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

  • Page 3: Introduction

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

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

  • Page 6: Introduction

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

  • Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number

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

  • Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

    INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a accident resulting in serious injury or death.
  • Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..18 Ignition Key Removal .
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Open Window Feature — Power Windows ..... . . 35 If Equipped ......25 Power Window Switches .
  • Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions ..50 Air Bag System Components ... . . 60 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — Advanced Front Air Bag Features .

  • Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer.
  • Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition switch lock cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inop- erable.

  • Page 16: Key-In-Ignition Reminder

    14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The time for this feature is programmable. Refer to CAUTION! “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Fea- An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always tures)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for remove key from the ignition and lock all doors further information.

  • Page 17: Sentry Key

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the NOTE: A key, which has not been programmed, is also door, turn the key rearward, to unlock the door, turn the considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the key forward.

  • Page 18: Replacement Keys

    16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided CAUTION! with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). • Always remove the Sentry Key from the vehicle This PIN is required for authorized dealer replacement of keys.

  • Page 19: General Information

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn The new Sentry Key is programmed. The Remote the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position for at least Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will also be pro- three seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds.

  • Page 20: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference that may be Rearming The System received, including interference that may cause unde- If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to sired operation. disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the horn after three minutes, turn off all of the visual signals VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM —...

  • Page 21: To Disarm The System

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Security Alarm is arming. During this period, if a door is NOTE: • The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button on opened, the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN, or the power door locks are unlocked in any manner, the the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle Vehicle Security Alarm will automatically disarm.

  • Page 22: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the becomes disconnected the Vehicle Security Alarm will outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “Mirrors” in remain armed when the battery is reconnected.

  • Page 23: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, lower both front windows (if equipped), or activate the Panic Alarm from distances approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans- mitter.
  • Page 24 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First 2. Release both buttons at the same time. Press 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- This feature lets you program the system to unlock either ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter the driver’s door or all doors on the first press of the with the ignition in the LOCK position and the key...
  • Page 25 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Flash Lights With Lock 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- The feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- with the ignition in the LOCK position and the key ter.

  • Page 26: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. following steps: To Lock The Doors 1. Press the LOCK button on a programmed RKE trans- Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- mitter for at least four seconds, but not longer than ter to lock all doors.

  • Page 27: To Unlatch The Trunk

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: If there is no key in the ignition switch, pressing Using The Panic Alarm the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter while you are in To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, press and hold the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm.

  • Page 28: Programming Additional Transmitters

    26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Programming Additional Transmitters Refer to Sentry Key “Customer Key Programming.” If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter, contact your authorized dealer for details. Transmitter Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. NOTE: Perchlorate Material —...

  • Page 29: General Information

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 General Information 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with tower, airport transmitter, military base, and some mobile RS-210 of Industry Canada.

  • Page 30: How To Use Remote Start

    28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Use Remote Start WARNING! All of the following conditions must be met before the • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or engine will remote start: confined area.
  • Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar • For security, power window operation is disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode. • Remote Start Aborted — Trunk Ajar • The engine can be started two consecutive times (two •...

  • Page 32: Door Locks

    30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The DOOR LOCKS Vehicle Manual Door Locks Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle.
  • Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 WARNING! CAUTION! • For personal security and safety in the event of an An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all well as when you park and leave the vehicle.

  • Page 34: Power Door Locks

    32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks Automatic Door Locks feature can be enabled or disabled A door lock switch is located on the driver and passenger by your authorized dealer. See your authorized dealer for door panel.
  • Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Auto Unlock On Exit Programming 3. Press the power door unlock switch to unlock the The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be doors. enabled or disabled as follows: 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the •...

  • Page 36: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors

    34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child-Protection Door Lock System — The Child-Protection Door Locks are located inside the Rear Doors rear edge of the door. Insert the tip of the ignition key or To provide a safer environment for children riding in the similar flat-bladed object into the lock and rotate approxi- rear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have a Child- mately one-quarter turn to the lock or unlock position (as...

  • Page 37: Power Windows

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged. NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock knob up (UNLOCKED position), roll down the window, and open the door with the outside door handle.

  • Page 38: Auto Window Down - If Equipped

    36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To cancel the Auto-Down movement, operate the switch WARNING! either in the up or down direction and release the switch. Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle the ignition switch.

  • Page 39: Auto Window Up - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 • Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger Auto Window Up — If Equipped Lift the window switch fully upward to the second the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto- detent, release, and the window will go up automatically.

  • Page 40: Window Lockout Switch

    38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Window Lockout Switch Wind Buffeting The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of you to disable the window control on the other doors. To pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the disable the window controls on the other doors, press the ears.

  • Page 41: Trunk Release

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 TRUNK RELEASE With the ignition switch in the LOCK position or with the Use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) key out, the word “deck” will display until the trunk is transmitter to open the trunk from closed.

  • Page 42: Trunk Internal Emergency Release

    40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Internal Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Some of the most important safety features in your Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. vehicle are the restraint systems: In the event of an individual being locked inside the •...
  • Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 • Knee bolsters/blockers for front seat occupants If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold enhance occupant protection by managing occupant infant and child restraint systems.
  • Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE You should read the instructions provided with your WARNING! child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. Infants in rear facing child restraints should never 2. All occupants should always wear their lap and ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger shoulder belts properly.
  • Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more (SABIC) and Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work also need room to inflate.

  • Page 46: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! can reduce the seriousness of injuries in an accident. • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle.
  • Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front WARNING! (Continued) seat, next to your arm. Grasp the latch plate and pull out • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make the belt.
  • Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.
  • Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. on the shoulder belt.
  • Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully.

  • Page 51: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180° to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.

  • Page 52: Rear Seat Belts

    50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • ALR — Automatic Locking Retractor Rear Seat Belts The shoulder belt anchorages of the rear three-point belts If the passenger seating position is equipped with an are nonadjustable for outboard and center rear passen- ALR and is being used for normal usage: gers on sedans.

  • Page 53: Energy Management Feature

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 anytime a child safety seat is installed in a seating WARNING! position that has a belt with this feature. Children • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seat.

  • Page 54: Seat Belt Pretensioners

    52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) — The seat belts for both front seating positions are If Equipped equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to These head restraints are passive, deployable compo- remove slack from the seat belt in the event of an nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily accident.
  • Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR. This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in certain types of rear impacts.
  • Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. CAUTION! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident.
  • Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 1 — Downward Movement 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 2 — Rearward Movement...

  • Page 58: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )

    56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For safety reasons, have the Active Head Restraints 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half. checked by a qualified specialist at an authorized dealer.

  • Page 59: Beltalert Programming

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 notification and illuminate the Seat Belt Reminder Light, 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position and then will proceed to the 96 second reminder sequence. wait for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn off. BeltAlert will be reactivated if the driver’s seat belt is 3.

  • Page 60: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is Using a seat belt extender when not needed can the best way to keep the baby safe.
  • Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 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 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 seat position.

  • Page 62: Air Bag System Components

    60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Air Bag Warning Light vehicle is equipped with SABIC, they are located above the side windows. The trim covering the side air bags is • Steering Wheel and Column labeled SRS AIRBAG. •...

  • Page 63: Advanced Front Air Bag Features

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • No objects should be placed over or near the air driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides bag on the instrument panel, because any such output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a...
  • Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags may provide front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a deploys independently;...
  • Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- brated to deploy the side air bags during impacts that require air bag occupant protection. WARNING! • If your vehicle is equipped with left and right Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC), do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the SABIC.

