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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and features and equipment that are either standard or the name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....8 ROLLOVER WARNING .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Owner’s Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls, Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group particularly those used for braking, steering, transmis- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision sion, and transfer case shifting.
Page 7: Rollover Warning
INTRODUCTION 5 This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- ROLLOVER WARNING tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than customer-oriented documents.
Page 8: How To Use This Manual
6 INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment. The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects.
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Page 10: Warnings And Cautions
8 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information.
Page 11: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 9 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 13: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Key Programming ....20 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .15 ▫...
Page 14 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Remote Key Unlock On First Press ..25 ▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle ......32 ▫...
Page 15: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 ▫ Child-Protection Door Lock System — ▫ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — Rear Doors ......43 If Equipped .
Page 16 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The SAFETY TIPS ......100 Vehicle .
Page 17: A Word About Your Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has 1. Place the shift lever in PARK (if equipped with an the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These automatic transmission).
Page 18 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and re- move the Key Fob from the ignition. When leaving the vehicle, always lock your vehicle. •...
Page 19: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering • Do not leave children or animals inside parked wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle with- vehicles in hot weather.
Page 20: Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If you turned the wheel to the right to engage the vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro- lock, you must turn the wheel slightly to the right to grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate disengage it.
Page 21: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal Replacement Keys vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electron- electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
Page 22: Customer Key Programming
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE procedure. This procedure consists of programming a 3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch. blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within 15 seconds.
Page 23: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys- by the party responsible for compliance could void the tem’s memory.
Page 24: Rearming The System
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Panic Alarm and the Vehicle Security Alarm the instrument cluster) will flash rapidly for about 16 are quite different. Please take a moment to activate the seconds to signal that the Vehicle Security Alarm is Panic Alarm and the Vehicle Security Alarm to hear the arming.
Page 25: Illuminated Entry - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 remain in the vehicle and lock the doors with the RKE ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED transmitter, once the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the (after 16 seconds), when you pull the door handle to exit, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the the alarm will sound.
Page 26: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) - If Equipped
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat” position (extreme bottom position). REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, swing gate, and activate the Panic Alarm from a maxi- mum distance of 66 ft (20 m) using a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 27: To Unlock The Doors And Swing Gate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, the Remote To Unlock The Doors And Swing Gate Unlock feature can be enabled or disabled by perform- Press and release the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button ing the following steps: once to unlock the driver’s door only, or twice to unlock all the doors and swing gate.
Page 28: To Lock The Doors And Swing Gate
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Pressing the RKE transmitter LOCK button while To Lock The Doors And Swing Gate you are inside of the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- Security Alarm.
Page 29: Using The Panic Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless following steps: you turn it off by pressing the PANIC button a second time, or if the vehicle speed is 5 mph (8 km/h) or greater.
Page 30: Programming Additional Transmitters
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the The “Flash Lights With Lock” feature can be reactivated following steps: by repeating this procedure. 1. Press the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button for 4 to 10 Programming Additional Transmitters seconds.
Page 31: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. •...
Page 32: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station How To Use Remote Start tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB All of the following conditions must be met before the radios.
Page 33: Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low WARNING! • Remote Start Aborted — L/Gate Ajar • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or • Remote Start Aborted — System Fault confined area.
Page 34: To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The transmission is moved out of PARK NOTE: • The park lamps will turn on and remain on during • The brake pedal is pressed Remote Start mode. To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The •...
Page 35: Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN Upper Half Door Window Removal — If Equipped position in order to drive the vehicle. Grasp the half door window and pull upward. DOORS CAUTION! Careless handling and storage of the removable door...
Page 36: Upper Half Door Window Installation - If Equipped
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Upper Half Door Window Installation — If Equipped 1. Grasp the half door window and line up the pins with the pockets in the lower door. 2. Push down to ensure the half door window is fully seated.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 NOTE: If the red latch on the connector is locked, pull the red latch down. This will unlock the connector tab, allowing the tab to be pressed down and enabling the harness to be disconnected. Hinge Pin Screw 3.
Page 38: Rear Door Removal (Four-Door Models)
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Unhook the door strap from the body hook. Be careful not to allow the door to swing fully open as the mirror may damage the paint. 5. With the door open, lift the door to clear the hinge pins from their hinges and remove the door.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 NOTE: The hinge pin screws and nuts can be stowed in the rear cargo tray located under the rear loadfloor. Door Removal Warning Label 1. Roll down the glass window to prevent any damage. 2.
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the red latch on the connector is locked, push the red latch to the right until you can only see the latch on one end (right) of the connector. This will unlock the connector tab, allowing the tab to be pressed down and enabling the harness to be disconnected.
Page 41: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 6. Unhook the door strap from the body hook. 7. With the door open, lift the door to clear the hinge pins from their hinges and remove the door. NOTE: Doors are heavy; use caution when removing them.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • For personal security reasons and safety in a colli- sion, lock the vehicle doors when you drive, as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key Fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
Page 43: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Power Door Locks — If Equipped WARNING! The power door lock switch is located on each front door • For personal security reasons and safety in a colli- panel. Press the switch forward to lock the doors, and sion, lock the vehicle doors when you drive, as well rearward to unlock the doors.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled. The “Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit” feature can be When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically enabled or disabled as follows: when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h).
Page 45: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with Child-Protection Door Lock system. To Engage Or Disengage The Child-Protection Door Lock System 1.
Page 46: Windows
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the rocker lever rearward (unlocked position), roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle. WINDOWS Power Windows — If Equipped The power window switches are located on the instru- ment panel below the radio.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 NOTE: Four-Door Models • For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle The lower left switch controls the left rear passenger window, and the lower right switch controls the right Information Center (EVIC), the power window rear passenger window.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Window Lockout Switch — Four-Door Models The window lockout switch (located between the front window switches) allows you to disable the rear window switches that are located on the back of the center floor console.
Page 49: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Rear Power Windows — Four-Door Models Wind Buffeting The rear passenger window switches are located on the Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of back of the center floor console. Press the switch down- pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ward to open the window and upward to close the ears.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not press on rear wiper blade when closing the rear flip-up window, as damage to the blade will result. WARNING! Driving with the flip-up window open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes.
Page 51: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 • All seat belt systems (except the driver’s) include OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Automatic Locking Retractors (ALRs), which lock the Some of the most important safety features in your seat belt webbing into position by extending the belt vehicle are the restraint systems: all the way out and then adjusting the belt to the •...
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different belt properly (see section on Child Restraints) should be rates of inflation based on several factors, including the secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- severity and type of collision.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be WARNING! moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more Front Air Bags room to inflate. severe injuries in a collision.
Page 54: Lap/Shoulder Belts
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the WARNING! (Continued) inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer be belted at all times.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or your injuries in a collision much worse. You might outside of a vehicle.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch seat and next to your arm in the rear seat. Grasp the plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 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 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of tion.
Page 60: Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Retractor Lockout - Four-Door Models Only
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Retractor Lockout — WARNING! Four-Door Models Only The rear center lap/shoulder belt is equipped with a This feature is designed to lock the retractor whenever lock-out feature to ensure that the rear seatback is in the 60% rear seatback is not fully latched.
Page 61: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. 3.
Page 62: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Driver Center Passenger WARNING! (Continued) First Row effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of Second injury in a collision. Row “2 As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will Door”...
Page 63: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort- How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode ably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. latch plate into the buckle until you hear a click.
Page 64: Energy Management Feature
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners WARNING! The seat belts for both front seating positions are • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
Page 65: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert®)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (BeltAlert®) (8 km/h), BeltAlert® will provide both audio and visual notification. BeltAlert® is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger The front passenger seat BeltAlert®...
Page 66: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts Using a seat belt extender when not needed can throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use the best way to keep the baby safe.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation that are based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision. This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon...
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag NOTE: • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, • Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) but they will open during air bag deployment. •...
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • If your vehicle is equipped with Supplemental • No objects should be placed over or near the air Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB), do not use bag on the instrument panel, because any such accessory seat covers or place objects between you objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a and the SAB;...
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster in any way. • Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios, etc.
Page 71: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 NOTE: The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- brated to deploy the SAB air bags during impacts that • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, require air bag occupant protection.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC determines if deployment of the front and/or impact, Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes side air bags is required in a frontal or side collision. with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe initial deceleration.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 The ORC contains a backup power supply system that WARNING! may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags Also, the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning to protect you in a collision.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE are possible, based on several factors, including the The ORC determines if a side collision requires the side collision type and severity. The steering wheel hub trim air bags to inflate, based on the severity and type of cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel collision.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Enhanced Accident Response System In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System functions after an event, the ignition switch must be In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if changed from IGN ON to IGN OFF.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor air bags will not be in place to protect you.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 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 may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.
Page 78: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to WARNING! (Continued) eight second interval. • It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the air bag • The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or system yourself.
Page 79: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per- NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a formed. The EDR is designed to record data related to non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of the EDR under normal driving conditions and no per- time, typically 30 seconds or less.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This There are different sizes and types of restraints for is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the height or weight limits of their child re-...
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat. Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until WARNING! they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear facing child safety seat.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of WARNING! their rear-facing convertible child seat. Children should • Improper installation can lead to failure of an remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height infant or child restraint.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large For Booster Seats 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs and not their stomach? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend 5.
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Combined LATCH – Weight of the LATCH – Restraint Type Lower Anchors Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Seat Belt Only + Top Tether...
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (LATCH) seating position. These anchorages are used to install Restraint System LATCH-equipped child seats without using the vehicle’s seat belts. Some seating positions may have a top tether anchorage but no lower anchorages.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Latch Positions (Four-Door Models) Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Latch Positions (Two-Door Models) Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating Top Tether Anchorage Symbol position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until weight of the child restraint) for using the the combined weight of the child and the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Can two child restraints be attached using Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with a common lower LATCH anchorage? two or more child restraints. If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to in- stall a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchor-...
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, below the anchorage sym- bols on the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Latch Anchorages (Four-Door Models) Tether Strap Mounting (Two-Door Models) Locating The LATCH Anchorages In addition, there are tether strap anchors lo- cated behind each rear seatback, near to the floor.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage. 2–Door Center Seat LATCH WARNING! This vehicle does not have a center seating position.
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 belt following the instructions below. See the section WARNING! “Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt” to check what type of seat belt each seating Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more position has.
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- When using the LATCH attaching system to install a ing position.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is WARNING! not necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can • Improper installation of a child restraint to the be “switched”...
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle Four-Door Models Two-Door Models...
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to with the seat belt to attach a forward...
Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 strap. See the section “Installing Child Restraints tether anchorage for that seating position, move the Using the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to child restraint to another position in the vehicle if one attach a tether anchor.
Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tether Strap Mounting (Two-Door Models) Tether Strap Mounting (Four-Door Models) 4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 101: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS WARNING! A long break-in period is not required for the engine and • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. increased head motion and possible injury to the Drive moderately during the first 500 miles (800 km).
Page 102: Safety Tips
100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Ve- WARNING! hicle”. NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL • Do not leave children or animals inside parked OILS MUST NEVER BE USED. vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may A new engine may consume some oil during its first few cause serious injury or death.
Page 103: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Exhaust Gas WARNING! (Continued) • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the WARNING! engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 104: Vehicle
102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while Vehicle driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Seat Belts Defroster Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, and loose parts.
Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- been removed for cleaning.
Page 106: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Cancel Command .....118 MIRRORS ......111 ▫...
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect® Phonebook ▫ Front Seat Adjustment ....152 Entries ......123 ▫...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 ▫ 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat — Four-Door ▫ Instrument Panel Dimmer ....170 Models ......163 ▫...
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Deactivate ......180 DUAL TOP — TWO-DOOR MODELS — IF EQUIPPED .
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 ▫ Front Panel(s) Installation With Rear Hard Top ▫ Raising The Soft Top ....241 Removed ......210 SOFT TOP —...
Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Lowering The Windshield And Removing Side REAR WINDOW FEATURES — HARD TOP Bars .......290 ONLY .
Page 113: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
Page 114: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) passenger side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the passenger side mirror. Automatic Dimming Mirror —...
Page 115: Power Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Power Mirrors — If Equipped The power mirror switch is located on the center of the instrument panel, below the climate controls. A rotary knob selects the left mirror, right mirror or off position. Automatic Dimming Mirror CAUTION! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never...
Page 116: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same direction you want the mirror to move. Use the center off position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror position. Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice.
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 mobile phone’s audio is transmitted through your vehi- The Uconnect® Phone is driven through your cle’s audio system; the system will automatically mute Bluetooth® “Hands-Free Profile” mobile phone. your radio when using the Uconnect® Phone. Uconnect®...
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command Button WARNING! (Continued) Actual button location may vary with the ra- laws, including laws regarding phone use. Your at- dio. The individual buttons are described in the tention should be focused on safely operating the “Operation”...
Page 119: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Operation part of the command when you are asked for it. For example, you can use the compound form voice com- Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect® mand “Phonebook New Entry,” or you can break the Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect®...
Page 120: Cancel Command
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To activate the Uconnect® Phone from idle, simply press The following are general phone to Uconnect® Phone button and follow the audible prompts for direc- pairing instructions: tions. All Uconnect® Phone sessions begin with a press of •...
