” is highlighted in the EVIC. Status of the ACC or Cruise is also displayed in the menu line. Press and release the SELECT (right arrow) button to display the following information: Adaptive Cruise Control Off −...
  • Page 217: Display Warnings And Maintenance

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 ACC SET The EVIC will return to the last display selected after five seconds of no ACC display activity. − When ACC is set, the set speed will display. Display Warnings And Maintenance The set speed will continue to display in place of the odometer reading when changing the EVIC display “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”...
  • Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so left these areas. Under rare conditions, when the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path this could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and warning may temporarily occur.
  • Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 ACC Unavailable Warning If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Unavailable”, there may be a temporary malfunction that limits ACC functionality. Although the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, ACC will be temporarily unavailable.
  • Page 220: Precautions While Driving With Acc

    218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Precautions While Driving With ACC In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection issues. In these cases, ACC may brake late or unexpect- edly. The driver needs to stay alert and may need to intervene.
  • Page 221 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 Using ACC On Hills When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic conditions, and the steepness of the hills, ACC perfor- mance may be limited.
  • Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Changing ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are traveling. In the illustration shown, ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes and it may not detect the vehicle until it’s too late for the ACC system to take action.
  • Page 223: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 Stationary Objects And Vehicles General Information ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary FCC Requirements For Vehicular Radar Systems vehicles. For example, ACC will not react in situations Classification Specifications: where the vehicle you are following exits your lane and 47 C.F.R.
  • Page 224: Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode

    222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode WARNING! In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, a normal (fixed speed) Cruise Control mode is available for cruis- In the normal Cruise Control mode, the system will ing at fixed speeds.
  • Page 225 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 To Vary The Speed Setting To Resume There are two ways to change the set speed: Press the RES + button and then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the last set •...
  • Page 226: Forward Collision Warning - If Equipped

    224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped WARNING! Forward Collision Warning (FCW) warns the driver of a potential collision with the vehicle in front of you and Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to prompts the driver to take action in order to avoid the avoid a collision on its own.
  • Page 227 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 Changing the FCW status to the “Near” setting, allows NOTE: • In the “Off” setting FCW OFF will be displayed on the the system to warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you when you are much closer.
  • Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE FCW Unavailable Warning If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ FCW Unavailable, Vehicle System Error”, there may be a temporary malfunction that limits FCW functionality. Although the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, FCW will be temporarily unavailable.
  • Page 229: Parksense Park Assist - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 PARKSENSE PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED ParkSense Sensors The ParkSense Park Assist system provides visual and The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/ audible indications of the distance between the rear bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is and/or front fascia and a detected obstacle when backing within the sensors’...
  • Page 230: Parksense Warning Display

    228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense Warning Display The ParkSense Warning screen will only be displayed if Sound and Display is selected from the Uconnect Touch™ System. Refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- formation.
  • Page 231: Parksense Display

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 ParkSense Display The warning display will turn ON indicating the system status when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the vehicle is in DRIVE and an obstacle has been detected. Park Assist System Off Park Assist System ON...
  • Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
  • Page 233 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: Continuous Tone...
  • Page 234: Front Park Assist Audible Alerts

    232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than 12 in (in/cm) 79 in (200 cm) (200-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) (30 cm) Front Distance Greater than 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in...
  • Page 235: Service The Parksense Park Assist System

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 information. When the shift lever is moved to REVERSE the “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” message for as or to DRIVE (at or below 7 mph [11 km/h]) and the long as the vehicle is in REVERSE or DRIVE (at speeds system is disabled, the EVIC will display the “PARK less than 7 mph [11 km/h]).
  • Page 236: Cleaning The Parksense System

    234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE or Cleaning The ParkSense System Clean the ParkSense sensors with water, car wash soap DRIVE position and ParkSense is turned off, the and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths. Do not EVIC will display “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF”...
  • Page 237 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 CAUTION! WARNING! • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable • Drivers must be careful when backing up even to recognize every obstacle, including small ob- when using the ParkSense Park Assist System. stacles.
  • Page 238: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped

    236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF WARNING! (Continued) EQUIPPED • Before using the ParkSense Park Assist System, it Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear is strongly recommended that the ball mount and Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the ve- image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever...
  • Page 239 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width of the vehicle while a dashed center-line will indicate the center of the vehicle to assist with parking or aligning to a hitch/receiver. The static grid lines will show separate zones that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle.
  • Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always be used as a parking aid. The ParkView camera is check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to unable to view every obstacle or object in your check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob-...
  • Page 241: Turning Parkview On Or Off - With Touch Screen Radio

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 Turning ParkView On Or Off — With Touch OVERHEAD CONSOLE Screen Radio The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights and storage for sunglasses. Universal Garage Door 1. Turn the Radio on. Opener (HomeLink ) and power sunroof switches may 2.
  • Page 242: Front Map/Reading Lights

    240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Map/Reading Lights To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights will can be turned on by pressing the switch on either side of also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE is the console.
  • Page 243: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 The HomeLink buttons, located on either the overhead console, headliner or sunvisor, designate the three differ- ent HomeLink channels. The HomeLink indicator is located above the center button. Sunglass Bin Door GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ized gates, lighting or home security systems.
  • Page 244: Before You Begin Programming Homelink

    242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 245: Programming A Rolling Code

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 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 246 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 247: Programming A Non-Rolling Code

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 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 release the button.
  • Page 248: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming

    246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 249: Using Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 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 250: Security

    248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 251: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 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 two conditions: while you are programming the universal trans- ceiver.
  • Page 252: Power Sunroof - If Equipped

    250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in visors on the overhead console. the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
  • Page 253: Opening Sunroof - Express

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 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 254: Pinch Protect Override

    252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts re- Sunshade Operation sult in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.
  • Page 255: Sunroof Maintenance

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 Sunroof Maintenance NOTE: • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the glass panel. sunroof switch will remain active for up to approxi- mately ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned Ignition OFF Operation to the LOCK position.
  • Page 256: Commandview Sunroof With Power Shade - If Equipped

    254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE COMMANDVIEW SUNROOF WITH POWER WARNING! SHADE — IF EQUIPPED • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in The CommandView sunroof switch is located to the left between the sun visors on the overhead console. the ignition switch.
  • Page 257: Opening Sunroof - Express

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 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 258: Opening Power Shade - Manual Mode

    256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Power Shade — Manual Mode movement and the shade will remain in a partially closed To open the shade, press and hold the switch rearward to condition until the switch is pushed and held forward full open.
  • Page 259: Wind Buffeting