  • Page 66: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls

    64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front WARNING! (Continued) Air Bags work with the knee bolsters to provide im- • If your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, proved protection for the driver and front passenger. Side do not have any accessory items installed which air bags also work with seat belts to improve occupant will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to...
  • Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi- Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are certain frontal collisions depending on the severity and not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should type of collision.
  • Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Also, the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning WARNING! Light in the instrument panel for approxi- mately four to eight seconds for a self-check Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- when the ignition is first turned on.
  • Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 are possible, based on the collision type and severity. The Based on the severity and type of collision, the side air steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of bag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle may be the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as triggered, releasing a quantity of non-toxic gas.
  • Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the side Enhanced Accident Response System curtain air bag. The inflating side curtain air bag pushes In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and the communication network remains intact, and the covers the window.
  • Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 NOTE: Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all bag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye the air bag system.
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or • Modifications to any part of the air bag system may not function properly if modifications are could cause it to fail when you need it.

  • Page 73: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine You will want to have the air bags ready to related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint inflate for your protection in a collision. The Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.

  • Page 74: Child Restraints

    72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is were buckled/fastened; required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, •...
  • Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Infants And Small Children WARNING! • Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old can become a projectile inside the vehicle.
  • Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child cannot sit WARNING! with knees bent over the vehicle’s cushion while the child’s back is against the seatback, then the child should Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in use a belt-positioning booster seat.
  • Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 • Carefully follow the instructions that come with the Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraints: restraint. If you install the restraint improperly, it may not work when you need it. •...
  • Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure, Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- try a different seating position.
  • Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 the vehicle’s seat belts. Please refer to “Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System” for typical installation instructions. Rear Seat LATCH Anchors Child restraints systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the top tether anchorage, have been available for some time.
  • Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE have tether straps, and you are urged to take advantage Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint of all of the available attachments provided with your System child restraint in any vehicle. We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint.
  • Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 window. These tether strap anchorages are under a provide the most direct path between the anchor and the plastic cover with this symbol on it. child restraint. Finally, tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with seat, removing slack in the straps according to the child...
  • Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child. Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and should not be played with, and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle.
  • Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 between the two posts. If not possible, lower the head Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard Belt side of the head restraint. The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor to secure 3.
  • Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Finally, pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap Driver Center Passenger portion around the child restraint. Any seat belt system CRS Lock CRS Lock CRS Lock will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally, and First Row pull it tight if necessary.

  • Page 85: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Children Too Large For Booster Seats Transporting Pets Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly over the front of the seat when their back is against the injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in...

  • Page 86: Safety Tips

    84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a WARNING! high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil • Do not leave children or animals inside parked changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.

  • Page 87: Exhaust Gas

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Exhaust Gas If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate WARNING! control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.

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

    86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Defroster Vehicle Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to Seat Belts feel the air directed against the windshield. See your Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, authorized dealer for service if your defroster is frays, and loose parts.
  • Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Always make sure that floor mats are properly • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the attached to the floor mat fasteners. driver footwell while the vehicle is moving. Ob- •...

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

    88 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 91: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......93 Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped ... 97 Inside Day/Night Mirror .
  • Page 92 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command — If Equipped ... 128 Head Restraints ..... 142 Voice Command System Operation .
  • Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 Fog Lights — If Equipped ....152 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..159 Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped ..152 To Activate .
  • Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Security ......167 Ignition Off Operation ....171 Troubleshooting Tips .

  • Page 95: Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).

  • Page 96: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped

    94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated.

  • Page 97: Power Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Power Mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. Mirror Directions When you are finished adjusting the mirror, turn the control to the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror.

  • Page 98: Adjusting Side View Mirrors

    96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting Side View Mirrors WARNING! Outside Mirror — Driver Side Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of convex mirror will look smaller and farther away traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the than they really are.

  • Page 99: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster. Refer to “Rear Window Features” in “Under- standing the Features of Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 100 • www.chrysler.com/uconnect mobile phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to • www.dodge.com/uconnect the vehicle’s Uconnect™ Phone. The Uconnect™ Phone • www.jeep.com/uconnect allows up to seven mobile phones to be linked to the system.
  • Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Voice Command Button WARNING! Actual button location may vary with the ra- dio. The individual buttons are described in the Any voice commanded system should be used only “Operation” section. in safe driving conditions following local laws and phone use.

  • Page 102: Operation

    100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Operation example, you can use the compound form voice Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ command “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone the compound form command into two voice com- menu structure.
  • Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Device” Cancel Command At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and and follow the audible prompts. you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a •...
  • Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect™ Phone will confirm the phone number phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three and then dial. The number will appear in the display and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the of certain radios.
  • Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 • The Uconnect™ system will confirm the name and • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., then dial the corresponding phone number, which “Home”, “Work”, “Mobile”, or “Other”). This will may appear in the display of certain radios. allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone- book entry, if desired.
  • Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Depending on the maximum number of entries down- Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, downloaded names can be used.
  • Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Edit Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in NOTE: the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return •...
  • Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • 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 • Press the button to begin. to delete.

  • Page 109: Phone Call Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 List All Names In The Uconnect™ Phonebook Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the • Press the button to begin. Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on your •...
  • Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 If a call is currently in progress and you have another to “Conference Call”...
  • Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Conference Call Call Termination When two calls are in progress (one active and one on To end a call in progress, momentarily press the hold), press and hold the button until you hear a button.

  • Page 112: Uconnect™ Phone Features

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

  • Page 117: Advanced Phone Connectivity

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

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

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ You can either press the Uconnect™ Phone button to Phone restore the factory setting or repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the Uconnect™ Phone. For Uconnect™...
  • Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • fully closed windows, Voice Command • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to • dry weather condition. provide at least ⁄ in (1 cm) gap between the overhead • Even though the system is designed for users speaking console (if equipped) and the mirror.
  • Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must • fully closed windows, be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • dry weather conditions, and • You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). •...
  • Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After reading a message, you can “Reply” or “Forward” Uconnect™ Phone can read or send new messages on the message using Uconnect™ Phone. your phone. Send Messages: Read Messages: You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send If you receive a new text message while your phone is a new message: connected to Uconnect™...
  • Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 To send a message, press the button while the 10. Thanks system is listing the message and say “Send.” 11. See You in 15 minutes Uconnect™ Phone will prompt you to say the name or 12.
  • Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF Bluetooth Communication Link Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the the system from announcing the new incoming mes- Uconnect™...
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  • Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
  • Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...

  • Page 130: General Information

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

  • Page 131: Commands

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few When using this system, you should speak clearly and at seconds, the system will present you with a list of a normal speaking volume. options.
  • Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) Changing the Volume • “Setup” (to switch to system setup) 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button. Radio AM To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In 2.
  • Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 • “Next Station” (to select the next station) • “List Channel” (to hear a list of available channels) • “Previous Station” (to select the previous station) • “Select Name” (to say the name of a channel) •...
  • Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memo − “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: • “Delete All” (to delete all memos) •...

  • Page 135: Voice Training

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 • “Language Spanish” 2. Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by Uconnect™ Voice. For best results, the “Voice Training” • “Tutorial” session should be completed when the vehicle is parked, • “Voice Training” engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan switched off.

  • Page 136: Power Seats - If Equipped

    134 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 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Reclining The Seatback The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will backward.

  • Page 138: Heated Seats - If Equipped

    136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) There are two heated seat switches that allow the driver • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the and passenger to operate the seats independently. The shoulder belt is no longer resting against your controls for each heater are located near the bottom chest.
  • Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt WARNING! within two to five minutes. • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin When the HIGH-level setting is selected, the heater will because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, ex-...

  • Page 140: Manual Front Seat Adjustments

    138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Front Seat Adjustments WARNING! The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat to the Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is desired position.