Page 121: Dial By Saying A Number
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 • You will then be asked to give your mobile phone a • The system will prompt you to say the number you priority level between one and seven, with one being want to call. the highest priority.
Page 122: Phonebook Download - Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Automatic download and update, if supported, begins or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a name in the phonebook, refer to “Add Names to Your as soon as the Bluetooth® wireless phone connection is Uconnect®...
Page 123: Add Names To Your Uconnect® Phonebook
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 • This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., deleted on the Uconnect® Phone. These can only be “Home,” “Work,” “Mobile,” or “Other”). This will edited on the mobile phone. The changes are trans- allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone- ferred and updated to Uconnect®...
Page 124: Edit Uconnect® Phonebook Entries
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Edit Uconnect® Phonebook Entries NOTE: • Press the • Editing names in the phonebook is recommended button to begin. when the vehicle is not in motion. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 125: Delete/Erase "All" Uconnect® Phonebook
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say • Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be “Phonebook Delete.” deleted or edited. • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect® Phonebook Entries then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish •...
Page 126: List All Names In The Uconnect® Phonebook
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List All Names in the Uconnect® Phonebook Phone Call Features • Press the The following features can be accessed through the button to begin. Uconnect® Phone if the feature(s) are available on your •...
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — Call in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to “Toggling Currently In Progress Between Calls” in this section. To combine two calls, refer to “Conference Call”...
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Conference Call Call Termination When two calls are in progress (one active and one on To end a call in progress, momentarily press the but- hold), press and hold the button until you hear a ton.
Page 129: Uconnect® Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Call Continuation Uconnect® Phone Features Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Language Selection Uconnect® Phone after the vehicle ignition has been To change the language that the Uconnect® Phone is switched to OFF.
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Emergency Assistance NOTE: • The emergency number dialed is based on the country If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is reachable: where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. and Canada and 060 for Mexico).
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 NOTE: You should program the desired Towing Assis- WARNING! tance phone number using the Voice Command system. To do this, press the button and say “Setup,” followed by To use your Uconnect® Phone System in an emer- “Towing Assistance.”...
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Working with Automated Systems “Send,” is also to be used for navigating through an automated customer service center menu structure, and This method is used in instances where one generally has to leave a number on a pager. to press numbers on the mobile phone keypad while navigating through an automated telephone system.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Barge In – Overriding Prompts Phone And Network Status Indicators The “Voice Command” button can be used when you If available on the radio and/or on a premium display wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by command immediately.
Page 134: Advanced Phone Connectivity
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Following the beep, say “Mute off.” NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the dial ring to the Uconnect® Phone to play it on the vehicle Advanced Phone Connectivity audio system, so you will not hear it. Under this situa- tion, after successfully dialing a number the user may feel Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone that the call did not go through even though the call is in...
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 If you would like to connect or disconnect the Bluetooth® Select Another Mobile Phone connection between a Uconnect® Phone paired mobile This feature allows you to select and start using another phone and the Uconnect® Phone, follow the instructions phone paired with the Uconnect®...
Page 136: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® Phone
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Delete Uconnect® Phone Paired Mobile Phones Voice Training • Press the For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- button to begin. nizing their voice commands or numbers, the Uconnect® • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say Phone Voice Training feature may be used.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 best results, the Voice Training session should be com- Voice Command pleted when the vehicle is parked with the engine • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to running, all windows closed, and the blower fan provide at least ½...
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Even though the system is designed for users speaking • Even though international dialing for most number in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing cents, the system may not always work for some. number combinations may not be supported.
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness Read Messages: to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and If you receive a new text message while your phone is not the Uconnect®...
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages: 3. Where are you? You can send messages using Uconnect® Phone. To send 4. I need more direction a new message: 5. L O L • Press the button. 6. Why •...
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 16. Can this wait? Bluetooth® Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the 17. Bye for now Uconnect® Phone. When this happens, the connection 18. When can we meet can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off/on.
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Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) zero call cancel three confirmation prompts four continue five delete dial seven download eight edit nine emergency star (*) English plus (+) erase all pound (#) Espanol add location...
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) help previous home record again language redial list names return to main menu return or main menu list phones select phone select mobile send mute set up...
Page 147: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 General Information VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Voice Command System Operation RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: The Uconnect®...
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pressing the Voice Command button while the WARNING! system is speaking is known as “barging in.” The system will be interrupted, and after the beep, you can add or Any voice commanded system should be used only change commands.
Page 149: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 To hear the first available Menu, press the Voice Com- 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the mand button and say “Help” or “Main Menu.” volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Com- mand system is speaking.
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Bluetooth Streaming” (to switch to Bluetooth® Radio FM Streaming mode) To switch to the FM band, say “FM” or “Radio FM.” In • “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • “Next Channel” (to select the next channel) USB Mode • “Previous Channel” (to select the previous channel) To switch to USB mode, say “USB.” In this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memo Mode – “Previous” (to play the previous memo) To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo.” In – “Delete” (to delete a memo) this mode, you may say the following commands: –...
Page 153: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 • “Tutorial” parked, engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan switched off. This procedure may be re- • “Voice Training” peated with a new user. The system will adapt to the NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the Voice last trained voice only.
Page 154: Front Seat Adjustment
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Page 155: Manual Seat Height Adjustment - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
Page 156: Front Passenger Easy Entry Seat - Two-Door Models
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Passenger Easy Entry Seat — Two-Door Models Pull upward on the recline lever (toward the rear of the vehicle) and slide the entire seat forward. Recline Lever WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 157: Tip N' Slide™ Seats - Two-Door Models
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 NOTE: • The front passenger seats have a track memory, which returns the seat to just past the halfway point of the track regardless of its original position. • The recliner and easy entry levers should not be used during the automatic returning of the seat to its sitting position.
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Recline Lever Tip n’ Slide™ Rotate the entire seat assembly toward the instrument Passenger Seat panel. In addition to Easy Entry, the front passenger seat is also equipped with Tip n’ Slide™. This feature allows for easier entry for rear passengers.
Page 159: Heated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Pull upward on the recline lever and slide the entire seat forward (Easy Entry). Tip n’ Slide™ Heated Seats — If Equipped Easy Entry Lever On some models, the front driver and passenger seats With the seat forward, pull the entire seat assembly may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions toward the instrument panel.
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE controls for each seat are located on a switch bank near two to one, indicating the change. The LOW-level setting the bottom center of the instrument panel. will turn OFF automatically after approximately 30 min- utes.
Page 161: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- This may cause the seat heater to overheat.
Page 162: Fold And Tumble Rear Seat - Two-Door Models
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fold And Tumble Rear Seat — Two-Door Models NOTE: • Prior to folding the rear seat, it may be necessary to reposition the front seats. • Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Rear Seat Release Folding Rear Seat 2. Slowly flip the entire seat forward. 3. Return the seat to the normal position. 4. Raise the rear seatback using the assist strap and firmly lock the seat into position.
Page 164: Removing The Rear Seat - Two-Door Models
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Removing The Rear Seat — Two-Door Models 1. Fold the rear seat forward following steps 1 and 2 under “Fold And Tumble Rear Seat” in this section. WARNING! 2. Press down on the release bar on each side, and pull •...
Page 165: Replacing The Rear Seat - Two-Door Models
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Replacing The Rear Seat — Two-Door Models NOTE: • Prior to folding the rear seat, it may be necessary to Reverse the steps for removing the seat. reposition the front seat to its mid-track position. WARNING! •...
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Fold Down The Rear Seat To Raise The Rear Seat Locate the release lever (upper outboard side of seat), and Raise the seatback and lock it into place. If interference lift it upward until the seatback releases. from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully locking, you will have difficulty returning the seat to its proper position.
Page 167: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD to push down slightly on the hood before pushing the safety latch. Insert the support rod into the slot on the Release both the hood latches. hood. To close the hood, remove the support rod from the hood panel and place it in the retaining clip.
Page 168: Lights
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the operation of the parking lights, headlights, headlight beam selection, passing light, fog lights, instrument panel light dimming and turn signals. The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column.
Page 169: Headlights And Parking Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Headlights And Parking Lights Automatic Headlights — If Equipped Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent This system automatically turns the headlights on or off for parking light operation. Turn to the second detent for according to ambient light levels.
Page 170: Turn Signals
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. Headlight Switch NOTE: The engine must be running before the head- lights will turn on in the Automatic mode.
Page 171: Lane Change Assist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 NOTE: High/Low Beam Switch • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the lever toward you, to a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light switch the headlights back to low beam.
Page 172: Instrument Panel Dimmer
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The fog lights will only operate with the parking lights or the headlights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights. Instrument Panel Dimmer Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened.
Page 173: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 NOTE: The Daytime Running Light on the same side of control in the multifunction lever. These lights are also the vehicle as the active turn signal will turn off auto- controlled automatically by the Illuminated Entry Sys- matically when a turn signal is in operation and turn on tem.
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE dimmer control in the multifunction lever. This light is also controlled automatically by the Illuminated Entry System. Cargo Lamp The courtesy and dome lights will turn on when the front doors are opened, by rotating the control for the dimmer switch on the multifunction lever fully upward, or if equipped, when the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Page 175: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on the right side of the steering column. The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located at the end of the lever.
Page 176: Windshield Wiper Operation
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever Front Wiper Control Windshield Wiper Operation CAUTION! Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper opera- allow the wipers to return to the park position before tion.
Page 177: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 CAUTION! (Continued) and the wipers freeze to the windshield, damage to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted. Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be- tween cycles, desirable.
Page 178: Windshield Washers
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers Mist Feature To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and hold Push down on the wiper lever to activate a single wipe to while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in the clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle.
Page 179: Tilt Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down, as desired. Pull upwards on the lever to lock the column firmly in place. Mist Control TILT STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column...
Page 180: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
Page 181: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
Page 182: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle To Deactivate
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate The speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the U.S.
Page 183: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will To Decrease Speed continue to decrease until the button is released, then When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can de- the new set speed will be established.
Page 184: Electrical Power Outlet
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control and have an accident. Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 A second power outlet is located inside the center console On vehicles equipped with a rear subwoofer, there is a and is powered directly from the vehicle battery. third power outlet located in the right rear cargo area. CAUTION! •...
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 187: Power Inverter - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces- power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in sory bracket from the plug.
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE may have to be reset manually. To reset the inverter manually press the power inverter button OFF and ON. To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to using the inverter. The power inverter switch is located on the instrument panel below the climate controls.
Page 189: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use. • If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure.
Page 190: Storage
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Console Storage Compartment To lock or unlock the storage compartment, insert the ignition key and turn. To open the storage compartment, press the latch and lift the cover. Rear Cupholders STORAGE Glove Compartment The lockable glove compartment is located on the pas- Center Console senger side of the lower instrument panel.
Page 191: Rear Storage Compartment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 There is an extra storage area underneath the console lid. Rear Storage Compartment The console lid has an integrated paper clip feature that The rear cargo area storage compartment cover is held by can hold small items.
Page 192: Dual Top - Two-Door Models - If Equipped
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE factory for shipping purposes only. The soft top and the hard top are to be used independently. Removal is mandatory to prevent any possible wear and tear on the soft top. Your vehicle warranty will not cover damage resulting from both tops remaining on the vehicle at the same time for extended periods of time.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 2. Remove the hard top. Refer to “Freedom Top™ Three- 4. Disconnect the knuckles from the left and right metal Piece Modular Hard Top — Front/Rear Panel Re- pivot brackets. Remove the soft top from the vehicle moval”...
Page 194: Installing The Soft Top - Two-Door Models
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Right and left quarter windows 5. Unzip the zipper on the sport bar cover to expose the pivot brackets. Remove the brackets using a #T30 • Rear window Torx® head driver. Recover and re-zip the sports bar 2.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 b. Lay the soft top into the rear of the vehicle with the bows pointing forward and the curved portion of the bows facing upward. c. Reattach the knuckles onto the metal pivot brackets. NOTE: To aid in reattaching the knuckles, you may carefully tap on the knuckles using a rubber mallet.
Page 196: Dual Top - Four-Door Models - If Equipped
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Be sure the wire harness in the left rear corner is not tangled in the soft top bows before you lift the top. 6. Unsnap and remove the black boot cover. This cover should be discarded.
Page 197: Removing The Soft Top - Four-Door Models
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 mandatory to prevent any possible wear and tear on the 2. Remove the hard top. Refer to “Freedom Top™ Three- soft top. Your vehicle warranty will not cover damage Piece Modular Hard Top — Front/Rear Panel Re- resulting from both tops remaining on the vehicle at the moval”...
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Using the plastic reinforcement as a handle, slide the tether strap up the side bow (both sides). 6. Remove the soft top bow assembly pivot bracket bolts (two per side) from the sport bar using a 10.0 mm wrench or socket driver.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 8. Remove the soft top from the vehicle and store in a 9. Reinstall the hard top. Refer to “Freedom Top™ Three- clean, dry location (another person may be needed to Piece Modular Hard Top — Front/Rear Panel Instal- help with this operation).
Page 200: Installing The Soft Top - Four-Door Models
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Installing The Soft Top — Four-Door Models 3. Install the door frames. Refer to “Door Frame” in this section. NOTE: The following procedures are for first time set up only. For future soft top procedures, refer to “Soft Top” in 4.