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 NOTE: Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is Ignition Off Operation pressed. For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switch Wind Buffeting will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of is turned to the LOCK position.
  • Page 260: Sunroof Fully Closed

    258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunroof Fully Closed CAUTION! Press the switch forward and release to ensure that the • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts sunroof is fully closed. (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the There are three 12 Volt (13 Amp) electrical power outlets...
  • Page 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 The center console outlet is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent the engine from starting. Front Power Outlet WARNING! Do not place ashes inside the cubby bin located on the center console on vehicle’s not equipped with the...
  • Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE There is also a 12 volt power outlet located on the back of the center console for rear passengers. This power outlet has power available only when the ignition is placed in the ACC or RUN position. Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 —...
  • Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 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 264: Cupholders

    262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces- sory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage. CUPHOLDERS Front Seat Cupholders The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the...
  • Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 Front Cupholders Heated And Cooled Cupholder Switches Heated and Cooled Cupholders — If Equipped Press the “Cold” symbol once to turn on the cupholder; Your vehicle may be equipped with heated and cooled press the symbol a second time to turn the cupholder off.
  • Page 266: Rear Seat Cupholders

    264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE convenient access to beverage cans or bottles while WARNING! maintaining a resting place for the rear occupant’ s elbows. When using the cupholder in the “Heat” position, avoid contact with the heated portion of the cup- holder in order to reduce the possibility of burns.
  • Page 267: Storage

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 passengers. The light ring is controlled by the Dimmer STORAGE Control. Refer to “Lights” in “Understanding The Fea- Glovebox Storage tures Of Your Vehicle” for further information. The glovebox storage compartment is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel.
  • Page 268: Console Features

    266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Two separate storage compartments are also located underneath the center console armrest. Opened Glovebox Storage Compartment Console Features There is a cubby bin located forward of the shift lever. Center Console The cubby bin is covered with a push-push actuated Inside the center console armrest, there is a removable door.
  • Page 269: Door Storage

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 small items like an ipod or phone. Below the upper tray, Door Storage the lower storage compartment is made for larger items, The door panels contain storage areas. like CDs and tissue boxes. In addition, the 12 volt power outlet, USB and Aux jack are located here.
  • Page 270: Rear Seat Armrest Storage - If Equipped

    268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Seat Armrest Storage — If Equipped Cargo Area — Vehicles Equipped with 60/40 For rear passengers there is a storage bin located in the Split-Folding Rear Seat armrest. Lift upward on the latch to open the storage The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying compartment.
  • Page 271 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the The weight and position of cargo and passengers can rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle position) should not be used as a play area by handling.
  • Page 272: Cargo Area Features

    270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CARGO AREA FEATURES Trunk Mat — If Equipped A trunk mat covers the bottom of the cargo area. The trunk mat is used to protect the interior of the trunk from mud, snow, and debris. GROCERY BAG HOOKS The rear cargo area is equipped with grocery bag hooks, located on either side of the rear cargo area.
  • Page 273: Power Sunshade - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window Power Sunshade — If Equipped defroster automatically turns off after approximately Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sunshade 10 minutes. For an additional five minutes of operation, that will reduce the amount of sunlight that will shine press the button a second time.
  • Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The rear sunshade control switch can be locked out with the rear passenger window controls from the driver switch window lockout switch. Power Sunshade Soft-Key The power sunshade can also be operated by passengers in the rears seats.
  • Page 275: Load Leveling System - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The automatic load leveling system will provide a level- riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading conditions. A hydraulic pump contained within the shock absorbers raises the rear of the vehicle to the correct height. It takes approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) of driving for the leveling to complete depending on road surface conditions.
  • Page 277: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....277 EVIC Red Telltales ....295 Instrument Cluster .
  • Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Messages # ......303 Steering Wheel Audio Controls ... . 321 Turn Menu Off .
  • Page 279: Instrument Panel Features

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 7 — ESC Off Switch 13 — Engine Start/Stop Button 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Uconnect Touch™ System Hard Controls 14 — Trunk Release Button 3 — Hazard Switch 9 —...
  • Page 280: Instrument Cluster

    278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
  • Page 281: Instrument Cluster - Premium

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
  • Page 282: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 4. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the front fog 1. Tachometer lights are on. This gauge measures engine revolutions-per-minute (RPM x 1000). 5. High Beam Indicator This indicator shows that the high beam head- 2.
  • Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 technician should leave the odometer reading the same NOTE: • You must apply the brakes before shifting from PARK. as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so, then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must •...
  • Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS tires.) low tire pressure telltale.
  • Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the 8. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of to continue to function properly. an onboard diagnostic system, called OBD, that monitors engine and automatic transmission con- CAUTION!
  • Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 9. Speedometer CAUTION! Indicates vehicle speed. Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause 10. Fuel Door Reminder damage to the engine control system. It also could The arrow in this symbol is a reminder that the affect fuel economy and drivability.
  • Page 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 13. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light 14. Sport Mode — If Equipped This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System This light will illuminate when the sport mode (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition is selected.
  • Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17. Brake Warning Light The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- This light monitors various brake functions, ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic including brake fluid level and parking brake system.
  • Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
  • Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see 19. Seat Belt Reminder Light your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/ problem diagnosed and corrected. RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check.
  • Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads others could be badly burned by steam or boiling “H”...
  • Page 292: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful (EVIC) information by pressing the switches mounted on the The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the following: tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the •...
  • Page 293 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 The system allows the driver to select information by UP Button pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the UP button to scroll up- wheel: ward through the main menu and Vehicle Info and Trip Info sub-menus (Fuel Economy, Ve- hicle Info, Tire PSI, Cruise, Messages, Trip Info, Vehicle Speed, and Turn Menu OFF) and sub-menus.
  • Page 294: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays

    292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL BACK Button messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn- Press the BACK button to return to the main ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall menu from an info screen or sub-menu item. into several categories: •...
  • Page 295: Evic White Telltales

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 of this message type are Turn Signal On (if a turn signal EVIC White Telltales is left on) and Lights On (if driver leaves the vehicle). This area will show reconfigurable white caution tell- tales. These telltales include: •...
  • Page 296: Evic Amber Telltales

    294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Electronic Speed Control SET • Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF This telltale will illuminate when the electronic This telltale informs the driver that the For- speed control is SET. For further information, ward Collision Warning feature is Off. The refer to “Electronic Speed Control”...
  • Page 297: Evic Red Telltales