  • Page 141: Reclining Seats

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Manual Seat Height Adjustment Lever Seatback Adjustment Reclining Seats The recliner control is on the side of the seat. To recline, lean forward slightly before lifting the lever, then lean back to the desired position and release the lever. Lean forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its normal position.

  • Page 142: Lumbar Support - If Equipped

    140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lumbar Support — If Equipped WARNING! This feature allows you to increase or decrease the • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is amount of lumbar support. The control lever is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seatback.

  • Page 143: Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat The hard seatback features a work surface and a molded The recline handle on the front passenger seat also rim for retaining items stored on the seatback panel. releases the seatback to fold forward. Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat Seatback Adjustment...

  • Page 144: Head Restraints

    142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Head Restraints Active Head Restraints — Front Seats Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- by restricting head movement in the event of a rear nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily impact.
  • Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push forward and rearward. To tilt the head restraint closer to button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the downward on the head restraint.
  • Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players.

  • Page 147: Folding Rear Seat

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Folding Rear Seat WARNING! (Continued) To provide additional storage area, the rear seatback can • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they be folded forward. Pull on the loops shown in the picture are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose to fold down either or both seatbacks.

  • Page 148: Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest

    146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! The rear cargo area of the vehicle (with the rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down position) should not be used as a play area by children. They could be seriously injured in a collision. Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system.

  • Page 149: To Open And Close The Hood

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Lift the secondary latch located under the front edge To open the hood, two latches must be released. of the hood, near the center and raise the hood. 1.
  • Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open CAUTION! position. Place the upper end of the prop rod in the hole on the left underside of the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.

  • Page 151: Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 LIGHTS Headlights And Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent Multifunction Lever for parking light operation. Turn to the second detent for The multifunction lever controls the operation of the headlight operation.

  • Page 152: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped

    150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped With the engine running and the multifunction lever in Turning the end of the multifunction lever to the third the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on and turn detent (AUTO), will activate the automatic headlight off based on the surrounding light levels.

  • Page 153: Lane Change Assist

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatically turn off. High/Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam.

  • Page 154: Fog Lights - If Equipped

    152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights — If Equipped NOTE: The front fog lights will only operate with the The front fog light switch is on the multifunction headlights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights lever. To activate the front fog lights, turn on the will turn off the front fog lights.

  • Page 155: Instrument Panel Dimmer

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 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. Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the park- ing lights or headlights are on.

  • Page 156: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time, There is a second light located midway back in the so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the headliner. vehicle.
  • Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever Changing Wiper Speeds Rotate the end of the lever to the LO position for NOTE: The wipers will automatically return to the park low-speed wiper operation, or to the HI position for position if you turn the ignition switch OFF while they high-speed wiper operation.

  • Page 158: Intermittent Wiper System

    156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle CAUTION! every second to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving between cycles. through an automatic car wash. Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off.

  • Page 159: Windshield Washers

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Windshield Washers WARNING! To use the washer, pull the windshield wiper/washer control lever toward you and hold it for as long as Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield washer spray is desired. could lead to a collision.

  • Page 160: Mist Feature

    158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mist Feature Headlights With Wipers Feature Push down on the wiper control lever to activate a single (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) wipe to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on a passing vehicle.

  • Page 161: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 handle is located below the steering wheel at the end of outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the steering the steering column. column in position, push the control handle inward until fully engaged.

  • Page 162: To Activate

    160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control right side of the steering wheel. System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed.

  • Page 163: To Set A Desired Speed

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 To Set A Desired Speed To Vary The Speed Setting Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can in- has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button crease speed by pushing the RES (+) button.

  • Page 164: To Accelerate For Passing

    162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Accelerate For Passing WARNING! Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed.
  • Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 WARNING! • Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are training the universal transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people, pets or other objects are in the path of the door or gate. Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener that has a “stop and reverse”...

  • Page 166: Programming Homelink

    164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming HomeLink Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while Before You Begin keeping the indicator light in view. If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, erase all channels before you begin training.
  • Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 • After training a HomeLink channel, if the garage This can usually be found where the hanging antenna door does not operate with HomeLink and the ga- wire is attached to the garage door opener motor. It is rage door opener was manufactured after 1995, the NOT the button normally used to open and close the garage door opener may have a rolling code.

  • Page 168: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming

    166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAINING Gate Operator/Canadian Programming button. The name and color of the button may vary by Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig- manufacturer. nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans- mission –...

  • Page 169: Using Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 successfully accepted the frequency signal. The indica- Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button tor light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, trained. follow these steps: If you unplugged the device for training, plug it back in 1.

  • Page 170: Troubleshooting Tips

    168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when General Information the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following Troubleshooting Tips two conditions: If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here...

  • Page 171: Power Sunroof - If Equipped

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

  • Page 172: Opening Sunroof - Express

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

  • Page 173: Venting Sunroof - Express

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

  • Page 174: Electrical Power Outlets

    172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ignition switch is turned OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time is programmable. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
  • Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 The center console power outlet is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this power outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent the engine from starting. NOTE: To ensure proper operation a MOPAR knob and element must be used.
  • Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. •...
  • Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).

  • Page 178: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped

    176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF EQUIPPED An optional ash receiver is available from your autho- rized dealer and will fit in the center console front cupholder. The optional ash receiver also comes with a cigar lighter that can be used with the power outlets.

  • Page 179: Storage

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 STORAGE Glovebox Storage Compartment The glovebox storage compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Rear Bottle Holder WARNING! If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burn- Glovebox Storage Compartment ing the occupants.

  • Page 180: Console Features

    178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pull on the handle to open the glovebox. is also equipped with an electrical power outlet. Refer to “Power Outlets” in “Understanding The Feature Of Your Vehicle” for further information. Opened Glovebox CONSOLE FEATURES Center Console The center console is located between the front driver and passenger seats.

  • Page 181: Cargo Area Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 The top compartment holds small items, such as a pen WARNING! and note pad, while the larger bottom compartment will hold CDs and alike. The bottom compartment also con- Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- tains a 12 Volt power outlet.
  • Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • To help protect against personal injury, passengers • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The position. If the seatback in not securely locked rear cargo space is intended for load carrying into position, the seat will not provide the proper purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit...

  • Page 183: Ski Pass-Through

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the seatback. This could impair visibility or become a dan- gerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision. Ski Pass-Through There is a ski pass-through door located behind the rear seat armrest that allows longer items, such as snow skis, to be stored in the rear cargo area.

  • Page 184: Rear Window Features

    182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to The rear window defroster button is located on the the heating elements: climate control (Mode) knob. Press this button to •...

  • Page 185: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....186 Trip Functions ..... . 207 Instrument Cluster .
  • Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) ..235 And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video) . . . 223 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..235 Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files .
  • Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — CD/DVD Disc Maintenance ....261 If Equipped ......255 Radio Operation And Mobile Phones .

  • Page 188: Instrument Panel Features

    186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 5 — Passenger Airbag 9 — Power Outlet 2 — Side Window Demister Outlet 6 — Glove Compartment 10 — Climate Controls 3 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Heated Seat Switch — If Equipped 11 —...

  • Page 189: Instrument Cluster

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...