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 5. Lower the pivot bracket onto the sport bar bracket 6. Install the pivot bracket bolts back into place using a mounting tab in a downward motion to lock into tab. 10.0 mm wrench or socket driver. Secure them until they are snug, being careful not to cross-thread the screws or overtighten.
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 8. Using the plastic reinforcement as a handle remove the CAUTION! tether strap from the bracket hook by sliding strap up off hook and slide down the side bow (both sides). Do not overtighten the screws. You can strip the screws if they are overtightened.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 NOTE: Be sure the wire harness in the left rear corner is not tangled in the soft top bows before you lift the top. 11. Unsnap and remove the black boot cover. This cover should be discarded.
Page 204: Freedom Top™ Three-Piece Modular
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE FREEDOM TOP™ THREE-PIECE MODULAR CAUTION! HARD TOP — IF EQUIPPED Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior CAUTION! water damage, stains or mildew: • It is recommended that the top be free of water •...
Page 205: Front Panel(S) Removal
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 Front Panel(s) Removal NOTE: Left panel must be removed before removing right panel. 1. Fold down the sun visor, and move it to the side. 2. Turn the rear fasteners (knobs) (located on the over- head speaker bar assembly) counterclockwise until they can be removed.
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Turn the rear L-shaped lock (located above the shoul- 5. Unlatch the header panel latch located at the top of the der belt anchorage). windshield.
Page 207: Freedom Top™ Storage Bag
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 Freedom Top™ Storage Bag Vehicles equipped with a Freedom Top™ Modular Hard Top, come with a Freedom Top™ storage bag that allows you to store your Freedom Top™ panels. The storage bag contains two compartments and fits behind the rear seat. Lay the Freedom bag down so the loops and hooks are facing downward.
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Ensure the front Freedom Top™ panel latch is Unfold the black panel divider (ensure the divider is closed prior to inserting the panel into the Freedom bag. laying flat). Secure the Velcro®, located at the center of the divider.
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Insert the left-side Freedom panel into the bag with the Unfold the outer flap and zip the Freedom bag closed. latches facing upward. NOTE: Ensure the front Freedom panel latch is closed prior to inserting the panel into the bag.
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Install the seat attachment strap (at the top of the bag) Lift the Freedom bag into the vehicle with the hooks and through the loops. straps facing the back of the rear seat. Attach the clips at the bottom of the bag to the child restraint anchorages, located at the base of the rear seat.
Page 211: Front Panel(S) Installation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Wrap the upper strap around the rear head restraints and Front Panel(s) Installation loop the strap through the buckle. Pull on the strap to NOTE: Set the panels on the windshield frame so that tighten the Freedom bag securely against the rear seat.
Page 212: Front Panel(S) Installation With Rear Hard Top Removed
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Panel(s) Installation With Rear Hard Top NOTE: The front panel(s) must be positioned properly Removed to ensure sealing. Set the panels on the windshield frame so that there is no overhang. Also, make sure that the 1.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 4. Remove the six Torx® head screws that secure the 6. Locate the wire harness on the left rear inside corner of hard top to the vehicle (along the interior bodyside) the vehicle. using a #40 Torx®...
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 7. Release the red locking tab by pulling outward to the 8. To remove the wiring harness press the tab and pull right. downward to disconnect. Red Locking Tab Press Tab To Disconnect...
Page 215: Rear Hard Top Installation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 9. To remove the washer hose, pinch the grips on hose CAUTION! connector and pull downward. The removal of the Freedom Top™ requires four adults located on each corner. Failure to follow this caution could damage the Freedom Top™.
Page 216: Door Frame
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: CAUTION! (Continued) • The Torx® fasteners that attach the hard top to the • Careless handling and storage of the removable body should be torqued to 88 in lb +/- 22 in lb (10 door frame(s) may damage the seals, causing water N·m +/- 2.5 N·m).
Page 217: Door Frame Removal
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 Door Frame Removal WARNING! 1. Unscrew and remove the door frame attachment Use both hands to remove the door frames. The door knobs (two per door). frames will fold and could cause injury if both hands are not used.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull the frame toward you with your rearward hand to remove the frame from the vehicle. WARNING! • Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the 4. Screw the knobs back into the door frame and fold for storage.
Page 219: Door Frame Installation - Two-Door Models - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the doors removed as you will lose the protection that they can provide. This procedure is furnished for use during off-road operation only. Door Frame Installation —...
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Starting with the front of the door frame, clip it over 5. Starting with the front knob, screw in and tighten both the metal side bar and then clip the rear, making sure knobs.
Page 221: Door Frame Installation - Four-Door Models - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 Door Frame Installation — Four-Door Models — If 3. Position the top of the door frame against the metal Equipped sport bar and press onto the side bar making sure not to pinch the material of the sports bar covers and to 1.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Loosely install the rear knob (long knob) to hold the 6. Clip the front of the door rail over the side bar making door rail in position. sure that the material for the side bar cover is not pinched by the door frame.
Page 223: Soft Top - Two-Door Models
8. Loosely install both knobs beginning with the front SOFT TOP — TWO-DOOR MODELS knob (long knob). Then, install the middle knob (short Please visit the owners section of Jeep.com for instruc- knob) through the front and rear door frames and tional videos.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the temperature is below 72°F (24°C) and/or the top CAUTION! (Continued) has been folded down for a period of time, the top will • Do not move your vehicle until the top has been appear to have shrunk when you raise it, making it either fully attached to the windshield frame, or difficult to put up.
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 WARNING! CAUTION! • Do not drive the vehicle with the rear window Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior curtain up unless the side curtains are also re- water damage, stains or mildew on the top material: •...
Page 226: Quick Steps To Lowering The Soft Top
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Quick Steps To Lowering The Soft Top 2. Remove the back window. Refer to “Lowering The Soft Top” in this section for further information. 1. Remove the side windows.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 3. Release header latches from the windshield frame. 4. Release the sail panel retainers from the body side channel at the rear corners of the vehicle. NOTE: When releasing the sail panel retainers, it is helpful to pull down on the rear roof bow.
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. As you begin to lower the top, fold the sail panels so 6. Release the Sunrider® latch (both sides). that they rest on top of the soft top.
Page 229: Quick Steps To Raising The Soft Top
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 7. Open the swing gate and lower the top. Quick Steps To Raising The Soft Top Refer to “Raising The Soft Top” in this section for further NOTE: Ensure fabric does not overhang the sides of the information.
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Engage header latches. 3. Install rear corner panels.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 4. Install the back window. 5. Install the side windows.
Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. To install the side windows, affix the window tempo- 7. Insert the front retainer of the window into the door rarily by attaching to the Velcro® in the rear corner. channel, making sure the retainer is fully seated and Start the zipper but close only about 1 in (2.5 cm).
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 closing the zipper completely and attaching the Vel- cro® along the top and rear of the window. Repeat this step for the opposite side. 1 — Incorrect Insertion 2 — Correct Insertion 8. Insert the retainer along the bottom edge of the window into the bottom side channel, beginning at the front and working to the rear of the vehicle.
Page 234: Lowering The Soft Top
232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lowering The Soft Top 1 — Header Bow 6 — Quarter Window 2 — 2–Bow 7 — Check Strap 3 — 3–Bow 8 — Front Retainer — Quarter Window 4 — Sail Panel 9 —...
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 1 — Zipper Start 2 — Zipper Finish 3 — Swing Gate Bar 4 — Swing Gate Brackets 5 — Sail Panels...
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Clean side and rear windows before removal to 3. Release the header latches and leave the hooks in the assist in preventing scratching during removal of the soft loops on the windshield. top.
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 • Unzip the rear window starting at the right lower 4. Open the swing gate. corner of the window. Pull the zipper up, across the 5. Before unzipping the rear window, release the first 3 in top and down to the left lower corner.
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. Remove the rear window retainer from the swing gate 9. Beginning from the rear lower corner, completely bracket on both the left and right sides. unzip the window. 7. Stow the windows carefully to avoid scratching. 10.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 11. Finish releasing the sail panel retainers from the body 12. As you begin to lower the top, fold the sail panels so side channel at the rear corners of the vehicle. that they rest on top of the soft top. NOTE: When releasing the sail panel retainers, it is helpful to pull down on the rear roof bow.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 13. The swing gate brackets do not need to be removed 14. Completely release the latches from the loops on the unless the hard top is being installed. To remove the windshield frame. If your vehicle is not equipped swing gate brackets, pull the front of the bracket with the Sunrider®...
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 15. Make sure the plastic sleeves are slid rearward over 16. Unlatch the side bows from both door rails (Sun- the Sunrider® link (Sunrider® Models only). rider® Models only).
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 17. Before lowering the top, open the swing gate to 18. Tuck the fabric and the check straps between the prevent possible damage to the rear center high- bows and as far inward as possible. This will keep mounted brake light.
Page 243: Raising The Soft Top
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 Raising The Soft Top 4. Standing on the side of the vehicle, lift the top by the side bow and the 2–bow (middle bow) up and over the 1. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. sports bar until the header rests on the top of the 2.
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Make sure the Sunrider® bracket on the side bows 6. Open the header latches and engage the hook on each latches to the door rails (Sunrider® Models only). side onto the windshield loops (do not close the latches).
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 7. If the swing gate brackets were removed, install them 8. Move to the rear of the vehicle and gently pull the sail by hooking the rear edge of the bracket on the interior panels over the rear roof bow.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 9. Partially install the sail panel retainers into the body 10. To install the side windows, affix the window tempo- side channel, leaving the last 3 in (7.6 cm) toward the rarily by attaching to the Velcro® in the rear corner. rear window loose (on both sides).
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 11. Insert the front retainer of the window into the door channel, making sure the retainer is fully seated and properly positioned on the door frame. Failure to do so can result in wind and water leaks or damage to the window.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 12. Insert the retainer along the bottom edge of the window into the bottom side channel, beginning at the front and working to the rear of the vehicle. Finish by closing the zipper completely and attaching the Velcro®...
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 13. Locate the black swing gate bar. Slide the swing gate 14. Install the rear window by starting both zipper ends bar over the receiver at the bottom inside of the rear at the lower left corner of the rear window opening. window.
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 16. Grasp the swing gate bar and position it into the swing gate brackets. 15. Run the zipper fully around to the right side of the window.
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 17. Insert the rear window retainer into the swing gate 18. Apply downward pressure on the top corner of the bracket on both the left and right sides. rear soft top bow (3–bow), then complete attaching the sail panel retainers into the body side channel.
Page 252: Soft Top - Four-Door Models
Place the vehicle in a warm area. Pull steadily on the top fabric. The vinyl will stretch back to its original size and Please visit the owner’s section of Jeep.com for instruc- the top can then be snapped into place. If the tempera- tional videos.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Do not lower the top with the windows installed. • Do not drive the vehicle with the rear window Window and top damage may occur. curtain up unless the side curtains are also open. •...
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Do not remove any of the three attachment CAUTION! knobs unless you are planning on installing the hard top. Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage, stains or mildew on the top material: •...
Page 255: Quick Steps For Lowering The Soft Top
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 Quick Steps For Lowering The Soft Top 2. Remove the back window. 1. Remove the side windows. NOTE: Start zipper from the right side to remove back window.
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Release header latches from the windshield frame. 4. Release the sail panel retainers from the body side channel at the rear corners of the vehicle. NOTE: When releasing the sail panel retainers, it is helpful to pull down on the rear roof bow.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 5. Fold the sail panels so that they rest on top of the soft 6. Fold header rearward, pulling the fabric to the rear. top.
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 7. Release Sunrider® latch (both sides).
Page 259: Quick Steps For Raising The Soft Top
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 8. Open the swing gate and lower the top. Quick Steps For Raising The Soft Top 1. Open the swing gate and raise the top, engaging the Sunrider® latches (another person may be needed to help with this operation).
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Install rear corner panels.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 3. Rotate the header forward. 4. Engage the header latches.
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Install the back window. 6. Install the side windows.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 7. To install the side windows, affix the window tempo- properly positioned on the door frame. Failure to do rarily by attaching to the Velcro® in the rear corner. so can result in wind and water leaks or damage to the Start the zipper but close only about 1 in (2.5 cm).
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 9. Insert the retainer along the bottom edge of the window into the bottom side channel, beginning at the front and working to the rear of the vehicle. Finish by closing the zipper completely and attaching the Vel- cro®...
Page 265: Folding Down The Soft Top
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 Folding Down The Soft Top 1 — Header Bow 6 — Body Side Retainer 2 — 2–Bow 7 — Quarter Window 3 — 3–Bow 8 — Check Strap 4 — 4–Bow 9 — Front Retainer — Quarter Window 5 —...
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1 — Zipper Start 2 — Zipper Finish 3 — Swing Gate Bar 4 — Swing Gate Brackets 5 — Sail Panels...
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 NOTE: Clean side and rear windows before removal to 3. Release the header latches and hooks from the loops assist in preventing scratching during removal of the soft on the windshield frame. top. If zippers are difficult to operate due to road dust, etc., clean them with a mild soap solution and a small brush.
Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Open the swing gate. top and down to the left lower corner. Zipper pulls will stay on the rear window. Pull down on the rear 5. Before unzipping the rear window, release the first 3 in window to disengage it from the zipper on the top (7.6 cm) of both sail panels from the channel.
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 9. Beginning from the rear lower corner, completely unzip the window. 7. Stow the windows carefully to avoid scratching. 8. Undo the Velcro® that runs along the top and rear 10. Once unzipped, remove the side window retainers edge of the side window.
Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 12. Fold the sail panels so that they rest on top of the soft top. NOTE: When releasing the sail panel retainers, it is helpful to pull down on the rear roof bow.
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 13. The swing gate brackets do not need to be removed 14. Grasp the front side bow behind the header, and lift unless the hard top is being installed. To remove the the top. swing gate brackets, pull the front of the bracket forward while rolling the entire bracket back in toward the vehicle to disengage.
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 15. Fold back the front section of the top, pulling the 16. Fold the top so that the material forms a W as fabric rearward. Gently rest the header on top of the shown.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 17. Release the side bows by pressing down on the latch slide the top along the door frame track to the rear above the front of the rear door. Push the top door frame. rearward to disengage.
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 20. Tuck the fabric and the check straps between the bows 22. Close the front header latches. as far inside as possible. This will keep any portion of 23. Remove the door frames, if desired. Refer to “Door the top from flapping outside of the vehicle.
Page 275: Putting Up The Soft Top
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 Putting Up The Soft Top NOTE: Help from another person will ease this opera- tion. NOTE: Be extremely careful when putting up the soft top to prevent the doors from getting scratched. It may be helpful to open the rear doors.
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Insert the slider feature of the knuckles into the door 6. Ensure that the top locks into the Sunrider® locking frame tracks and slide the top forward. mechanisms that are located above the front of the rear doors.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 7. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 9. Open the header latches and engage the hook on each side onto the windshield loops (do not close the 8. Standing on the side of the vehicle, lift the top by the latches).
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 10. If the swing gate brackets were removed, install them 11. Ensure that the straps are positioned correctly before by hooking the rear edge of the bracket on the pulling the sail panels over the rear roof bow (4–bow). interior side of the body channel.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 Partially install the sail panel retainers into the body side 12. To install the side windows, affix the window tem- channel, leaving the last 3 in (7.6 cm) toward the rear porarily by attaching it to the Velcro® in the upper window loose (on both sides).
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 13. Insert the front retainer of the window into the door channel, making sure the retainer is fully seated and properly positioned on the door frame. Failure to do so can result in wind and water leaks or damage to the window.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 14. Insert the retainer along the bottom edge of the window into the bottom side channel, beginning at the front and working to the rear of the vehicle. Finish by closing the zipper completely and attaching the Velcro®...
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 15. Locate the black swing gate bar. Slide the swing gate 16. Install the rear window by starting both zipper ends bar over the receiver at the bottom inside of the rear at the lower left corner of the rear window opening. window.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 17. Run the first zipper fully around to the right side of 19. Insert the rear window retainer into the swing gate the window. bracket on both the left and right sides. 18. Grasp the swing gate bar and position it into the swing gate brackets.
Page 284: Sunrider® (Two-Door Models)
282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 20. Complete the installation of the sail panel by insert- SUNRIDER® (TWO-DOOR MODELS) ing the rest of the retainer into the body channel. CAUTION! 21. Close the header latches and return the sun visors to their secured position.
Page 285: Opening The Sunrider
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 Opening The Sunrider® 3. Slide the plastic sleeve forward. 1. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 2. Release the header latches from the loops on the windshield frame.
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Grasp the header and lift the top back. Make sure the 5. Locate the straps to secure the side bows. Wrap the material is folded back as shown. straps around the bows as shown. Repeat on the other side.
Page 287: Closing The Sunrider
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 Closing The Sunrider® SUNRIDER® (FOUR-DOOR MODELS) 1. Remove the straps from the side bows. CAUTION! 2. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. Operating the top, opening a door or lowering a 3.
Page 288: Opening The Sunrider
286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening The Sunrider® 3. Grasp the front side bow behind the header, and lift the top. 1. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 2. Release the header latches from the loops on the windshield frame.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 4. Fold back the front section of the top and gently rest 5. Fold the top so that the material forms a W as shown. the header on top of the rear portion of the deck. Enter the vehicle and move the material into two folds.
Page 290: Closing The Sunrider
288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. Secure the top by using the two provided straps. Each Closing The Sunrider® strap will wrap around the side bow and Velcro® to Perform the above steps in the opposite order. itself; use one strap on each side of the vehicle. NOTE: Failure to fold the fabric rearward will allow the material to sag and may block the rearview mirror.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 remove the side bars and fold down the windshield, WARNING! drive slowly and cautiously. It is recommended that the speed of the vehicle be limited to 10 mph (16 km/h), with Carefully follow these warnings to help protect low range operation preferred if you are driving off-road against personal injury: •...
Page 292: Lowering The Windshield And Removing Side
290 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • If you remove the doors, store them outside the vehicle. In the event of an accident, a loose door may cause personal injury. Lowering The Windshield And Removing Side Bars 1.
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 291 7. Remove the one hex bolt (13 mm) visible through the CAUTION! plastic trim on the bottom side of the side bar, one hex bolt (13 mm) on the side of the side bar, and one hex Do not remove the head impact foam from the side bolt (13 mm) on top of the side bar.
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 11. Remove the lower windshield plates by removing the WARNING! six black round-headed Torx® head screws (using a #40 Torx® head driver) on each side of the base of the You or others could be injured if you carry the side windshield.
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 293 13. Secure the windshield by passing a cinch strap through the footman hoop on the center of the hood and on the center of the windshield frame. Tighten the strap to secure the windshield in place. Raising The Windshield And Replacing Side Bars 1.
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Attach the front of the side bar to the windshield 4. Tighten all side bar attachment bolts. frame. 5. Install the lower windshield plates with the six black • Install the top two hex bolts (13 mm) first, then the round-headed Torx®...
Page 297: Rear Window Features - Hard Top Only
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 295 REAR WINDOW FEATURES — HARD TOP ONLY Rotate the switch upward to the first detent position for rear wiper operation. Rear Window Wiper/Washer — If Equipped Rotate the switch upward past the first detent to A rotary switch on the center portion of the control lever activate the rear washer.
Page 298: Rear Window Defroster - If Equipped
296 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to The rear window defroster button is located on the heating elements: the bottom right-side of the blower control knob. •...
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..300 Displays ......325 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Advanced EVIC Messages (Customer Information ▫ INFO Button — DISC Mode For MP3/WMA Features)......332 Play .
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 ▫ Play Mode ......386 Uconnect® 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO ..366 ▫...
Page 302: Instrument Panel Features
300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 7 — Climate Controls 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Power Outlet 3 — Radio 9 — Lower Switch Bank 4 — Assist Handle 10 — Power Mirror Switch — If Equipped 5 —...
Page 303: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 304: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 3. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped 1. Fuel Gauge This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position.
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 7. Seat Belt Reminder Light NOTE: If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/ 9. Oil Pressure Warning Light RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check.
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pull the lever toward you to switch the headlights back to has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake low beam. If the driver’s door is open, and the headlights booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake or park lights are left on, the high beam indicator light and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop.
Page 307 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 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 308 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 13. Air Bag Warning Light CAUTION! This light will turn on for four to eight seconds Do not operate the engine with the tachometer as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first pointer in the red area. Engine damage will occur. turned to ON/RUN.
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 17. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped CAUTION! This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- Driving with a hot engine cooling system could mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly “H”...
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL display. Trip A or Trip B will appear when in the trip WARNING! (Continued) odometer mode. Press and hold the button for two Vehicle”. Follow the warnings under the Cooling seconds to reset the trip odometer to 0 miles or kilome- System Pressure Cap paragraph.
Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when operating properly.
Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 24. Odometer / Trip Odometer Display Area CAUTION! The odometer display shows the total distance the vehicle The TPMS has been optimized for the original has been driven. The trip odometer shows individual trip equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and mileage.
Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 Vehicle Odometer Messages ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped When the appropriate conditions exist, the following The ECO indicator will illuminate when you are driving odometer messages will display: in a fuel efficient manner and can be used to modify driving habits in order to increase fuel economy.
Page 314 312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL (e.g., snow plowing, off-road operation). If this “HOT- gASCAP OIL” message turns on, stop the vehicle and run the If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel engine at idle or faster with the transmission in NEU- filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a TRAL until the message turns off.
Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 CHAngE OIL Message 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds. Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “CHANgE OIL” message will flash 3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position. in the instrument cluster odometer for approximately 12 NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the...
Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL stays on through several typical driving styles. In most WARNING! situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing. A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to alert operating conditions.
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 system. If this light remains on after several ignition WARNING! cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the problem diagnosed and corrected.
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 28. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator If the light continues to flash when the engine is running, Light — If Equipped immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle, or engine This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- stall and your vehicle may require towing.
Page 319: Compass And Trip Computer - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 COMPASS AND TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED The Compass/Trip Computer features a driver- interactive display (displays information on outside tem- perature, compass direction, and trip information). It is located on the lower left part of the cluster below the speedometer.
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The system will display the last known outside temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to be driven several minutes before the updated tempera- ture is displayed. Engine temperature can also affect the displayed temperature;...
Page 321: Compass/Temperature Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 Compass/Temperature Display NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with a Chrysler Uconnect® gps (Navigation Radio), the NAV system will provide the compass direction, and the variance and calibration menus will be unavailable. The compass will perform accurately, based on GPS signals instead of the Earth’s magnetic field.
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL button to increase the variance one step. Repeat as 3. Release the RESET button, then press and hold again necessary until the desired variance is achieved. for approximately 10 seconds, until the direction is displayed, with the CAL indicator on continuously in NOTE: The factory default zone is 8.
Page 323: Trip Conditions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 • Elapsed Time Average Fuel Economy / Distance To Empty (DTE) / Elapsed Time Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset. • Average Fuel Economy Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the RUN or START positions.
Page 324: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip B Shows the total distance traveled for trip B since the last reset. ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped The ECO indicator will illuminate when you are driving in a fuel efficient manner and can be used to modify driving habits in order to increase fuel economy.
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 • Outside Temperature (°F or °C) • Digital Speedometer • Vehicle Info • ECO Display • Fuel Economy • Miles/kilometers To Empty • Timer • Display Units Selection • System Warnings (Door Ajar, etc.) Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) This system conveniently allows the driver to select a •...
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • MENU Button The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the MENU button to advance wheel: the display to each of the EVIC Main Menu features or to return to the Main Menu from a sub-menu.
Page 327: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 • SELECT Button • Service TPM System (refer to Tire Pressure Monitor- ing System in Starting and Operating ) Press and release the SELECT button when • Premium TPM System Graphic Display prompted by the EVIC to Reset Main Menu features with a reset capability or to change •...
Page 328: Oil Change Required
326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Personal Settings Not Avail. – Vehicle in Motion — next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change manual transmission indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon •...
Page 329: Evic Main Menu
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 • Vehicle Information NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not • Coolant Temp reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. • Oil Pressure • Transmission Temp EVIC Main Menu •...
Page 330: Compass Display / Eco (Fuel Saver Mode) - If Equipped
328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SELECT button graphic. Pressing SELECT a second time ECO (Fuel Saver Mode) — If Equipped will reset both Average Fuel Economy and Elapsed Time. The ECO message will display below the outside tem- After three seconds without pressing SELECT, RESET perature in the EVIC display (if the audio system is on ALL will return to RESET and only the selected feature the ECO indicator will override the audio information...
Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 metallic objects) until the “CAL” message displayed in 3. Press the DOWN button until “Calibrate Compass” the EVIC turns off. The compass will now function displays in the EVIC. normally. 4. Press and release the SELECT button to start the NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and calibration.
Page 332: Average Fuel Economy
330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Magnetic materials should be kept away from To Change The Compass Variance: the top of the instrument panel; this is where the compass 1. Turn the ignition switch RUN (it is not necessary to sensor is located.
Page 333: Distance To Empty (Dte)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 display). Upon reset, the history information will be Elapsed Time erased, and the averaging will continue from the last fuel Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset. average reading before the reset. Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is in the RUN or START position.
Page 334: Evic Units Selection (Units In Display)
332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Pressure EVIC Units Selection (UNITS IN Display) Displays the units used for the Outside Temperature, Shows the actual oil pressure. Average Fuel Economy and Distance to Empty features. • Transmission Temperature Press and Release the SELECT button to toggle units between U.S.
Page 335: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Auto Lock Doors Features) When this feature is selected, all doors will lock auto- Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall matically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph features when the vehicle speed is at 0 mph (0 km/h) (24 km/h).
Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RKE Unlock Flash Lamp with Lock When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, only the driver’s When on is selected, the front and rear turn signals will door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button.
Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 Headlamps with Wipers (Available with Auto after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Headlights Only) Opening either front vehicle door will cancel this feature. To make your selection, press and release the SELECT When on is selected, and the headlight switch is in the button until “Off,”...
Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Display Units In information will display in the audio information/ECO line of the display when the audio system is on. To make The EVIC can be changed between English and Metric your selection, press and release the SELECT button until units of measure.