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Malfunction • Door Ajar This light will turn on when a ACC is not This telltale turns on when one or more doors operating and needs service. For further infor- are ajar.
  • Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Charging System Telltale vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is This telltale shows the status of the electrical placed in the PARK position. The telltale should turn off. charging system. If the telltale stays on or comes If the telltale remains lit with the engine running, your on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non- vehicle will usually be drivable.
  • Page 299 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 If the telltale turns on while driving, safely pull over and CAUTION! stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve- Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera- hicle.
  • Page 300: Oil Change Due

    298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Oil Change Due 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change within 10 seconds. indicator system. The Oil Change Due message will 3. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE display in the EVIC for five seconds after a single chime START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the has sounded at the start of each ignition that an oil...
  • Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 which displays 0 immediately after reset. Then, the history information will be erased, and the averaging will continue from the last fuel average reading before the reset. There is an ECO icon in the lower portion of the EVIC display.
  • Page 302: Cruise Control

    300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel Cruise Control tank level. DTE cannot be reset through the SELECT Press and release the UP or DOWN button until ACC (if button. equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control) or Cruise is highlighted in the EVIC.
  • Page 303: Vehicle Speed

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 other feature is in the EVIC main display, the Cruise Trip Info status will be displayed in place of the EVIC odometer Press and release the UP or DOWN button until Trip line. Info is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the SELECT button to display the following three trip fea- Press and release the BACK button to return to the main tures in the next screen:...
  • Page 304: Tire Psi

    302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If tire pressure is OK for all tires a vehicle ICON is Trip B Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last displayed with tire pressure values in each corner of reset.
  • Page 305: Messages

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 • Coolant Temp Messages # Displays the actual coolant temperature. Select from Main Menu using the UP or DOWN buttons. This feature shows the number of stored warning mes- • AWD Status — If Equipped sages (in the # place holder).
  • Page 306: Hard-Keys

    304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Hard-Keys Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start, Engine Off Operation, Hard-Keys are located below the Uconnect Touch™ Compass Settings, Audio, Phone/Bluetooth and SIRIUS system in the center of the instrument panel. In addition, Setup. there is a Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right NOTE: Only one touchscreen area may be selected at a side of the Climate Controls in the center of the instru- time.
  • Page 307 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 • Display Mode When making a selection, press the soft-key to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired mode press and When in this display you may select one of the auto release the preferred setting until a check-mark appears display settings.
  • Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Language Length, touch the Brief or Detailed soft-key until a When in this display, you may select one of three check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that languages for all display nomenclature, including the trip setting has been selected.
  • Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the appears next to the setting, showing that setting has been back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu.
  • Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Time Format • Front Collision Sensitivity — If Equipped When in this display, you may select the time format The Front Collision Warning (FCW) feature can be can be display setting. Touch the Time Format soft-key until a set to Far, set to Near or turned Off.
  • Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 • Park Assist setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects behind back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. the vehicle when the transmission shift lever is in RE- •...
  • Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Rain Sensing Auto Wipers not damaged, the sensor may have become misaligned. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer to verify sensor When this feature is selected, the system will automati- alignment. Having a sensor that is misaligned will result cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture in the BSM not operating to specification.
  • Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 Lights your selection, touch the Headlights With Wipers soft- After pressing the Lights soft-key the following settings key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing will be available. that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu.
  • Page 314 312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous return to the previous menu.
  • Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 • 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks selection, touch the Flash Lights With Lock soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that When Driver Door is selected, only the driver’s door will setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless Entry to return to the previous menu.
  • Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Passive Entry to ON) when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s is used to unlock the door. Refer to “Driver Memory door(s) without having to press the Remote Keyless Seat”...
  • Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 • Engine Off Power Delay temperatures are below 40° F (4.4° C). When tempera- tures are above 80° F (26.7° C) the driver vented seat will When this feature is selected, the power window turn on. To make your selection, touch the Auto Heated switches, radio, Uconnect™...
  • Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass Settings After pressing the Compass Settings soft-key the follow- ing settings will be available. • Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To compensate for the differences the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map.
  • Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 calibrate the compass by pressing the ON soft-key and NOTE: Bass/Mid/Treble allow you to simply slide your completing one or more 360-degree turns (in an area free finger up or down to change the setting as well as touch from large metal or metallic objects) until the CAL directly on the desired setting.
  • Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Subscription Information Phone/Bluetooth After pressing the Phone/Bluetooth soft-key the follow- New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free ing settings will be available. limited time subscription to SIRIUS Satellite Radio with your radio. Following the expiration of the free services, •...
  • Page 321: Setting The Analog Clock

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK iPod /USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be panel, press and hold the button until the setting is plugged into the USB port.
  • Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL proprietary amplifier and speaker technologies deliver- AUX input; and is activated through the Uconnect ing substantial increases in component and system effi- Touch™ System. Refer to “Surround Sound” under ciency levels. “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”.
  • Page 323: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a The remote sound system controls are located on the pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and surface of the steering wheel at the three and nine o’clock mode of the sound system.
  • Page 324: Cd Player

    322 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 325: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- CLIMATE CONTROLS lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective The air conditioning and heating system is designed to coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) make you comfortable in all types of weather.
  • Page 326: General Overview

    324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL General Overview Soft-Keys Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect Touch™ system Hard-Keys screen. The hard-keys are located below the Uconnect Touch™ screen, in the center of the instrument panel. Uconnect Touch™ System 8.4 Automatic Temperature Controls —...
  • Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the Soft-keys) climate controls will not function during Remote Start operation if the blower control is left in the “O” (Off) 1.
  • Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Front Defrost Button CAUTION! Press and release to change the current airflow setting to Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates when this fea- Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to ture is ON. Performing this function will cause the ATC the heating elements: to switch into manual mode.
  • Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 NOTE: Pressing this button while in Sync mode will 10. Driver Temperature Control Down Button automatically exit Sync. Provides the driver with independent temperature con- trol. Push the button for cooler temperature settings. 7. Passenger Temperature Control Down Button Provides the passenger with independent temperature NOTE: In Sync mode, this button will also automati- control.
  • Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Panel Mode • Floor Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to air is directed through the defrost and side window direct the flow of air.
  • Page 331: Climate Control Functions

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 • If your air conditioning performance seems lower than temperature setting with the driver temperature setting. Changing the passenger temperature setting while in expected, check the front of the A/C condenser (lo- Sync will automatically exit this feature. cated in front of the radiator), for an accumulation of dirt or insects.
  • Page 332: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)

    330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL allowed in Defrost mode to improve window clearing Once the desired temperature is displayed, the system operation. Recirculation will be disabled automatically if will achieve and automatically maintain that comfort this mode is selected. Attempting to use Recirculation level.
  • Page 333: Operating Tips