  • Page 190: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and 1. Temperature Gauge the Fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat ture.
  • Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 5. Low Fuel Light If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting When the fuel level drops to approximately 2.0 gal- Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. lons (7.6 Liters), the fuel symbol will light and a 7.
  • Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL flash or remain on continuously. Refer to “Occupant 10. Engine Temperature Warning Light Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your This light warns of an overheated engine condi- Vehicle” for further information. tion. If the engine is critically hot, a warning chime will sound 10 times.
  • Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp to the ABS system is required.
  • Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Tachometer been driven. If your odometer needs to be repaired or The silver area of the scale shows the permissible engine serviced, the repair technician should leave the odometer revolutions-per-minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear range. reading the same as it was before the repair or service.
  • Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 Vehicle Odometer Messages LoW tirE When the appropriate conditions exist, the odometer will When the appropriate condition exists, the odometer display the following messages: display will toggle between LoW and tirE for three cycles. door ......Door Ajar HOTOIL dECK .
  • Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odom- To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the eter reset button to turn off the “gASCAP” message. Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset (Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic System —...
  • Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 15. Cruise Indicator — If Equipped 17. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light This indicator shows that the Electronic Speed This light informs you of a problem with the Control System is ON. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a problem is detected, the light will come on 16.
  • Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 18. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped The light will begin to flash slowly indicating that the This indicator will illuminate when the park system is armed. The light will stop flashing when the lights or headlights are turned on. vehicle is disarmed.
  • Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 NOTE: 24. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Each tire, including the spare (if provided), Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on mo- should be checked monthly when cold and mentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to inflated to the inflation pressure recommended ON/RUN.
  • Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to...
  • Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 25. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) CAUTION! The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause monitors emissions, engine, and automatic trans- damage to the engine control system.
  • Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 26. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light — If Equipped The ABS warning light should be checked frequently to This light monitors the ABS. This light will assure that it is operating properly. Turn the ignition key come on when the ignition key is turned to the to the on position, but do not start the vehicle.

  • Page 203: Mini-Trip Computer - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The Mini-Trip Computer is located in the instrument cluster and features a driver-interactive trip information If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is and temperature display. illuminated and you continue operating the vehicle, in some circumstances you could cause the fluid to NOTE: The system will display the last known outside boil over, come in contact with hot engine or exhaust...

  • Page 204: Control Buttons

    202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Buttons RESET Button To reset the display shown, turn the ignition switch to the ON position, then press and hold the RESET button located on the steering wheel. The following displays can be reset or changed: •...

  • Page 205: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER The EVIC consists of the following: (EVIC) – IF EQUIPPED • Compass Heading Display (N, S, E, W, NE, NW, SE, The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the •...
  • Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The system allows the driver to select information by Press and release the MENU button to advance pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering the display to Trip Functions or Personal Set- wheel: tings or to return to the default System Status display.

  • Page 207: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 • RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) Battery Low (with a Press and release the SELECT Button to accept a selection. The SELECT Button also resets single chime) various Trip Functions. • Personal Settings Not Available – Vehicle Not In PARK SELECT •...

  • Page 208: Oil Change Required - If Equipped

    206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Change Required (with a single chime) Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN • ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and •...

  • Page 209: Trip Functions

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 Trip Functions The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- Press and release the MENU button until one of the tion: following Trip Functions displays in the EVIC: • ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped •...

  • Page 210: Display Units In

    208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Distance To Empty (DTE) • Elapsed Time Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset. the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous in the ON or START position.

  • Page 211: Tire Psi

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 Tire PSI Compass Display Press and release the MENU button until Tire PSI is The compass heading indicates the direction highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the SELECT the vehicle is facing. Press and release the button and one of the following will be displayed: compass button to display one of eight compass heading and the outside tempera-...
  • Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL one or more 360–degree turns (in an area free from large 3. Press and release the DOWN button until “Calibrate metal or metallic objects) until the CAL indicator in the Compass Yes” displays in the EVIC. EVIC turns off.
  • Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 NOTE: Magnetic and battery powered devices, (such as 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Leave the cell phones, iPod’s, radar detectors, PDA’s and laptops) shift lever in PARK. should be kept away from the top of the instrument 2.

  • Page 214: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)

    212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Auto Unlock on Exit Features) When ON is selected and the transaxle is in the PARK or Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall NEUTRAL position, all doors will unlock when the features when the automatic transaxle is in PARK.
  • Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 Sound Horn with Lock Headlights With Wipers When ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur when (Available with Auto Headlights Only) the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed. This feature When ON is selected, and the headlight switch is in the may be selected with or without the Flash Lights with AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxi- Lock feature.
  • Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Opening either front vehicle door will cancel this feature. Display ECO — If Equipped To make your selection, press the SELECT button until The “ECO” message is located in the EVIC, this message Off, 45 sec., 5 min., or 10 min. appears. can be turned on or off.

  • Page 217: Media Center 230 (Req) - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And 6-Disc Cd/Dvd Changer (Mp3/Wma Aux Jack)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREO Operating Instructions - Radio Mode RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of the radio faceplate.
  • Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped will remain tuned to the new station until you make Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature another selection.
  • Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ RW/FF SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons will begin to blink. causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows.
  • Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL seconds will allow the program format type to be se- control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the lected.
  • Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon Program Type 16-Digit Character Display is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency News News station with the same selected Music Type name. The Nostalgia Nostalga Music Type function only operates when in the FM...
  • Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • DVD Enter - When the disc is in DVD Menu mode, • Angle – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will change selecting DVD Enter will allow you to play the current the viewing angle if supported by the DVD disc (if highlighted selection.
  • Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 • Set Home Clock - Pressing the SELECT button allows Audio Language — If Equipped you to set the clock. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control Selecting this item allows you to choose a default audio knob to adjust the hours and then press and turn the language (effective only if the language is supported by TUNE/SCROLL control knob to adjust the minutes.
  • Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio DRC — If Equipped a disc is loaded, changes will not be effective. Also, the Selecting this item allows you to limit maximum audio defaults are effective only if the disc supports the dynamic range. The default is set to High, and under customer-preferred settings.

  • Page 225: Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd-Video)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM, 12 FM, Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and and 12 Satellite (if equipped) stations to be stored into MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO) pushbutton memory.
  • Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC Eject Button — Ejecting Compact Disc(s) position to operate the radio. Press the EJECT button and the pushbutton with the corresponding number (1-6) where the LOAD Button —...

  • Page 227: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 SCAN Button (CD MODE) Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files Press the SCAN button to scan through each track on the The radio can play MP3/WMA files; however, acceptable CD currently playing. MP3/WMA file recording media and formats are limited. When writing MP3/WMA files, pay attention to the TIME Button (CD MODE) following restrictions.
  • Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The radio uses the following limits for file systems: If a disc contains multi-formats, such as CD audio and MP3/WMA tracks, the radio will only play the MP3/ • Maximum number of directory levels: 8 WMA tracks on that disc.
  • Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Playback of MP3/WMA Files MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3/WMA data is loaded, Specification quency (kHz) the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128,...

  • Page 230: List Button (Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)

    228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders to return to elapsed time display. on the disc.
  • Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions — Voice Command System No function. (If Equipped) For the radio, Refer to “Voice Command” in the EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) Uconnect™ User Manual located on the DVD for further No function.

  • Page 232: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped

    230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Macrovision NOTE: Sirius service is not available in Hawaii and has This product incorporates copyright protection technol- limited coverage in Alaska. ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec- System Activation tual property rights. Use of this copyright protection Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio...
  • Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 2. Your Vehicle Identification Number. placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased performance. Larger luggage items such as To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within ESN/SID Access the loading design of the rack.
  • Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia INFO Button (Satellite) Mode Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or able).
  • Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 MUSIC TYPE Button SETUP Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button following items: or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five •...

  • Page 236: If Equipped

    234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by MEDIA CENTER 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/RBZ/ repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side window.

  • Page 237: Media Center 130 (Sales Code Res)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES) Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC side of the radio faceplate. position to operate the radio.
  • Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch knob to save time change.
  • Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the AM/FM Button mid-range tones.

  • Page 240: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. MP3 Audio Play The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by NOTE: pressing the pushbutton twice.
  • Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. begin to play when you insert the disc.