Page 339: Uconnect® 230 - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 Uconnect® 230 – AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND Operating Instructions — Radio Mode 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio.
Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons Voice Command Button Uconnect® Phone — If Equipped Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch Press this button to operate the Uconnect® Phone feature to seek up and the left switch to seek down.
Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 TIME Button The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button and selecting the “SET HOME CLOCK” entry. Once in this Press the TIME button to alternate locations of the time display follow the above procedure, starting at step 2. and frequency display.
Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting The Tone, Balance And Fade Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between will display.
Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 MUSIC TYPE Button 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type play Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button College College or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five Country Country seconds will allow the program format type to be se-...
Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SETUP Button 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type play Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between the following items: Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck NOTE: Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R &...
Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 • Subtitle — Repeatedly pressing SELECT will switch • CH1/CH2 — Allows the user to change the mode of subtitles to different subtitle languages that are avail- either the IR1 or IR2 wireless headphones by pressing able on the disc (if equipped).
Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Enter the four-digit country code using the TUNE/ Subtitles — If Equipped SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down to select the Selecting this item allows you to choose between subtitle number and then push to select. Off or On.
Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 auto-play the main title. In such cases, use the MENU selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- button on the remote control to select desired title to play. ton, the station will continue to play but will not be stored into pushbutton memory.
Page 348: Operation Instructions - Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd - Video
346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons 1 - 6 CAUTION! These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you The radio may shut down during extremely hot commit to pushbutton memory {12 AM, 12 FM, and 12 conditions. When this occurs, the radio will indicate Satellite (if equipped) stations}.
Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 Radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc Press and hold the EJECT button for five seconds and all is loading and “READING DISC” when the radio is CDs will be ejected from the radio. reading the disc.
Page 350: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files
348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button (CD MODE) Supported Media (Disc Types) Press this button to change the display from a large CD The MP3/WMA file recording media supported by the playing time display to a small CD playing time display. radio are CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3,WMA, DVD Video, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, and CDDA+MP3.
Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 • Maximum number of folders: 100 Supported MP3/WMA File Formats • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3/WMA extension as MP3/WMA files. Non-MP3/WMA files • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- named with the *.MP3/WMA extension may cause play- character extension) back problems.
Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) supported. cation quency (kHz) MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, Playback Of MP3/WMA Files Layer 3 192, 160, 128, When a medium containing MP3/WMA data is loaded, 112, 96, 80, 64,...
Page 353: List Button - Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended Press the INFO button once more to return to elapsed to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a time priority mode. single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or before writing to the disc.
Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) device’s volume set to the proper level. If the AUX audio Press the TIME button to change the display from is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up. If the elapsed playing time to time of day.
Page 355: Uconnect® (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 Dolby® Uconnect® (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped Manufactured under license from Dolby® Laboratories. Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- Dolby® and the double-D symbol are trademarks of ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to Dolby®...
Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL visit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com, or at Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number www.siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents. display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on the radio to exit this screen. Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID) Selecting Uconnect®...
Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 Reception Quality SEEK Buttons Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next following reasons: channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down.
Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL additional three seconds will make the radio display the Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music Song Title all of the time (press and hold again to return type. to normal display). By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type RW/FF function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next...
Page 359: Nav - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 SET Button — To Set The Pushbutton Memory Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. When you are receiving a channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. Buttons 1 - 6 The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
Page 360: Uconnect® 130
358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® 130 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction, without stopping.
Page 361 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 another selection. Holding either button will bypass RW/FF stations without stopping, until you release it. Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the TIME Button direction of the arrows.
Page 362 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third SET/RND Button — To Set The Pushbutton time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Memory control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the When you are receiving a station that you wish to treble tones.
Page 363: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding button number will display. recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and Buttons 1 - 6 multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.
Page 364 362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within CAUTION! 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 365: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 RW/FF Notes On Playing MP3 Files Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 player will begin to fast forward until FF is released, or file recording media and formats are limited.
Page 366 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). •...
Page 367 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 Playback Of MP3 Files MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) cation quency (kHz) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more...
Page 368: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions — Auxiliary Mode Uconnect® 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an MP3 player, or iPod®, and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
Page 369 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping, until you release it. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second Voice Command System (Radio) —...
Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Phone Button Uconnect® Phone — If Equipped 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press this button to operate the Uconnect® Phone feature will begin to blink.
Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 INFO Button Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the letters displayed).
Page 372 370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type exit setting tone, balance, and fade. play MUSIC TYPE Button Classical Classicl Classic Rock Cls Rock Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds.
Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type 16-Digit Character Dis- Program Type (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be play exited and the radio will tune to the preset station. Religious Talk Rel Talk SETUP Button...
Page 374: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button — To Set The Pushbutton Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding Memory button number will display. When you are receiving a station that you wish to Buttons 1 - 6 commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RND These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you button.
Page 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), CAUTION! recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.
Page 376 374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EJECT Button — Ejecting A CD the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes. Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within...
Page 377: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Supported Media (Disc Types) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3.
Page 378 376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of names and folder names is limited. For large numbers multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in of files and/or folders, the radio may be unable to longer disc loading times.
Page 379 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 Playback Of MP3 Files MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) cation quency (kHz) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more...
Page 380: List Button - Cd Mode For Mp3 Play
378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended Press the INFO button once more to return to elapsed to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a time priority mode. single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or before writing to the disc.
Page 381: Uconnect® (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the NOTE: Sirius service is not available in Hawaii and has device’s volume set to the proper level. If the AUX audio limited coverage in Alaska. is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up.
Page 382 380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Selecting Uconnect® (Satellite) Mode Number (ESN/SID) Press the SAT button until SAT appears in the display. A Please have the following information available when CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio calling: mode.
Page 383 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the remain tuned to the new channel until you make another form of short audio mutes. selection. Holding either button will bypass channels without stopping until you release it. •...
Page 384 382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons channel with the same selected Music Type name. causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the direction of the arrows.
Page 385: Ipod®/Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel Buttons 1 - 6 and press and release that button. If a button is not These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations).
Page 386: Connecting The Ipod® Or External Usb Device
384 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Connecting The iPod® Or External USB Device • If the radio has a USB port, refer to the appropriate Use the connection cable to connect an iPod® or external USB device to the vehicles USB/AUX connector port Uconnect®...
Page 387: Using This Feature
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 • The audio device can be controlled using the radio external USB device may take a few minutes to connect), the audio device starts charging and is ready for use by buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod® contents. pressing radio switches, as described below.
Page 388: Play Mode
386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Jump backward in the current track by pressing and Play Mode holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW button When switched to iPod®/USB/MP3 control mode, the long enough will jump to the beginning of the current iPod®...
Page 389: List Or Browse Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 • While a track is playing, press the INFO button to see • RND button (available on sales code RES radio only): the associated metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) Pressing this button toggles between Shuffle ON and for that track.
Page 390 388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Preset 4 – Genres played is highlighted on the radio display, press the TUNE control knob to select and start playing the • Preset 5 – Audiobooks track. Turning the TUNE control knob fast will scroll •...
Page 391: Bluetooth® Streaming Audio (Btsa)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 • MUSIC TYPE button: The MUSIC TYPE button is WARNING! another shortcut button to the genre listing on your audio device. Do not plug in or remove the iPod® or external USB device while driving. Failure to follow this warning CAUTION! could result in an accident.
Page 392: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL device first, then it will get streamed to the Uconnect® Previous Track phone system. Seven devices can be paired to the Use the SEEK DOWN button, or press the VR button on Uconnect® phone system, but just one can be selected the radio and say “Previous Track,”...
Page 393: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 Pressing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/ CD/HDD/AUX, etc.). The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a push-button in the center. The function of the left-hand control is different depending on which mode you are in.
Page 394: Cd Player
392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD Player 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, wiping from center to edge. Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once 3.
Page 395: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES Manual Heating And Air Conditioning Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the mobile phone antenna.
Page 396 394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Blower Control Temperature Control Rotate this control to regulate the tem- Rotate this control to regulate the perature of the air inside the passenger amount of air forced through the ven- compartment. Rotating the dial left tilation system in any mode.
Page 397 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 Mode Control (Air Direction) NOTE: The center instrument panel outlets can be aimed so that they are directed toward the rear seat passengers for maximum airflow to the rear. Rotate this control to choose from sev- eral patterns of air distribution.
Page 398 396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Recirculation Control Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side Pressing the Recirculation Control button will window demist outlets. This setting works best in put the system in recirculation mode. This can cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the be used when outside conditions such as windshield.
Page 399 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 • The A/C will engage automatically to prevent fogging NOTE: The air conditioning compressor will not engage until the engine has been running for about ten seconds. when the recirculation button is pressed and the mode control is set to panel or Bi-Level.
Page 400: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Automatic Operation Equipped The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger. Operation of the system is quite simple.
Page 401 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 Temperature Control NOTE: • The temperature setting can be adjusted at anytime Dial in the temperature you would like without affecting automatic operation. the system to maintain by rotating the • Pressing the Air Conditioning Control button while in Temperature Control knob.
Page 402 400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • While operating in AUTO, the system will not auto- Manual Operation matically sense the presence of fog, mist or ice on the This system offers a full complement of manual override windshield. The defrost mode must be manually se- features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic, lected to clear the windshield and side glass.
Page 403 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 401...
Page 404 402 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, there change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control is a difference in temperature between the upper and knob (on the right) to one of the following positions: lower outlets.
Page 405 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 403 • Defrost • Recirculation Control Air is directed through the windshield and side The system will automatically control recircu- window demist outlets. Use this mode with maxi- lation. However, pressing the Recirculation mum blower and temperature settings for best wind- Control button will put the system in recircu- shield and side window defrosting.
Page 406: Operating Tips
404 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Extended use of recirculation may cause the windows these conditions are present, and the Recirculation to fog. If the interior of the windows begins to fog, button is pressed, the indicator will flash and then turn press the Recirculation button to return to outside air.
Page 407 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 405 Summer Operation Vacation Storage The engine cooling system must be protected with a Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corro- (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air sion protection and to protect against engine overheating.
Page 408 406 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Side Window Demisters A/C Air Filter — If Equipped A side window demister outlet is located at each end of The A/C Filter prevents most dust and pollen from the instrument panel. These non-adjustable outlets direct entering the cabin.
Page 409 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 407 Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions...
Page 411: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Shifting......419 STARTING PROCEDURES ....414 ▫...
Page 412 410 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Side Step Removal — If Equipped..443 AUTOSTICK® ......432 ▫...
Page 413 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 ▫ Tire Markings ......480 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ... . .461 ▫...
Page 414 412 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Tread Wear Indicators ....499 ▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ..518 ▫...
Page 415 STARTING AND OPERATING 413 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND Weight Ratings) ..... .530 MOTORHOME, ETC.) ....545 ▫...
Page 416: Starting Procedures
414 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. in a location accessible to children), and do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 417: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 415 The “4WD Indicator Light” will illuminate when the Tip Start Feature — Automatic Transmission Only transfer case has been shifted into this mode. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor Automatic Transmission —...
Page 418: If Engine Fails To Start
416 STARTING AND OPERATING If Engine Fails To Start WARNING! (Continued) • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster WARNING! cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into battery or the battery in another vehicle.
Page 419 STARTING AND OPERATING 417 With Tip Start — Automatic Transmission Only CAUTION! If the engine fails to start after you have followed the To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- engine for more than 15 seconds at a time.
Page 420: After Starting
418 STARTING AND OPERATING After Starting WARNING! The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will Remember to disconnect the engine block heater decrease as the engine warms up. cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt AC electrical cord could cause electrocution. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER —...
Page 421: Shifting
STARTING AND OPERATING 419 CAUTION! Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or attempt to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged, as this will cause abnormal wear on the clutch. NOTE: During cold weather, you may experience in- creased effort in shifting until the transmission fluid warms up.
Page 422: Downshifting
420 STARTING AND OPERATING Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds vehicle speeds listed for acceleration. When heavily loaded or pulling a trailer these recommended up-shift To utilize your manual transmission efficiently for both speeds may not apply. fuel economy and performance, it should be upshifted as listed in recommended shift speed chart.
Page 423 STARTING AND OPERATING 421 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Failure to follow the maximum recommended • Skipping gears and downshifting into lower gears downshifting speeds may cause the engine damage at higher vehicle speeds can damage the engine and/or damage the clutch, even if the clutch pedal and clutch systems, Any attempt to shift into lower is pressed.
Page 424: Reverse Shifting
422 STARTING AND OPERATING Manual Transmission Downshift Speeds in MPH (KM/H) Gear Selection 6 to 5 5 to 4 4 to 3 3 to 2 2 to 1 Maximum 80 (129) 70 (113) 50 (81) 30 (48) 15 (24) Speed NOTE: Vehicle speeds shown in the chart above are for driver will feel a firm “click”...
Page 425: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 423 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure CAUTION! those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is ing precautions are not observed: running.
Page 426: Key Ignition Park Interlock
424 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the number of reasons.
Page 427: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
STARTING AND OPERATING 425 NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the out of PARK (refer to “Brake/Transmission Shift Inter- key in the ignition switch to warn you that this safety lock System” in this section). To drive, move the shift feature is inoperable.