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 To provide you with maximum comfort in the Automatic Operating Tips mode, during cold start-ups the blower fan will remain NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for on low until the engine warms up. The blower will suggested control settings for various weather condi- increase in speed and transition into Auto mode.
  • Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) will automati- Vacation Storage Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service cally adjust the climate control settings to reduce or (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air eliminate window fogging on the front windshield.
  • Page 335: Starting And Operating

    STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....338 Automatic Transmission ....343 Automatic Transmission .
  • Page 336 334 STARTING AND OPERATING Gear Ranges ......353 Multi-Displacement System (MDS) (If Equipped) — 5.7L Engine Only ..367 AutoStick —...
  • Page 337 STARTING AND OPERATING 335 Synchronizing ESC ....380 Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped ..394 Tire Safety Information .
  • Page 338 336 STARTING AND OPERATING General Information ....413 E-85 General Information ....418 Fuel Requirements .
  • Page 339 STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ..425 Trailer And Tongue Weight ... . . 432 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ..425 Towing Requirements .
  • Page 340: Starting Procedures

    338 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat ON/RUN mode.
  • Page 341: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    STARTING AND OPERATING 339 Normal Starting CAUTION! (Continued) Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm is at idle speed.
  • Page 342 340 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position. ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions – With Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or 3. If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/ NEUTRAL Position) STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle The Keyless Enter-N-Go feature operates similar to an...
  • Page 343: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or 29°C)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 341 • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time WARNING! (Continued) to return the ignition switch to the OFF position (EVIC • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get displays “OFF”). it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or 29°C) transmission cannot be started this way.
  • Page 344: After Starting

    342 STARTING AND OPERATING and hold the brake pedal, push the accelerator pedal all The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on the way to the floor and hold it, then press and release the the driver side of the vehicle. It has a removable cap that ENGINE START/STOP button once.
  • Page 345: Automatic Transmission

    STARTING AND OPERATING 343 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NOTE: You must press and hold the brake pedal while shifting out of PARK. CAUTION! WARNING! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK ing precautions are not observed: •...
  • Page 346: Key Ignition Park Interlock

    344 STARTING AND OPERATING the transmission in PARK. This system also locks the shift WARNING! (Continued) lever in PARK whenever the ignition switch is in the OFF • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure position. those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift...
  • Page 347: Standard Shifter

    STARTING AND OPERATING 345 and move the lever rearward or forward. You must also Standard Shifter press the brake pedal to shift the transmission out of the The standard shift lever has PARK, REVERSE, NEU- PARK position (refer to “Brake/Transmission Shift Inter- TRAL, DRIVE, and LOW shift positions.
  • Page 348: Optional Shifter With Autostick

    346 STARTING AND OPERATING Optional Shifter With AutoStick Gear Ranges The optional shift lever (with AutoStick shift paddles DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or mounted on the steering wheel) provides PARK, RE- NEUTRAL into another gear range. VERSE, NEUTRAL, DRIVE, and SPORT shift positions.
  • Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 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 350 348 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF •...
  • Page 351 STARTING AND OPERATING 349 • With brake pedal released, look at the shift lever WARNING! position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position. Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe REVERSE practices that limit your response to changing traffic This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
  • Page 352 350 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE vehicle speed. Normal operation will resume once the This range should be used for most city and highway transmission temperature has risen to a suitable level. driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- SPORT – If Equipped shifts, and the best fuel economy.
  • Page 353 STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Transmission Limp Home Mode NOTE: In cases where the instrument cluster message Transmission function is monitored electronically for indicates the transmission may not re-engage after en- abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could gine shutdown, perform this procedure only in a desired result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home location (preferably, at your authorized dealer).
  • Page 354: Five-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5.7L Engine

    352 STARTING AND OPERATING earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few recur. hundred miles (kilometers). If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be service is required.
  • Page 355: Gear Ranges

    STARTING AND OPERATING 353 Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range. PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 356 354 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 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
  • Page 358 356 STARTING AND OPERATING • Look at the shift lever position display and verify that CAUTION! it indicates the PARK position. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF will not move out of PARK.
  • Page 359 STARTING AND OPERATING 357 DRIVE WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the shifts, and the best fuel economy. The transmission ignition to coast down a hill.
  • Page 360 358 STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission Limp Home Mode 3. Turn the engine OFF. Transmission function is monitored electronically for 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home 5.
  • Page 361: Autostick - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 359 Overdrive Operation This system can also provide you with more control The automatic transmission includes an electronically during passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, controlled Overdrive (fifth gear). The transmission will mountain driving, trailer towing, and many other situa- automatically shift into the Overdrive gear if the follow- tions.
  • Page 362: Operation - 5.7L Engine

    360 STARTING AND OPERATING to revert to automatic operation. The transmission will To disengage AutoStick mode, press and hold the (+) also upshift automatically once redline is reached. If shift paddle until “D” or “S” is once again displayed in the pedal is pressed to the floor, the transmission will the instrument cluster.
  • Page 363 STARTING AND OPERATING 361 • The transmission will automatically downshift as the AutoStick is active, the current transmission gear is displayed in the instrument cluster. In AutoStick mode, vehicle slows down (to prevent engine lugging) and the transmission will shift up or down when (+/-) is will display the current gear.
  • Page 364: All-Wheel Drive (Awd) - If Equipped

    362 STARTING AND OPERATING • Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when optimum traction for a wide variety of road surface and AutoStick is engaged. driving conditions. The system minimizes wheel slip by automatically redirecting torque to the front and rear To disengage AutoStick mode, hold the shift lever to the wheels as necessary.
  • Page 365: Driving On Slippery Surfaces

    STARTING AND OPERATING 363 (EVIC) in the gage area of the vehicle display when the DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES transmission is first shifted into gear, and if the drive Acceleration mode changes during vehicle operation. Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- NOTE: If the “SERVICE AWD SYSTEM”...
  • Page 366: Traction

    364 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction DRIVING THROUGH WATER When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Driving through water more than a few inches/ wedge of water to build up between the tire and road centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure surface.
  • Page 367: Shallow Standing Water

    STARTING AND OPERATING 365 Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! (Continued) Although your vehicle is capable of driving through • Driving through standing water may cause dam- shallow standing water, consider the following Caution age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- and Warning before doing so. ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination CAUTION!
  • Page 368: Power Steering

    366 STARTING AND OPERATING POWER STEERING WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with an electro-hydraulic power • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- steering system that will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. cle’s traction capabilities.
  • Page 369: Multi-Displacement System (Mds) (If Equipped) - 5.7L Engine Only