  • Page 242: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in Press this button while the CD is playing to activate CD and MP3 modes. Random Play.
  • Page 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. character extension) When reading discs recorded using formats other than •...
  • Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the supported. following table are supported. In addition, variable bit Playback of MP3 Files rates (VBR) are also supported.

  • Page 245: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a device’s volume set to proper level. If the AUX audio is single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once”...

  • Page 246: Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio (Sales Code Res+Rsc)

    244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode (SALES CODE RES+RSC) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right position to operate the radio.
  • Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped will remain tuned to the new station until you make Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature another selection.
  • Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ RW/FF SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons will begin to blink. causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows.
  • Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL seconds will allow the program format type to be se- control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the lected.
  • Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon Program Type 16-Digit Character Display is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency News News station with the same selected Music Type name. The Nostalgia Nostalga Music Type function only operates when in the FM...
  • Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL You may add a second station to each pushbutton by control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press to save time change. the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window.

  • Page 252: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio MP3 Audio Play ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and •...
  • Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes. 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 254: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
  • Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- following table are supported.

  • Page 256: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)

    254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended supported. to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Playback of MP3 Files before writing to the disc.

  • Page 257: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 Press the INFO button once more to return to elapsed is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up. If the time priority mode. AUX audio sounds distorted, turn the device’s volume down. Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or more and the radio will display song titles for each file.
  • Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL System Activation To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you ESN/SID Access may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- service that is included with the factory-installed satellite tion and the radio on, press the SETUP button and scroll radio system in your vehicle.
  • Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly (Satellite) Mode on or above the antenna. NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or Reception Quality ACC position to operate the radio.
  • Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INFO Button MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button able).
  • Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 SETUP Button You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press following items: the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window.

  • Page 262: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped

    260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped) Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in “Understanding The Features If Your Vehicle”. STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel.

  • Page 263: Left-Hand Switch Functions For Radio Operation

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 • Press the button in the center of the switch to change beginning of the previous track if it is within one modes (i.e., AM, FM, etc.). second after the current track begins to play. •...

  • Page 264: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones

    262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners, RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES or anti-static sprays. Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from 5.

  • Page 265: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 Manual Heating And Air Conditioning Blower Control Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ven- tilation system in any mode. The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the “O” (OFF) position.
  • Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Temperature Control Mode Control (Air Direction) Rotate this control to regulate the tem- Rotate this control to choose from sev- perature of the air inside the passenger eral patterns of air distribution. You compartment. Rotating the dial left can select either a primary mode as into the blue area of the scale indicates identified by the symbols on the con-...
  • Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, there Defrost is a difference in temperature between the upper and Air is directed through the windshield and side lower outlets. The warmer air flows to the floor outlets. window demist outlets.
  • Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb- NOTE: • Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make ing the mode control selection. the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK Extended use of this mode is not recommended.

  • Page 269: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 NOTE: The air conditioning compressor will not engage Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — until the engine has been running for about 10 seconds. If Equipped • MAX A/C For maximum cooling use the A/C and recirculation buttons at the same time.
  • Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Operation the desired comfort level require air conditioning, the The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- system will automatically make the adjustment. cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger.
  • Page 271 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 • If your air conditioning performance seems lower than Manual Operation expected, check the front of the A/C condenser located This system offers a full complement of manual override in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt or features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic, insects.
  • Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
  • Page 273 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 • Floor The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets.
  • Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Air Conditioner Control NOTE: • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK Press this button to turn on the air conditioning during manual operation position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. only. When the air conditioning is •...

  • Page 275: Operating Tips

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 • Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you Summer Operation can temporarily put the system into Recirculation The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles Mode by pressing the Recirculation button. However, must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant under certain conditions, while in Automatic Mode, to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect the system is blowing air out the defrost vents.
  • Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The Mix windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.
  • Page 277 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
  • Page 279 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....282 Automatic Transmission ....286 Automatic Transmission .
  • Page 280 278 STARTING AND OPERATING General Information ....293 Traction Control System (TCS) ... 303 Driving On Slippery Surfaces .
  • Page 281 STARTING AND OPERATING 279 Tire Inflation Pressures ....321 Tire Rotation Recommendations ... 330 Radial-Ply Tires ..... 323 Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .
  • Page 282 280 STARTING AND OPERATING Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) — Adding Fuel ......348 If Equipped ......344 Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .
  • Page 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 Trailer Towing Weights Recreational Towing (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ..356 (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) ....363 Trailer And Tongue Weight .

  • Page 284: Starting Procedures

    282 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic Transmission Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat before shifting to any driving gear.

  • Page 285: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or 29°C)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 283 For vehicles equipped with Tip Start (Six-Speed Trans- If Engine Fails To Start mission), turn the ignition switch to the START position WARNING! and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage auto- •...
  • Page 286 284 STARTING AND OPERATING Without Tip Start If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15- If the engine fails to start after you have followed the second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- held to the floor, repeat the “Normal Starting”...

  • Page 287: After Starting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 285 The engine block heater cord is bundled under the hood CAUTION! between the headlight assembly and the Totally Inte- grated Power Module (Fuse Box) on the driver’s side of To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 sec- the vehicle.

  • Page 288: Automatic Transmission

    286 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK CAUTION! or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake ing precautions are not observed: pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward •...

  • Page 289: Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock Systems

    STARTING AND OPERATING 287 Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock WARNING! (Continued) Systems • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure These systems prevent the key fob from being removed those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, unless the shift lever is in PARK. They also prevent you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is shifting out of PARK unless the ignition switch is out of running.

  • Page 290: Brake/Transmission Interlock System

    288 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. To move the shift lever out of the PARK position, the ignition switch must be turned to any other switch position (ACC, ON, or START) (engine running or not) and the brake pedal must be pressed.
  • Page 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever in the WARNING! (Continued) PARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise number of reasons.
  • Page 292 290 STARTING AND OPERATING NEUTRAL example: When operating the vehicle under heavy load- This range is used when vehicle is standing for pro- ing conditions, (i.e. in hilly terrain, traveling into strong longed periods with engine running. Engine may be headwinds, or while towing heavy trailers).
  • Page 293 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 DRIVE 3— Four-Speed Transmission CAUTION! This range eliminates shifts into fourth gear. The trans- mission will operate normally in first and second gear. If the transmission operating temperature exceeds Shifts into third may be delayed to provide second gear acceptable limits, the vehicle computer may override operation at higher speeds.

  • Page 294: Autostick - If Equipped

    292 STARTING AND OPERATING In the event that the problem has been momentary, the vehicle. AutoStick allows you to maximize engine brak- transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears. ing, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, and improve overall vehicle performance. This system can 1.

  • Page 295: General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 293 • The transmission will automatically shift up when AutoStick is deactivated when the shift lever is shifted from the AutoStick (+/-) position into the DRIVE maximum engine speed is reached while AutoStick is position. engaged. • Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when General Information AutoStick is engaged.

  • Page 296: Driving On Slippery Surfaces

    294 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Acceleration wedge of water to build up between the tire and road Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- surface.

  • Page 297: Driving Through Water

    STARTING AND OPERATING 295 DRIVING THROUGH WATER Shallow Standing Water Driving through water more than a few inches/ Although your vehicle is capable of driving through centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure shallow standing water, consider the following Caution safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.
  • Page 298 296 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.

  • Page 299: Power Steering

    STARTING AND OPERATING 297 • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering in tight spaces.

  • Page 300: Power Steering Fluid Check

    298 STARTING AND OPERATING Power Steering Fluid Check WARNING! Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are with the engine off to prevent injury from moving apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.
  • Page 301 STARTING AND OPERATING 299 The parking brake lever is located in the center console. When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away possible.