Page 428: Gear Ranges
426 STARTING AND OPERATING manually select the transmission gear and will display NOTE: the current gear in the instrument cluster as 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. • After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is especially important when the engine is cold.
Page 429 STARTING AND OPERATING 427 When parking on a level surface, you may shift the WARNING! transmission into PARK first, and then apply the parking • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the brake. parking brake. Always apply the parking brake When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on...
Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a position to the ON/RUN position, and also press number of reasons.
Page 432 430 STARTING AND OPERATING • Look at the transmission gear position display and WARNING! verify that it indicates the PARK position. Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever ignition to coast down a hill.
Page 433 STARTING AND OPERATING 431 DRIVE (D) Transmission Limp Home Mode This range should be used for most city and highway Transmission function is monitored electronically for driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 434: Autostick
432 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Shift the transmission into PARK. Overdrive Operation The automatic transmission includes an electronically 3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK/OFF position. controlled Overdrive (fifth gear). The transmission will 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. automatically shift into Overdrive if the following con- ditions are present: 5.
Page 435: Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 433 This system can also provide you with more control result. It will remain in the selected gear until another during passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, upshift or downshift is chosen, except as described mountain driving, trailer towing, and many other situa- below.
Page 436: Four-Wheel Drive Operation (Command- Trac I® Or Rock-Trac®)
434 STARTING AND OPERATING • You can start out, from a stop, in first or second gear. WARNING! Tapping (+) (at a stop) will allow starting in second gear. Starting out in second gear is helpful in snowy or Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a icy conditions.
Page 437: Operating Instructions/Precautions
STARTING AND OPERATING 435 Operating Instructions/Precautions The transfer case provides four mode positions: • 2H (Two-wheel drive high range) • 4H (Four-wheel drive high range) • N (Neutral) • 4L (Four-wheel drive low range) Four-Wheel Drive Shift Controls The transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2H position for normal street and highway conditions such as hard-surfaced roads.
Page 438 436 STARTING AND OPERATING rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. The 4H and 4L When operating your vehicle in 4L, the engine speed will positions are intended for loose, slippery road surfaces be approximately three times (four times for Rubicon only and not intended for normal driving.
Page 439: Shift Positions
STARTING AND OPERATING 437 speed. This range (4H) provides additional traction for WARNING! (Continued) loose, slippery road surfaces and should not be used on the parking brake. The transfer case NEUTRAL (N) dry pavement. position disengages both the front and rear drive The “4WD Indicator Light”...
Page 440: Shifting Procedure
438 STARTING AND OPERATING The “4WD Indicator Light” (located in the instrument vehicle is coasting at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift the cluster) will illuminate when the transfer case is shifted transfer case lever firmly to the desired position. Do not into the 4L position.
Page 441: Trac-Lok® Rear Axle - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 439 Trac-Lok® is especially helpful during slippery driving WARNING! conditions. With both rear wheels on a slippery surface, a slight application of the accelerator will supply maxi- Failure to engage a transfer case position completely mum traction. can cause transfer case damage or loss of power and vehicle control.
Page 442 440 STARTING AND OPERATING To activate the system, press the bottom of the AXLE LOCK switch once to lock the rear axle only (the “Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light” will illuminate), press the bottom of the switch again to lock the front axle (the “Front Axle Lock Indicator Light”...
Page 443: Electronic Sway Bar Disconnect - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 441 ELECTRONIC SWAY BAR DISCONNECT — IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with an electronic discon- necting stabilizer/sway bar. This system allows greater front suspension travel in off-road situations. This system is controlled by the SWAY BAR switch located on the instrument panel (to the left of the steering column).
Page 444 442 STARTING AND OPERATING sway bar should remain in on-road mode during normal To disconnect the stabilizer/sway bar, shift to either 4H driving conditions. or 4L and press the SWAY BAR switch to obtain the off-road position. Refer to “Four-Wheel Drive Operation” WARNING! in “Starting and Operating”...
Page 445: On-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 443 An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better WARNING! view of the road, allowing you to anticipate problems. They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as If the stabilizer/sway bar will not return to on-road conventional two-wheel drive vehicles any more than mode, the “Sway Bar Indicator Light”...
Page 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING Bodyside Nut Underside Bolt 2. Remove one bolt from the underside of the vehicle. 3. Remove the side step assembly.
Page 447: The Basics Of Off-Road Driving
STARTING AND OPERATING 445 The Basics Of Off-Road Driving CAUTION! You will encounter many types of terrain driving off- Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other road. You should be familiar with the terrain and area combustible materials. The heat from your vehicle before proceeding.
Page 448: Simultaneous Brake And Throttle Operation
446 STARTING AND OPERATING is needed. Vehicle speeds in excess of 25 mph (40 km/h) Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand should be avoided when in 4L (Low) range. Snow In heavy snow or for additional control and traction at CAUTION! slower speeds, shift the transmission into a low gear and Do not use 4L (Low) range when operating the...
Page 449 STARTING AND OPERATING 447 key to driving in soft sand is using the appropriate tire pressure, accelerating slowly, avoiding abrupt maneu- Deep mud creates a great deal of suction around the tires vers and maintaining the vehicle’s momentum. If you are and is very difficult to get through.
Page 450: Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points)
448 STARTING AND OPERATING Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Using A Spotter Points) There are many times where it is hard to see the obstacle While driving off-road, you will encounter many types of or determine the correct path. Determining the correct terrain.
Page 451 STARTING AND OPERATING 449 45-degree angle ahead of the front tires. Use the removed CAUTION! dirt to fill the rut ahead of the turnout you just created. • Never attempt to straddle a rock that is large You should now be able to drive out following the trench you just created at a 45-degree angle.
Page 452: Hill Climbing
450 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! Do not attempt to cross a log with a greater diameter Winching or rocking the vehicle off hard objects than the running ground clearance or the vehicle will increases the risk of underbody damage. become high-centered.
Page 453 STARTING AND OPERATING 451 branches or other obstacles on the path? Can you safely and maintain headway by turning the steering wheel no recover the vehicle if something goes wrong? If every- more than a 1/4 turn quickly back and forth. This will thing looks good and you feel confident, shift the trans- provide a fresh bite into the surface and will usually mission into a lower gear with 4L (Low) engaged, and...
Page 454 452 STARTING AND OPERATING controlled descent? Are there obstacles? Is it a straight which increases the possibilities of a downhill slide or descent? Is there plenty of distance at the base of the hill rollover. Make sure the surface has good traction with to regain control if the vehicle descends to fast? If you feel firm and stable soils.
Page 455: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 453 your vehicle’s abilities and be able to recover it if WARNING! something goes wrong. You should never stop or shut a vehicle off when crossing deep water unless you ingested If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot water into the engine air intake.
Page 456 454 STARTING AND OPERATING check for hidden obstacles. Make sure you will not be CAUTION! intruding on any wildlife, and you can recover the vehicle if • Water ingestion into the axles, transmission, trans- necessary. The key to a safe crossing is the water depth, current and bottom conditions.
Page 457: After Driving Off-Road
STARTING AND OPERATING 455 the slowest current can push the heaviest vehicle down- CAUTION! stream and out of control if the water is deep enough to push on the large surface area of the vehicle’s body. Muddy waters can reduce the cooling system effec- Before you proceed, determine the speed of the current, tiveness by depositing debris onto the radiator.
Page 458 456 STARTING AND OPERATING • After extended operation in mud, sand, water, or always a good idea to check for damage. That way you can get any problems taken care of right away and have similar dirty conditions, have the radiator, fan, brake your vehicle ready when you need it.
Page 459: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 457 POWER STEERING system. This noise should be considered normal, and it does not in any way damage the steering system. The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability CAUTION! in tight spaces.
Page 460: Parking Brake
458 STARTING AND OPERATING If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated CAUTION! level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering Parts”...
Page 461 STARTING AND OPERATING 459 NOTE: • When the parking brake is applied and the automatic transmission is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle.
Page 462 460 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or • Never use the PARK position on an automatic in a location accessible to children. A child could transmission as a substitute for the parking brake. operate power windows, other controls, or move Always apply the parking brake fully when parked the vehicle.
Page 463: Anti-Lock Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 461 CAUTION! WARNING! If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the Significant over or under-inflation of tires, or mixing parking brake released, a brake system malfunction sizes of tires or wheels on the vehicle can lead to loss is indicated.
Page 464: Electronic Brake Control System
462 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! • Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish The Anti-Lock Brake System is subject to possible their effectiveness and may lead to a collision. detrimental effects of electronic interference caused Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just by improperly installed aftermarket radios or tele- press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to phones.
Page 465: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 463 (HDC). All of these systems work together to enhance WARNING! (Continued) vehicle stability and control in various driving condi- very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning. The capa- tions, and are commonly referred to as ESC. bilities of an ABS-equipped vehicle must never be Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of...
Page 466: Brake Assist System (Bas)
464 STARTING AND OPERATING will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is that is not spinning. This feature remains active even if deactivated. TCS and ESC are in either the “Partial Off” or “Full Off” modes.
Page 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 the level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short HSA Activation Criteria period of time after the driver takes their foot off of the The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to brake pedal.
Page 468 466 STARTING AND OPERATING HSA On Manual Transmission Vehicles WARNING! (Continued) The system will work in REVERSE, forward gears, and could cause a collision with another vehicle or object. NEUTRAL on manual transmission equipped vehicles. Always remember the driver is responsible for brak- The system does not recognize NEUTRAL on manual ing the vehicle.
Page 469 STARTING AND OPERATING 467 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to follow these warnings may cause the • If you use a trailer brake controller with your vehicle to roll down the incline and could collide trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and with another vehicle, object or person, and cause deactivated with the brake switch.
Page 470: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
468 STARTING AND OPERATING HSA Off 7. If the sequence was completed properly, the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” will blink If you wish to turn off the HSA system, follow this several times to confirm HSA is off. procedure: Steps 1-7 must be completed within 90 seconds to turn off 1.
Page 471: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 469 Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) can only reduce the WARNING! (Continued) chance of wheel lift occurring during severe or evasive capabilities of an ERM-equipped vehicle must never driving maneuvers. It cannot prevent wheel lift due to be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner other factors such as road conditions, leaving the road- which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety way or striking objects or other vehicles.
Page 472 470 STARTING AND OPERATING the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appro- WARNING! priate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, •...
Page 473 STARTING AND OPERATING 471 The ESC system has three available operating modes in This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep 4H range. The system has one operating mode in 4L snow, sand, or gravel conditions and more wheel spin range.
Page 474 472 STARTING AND OPERATING In the ESC “Full Off” mode, the engine torque reduction WARNING! and stability features are disabled. Therefore, the en- • When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality hanced vehicle stability offered by ESC is unavailable. In an emergency evasive maneuver, the ESC system will not of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de- engage to assist in maintaining stability.
Page 475 STARTING AND OPERATING 473 When in ESC Off mode, ESC and TCS, except for the Brake 4L Range (4WD Models) Limited Differential (BLD) feature described in the TCS ESC Off section, are turned off until the vehicle reaches a speed of This is the normal operating mode for ESC in 4L range.
Page 476 474 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The “ESC OFF” message will display and the 2H Range (4WD Models) Or 2WD Models audible chime will sound when the shift lever is placed in the PARK position from any position other than PARK, This is the normal operating mode for ESC in 2H range and then moved out of the PARK position.
Page 477 STARTING AND OPERATING 475 NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving WARNING! with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand, or • When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the Partial Off mode by pressing the ESC OFF switch.
Page 478: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
476 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo- ESC OFF Indicator Light cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 479: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 477 • The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds from swaying. Always use caution when towing a trailer when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop and follow the tongue weight recommendations. Refer to when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver “Trailer Towing”...
Page 480: Hill Descent Control (Hdc) - If Equipped
478 STARTING AND OPERATING Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped When enabled, HDC senses the terrain and activates when the vehicle is descending a hill. HDC speed may be HDC is only intended for low speed off-road driving. adjusted by the driver to suit the driving conditions. The HDC maintains vehicle speed while descending hills in speed corresponds to the transmission gear selected.
Page 481 STARTING AND OPERATING 479 However, the driver can override HDC operation by NOTE: applying the brake to slow the vehicle down below the • If the transfer case is not in 4WD LOW range, the HDC control speed. If more speed is desired during HDC “Hill Descent Control Indicator Light”...
Page 482: Tire Safety Information
480 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 483 STARTING AND OPERATING 481 • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into into the sidewall.
Page 484 482 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: R = Construction code — R means radial construction — D means diagonal or bias construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol —...
Page 485: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 483 EXAMPLE: Load Identification: ..blank..= Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire Extra Load (XL) = Extra load (or reinforced) tire Light Load (LL) = Light load tire C, D, E, F, G = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load—...
Page 486 484 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation — This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
Page 487: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 485 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 488: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
486 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location Tire Placard Location (Four-Door Model) Tire Placard Location (Two-Door Model)
Page 489 STARTING AND OPERATING 487 Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle. 2. Total weight your vehicle can carry. 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4.
Page 490 488 STARTING AND OPERATING Loading To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle.
Page 491 STARTING AND OPERATING 489 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 492 490 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 493: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 491 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 494: Tire Inflation Pressures
492 STARTING AND OPERATING stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle NOTE: to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
Page 495 STARTING AND OPERATING 493 • Inspect tires for signs of tire wear or visible damage. Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with CAUTION! temperature changes. Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change.