    STARTING AND OPERATING 367 If the “SERVICE POWER STEERING SYSTEM” NOTE: • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- message and a flashing icon are displayed on the EVIC screen, it indicates that the vehicle tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under needs to be taken to the dealer for service.
  • Page 370: Parking Brake

    368 STARTING AND OPERATING PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the shift lever in the PARK position. The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the park brake, firmly push the park brake pedal fully.
  • Page 371 STARTING AND OPERATING 369 NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound the parking brake.
  • Page 372: Anti-Lock Brake System

    370 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless parking brake released, a brake system malfunction Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
  • Page 373 STARTING AND OPERATING 371 • A slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some of the stop.
  • Page 374: Electronic Brake Control System

    372 STARTING AND OPERATING ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- brake control system that include Anti-Lock Brake Sys- ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase tem (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Brake Assist braking or steering efficiency beyond that af- System (BAS), and the Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
  • Page 375: Traction Control System (Tcs)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 373 Brake Assist System (BAS) WARNING! This system complements the ABS by optimizing the vehicle braking capability during emergency brake ma- The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics neuvers. This system detects an emergency braking situ- from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the ation by sensing the rate and amount of brake application traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
  • Page 376: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

    374 STARTING AND OPERATING power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the WARNING! condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle maintain the desired path. The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the The ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
  • Page 377 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 ESC Operating Modes The “ESC Off” switch is located on the switch bank in the The ESC system has two available operating modes: center of the instrument panel. To enter the “Partial Off” mode, momentarily press the “ESC Off” switch and the ESC On “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
  • Page 378: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)

    376 STARTING AND OPERATING brake pedal. If the driver does not apply the throttle WARNING! during this short period of time, the system will release brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill. The The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- system will release brake pressure in proportion to the vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in...
  • Page 379 STARTING AND OPERATING 377 HSA will work in REVERSE and all forward gears when WARNING! the activation criteria have been met. The system will not • If you use a trailer brake controller with your activate if the vehicle is placed in NEUTRAL or PARK. trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and WARNING! deactivated with the brake switch.
  • Page 380: Ready Alert Braking

    378 STARTING AND OPERATING It anticipates when an emergency braking situation may WARNING! (Continued) occur by monitoring how fast the throttle is released by • HSA is not a parking brake. If you stop the vehicle the driver. When the throttle is released very quickly, on a hill without putting the transmission in Ready Alert Braking applies a small amount of brake PARK and using the parking brake, it will roll...
  • Page 381: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light

    STARTING AND OPERATING 379 ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac- ESC OFF Indicator Light celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and Light”...
  • Page 382: Synchronizing Esc

    380 STARTING AND OPERATING Synchronizing ESC TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION If the power supply is interrupted (battery Tire Markings disconnected discharged), “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” may illuminate with the engine running. If this should occur, turn the steering wheel completely to the left and then to the right.
  • Page 383 STARTING AND OPERATING 381 • Temporary spare tires are spares designed for tempo- NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. rary emergency use only. Temporary high pressure design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” compact spare tires have the letter “T”...
  • Page 384 382 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 385 STARTING AND OPERATING 383 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 386: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    384 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 387: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 385 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 388: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    386 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 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 Loading The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You the weight referenced here.
  • Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs [295 kg]). late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations 5.
  • Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389...
  • Page 392: Tires - General Information

    390 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 393: Tire Inflation Pressures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 391 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side “B” Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to door.
  • Page 394: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation

    392 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 395: Radial Ply Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 393 loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- Radial Ply Tires tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire WARNING! dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle WARNING! poorly.
  • Page 396: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped

    394 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 397: Full Size Spare - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 395 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 398: Tire Spinning

    396 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the age or failure.
  • Page 399: Life Of Tire

    STARTING AND OPERATING 397 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 400: Replacement Tires

    398 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 401: Tire Chains

    STARTING AND OPERATING 399 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 402 400 STARTING AND OPERATING using model 0143 (tirechaindealer.com) and on P235/ CAUTION! (Continued) 55R19 using model Z-575 (scc-chain.com). • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h). NOTE: Do not use tire chains on a compact spare tire. • Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
  • Page 403: Snow Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 401 pavement. Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instruc- Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what tions on method of installation, operating speed, and was originally equipped with your vehicle and should conditions for usage. not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h).
  • Page 404: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    402 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS The suggested rotation method is the “forward cross” Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern different loads and perform different steering, driving, does not apply to some directional tires that must not be and braking functions.
  • Page 405: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 403 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- limit for any reason, including low temperature effects mended cold placard pressure.
  • Page 406 404 STARTING AND OPERATING For example, your vehicle may have a recommended CAUTION! cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure • The TPMS has been optimized for the original of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), equipment tires and wheels.
  • Page 407: Base System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 405 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure the tire.
  • Page 408 406 STARTING AND OPERATING The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if message will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven equipped) has a TPM sensor. The matching full size spare for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for can be used in place of any of the four road tires.
  • Page 409 STARTING AND OPERATING 407 3. Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or TIRE message as long as no tire pressure is below the wheel housings. low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires. 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. Vehicles With Compact Spare 5.
  • Page 410: Premium System - If Equipped

    408 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. For each subsequent ignition switch cycle, a chime will NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the sound and the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
  • Page 411 STARTING AND OPERATING 409 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The TPM Telltale Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires. In addition, the EVIC will display a LOW TIRE message and a graphic showing the pres- sure values of each tire with the low tire pressure values flashing or changing color.
  • Page 412 410 STARTING AND OPERATING back to the original color, and the TPM Telltale Light will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. Service TPMS Warning If a system fault is detected, the TPM Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
  • Page 413 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 1. Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving position. The system still needs to be serviced as long as next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message is displayed. the TPM sensors.
  • Page 414 412 STARTING AND OPERATING stop flashing or return to its original color as long as no addition, the EVIC will display a SERVICE TPM SYS- tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning limit in TEM message for a minimum of five seconds and then any of the four active road tires.
  • Page 415: General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 413 General Information FUEL REQUIREMENTS This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and 3.6L Engine – If Equipped RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the This engine is designed to meet all emis- following conditions: sions regulations and provide excellent •...
  • Page 416: Reformulated Gasoline

    414 STARTING AND OPERATING optimum performance. The use of premium gasoline is Reformulated Gasoline not recommended, as it will not provide any benefit over Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner regular gasoline in these engines. burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and are spe- Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im-...
  • Page 417: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles

    STARTING AND OPERATING 415 If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 CAUTION! fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or gaso- • operate in a lean mode line containing more than 10% Ethanol. Use of these •...
  • Page 418: Mmt In Gasoline

    416 STARTING AND OPERATING MMT In Gasoline Materials Added To Fuel MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is All gasoline sold in the United States is required to blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional blended with MMT provides no performance advantage detergents or other additives is not needed under normal beyond gasoline of the same octane number without...
  • Page 419: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    STARTING AND OPERATING 417 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 420: Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) - If Equipped

    418 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected operate on E-85. every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- mal conditions repaired promptly.
  • Page 421: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 419 Ethanol Fuel (E-85) When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and • you do not add less than 5 gal (19 L) when refueling 15% unleaded gasoline.
  • Page 422: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles

    32°F (0°C). in MOPAR engine oils, and in equivalent oils meeting Cruising Range Chrysler Specification MS-6395. The manufacturer only Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel the requirements of Material Standard MS-6395.
  • Page 423: Maintenance

    STARTING AND OPERATING 421 ADDING FUEL CAUTION! 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located in the Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol driver’s door map pocket). compatible components can damage your vehicle. Maintenance If you operate the vehicle using E-85 fuel, follow the maintenance schedule section of this manual.
  • Page 424 422 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Open the fuel filler door. 4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refueling. NOTE: Only the correct size nozzle opens the latches allowing the flapper door to open.
  • Page 425: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release

    STARTING AND OPERATING 423 WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled. • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regula- tions and may cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light”...
  • Page 426 424 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Remove the access cover (located on the left side inner 3. Pull the release cable. trim panel). Release Cable Access Cover...
  • Page 427: Vehicle Loading

    STARTING AND OPERATING 425 • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) the “Vehicle Certification Label.” This information • Type of Vehicle should be used for passenger and luggage loading as indicated.
  • Page 428: Overloading

    426 STARTING AND OPERATING Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle WARNING! separately. It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and rear axles. Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and or rear GAWR.
  • Page 429: Trailer Towing

    STARTING AND OPERATING 427 NOTE: Common Towing Definitions • Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed to the The following trailer towing related definitions will assist rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR and you in understanding the following information: GAWRs.
  • Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) WARNING! The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination. It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition NOTE: The GCWR rating includes a 150 lbs (68 kg) can result if either rating is exceeded.
  • Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 that typically provides adjustable friction associated with safety. The addition of a friction / hydraulic sway control the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and swaying motions while traveling. contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability.
  • Page 432: Trailer Hitch Classification

    430 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of Max. Trailer Hitch Indus- Class trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional try Standards Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your authorized dealer for Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) package content.
  • Page 433: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 431 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 Max. Tongue Wt. (Gross Trailer Wt.) (See Note) 3.6L Automatic 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)
  • Page 434: Trailer And Tongue Weight

    432 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
  • Page 435: Towing Requirements

    STARTING AND OPERATING 433 Consider the following items when computing the Towing Requirements weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- train components the following guidelines are recom- • The tongue weight of the trailer. mended: •...
  • Page 436 434 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your Improper towing can lead to an injury collision. vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
  • Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 − Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- WARNING! (Continued) sures before trailer usage. 2. GTW − Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage 3. GAWR before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General 4.
  • Page 438 436 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes CAUTION! − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. loaded, it should have its own brakes, and they This could cause inadequate braking and possible should be of adequate capacity.
  • Page 439 STARTING AND OPERATING 437 The wiring harness is not installed when leaving the WARNING! (Continued) factory; it must be done by the dealer or customer. Refer • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping to the following illustrations. distance. When towing, you should allow for ad- ditional space between your vehicle and the ve- hicle in front of you.
  • Page 440: Towing Tips

    438 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing up the trailer in an area located away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How- ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, select a lower gear range using the AutoStick shift control (if equipped).
  • Page 441 STARTING AND OPERATING 439 specified for “police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer tow- − Extended driving at high RPM should be avoided to ing.” Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper prevent excess heat generation. A reduction in vehicle maintenance intervals. speed may be required to avoid extended driving at high RPM.
  • Page 442: Recreational Towing (Behindmotorhome, Etc.)

    440 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND CAUTION! MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- Two-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive ments can cause severe transmission and/or transfer Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground, case damage.
  • Page 443: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....442 Jump-Starting Procedure ....455 If Your Engine Overheats .
  • Page 444: Hazard Warning Flashers

    442 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the may wear down your battery. center of the instrument panel between the center air IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS outlets.
  • Page 445: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 443 • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum WARNING! heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a You or others can be badly burned by hot engine supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
  • Page 446: Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage

    444 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage WARNING! (Continued) The jack and spare tire are both stowed under an access • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The cover in the trunk. Follow these steps to access the jack vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you.
  • Page 447 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 445 3. Remove the fastener securing the spare tire. Opening The Access Panel Spare Tire Fastener 4. Remove the spare tire.
  • Page 448: Preparations For Jacking

    446 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack. WARNING! • A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided.
  • Page 449: Jacking And Changing A Tire

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 447 NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle WARNING! when the vehicle is being jacked. Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the Jacking And Changing A Tire vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack WARNING! or changing the wheel.
  • Page 450 448 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on jack. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
  • Page 451 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 449 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and lug wrench. 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle. 3.
  • Page 452 450 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts and tire. 7.
  • Page 453 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 451 • Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” and to “Limited-Use Spare” under “Tires—General Information” in “Start- ing and Operating” for additional warnings, cautions, and information about the spare tire, its use, and operation. 8. Install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the lug nut toward the wheel.
  • Page 454: Road Tire Installation

    452 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each Road Tire Installation nut has been tightened twice. The correct tightness of 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. each lug nut is 110 ft/lb. (150 N·m). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque 2.
  • Page 455: Jump-Starting Procedures

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 453 nut has been tightened twice. The correct tightness of CAUTION! each lug nut is 110 ft/lbs (150 N·m). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any wrench by your authorized dealer or service station.
  • Page 456: Preparations For Jump-Start

    454 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jump-Start WARNING! The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- Remote battery posts are located on the right side of the engine compartment for jump-starting.
  • Page 457: Jump-Starting Procedure

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 455 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 458 456 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Disconnect the positive (+) jumper cable from the WARNING! positive (+) post of the booster battery. Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable discharged battery.
  • Page 459: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 457 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE NOTE: Turn off the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it — if equipped, or Traction Control System (TCS) — if can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your equipped before rocking the vehicle.
  • Page 460: Shift Lever Override - 5 Speed Transmission