  • Page 302: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)

    300 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a parking brake released, a brake system malfunction number of reasons.
  • Page 303 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 The “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” moni- WARNING! tors the Anti-Lock Brake System. The light will • Pumping of the anti-lock brakes will diminish come on when the ignition switch is turned to their effectiveness and may lead to a collision. the ON position and may stay on for as long as Pumping makes the stopping distance longer.
  • Page 304 302 STARTING AND OPERATING If both the “Brake Warning Light” and the “Anti-Lock You also may experience the following when the brake Brake Warning Light” remain on, the Anti-Lock Brake system goes into anti-lock: (ABS) and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) •...

  • Page 305: Electronic Brake Control System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 303 together to enhance vehicle stability and control in vari- WARNING! ous driving conditions and are commonly referred to as ESC. The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) interference caused by improperly installed or high This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control output radio transmitting equipment.

  • Page 306: Brake Assist System (Bas)

    304 STARTING AND OPERATING spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the WARNING! brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine • The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. This feature remains active even if TCS and ESC are in ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the “Partial Off”...

  • Page 307: Hill Start Assist (Hsa) - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 305 Hill Start Assist (HSA) – If Equipped HSA Activation Criteria The HSA system is designed to assist the driver in The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to launching a vehicle on an incline. HSA will maintain the activate: level of brake pressure the driver inputs for a short •...
  • Page 308 306 STARTING AND OPERATING The system will only work if the intended direction of the 3. Apply the parking brake. vehicle and vehicle gear match. For example, if the 4. Start the engine. intended direction is forward up a hill and the vehicle is in DRIVE and the activation criteria are met, HSA will 5.

  • Page 309: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 307 • Over-steer - when the vehicle is turning more than EVIC Equipped Vehicles HSA is a Customer Programmable Feature on a EVIC appropriate for the steering wheel position. equipped vehicle. If you wish to turn off the HSA feature, •...
  • Page 310 308 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Operating Modes reduction. This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle All ESC equipped vehicles can choose the following ESC is in deep snow, sand, or gravel conditions and more operating modes: wheel spin than ESC would normally allow is required to gain traction.

  • Page 311: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light

    STARTING AND OPERATING 309 To turn ESC on again, momentarily press the “ESC Off” ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And switch. This will restore the normal “ESC On” mode of ESC OFF Indicator Light operation. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on WARNING! when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.

  • Page 312: Tire Safety Information

    310 STARTING AND OPERATING Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac- TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little Tire Markings throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions. NOTE: •...
  • Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” ing the size designation.
  • Page 314 312 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
  • Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...

  • Page 316: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

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

  • Page 317: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 315 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof. Cold Tire Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.

  • Page 318: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    316 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location...
  • Page 319 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 axles must not be exceeded. For further information on This placard tells you important information about GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the: “Vehicle Loading” in this section. 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of...
  • Page 320 318 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available 4.
  • Page 321 STARTING AND OPERATING 319...

  • Page 322: Tires - General Information

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

  • Page 323: Tire Inflation Pressures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 321 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side B-Pillar. hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure the right or left.
  • Page 324 322 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the winter.

  • Page 325: Radial-Ply Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 323 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial-Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...

  • Page 326: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped

    324 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle has an option for a spare tire matching original CAUTION! equipment tire and wheel, refer to the recommended tire rotation pattern in “Tire Rotation Recommendations” in Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take “Starting and Operating”...

  • Page 327: Full Size Spare - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 325 Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip- Full Size Spare – If Equipped ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. on your vehicle at the first opportunity. This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.

  • Page 328: Tire Spinning

    326 STARTING AND OPERATING your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the Tire Spinning original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or icy conditions, do not first opportunity. spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without WARNING! stopping.

  • Page 329: Tread Wear Indicators

    STARTING AND OPERATING 327 Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth to help you in determining when your tires should be becomes 1/16 in (2 mm).

  • Page 330: Replacement Tires

    328 STARTING AND OPERATING Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little WARNING! exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than with oil, grease, and gasoline. that specified for your vehicle.

  • Page 331: Tire Chains

    STARTING AND OPERATING 329 SNOW TIRES WARNING! (Continued) Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having during the winter. All season tires can be identified by the adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire M+S designation on the tire sidewall.

  • Page 332: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    330 STARTING AND OPERATING poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern checked before using these tire types. does not apply to some directional tires that must not be reversed.

  • Page 333: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 331 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPM System will warn the driver of a low tire The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- warning limit for any reason, including low temperature mended cold placard pressure.
  • Page 334 332 STARTING AND OPERATING For example, your vehicle may have a recommended CAUTION! cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure • The TPMS has been optimized for the original of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), equipment tires and wheels.

  • Page 335: Base System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 333 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire the tire.
  • Page 336 334 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings sound a chime. If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. The illuminate in the instrument cluster, a LOW TIRE “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...

  • Page 337: Premium System - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 335 NOTE: 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and 1. The compact spare tire (if equipped) does not have a reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will the TPMS will update automatically and the “Tire Pres- not monitor the pressure in the compact spare tire.
  • Page 338 336 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS consists of the following components: more of the four active road tires. In addition, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display • Receiver Module a graphic showing the pressure values of each tire with •...
  • Page 339 STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible, display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value to and inflate all tires with low pressure (those flashing in indicate which sensor is not being received. the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure value.
  • Page 340 338 STARTING AND OPERATING If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, The EVIC will also display a CHECK TPM SYSTEM providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault message for a minimum of five seconds when a system no longer exists, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale fault related to an incorrect sensor location fault is Light”...

  • Page 341: General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 339 Monitoring Telltale Light” will remain ON, a chime will 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and sound, and the EVIC will still display a flashing pressure reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, value in the graphic display.

  • Page 342: Fuel Requirements

    340 STARTING AND OPERATING The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- following licenses: ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before considering service for the vehicle. United States ....KR5S18002015B Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and Canada.

  • Page 343: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends

    STARTING AND OPERATING 341 The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- Problems that result from using gasoline containing line. Properly blended reformulated gasoline will pro- Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol vide excellent performance and durability of engine and are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may fuel system components.

  • Page 344: Mmt In Gasoline

    342 STARTING AND OPERATING To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline E-85 perform the following: without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, •...

  • Page 345: Fuel System Cautions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 343 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 concentra- performance: tions of methanol.

  • Page 346: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    344 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper WARNING! maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mal conditions repaired promptly.

  • Page 347: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 345 the other sections of this manual for information on CAUTION! features that are common between Flexible Fuel and gasoline-only powered vehicles. Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can operate on E-85. Ethanol Fuel (E-85) E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline.

  • Page 348: Fuel Requirements

    346 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Requirements NOTE: • When the ambient temperature is above 90° F (32° C), Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87, or E-85 fuel, or any mixture of you may experience hard starting and rough idle these two.

  • Page 349: Starting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 347 requirements of Material Standard MS-6395. MS-6395 Cruising Range contains additional requirements, developed during ex- Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter tensive fleet testing, to provide additional protection to than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel Chrysler Group LLC engines.

  • Page 350: Maintenance

    348 STARTING AND OPERATING Maintenance CAUTION! Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in your vehicle. It will cause difficulty in cold starting and may affect driveability. ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle.
  • Page 351 STARTING AND OPERATING 349 CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). • A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the “Malfunc- tion Indicator Light (MIL)” to turn on. •...

  • Page 352: Loose Filler Cap Message

    350 STARTING AND OPERATING Loose Filler Cap Message WARNING! (Continued) If the vehicles diagnostic system determines that the fuel • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is filler cap in loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a in violation of most state and federal fire regula- “gASCAP”...