Page 496: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
494 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 497: Tire Types
STARTING AND OPERATING 495 Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped additional information. Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- on ice.
Page 498: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
496 STARTING AND OPERATING If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and Run Flat Tires — If Equipped type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles in sets of four;...
Page 499: Spare Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 497 Spare Tires — If Equipped rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option, refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended NOTE: For vehicles equipped with TIREFIT instead of a tire rotation pattern. spare tire, please refer to “TIREFIT KIT”...
Page 500 498 STARTING AND OPERATING Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire.
Page 501: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 499 Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In WARNING! Emergencies” for further information. Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- WARNING! stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.
Page 502: Life Of Tire
500 STARTING AND OPERATING tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for further infor- mation. Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: •...
Page 503: Replacement Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 501 the originals in size, quality and performance when re- WARNING! placement is needed. Refer to the paragraph on “Tread Wear Indicators”. Refer to the Tire and Loading Informa- Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six tion placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for the size years, regardless of the remaining tread.
Page 504 502 STARTING AND OPERATING It is recommended you contact your authorized tire WARNING! (Continued) dealer or original equipment dealer with any questions • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or you may have on tire specifications or capability. Failure capacity, other than what was originally equipped to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect on your vehicle.
Page 505: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
STARTING AND OPERATING 503 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) CAUTION! Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard following precautions: against damage. • Because of restricted traction device clearance be- •...
Page 506: Tire Rotation Recommendations
504 STARTING AND OPERATING These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. CAUTION! (Continued) The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- aggressive tread designs such as those on On/Off Road tions on the method of installation, operating type tires.
Page 507: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 505 CAUTION! (Continued) damage to the transfer case. Tire rotation schedule should be followed to balance tire wear. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recommended cold placard pressure.
Page 508 506 STARTING AND OPERATING pressure will also increase as the vehicle is driven; this is pressures have been received. The vehicle may need to be normal and there should be no adjustment for this driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) to increased pressure.
Page 509 STARTING AND OPERATING 507 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, • The TPMS has been optimized for the original always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will equipment tires and wheels. The TPMS pressures prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve have been established for the tire size equipped on stem, which could damage the Tire Pressure Moni- your vehicle.
Page 510: Premium And Base Tpm System
508 STARTING AND OPERATING • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes Premium and Base TPM System the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire technology with wheel rim-mounted electronic sensors to tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and monitor tire pressure levels.
Page 511 STARTING AND OPERATING 509 A tire pressure monitoring sensor is located in the spare vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above wheel if the vehicle is equipped with a matching full size 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this information. spare wheel and tire assembly.
Page 512 510 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire location will be displayed as follows: Telltale Light” will turn off when the fault condition no longer exists. A system fault can occur with any of the LF = Left Front following scenarios: rF = right Front 1.
Page 513 STARTING AND OPERATING 511 NOTE: has a pressure below the low-pressure warning limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, a chime will sound • If your vehicle is equipped with a matching full-size and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will spare wheel and tire assembly, it has a tire pressure turn ON.
Page 514: Premium System - If Equipped
512 STARTING AND OPERATING Premium System — If Equipped NOTE: It is particularly important, for you to regularly check the tire pressure in all of your tires and to maintain The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless the proper pressure. technology with wheel rim-mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels.
Page 515 STARTING AND OPERATING 513 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster, and an au- dible chime will be activated, when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low. In addition, the EVIC will display a “LOW TIRE PRESSURE”...
Page 516 514 STARTING AND OPERATING the pressure value(s) will stop “flashing,” and the Tire If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will extinguish once providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault the updated tire pressure(s) have been received.
Page 517 STARTING AND OPERATING 515 The EVIC will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM to be ON, a chime to sound, a “LOW TIRE PRES- message for a minimum of five seconds when a system SURE” message to appear in the EVIC, and the graphic fault is detected possibly related to an incorrect sensor display will still show the Inflate to XX message and location fault.
Page 518: General Information
516 STARTING AND OPERATING minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h), the “Tire Pressure any of the four active road tires. The vehicle may need to Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) seconds and then remain on solid.
Page 519: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 517 FUEL REQUIREMENTS Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- 3.6L Engine wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, This engine is designed to meet all emis- and durability for your vehicle.
Page 520: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
518 STARTING AND OPERATING Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso- genates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenates line containing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher may be used in your vehicle.
Page 521: Mmt In Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 519 • Change the engine oil and oil filter. without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, • Disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether engine controller memory.
Page 522: Fuel System Cautions
520 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being CAUTION! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s Most of these products contain high concentrations performance: of methanol.
Page 523: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 521 Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- WARNING! tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon conditions repaired promptly.
Page 524 522 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impu- rities into the fuel system. Also, a poorly fitting aftermarket cap can cause the “Malfunction Indi- cator Light (MIL)”...
Page 525: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 523 • If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL will WARNING! (Continued) come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is the vehicle is refueled.
Page 526: Vehicle Loading
524 STARTING AND OPERATING VEHICLE LOADING rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded. Certification Label Payload As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar.
Page 527 STARTING AND OPERATING 525 Tire Size values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents added. the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.
Page 528: Trailer Towing
526 STARTING AND OPERATING items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed TRAILER TOWING equally. Stow all loose items securely before driving. In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect with your vehicle.
Page 529 STARTING AND OPERATING 527 exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certifica- further information. tion Label” in “Starting and Operating” for further information.
Page 530 528 STARTING AND OPERATING Frontal Area Weight-Distributing Hitch The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- maximum width of the front of a trailer. age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the Trailer Sway Control –...
Page 531: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 529 Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions WARNING! Class Max. Trailer Hitch In- • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch dustry Standards system may reduce handling, stability, braking Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) performance, and could result in a collision. Class II - Medium Duty 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) •...
Page 532: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
530 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. GCWR Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine/ (Gross Com- Axle Model Frontal Area (Gross Tongue Wt. Transmission bined Wt.
Page 533 STARTING AND OPERATING 531 GCWR Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine/ (Gross Com- Axle Model Frontal Area (Gross Tongue Wt. Transmission bined Wt. Trailer Wt.) (See Note) Rating) 3.6L/ 3.73 Two–Door 6,340 lbs 25 sq ft 2,000 lbs 200 lbs Automatic Sport Model (2 876 kg) (2.32 sq m)
Page 534 532 STARTING AND OPERATING GCWR Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine/ (Gross Com- Axle Model Frontal Area (Gross Tongue Wt. Transmission bined Wt. Trailer Wt.) (See Note) Rating) 3.6L/ 3.21 Two–Door 6,383 lbs 25 sq ft 2,000 lbs 200 lbs Automatic Sahara (2 895 kg) (2.32 sq m)
Page 535 STARTING AND OPERATING 533 GCWR Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine/ (Gross Com- Axle Model Frontal Area (Gross Tongue Wt. Transmission bined Wt. Trailer Wt.) (See Note) Rating) 3.6L/ 3.73 Two–Door 6,473 lbs 25 sq ft 2,000 lbs 200 lbs Automatic Rubicon (2 936 kg) (2.32 sq m)
Page 536 534 STARTING AND OPERATING GCWR Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine/ (Gross Com- Axle Model Frontal Area (Gross Tongue Wt. Transmission bined Wt. Trailer Wt.) (See Note) Rating) 3.6L/ 3.21 Four–Door 6,780 lbs 32 sq ft 2,000 lbs 200 lbs Automatic Sport Model (3 075 kg) (2.97 sq m)
Page 537 STARTING AND OPERATING 535 GCWR Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine/ (Gross Com- Axle Model Frontal Area (Gross Tongue Wt. Transmission bined Wt. Trailer Wt.) (See Note) Rating) 3.6L/ 3.21 Four–Door 6,728 lbs 32 sq ft 2,000 lbs 200 lbs Automatic Sahara (3 052 kg) (2.97 sq m)
Page 538 536 STARTING AND OPERATING GCWR Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine/ (Gross Com- Axle Model Frontal Area (Gross Tongue Wt. Transmission bined Wt. Trailer Wt.) (See Note) Rating) 3.6L/ 3.73 Four–Door 8,355 lbs 32 sq ft 3,500 lbs 350 lbs Automatic Rubicon (3 790 kg) (2.97 sq m)
Page 539: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 537 NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo (ie. the GVWR), and the GVWR should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
Page 540: Towing Requirements
538 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Page 541 STARTING AND OPERATING 539 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Page 542 540 STARTING AND OPERATING – Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pressures WARNING! (Continued) before trailer usage. • Total weight must be distributed between the tow – Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage vehicle and the trailer such that the following four before towing a trailer.
Page 543 STARTING AND OPERATING 541 • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is WARNING! (Continued) required when towing a trailer with electronically • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with distance. When towing you should allow for addi- a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle brake controller is not required.
Page 544 542 STARTING AND OPERATING The Trailer Tow Package will include a four–pin wiring harness. Use a factory-approved trailer harness and connector. NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.
Page 545: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 543 Towing Tips NOTE: Using a lower gear while operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions will improve perfor- Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces- and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy sive shifting and heat buildup.
Page 546 544 STARTING AND OPERATING – To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous Cooling System driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as neces- To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- sary to avoid extended driving at high RPM. Return to heating, take the following actions: a higher gear or vehicle speed when grade and road City Driving...
Page 547: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 545 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Four-Wheel Drive Models Flat Tow NONE See Instructions • Automatic transmission in PARK • Manual transmission in gear (NOT in NEUTRAL [N]) •...
Page 548: Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models
546 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! (Continued) NOTE: The transfer case must be shifted into NEUTRAL • Before recreational towing, perform the procedure (N), automatic transmission must be shifted into PARK, outlined under “Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N)” to be and manual transmission must be placed in gear (NOT in certain that the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL NEUTRAL) for recreational towing.
Page 549 STARTING AND OPERATING 547 Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N) CAUTION! Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that recreational towing. the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL (N) before recreational towing to prevent damage to internal WARNING! parts.
Page 550 548 STARTING AND OPERATING 7. Shift the transmission into REVERSE. CAUTION! (Continued) 8. Release the brake pedal (and clutch pedal on manual NEUTRAL (N) and the engine running. With the transmissions) for five seconds and ensure that there is transfer case in NEUTRAL (N) ensure that the engine no vehicle movement.
Page 551 STARTING AND OPERATING 549 3. Reconnect the negative battery cable. 10. Release the brake pedal. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. 11. Disconnect vehicle from the tow vehicle. 5. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position, but 12.
Page 553: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Road Tire Installation ....562 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...552 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 554: Hazard Warning Flashers
552 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel below the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 555: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 553 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS an impending overheat condition: Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle.
Page 556 554 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Wheel Mounting Surface Torque Patterns Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be nut/bolt has been tightened twice. sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated against the wheel.
Page 557: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 555 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has could be crushed.
Page 558: Jack Location
556 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location The jack and lug wrench are located in the rear storage compartment. Jack Wing Nut Spare Tire Removal To remove the spare tire from the carrier, remove the tire cover, if equipped, and remove the lug nuts with the lug Jack Storage wrench turning them counterclockwise.
Page 559: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 557 NOTE: If you have added aftermarket accessories to the 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. spare tire mounted carrier, it cannot exceed a gross 3. Set the parking brake. weight of 50 lbs (23 kg) including the weight of the spare tire.
Page 560: Jacking Instructions
558 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a...
Page 561 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 559 2. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 3. Assemble the jack and jacking tools. Connect the jack handle driver to the extension, then to the lug wrench.
Page 562 560 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Rear Jacking Location Front Jacking Location 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire.
Page 563 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 561 8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left, WARNING! and remove the jack. Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make 9. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the the vehicle less stable and cause a collision.
Page 564: Road Tire Installation
562 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Road Tire Installation each nut has been tightened twice. For the correct lug nut torque refer to “Torque Specifications” in this 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. section. If in doubt about the correct tightness, have 2.
Page 565: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 563 NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack Preparations For Jump-Start follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and The battery in your vehicle is located in the right rear of precautions. the engine compartment, behind the Power Distribution Center.
Page 566: Jump-Starting Procedure
564 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
Page 567 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 565 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper CAUTION! cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery Failure to follow these procedures could result in and the fuel injection system.
Page 568: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
566 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables CAUTION! in the reverse sequence: Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets Disconnecting The Jumper Cables draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not 1.
Page 569 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 567 CAUTION! CAUTION! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en- tween DRIVE/2nd gear and REVERSE, do not spin gine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drive- least one minute after every five rocking-motion...
Page 570: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
568 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi- • Do not use a chain for freeing a stuck vehicle. cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for Chains may break, causing serious injury or death. longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- •...
Page 571: Shift Lever Override
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 569 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: 1. Turn the engine OFF. 2.
Page 572: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
570 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 7. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position. TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled 8. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. If the trans- 9.
Page 573: Without The Ignition Key
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 571 Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose, following equip- Do not use sling type equipment when towing. When ment manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 574: Four-Wheel Drive Models
572 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Four–Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels • Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the damage to the transmission or transfer case will vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raised occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when and the opposite end on a towing dolly.