    458 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE — 5 SPEED WARNING! TRANSMISSION If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- moved out of the PARK position, you can use the ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: even failure, of the axle and tires.
  • Page 461: Manual Park Release - 8 Speed Transmission (3.6L Engine)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 459 MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION (3.6L Engine) WARNING! Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the parking brake, before activating the Manual Park Release. Activating the Manual Park Release will allow your vehicle to roll away if it is not secured by the parking brake or by proper connection to a tow vehicle.
  • Page 462 460 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Follow these steps to use the Manual Park Release: 2. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, fish the tether strap up through the opening in the console base. NOTE: To prevent the vehicle from rolling unintention- ally, firmly apply the parking brake.
  • Page 463 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 461 4. While holding the locking tab in the disengaged To Reset The Manual Park Release: position, pull the tether strap to rotate the lever up and 1. Push the latch (at the base of the lever, on the rear side) rearward, until it locks in place in the vertical position.
  • Page 464: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    462 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Towing Condi- Wheels OFF the RWD MODELS AWD MODELS tion Ground IF Transmission is operable: Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED • Transmission in NEUTRAL • 30 mph (48 km/h)max speed •...
  • Page 465 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 463 If the transmission is operable, vehicles WITHOUT AWD CAUTION! may be towed (with rear wheels on the ground) under • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. the following conditions: Damage to the fascia will occur. •...
  • Page 466: Without The Ignition Key Fob

    464 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Without The Ignition Key Fob CAUTION! Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the OFF position. The only approved Failure to follow these towing methods can cause method of towing without the ignition key fob is with a severe transmission damage.
  • Page 467: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 3.6L ... . . 467 Engine Oil Filter ..... 476 Engine Compartment —...
  • Page 468 466 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System ..... 486 Bulb Replacement ..... 512 Brake System .
  • Page 469: Engine Compartment - 3.6L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 5 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 6 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 7 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 4 —...
  • Page 470: Engine Compartment - 5.7L

    468 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 5 — Engine Oil Fill 2 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 6 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 4 —...
  • Page 471: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emissions control system.
  • Page 472 470 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when 3. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of ready for testing.
  • Page 473: Replacement Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471 you may need to do nothing more than drive your DEALER SERVICE vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- system to update. A recheck with the above test routine nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service may then indicate that the system is now ready.
  • Page 474: Maintenance Procedures

    Immediately have potential malfunctions Checking Oil Level – 3.6L Engine examined by an authorized Chrysler Group LLC To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must dealership or qualified repair center. be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at...
  • Page 475 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 473 regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to Checking Oil Level – 5.7L Engine check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must fully warmed engine is shut off.
  • Page 476 API Certified and meet Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
  • Page 477 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 475 The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended NOTE: Vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine must use engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on SAE 5W-20 oil. Failure to do so may result in improper engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart- operation of the Multi-Displacement System (MDS).
  • Page 478: Engine Oil Filter

    476 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters Engine Air Cleaner Filter Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters, maintenance intervals.
  • Page 479: Maintenance-Free Battery

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 477 used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recommended. Maintenance-Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- tenance required.
  • Page 480 478 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can should not be disconnected and should only be burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).
  • Page 481: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 479 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.
  • Page 482: A/C Air Filter

    480 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling 1. Remove the access door in the cowl screen by pressing R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- the retaining clips. carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
  • Page 483 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 481 2. Unsnap both ends and lift the filter access cover. A/C Air Filter 5. Close the filter access cover. Filter Access Cover 3. Remove the used filter. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. 4.
  • Page 484: Body Lubrication

    482 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Lubrication amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, lock cylinder.
  • Page 485: Adding Washer Fluid

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 483 performance of blades may be present with chattering, exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions rating information can be found on most washer fluid are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as containers.
  • Page 486: Exhaust System

    484 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System WARNING! The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
  • Page 487 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 485 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- CAUTION! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst leaded fuel only.
  • Page 488: Cooling System

    486 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- Cooling System age: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 489 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 487 rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill flushed, and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a of the radiator for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden reliable cooling system cleaner.
  • Page 490 488 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • This vehicle has not been designed for use with • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than propylene glycol-based engine coolant (anti- specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may freeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine result in engine damage and may decrease corro- coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended.
  • Page 491 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 489 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 492 490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
  • Page 493 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 491 When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, contents of maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against coolant bottle. Do not overfill. freezing.
  • Page 494: Brake System

    492 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may if the brake system warning light indicates system fail- result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas ure.
  • Page 495 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493 Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re- WARNING! (Continued) fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main- • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or taining Your Vehicle” for further information. moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container.
  • Page 496: Automatic Transmission

    494 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any trans- WARNING! (Continued) mission; only the approved lubricant may be used. • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- Special Additives nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered be damaged, causing partial or complete brake product and its performance may be impaired by supple-...
  • Page 497 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 495 Fluid Level Check CAUTION! (Continued) Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not • The fluid level is preset at the factory and it does required. For this reason, the dipstick is omitted. not require adjustment under normal operating If you notice fluid loss or transmission malfunction, have conditions.
  • Page 498: All Wheel Drive (Awd) - If Equipped

    496 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE All Wheel Drive (AWD) – If Equipped Rear Axle The all wheel drive system consists of a transfer case and For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not front differential. The exterior surface of these compo- required.
  • Page 499: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 497 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion The most common causes are: • Road salt, dirt, and moisture accumulation. Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- • Stone and gravel impact. graphic locations and usage.
  • Page 500 498 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR Special Care Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film, stains • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once scratch the paint.
  • Page 501 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 499 • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, CAUTION! de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These •...
  • Page 502 500 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean or a mild MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom- soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove the mended for leather upholstery. stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular •...
  • Page 503 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501 Cleaning Headlights quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. scratch the elements.
  • Page 504: Fuses

    502 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Maintenance FUSES Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical Integrated Power Module solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. compartment.
  • Page 505 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 503 Cavity Car- Mini- Description CAUTION! tridge Fuse • When installing the integrated power module Fuse cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- — — Fuse – Spare erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so 40 Amp —...
  • Page 506 504 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 10 Amp Security 50 Amp — Power Steering #2 — 20 Amp Horns 30 Amp — Wiper Motor Yellow Pink — 10 Amp Air Conditioning Clutch 30 Amp...
  • Page 507 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 505 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 25 Amp Engine Module — 10 Amp Power Steering Natural Module/AC Clutch Re- — — Fuse – Spare — 10 Amp AWD Module/Front —...
  • Page 508: Rear Power Distribution Center