  • Page 353: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 351 The label contains the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. • Name of manufacturer This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total • Month and year of manufacture load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR.

  • Page 354: Overloading

    352 STARTING AND OPERATING Overloading Loading The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory weight, axle by axle and side by side. Store heavier items service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and front down low and be sure you distribute their weight as and rear GAWR.

  • Page 355: Common Towing Definitions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 353 To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirements Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) and recommendations in this manual concerning ve- The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all hicles used for trailer towing. cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem- porary) loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and If you have any questions or concerns after reviewing...
  • Page 356 354 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Trailer Tongue Weight (TW) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles hitch ball by the trailer.

  • Page 357: Trailer Hitch Classification

    STARTING AND OPERATING 355 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can Standards tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.

  • Page 358: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    356 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings Max. GTW Max. Trailer Tongue Wt. Engine/Transmission Max. Frontal Area (Gross Trailer Wt.) (See Note 1) 2.4L/Auto See Note 2...

  • Page 359: Trailer And Tongue Weight

    STARTING AND OPERATING 357 CAUTION! Towing a trailer with a larger than recommended frontal area could cause the engine to overheat or cause severe engine damage under extreme condi- tions. Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer.

  • Page 360: Towing Requirements

    358 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the Towing Requirements trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed train components the following guidelines are recom- options, must be considered as part of the total load on mended: your vehicle.
  • Page 361 STARTING AND OPERATING 359 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 362 360 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage WARNING! (Continued) before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General 3. GAWR Information” in “Starting and Operating” for informa- 4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch tion on tread wear indicators and for proper inspection utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to procedure.
  • Page 363 STARTING AND OPERATING 361 • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is WARNING! required when towing a trailer with electronically • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic hydraulic brake lines.

  • Page 364: Towing Tips

    362 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips If you REGULARLY TOW a trailer for more than 45 min- Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, utes of continuous operation, then change the automatic and backing the trailer in an area located away from transmission fluid and filter according to the interval heavy traffic.

  • Page 365: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 363 • Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to RECREATIONAL TOWING maximize fuel efficiency. (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Cooling System Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- Recreational towing is not allowed.

  • Page 367: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....366 Jump-Starting ......375 If Your Engine Overheats .

  • Page 368: Hazard Warning Flashers

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

  • Page 369: Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) - If Equipped

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 367 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) — If an impending overheat condition: Equipped During sustained high-speed driving or trailer tow up • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C long grades on a hot day, the engine oil temperature may system adds heat to the engine cooling system and become too hot.

  • Page 370: Jacking And Tire Changing

    368 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for WARNING! changing tires only. The jack should not be used to • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the lift the vehicle for service purposes.

  • Page 371: Preparations For Jacking

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 369 Spare Tire Removal Preparations For Jacking Lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down. 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.

  • Page 372: Jacking Instructions

    370 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Block both the front and rear of the WARNING! (Continued) wheel diagonally opposite the jacking • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from position. For example, if changing the the edge of the roadway as possible before raising right front tire, block the left rear the vehicle.
  • Page 373 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 371 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on careful of motor traffic. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
  • Page 374 372 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning with two attachment points. When the jack is partially them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the expanded, the tension between the two attachment ground.
  • Page 375 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 373 Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location 4. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed.
  • Page 376 374 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! CAUTION! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the hurt someone near it.

  • Page 377: Jump-Starting

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 375 each nut has been tightened twice. The correct wheel nut WARNING! torque is 100 ft lbs (135 N·m). If you doubt that you have tightened the nuts correctly, have them checked with a A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service stop could injure the occupants in the vehicle.

  • Page 378: Preparations For Jump-Start

    376 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
  • Page 379 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 377 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive WARNING! (+) battery post. To remove the cover, press the locking • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- tab and pull upward on the cover. ever the hood is raised.

  • Page 380: Jump-Starting Procedure

    378 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the WARNING! remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper could establish a ground connection and personal cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
  • Page 381 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 379 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster 10. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote posi- battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start tive (+) battery post of the discharged vehicle. the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.

  • Page 382: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    380 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Electronic If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it Stability Control (ESC), turn the system to Partial OFF can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your before attempting to “rock”...

  • Page 383: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 381 2. Remove the cupholder liner. WARNING! 3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- without starting the engine. ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or 4.

  • Page 384: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    382 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground ALL MODELS Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable: • Trans in NEUTRAL • 25 mph (40 km/h)max speed Rear Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow •...
  • Page 385 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 383 If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- CAUTION! sion is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. four wheels on the ground) under the following condi- tions: Damage to the fascia will occur.

  • Page 386: Without The Ignition Key

    384 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! CAUTION! Towing faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than Failure to follow these towing methods could result 15 mi (24 km) with front wheels on the ground can in damage to the transmission. Such damage is not cause severe damage to the transmission.

  • Page 387: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... . . 387 Maintenance Procedures ....392 Engine Compartment —...
  • Page 388 386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Washer Fluid ....403 Replacement Bulbs ....428 Exhaust System .

  • Page 389: Engine Compartment - 2.4L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 9 — Coolant Pressure Cap 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 —...

  • Page 390: Engine Compartment - 3.6L

    388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 8 —...

  • Page 391: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.

  • Page 392: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

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

  • Page 393: Replacement Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 391 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced a.

  • Page 394: Maintenance Procedures

    392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES attempting any procedure yourself. The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control vehicle.

  • Page 395: Engine Oil

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level CAUTION! (Continued) before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will that protect the performance and durability of give you an incorrect reading.
  • Page 396 394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Selection CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recom- Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine mends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
  • Page 397 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi- CAUTION! fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- ber should not be used. Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine.

  • Page 398: Engine Oil Filter

    396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi- Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and ber should not be used.

  • Page 399: Engine Air Cleaner Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters WARNING! varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can cleaner filters are high quality and are recommended.
  • Page 400 398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.

  • Page 401: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.

  • Page 402: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped

    400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling The A/C Air Filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- the glove box. Perform the following procedure to re- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental place the filter: Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.

  • Page 403: Body Lubrication

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 CAUTION! The A/C Air Filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure to install the filter properly will result in the need to replace it more often. 8. Reinstall the glove box door dampener and glove box. Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,...

  • Page 404: Windshield Wiper Blades

    402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE hood latching components to ensure proper function. Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods When performing other underhood services, the hood may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt cleaned and lubricated.

  • Page 405: Adding Washer Fluid

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 Adding Washer Fluid Exhaust System The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers is located The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into in the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust level in the reservoir at regular intervals.
  • Page 406 404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con- and can eventually poison you.
  • Page 407 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.

  • Page 408: Cooling System

    406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- WARNING! freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently •...
  • Page 409 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 Selection Of Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Use only the manufacturer’s recommended coolant. Re- • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main- coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi- taining Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 410 408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE replacement. To prevent reducing this extended mainte- (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water nance period, it is important that you use the same will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your engine cooling system.
  • Page 411 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
  • Page 412 410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is If an examination of your engine compartment shows no no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool- safely driven.

  • Page 413: Brake System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery WARNING! bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is possibly a collision.
  • Page 414 412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing WARNING! the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid level up • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake to the requirements described on the brake fluid reser- voir.

  • Page 415: Automatic Transmission

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could has been in a tightly closed container.
  • Page 416 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa- Special Additives tion. It is important that the transmission fluid be main- Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered tained at the prescribed level using the recommended product and its performance may be impaired by supple- fluid.
  • Page 417 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 Fluid Level Check – 2.4L Engine driven at least 15 miles (24 km). Hot fluid cannot be held Use the following procedure to check the automatic comfortably between the fingertips. Cold fluid is at a transmission fluid level properly: temperature below 80°...