Page 575 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ....583 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..575 ▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ....584 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM —...
Page 576 574 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System (Manual Transmission) ▫ Headlamp ......623 — If Equipped ..... . .604 ▫...
Page 577: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 575 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Battery 8 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 9 — Air Cleaner Filter 4 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick (Under Engine Cover) 10 —...
Page 578: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
576 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 579: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 577 the message will appear the next time the vehicle is serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If the prob- ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not lem is detected twice in a row, the system will turn on the ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Page 580: Replacement Parts
578 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced •...
Page 581: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 579 available which include detailed service information for MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before The pages that follow contain the required maintenance attempting any procedure yourself. services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
Page 582: Engine Oil
580 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil CAUTION! (Continued) Checking Oil Level • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter- engine oil must be maintained at the correct level.
Page 583 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 581 Change Engine Oil American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa- This symbol means that the oil has tion.
Page 584 582 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine Synthetic Engine Oils MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to Chrysler You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®, Shell mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- Helix®...
Page 585: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 583 station or governmental agency for advice on how and WARNING! where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area. The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine Engine Oil Filter backfire.
Page 586: Maintenance-Free Battery
584 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use tenance required.
Page 587: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 585 Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • It is essential when replacing the cables on the should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer battery that the positive cable is attached to the at the start of each warm season.
Page 588 586 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- WARNING! (Continued) ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant service be performed by authorized dealer or other under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
Page 589 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 587 2. Push in on the sides of the glove compartment and 5. Open the two air filter access doors. lower the door. 3. Pivot the glove compartment downward. 4. Disengage the two retaining tabs that secure the two air filter access doors to the HVAC housing.
Page 590: Body Lubrication
588 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 7. Install the A/C air filter with the air filter position MOPAR® Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy opera- indicators pointing in the same direction as removal. tion and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should CAUTION! be wiped clean to remove dust and grit;...
Page 591: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 589 Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods with windshield washer solvent only (not radiator anti- may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use freeze). When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and from a dry windshield.
Page 592: Exhaust System
590 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 carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and system.
Page 593 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 591 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 594: Cooling System
592 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage: WARNING! (Continued) • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, when do not open the hood until the radiator has had time the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion. to cool.
Page 595 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 593 Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains visible the coolant recovery bottle and radiator. Inspect the sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and flush with entire system for leaks.
Page 596 594 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Page 597 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 595 • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant (antifreeze) solution.
Page 598 596 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom- WARNING! mended and can result in cooling system damage. If • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency, have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution.
Page 599 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 597 Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing en- a regulated substance requiring proper disposal.
Page 600: Brake System
598 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. •...
Page 601 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 599 fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear. WARNING! If the brake fluid level is abnormally low, check system for leaks. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts”...
Page 602: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
600 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
Page 603 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 601 NOTE: No chemical flushes should be used in any Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered transmission; only the approved lubricant should be product and its performance may be impaired by supple- used. mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi- tives to the transmission.
Page 604 602 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE of driving. At normal operating temperature, the fluid 6. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until cannot be held comfortably between the fingertips. seated. Use the following procedure to check the transmission 7. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on fluid level properly: both sides.
Page 605 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 603 NOTE: CAUTION! (Continued) • The holes in the dipstick will be full of fluid if the the temperature is elevated enough to produce an actual level is at or above the hole. accurate reading. Run the engine at idle, in PARK, to •...
Page 606: Clutch Hydraulic System (Manual Transmission) - If Equipped
604 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE In addition, change the fluid and filter if the fluid Fluid Level Check becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the trans- Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid mission is disassembled for any reason. level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a point not more than 3/16 in (4.76 mm) below the bottom Clutch Hydraulic System (Manual Transmission) —...
Page 607: Transfer Case
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 605 Transfer Case Adding Fluid Fluid should be added only at filler hole until fluid Fluid Level Check begins to run out of the hole. The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the fill hole (A) when the vehicle is in a level position.
Page 608: Front/Rear Axle Fluid
606 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front/Rear Axle Fluid Selection Of Lubricant For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not Use only manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer to required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be Your Vehicle”...
Page 609 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 607 The following maintenance recommendations will enable Washing you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- resistance built into your vehicle. hicle in the shade using MOPAR® Car Wash, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with What Causes Corrosion? clear water.
Page 610 608 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder that will •...
Page 611 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 609 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care CAUTION! • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 612 610 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win- WARNING! dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may Many are potentially flammable and, if used in scratch the elements.
Page 613 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 611 • Avoid leaving your vehicle unattended with the top Seat Belt Maintenance down, as exposure to sun or rain may damage interior Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical trim. solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. •...
Page 614 612 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Washing – Use MOPAR® Car Wash or equivalent, or CAUTION! (Continued) mild soap suds, lukewarm water, and a brush with soft • It is recommended that the top be free of water bristles. If extra cleaning is required, use MOPAR® prior to opening it.
Page 615 5. Debris (sand, mud/dirt, dust, or salt) from off-road window, not up and down. MOPAR® Jeep Soft Glass driving will have a major impact on zipper operation. Window Cleaner or equivalent will safely clean all Even normal on-road driving and vehicle washing plastic windows without scratching.
Page 616: Fuses
614 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE the zipper, not just one side. Rinse both zipper halves FUSES with fresh water and allow to dry. Aggressively work the MOPAR® Soft Top Zipper Cleaner and Lubricant WARNING! or equivalent into the zipper teeth. If a stuck zipper •...
Page 617: Totally Integrated Power Module
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 615 WARNING! (Continued) • If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air bag system, braking system), power unit systems (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system blows, contact an authorized dealer. Totally Integrated Power Module The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the battery.
Page 618 616 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 25 Amp Natural Passenger Door Node 40 Amp Green Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Pump/Stability Control System 30 Amp Pink Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Valve/Stability Control System — — 40 Amp Green PZEV Sec Motor/Flex Fuel 30 Amp Pink Headlamp Wash Relay/Manifold Tuning Valve...
Page 619 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 617 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 60 Amp Yellow Radiator Fan 30 Amp Pink Front Wiper LO/HI 20 Amp Blue Front/Rear Washer — Spare 15 Amp Blue Center High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)/ Switch Stop Lamp Feed 20 Amp Yellow Relay Trailer Lighting (Stoplamp) 20 Amp Yellow...
Page 620 618 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 15 Amp Blue Ignition Off Draw – Vehicle Entertainment Sys- tem, Satellite Digital Audio Receiver (SDARS), DVD, Hands-Free Module, RADIO, Antenna, Universal Garage Door Opener, Vanity Lamp 10 Amp Red (Ignition Off Draw) Climate Control System, Underhood Lamp 30 Amp Green...
Page 621 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 619 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 10 Amp Red Airbag Module 15 Amp Blue Left Tail/License/Park Lamp 15 Amp Blue Right Tail/Park/Run Lamp 25 Amp Natural Auto Shut Down (ASD #1 and #2) 15 Amp Blue Cabin Compartment Node Interior Light, Switch Bank 20 Amp Yellow...
Page 622 620 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 15 Amp Blue Wiper Motor Frt, J1962 Diagnostic Feed 20 Amp Yellow Backup Lamps 10 Amp Red Airbag Controller, TT EUROPE 10 Amp Red Powertrain Controller 10 Amp Red Park Assist, Climate Control System, Headlamp Wash, Compass 10 Amp Red Heated Mirrors...
Page 623: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 621 VEHICLE STORAGE CAUTION! If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 • When installing the Integrated Power Module days, you may want to take steps to protect your battery. cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly You may: positioned and fully latched.
Page 624: Replacement Bulbs
622 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Interior Bulbs Headlamps (2) Bulb Number Front Park/Turn Signal 3157NA Automatic Transmission Lamps (2) Indicator Lamp Front Side Marker Heater Control Lamps (2) Lamps (2) Rocker Switch Indicator Fog Lamps PSX24W Lamp (Rear Window De- Rear Stop/Tail/Turn...
Page 625: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 623 Headlamp Bulb Number Backup Lamps (2) 3157 1. Open hood and support using prop rod. License Lamp 2. Remove the front grille. Turn the retainers along the top 1/4 turn counterclockwise and remove. NOTE: Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be 3.
Page 626: Front Park/Turn Signal
624 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 8. Pull the bulb from the housing. Front Park/Turn Signal 9. Push connector locking tab to the unlock position. 1. Remove the front grille. Turn the retainers along the top 1/4 turn counterclockwise and remove. 10. Remove connector from bulb. 2.
Page 627: Front Fog Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 625 Front Fog Lamp CAUTION! 1. Reach under the vehicle to access the back of the front Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil fog lamp. contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the 2.
Page 628: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)
626 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Rotate the appropriate socket 1/4 turn counterclock- wise, then remove it from the housing. 4. Pull the bulb straight from the socket to replace. Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) The stop lamp is mounted on a bracket that extends upward from the tailgate behind the spare tire.
Page 629: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 627 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) — Two Door 18.6 Gallons 70 Liters Models Fuel (Approximate) — Four Door 22.5 Gallons 85 Liters Models Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L Engine 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters Cooling System * 3.6L Engine (MOPAR®...
Page 630: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
628 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Ma-...
Page 631: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 629 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission – If Equipped Use only ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Fail- ure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. We recommend MOPAR® ATF+4® fluid. Manual Transmission –...
Page 632 630 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Axle Differential (Rear) 226 RBI (Model 44) – We recommend you use MOPAR® Gear & Axle Lubricant (SAE 80W-90) (API GL-5) or equivalent. For trailer towing, use MOPAR® Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant (SAE 75W-140). Models equipped with Trac-Lok™...
Page 633: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart.....635 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .632...
Page 634 632 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change miles (805 km). indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) scheduled maintenance.
Page 635 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 633 “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In- Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom- • Check engine oil level eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for • Check windshield washer fluid level further information.
Page 636 634 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Required Maintenance Intervals. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses page for the required maintenance intervals. and park brake At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil •...
Page 637 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 635 Maintenance Chart Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV/Universal joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary.
Page 638 636 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. Inspect transfer case fluid. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air cleaner filter. Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter.
Page 639 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 637 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your ve- hicle for any of the following: po- lice, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Page 640 638 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or more than 50% of your driving is at sus- tained high speeds during hot...
Page 641 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 639 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. Change front and rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing. ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
Page 642 640 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 643: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .643 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
Page 644 642 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .649 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....649 ▫...
Page 645: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 643 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 646: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
644 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
Page 647: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 645 In Mexico Contact: Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Sante Fe C.P.
Page 648: Warranty Information
646 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service WARNING! contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain manufacturer’s service contract.
Page 649: Mopar® Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 647 MOPAR® PARTS campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized MOPAR® fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are dealer, and the manufacturer. available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety operating at its best.
Page 650: Publication Order Forms
648 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Diagnostic Procedure Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix cepted.
Page 651 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 649 Call toll free at: Treadwear • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...
Page 652 650 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre- WARNING! sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not WARNING! include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or...
Page 653 INDEX...
Page 654 652 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ....305 Alarm (Security Alarm) ..... .21 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .
Page 655 INDEX 653 Adding Fluid ......603 Parking ......458 Fluid and Filter Changes .
Page 656 654 INDEX Changing A Flat Tire ..... . .555 Connector Chart, Tire Sizing ......481 UCI .
Page 657 INDEX 655 Cruise Light ......308 Door Locks, Automatic ..... .42 Cupholders .
Page 658 656 INDEX Emergency, In Case of Oil Selection ......581 Jacking .......555 Oil Synthetic .
Page 659 INDEX 657 Air Conditioning ..... . .406 Folding Windshield ......288 Engine Oil .
Page 660 658 INDEX Fueling ....... .521 Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect®) ....114 Fuses .
Page 661 INDEX 659 Hill Descent Control ..... . .478 Interior Lights ......171 Hill Descent Control Indicator .
Page 662 660 INDEX Lap/Shoulder Belts......52 Cruise .......308 Latches .
Page 663 INDEX 661 Rear Servicing ......625 Steering Wheel ......17 Rear Tail .
Page 664 662 INDEX Heated .......114 Dipstick ......580 Outside .
Page 665 INDEX 663 Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ... . .6 Pretensioners Paint Care ......606 Seat Belts .
Page 666 664 INDEX Remote Control Safety, Exhaust Gas ......101 Door Locks ......24 Safety Information, Tire .
Page 667 INDEX 665 Easy Entry ......154 Automatic Transmission ....423 Fold and Tumble Rear .
Page 668 666 INDEX Automatic Transmission ....415 Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ..64 Cold Weather ......415 Sway Bar Disconnect, Electronic .
Page 669 INDEX 667 High Speed ......494 To Open Hood ......165 Inflation Pressures .
Page 670 668 INDEX Trailer Weight ......530 Uconnect® Transaxle Advanced Phone Connectivity ....132 Autostick .
Page 671 INDEX 669 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ... . .8 Wheel and Wheel Trim .....609 Vehicle Loading .
Page 672 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only frequency signals.
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Jeep Wrangler 2014 Owner's Manual

Introduction 1

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

UNDERSTANDING the FEATURES of YOUR VEHICLE to Deactivate

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Understanding Your Instrument Panel

Starting and Operating

Quick Links

Chapters

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