    506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Power Distribution Center There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays. Rear Power Distribution Center Opening The Access Panel...
  • Page 509 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 507 Cavity Car- Mini- Description CAUTION! tridge Fuse • When installing the power distribution center Fuse cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- 60 Amp — Front PDC Feed #1 erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so Yellow may allow water to get into the power distribution —...
  • Page 510 508 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp — Driver Door — — Fuse — Spare Pink — 10 Amp Fuel Door/Diagnostic 30 Amp — Passenger Door Port Pink —...
  • Page 511 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 509 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 15 Amp Ignition Switch/Wireless — 25 Amp Rear Heated Seats/ Blue Module Natural Steering Wheel — 10 Amp Steering Column — 10 Amp Park Assist/Blind Spot/ Module/Clock...
  • Page 512 510 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Front Heated Seats — — Fuse — Spare Yellow — — Fuse — Spare — 10 Amp Heated Cupholders/ —...
  • Page 513: Vehicle Storage

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 511 VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your Interior Bulb Number battery. Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps ... . . W5W Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp .
  • Page 514: Bulb Replacement

    512 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exterior Bulb Number Exterior Bulb Number Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Halogen Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL)..LED Headlamp) ......HIR2LL (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Xenon Headlamp) .
  • Page 515 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 513 NOTE: Removal of the air cleaner filter housing may be WARNING! necessary prior to replacing bulbs in the headlamp assembly on the driver side of the vehicle. A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned 2.
  • Page 516: Rear Backup Lamp And Turn Signal Lamps

    514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Backup Lamp And Turn Signal Lamps 7. Disconnect the electrical connector. 1. Open the trunk. 8. Continue removing lamp from vehicle in order to access the bulb(s). 2. Remove the trunk trim by removing the grocery hook (using a T-20 torque driver or similar tool), remove the 9.
  • Page 517: License Lamp

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 515 License Lamp 1. Remove the screws securing the lamp to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 1 — License Lamp Bulb 2 —...
  • Page 518: Fluid Capacities

    516 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) All Engines 19 Gallons 72 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3.6 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters 5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 3.6 Liter Engine without All Wheel Drive (MOPAR Antifreeze/...
  • Page 519: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts

    Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to the engine oil fill cap for correct SAE grade. Engine Oil – 5.7L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
  • Page 520: Chassis

    518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission – Shell L12108 Transmission Fluid or equivalent. 3.6L Engine Automatic Transmission – MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed 5.7L Engine ATF+4 product. Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent.
  • Page 521 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule ....520 Required Maintenance Intervals ..522...
  • Page 522 520 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 523 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 521 oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, At Each Stop For Fuel even if the oil change indicator message is NOT • Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance illuminated. Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Ve- •...
  • Page 524 522 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES At Each Oil Change Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following • Change the engine oil filter. pages for the required maintenance intervals. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. CAUTION! Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 525 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 523 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 526: Service Schedule

    524 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 527 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 525 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 528 526 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or 42 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 56,000 miles (91 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
  • Page 529 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 527 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 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 64,000 miles (104 000 km). ❏...
  • Page 530 528 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 531 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 529 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 532 530 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 533 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 531 104,000 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 534 532 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 535 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 533 136,000 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 536 534 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or WARNING! 114 Months Maintenance Service • You can be badly injured working on or around a Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you ❏...
  • Page 537: If You Need Consumer Assistance

    If You Need Assistance ....537 Reporting Safety Defects ....540 Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center ..538 In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
  • Page 538 536 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Traction Grades ..... 543 Quality Grades ......543 Temperature Grades .
  • Page 539: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 537 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 540: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center

    538 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (800) 247–9753...
  • Page 541: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 539 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 542: Warranty Information

    See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
  • Page 543: In Canada

    If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, should contact the Customer Service Department immedi- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group ately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect LLC vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the...
  • Page 544 • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- hicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with dia- and maintenance procedures as well as specifications, grams, charts and detailed illustrations.
  • Page 545 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 543 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 546 544 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 547 INDEX...
  • Page 548 546 INDEX About Your Brakes ..... . . 368 Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ... 59,61,64 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
  • Page 549 INDEX 547 Automatic Door Locks ..... 30 B-Pillar Location ......386 Automatic Headlights .
  • Page 550 548 INDEX Brightness, Interior Lights ....186 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ... . . 81 Bulb Replacement .
  • Page 551 INDEX 549 Conserving Fuel ......299 Customer Assistance ..... 537 Console, Floor .
  • Page 552 550 INDEX Door Locks ......28 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ... . . 374 Door Locks, Automatic .
  • Page 553 INDEX 551 Compartment Identification ... . . 467 Engine Oil Viscosity ....474,475 Coolant (Antifreeze) .
  • Page 554 552 INDEX Flashers Engine Oil ..... . . 472,473 Hazard Warning ..... 442 Transfer Case .
  • Page 555 INDEX 553 Methanol ......414 Tachometer ......280 Octane Rating .
  • Page 556 554 INDEX Bulb Replacement ....512 HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . 241 Cleaning ......501 Delay .
  • Page 557 INDEX 555 Jack Operation ......447 LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for Jacking Instructions ..... . 447 CHildren) .
  • Page 558 556 INDEX Exterior ......85 Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) ..188 Fog .
  • Page 559 INDEX 557 Locks ....... . . 28 Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....492 Auto Unlock .
  • Page 560 558 INDEX MTBE/ETBE ......414 Dipstick ......472,473 Multi-Displacement Engine System .
  • Page 561 INDEX 559 Paint Care ......497 Power Steering Fluid ..... 518 Panic Alarm .
  • Page 562 560 INDEX Recorder, Event Data ..... . 68 Restraints, Child ......69 Recreational Towing .
  • Page 563 INDEX 561 Front Seat ......44,46 Selection of Oil ......474 Inspection .
  • Page 564 562 INDEX SmartBeams ......179 Steering Column Controls ..... 182 Snow Chains (Tire Chains) .
  • Page 565 INDEX 563 Tachometer ......280 Flat Changing ..... . . 443 Telescoping Steering Column .
  • Page 566 564 INDEX Tread Wear Indicators ....396 Transfer Case ......496 Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .
  • Page 567 INDEX 565 Turn Signals ......182,280 Warning Lights (Instrument ClusterDescription) ... . . 280 UCI Connector .
  • Page 568 566 INDEX Windshield Wiper Blades ....482 Wipers, Intermittent ..... . 189 Windshield Wipers .
  • Page 569 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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