  • Page 418: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check – 3.6L Engine CAUTION! The automatic transmission has no dipstick and is dealer • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- serviced only. facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- Transmission Fluid And Filter Changes ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
  • Page 419 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will Washing have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under- • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- body protection. hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or equiva- The following maintenance recommendations will enable lent, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion...
  • Page 420 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will •...
  • Page 421 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To chrome-plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
  • Page 422 420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For grease stains, apply MOPAR Multi-Purpose if absolutely necessary. Do not use harsh cleaners or Cleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and Armor All . Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove clean vinyl upholstery.
  • Page 423 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses WARNING! The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.

  • Page 424: Cleaning Center Console Cupholders

    422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the Installation buckles do not work properly. Align the liner in the cupholder and press down firmly. Cleaning Center Console Cupholders FUSES Removal Totally Integrated Power Module Grab the rubber portion of the cupholder and lift The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the upward.
  • Page 425 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse Center High 10 Amp Mounted Stop — Light (CHMSL)/ Brake Switch 10 Amp — Ignition Switch 20 Amp Trailer Tow – If — Yellow Equipped Power Mirror 10 Amp — Switch/Climate Totally Integrated Power Module Controls...
  • Page 426 424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Description Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse Battery Feed – 40 Amp — Radiator Fan Relay Power Seats – If Green 40 Amp — Equipped/PZEV Cigar Lighter/ Green 15 Amp Air Pump – If —...
  • Page 427 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 Cartridge Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Description Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Ignition Run – Oc- — Siren – If Equipped cupant Classifica- 10 Amp tion Module Ignition Run – Cli- — (OCM)/Occupant 10 Amp mate Controls/Hot —...
  • Page 428 426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Description Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Headlamp Washer Anti-Lock Brakes — – If Equipped (ABS) Module – If Equipped/ 30 Amp Auto Shutdown 40 Amp — — Electronic Stability Pink (ASD) Relay 1 Green...

  • Page 429: Vehicle Storage

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 VEHICLE STORAGE CAUTION! If you will not be using your vehicle for more than • When installing the Totally Integrated Power 21 days, you may want to take steps to preserve your battery. Module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched.

  • Page 430: Replacement Bulbs

    428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb No. All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base. Low Beam Headlamp..... 9006 Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not High Beam Headlamp .
  • Page 431 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the air cleaner 3. Rotate bulb and connector ⁄ turn and pull outward filter housing and position the totally integrated power from assembly. module aside prior to replacing the low beam headlamp on the driver’s side of the vehicle.

  • Page 432: Fog Lamps

    430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb. Fog Lamps 1. Access to the lamps through the lower fascia cutout is limited. 2. Turn the steering wheel to allow access and remove the inner fender shield.

  • Page 433: Backup Lamps

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 Backup Lamps 3. Grasp the tail lamp and pull firmly outward pushing gently on the studs from inside to disengage the lamp 1. Open the trunk and gently pull back the trunk liner housing. behind the tail lamp. 2.

  • Page 434: License Plate Lamp

    432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE License Plate Lamp 2. Gently pry the lamp assembly loose. 1. Remove two retaining screws holding the light lens in 3. Pull bulb from socket, replace and reattach the lamp place. assembly with the two retaining screws. FLUID CAPACITIES U.S.

  • Page 435: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy- Engine Coolant brid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Engine Oil –...

  • Page 436: Chassis

    434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed Automatic Transmission ATF+4 product. MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is Brake Master Cylinder not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
  • Page 437 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule ....436 Required Maintenance Intervals ..438...
  • Page 438 436 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Based on engine operation conditions the oil change The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this indicator message will illuminate, this means that service manual must be done at the times or mileages specified is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
  • Page 439 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 437 Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator At Each Stop For Fuel message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a • Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other fully warmed engine is shut off.
  • Page 440 438 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once A Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals CAUTION! as required.
  • Page 441 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 439 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 16,000 miles (26 000 km).

  • Page 442: Service Schedule

    440 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 32,000 miles (52 000 km).
  • Page 443 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 441 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 48,000 miles (78 000 km).
  • Page 444 442 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 64,000 miles (104 000 km).
  • Page 445 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 443 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 80,000 miles (130 000 km).
  • Page 446 444 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 96,000 miles (156 000 km).
  • Page 447 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 445 104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or 112,000 Miles (182,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 112,000 miles (182 000 km).
  • Page 448 446 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 128,000 miles (208 000 km).
  • Page 449 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 447 136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (234,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before Change the engine oil and engine oil 144,000 miles (234 000 km).
  • Page 450 448 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 152,000 miles (247 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
  • Page 451 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 449 † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. 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.

  • Page 453: If You Need Consumer Assistance

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Vehicle......453 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
  • Page 454 452 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Traction Grades ..... 459 Quality Grades ......459 Temperature Grades .

  • Page 455: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 453 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...

  • Page 456: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center

    454 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (800) 423–6343 •...

  • Page 457: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 455 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.

  • Page 458: Warranty Information

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

  • Page 459: In Canada

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 457 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
  • Page 460 458 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Service Manuals • Owner’s Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the information that students and professional technicians assistance of service and engineering specialists to need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group hicles.
  • Page 461 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 459 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
  • Page 462 460 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
  • Page 463 INDEX...
  • Page 464 462 INDEX About Your Brakes ..... . . 298 Airbag, Side ......62,64,67 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
  • Page 465 INDEX 463 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..267 Location ......397 Automatic Transaxle .
  • Page 466 464 INDEX Capacities, Fluid ......432 Cigar Lighter ......176 Caps, Filler Clean Air Gasoline .
  • Page 467 INDEX 465 Cooling System ......406 Data Recorder, Event ..... . 71 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .
  • Page 468 466 INDEX Driving Engine ....... 387 On Slippery Surfaces ....294 Air Cleaner .
  • Page 469 INDEX 467 Oil Selection ..... 394,432 Filters Oil Synthetic ......396 Air Cleaner .
  • Page 470 468 INDEX Fluid Capacities ......432 Filler Door (Gas Cap) ....188 Fluid Leaks .
  • Page 471 INDEX 469 Gauges Head Restraints ......142 Coolant Temperature ....188 Headlights .
  • Page 472 470 INDEX Ignition Key Removal ..... 12 Jump Starting ......375 Illuminated Entry .
  • Page 473 INDEX 471 Leaks, Fluid ......88 Instrument Cluster ....149 Life of Tires .
  • Page 474 472 INDEX Tires ......316 Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....411 Locks Methanol .
  • Page 475 INDEX 473 Odometer ......192 Synthetic ......396 Trip .
  • Page 476 474 INDEX Power Radio Remote Controls ....260 Door Locks ......32 Rear Cupholder .
  • Page 477 INDEX 475 Replacement Bulbs ..... . . 428 Seat Belt Maintenance ....421 Replacement Keys .
  • Page 478 476 INDEX Heated ......136 Signals, Turn ......88,431 Lumbar Support .
  • Page 479 INDEX 477 Steering Wheel Mounted Tire and Loading Information Placard ..316 Sound System Controls ....260 Tire Identification Number (TIN) .
  • Page 480 478 INDEX Radial ......323 Trailer Towing ......352 Replacement .
  • Page 481 INDEX 479 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 162 Vanity Mirrors ......97 Transporting Pets .
  • Page 482 480 INDEX Water Windshield Defroster ....86,265,271 Driving Through ..... 295 Windshield Washers .
  • Page 483 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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