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Page 1 Challenger 2 0 1 4 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of fea- With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler tures and equipment that are either standard or optional on Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler this vehicle.
Page 3: Introduction 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group nicians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfac- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision tion.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information.
Page 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 collision resulting in serious injury or death. VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Rearming Of The System ....20 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Programming Additional Transmitters..29 TRUNK SAFETY WARNING....45 ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...29 ▫...
Page 13: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — SAFETY TIPS ......99 Air Bags .
Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ignition switch.
Page 15: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion.
Page 16 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle may be equipped with one of the following ignition systems (Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) or Key- less Ignition Node (KIN) To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch on the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 17: Removing Key Fob From Ignition
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Removing Key Fob From Ignition NOTE: The power window switches, radio, power sun- roof — if equipped, and ignition-powered power outlets Place the shift lever in PARK or place the manual will remain active for up to 60 minutes after the ignition transmission in REVERSE and apply the parking brake.
Page 18 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Leave the Key Fob in the ignition and either: • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is • Jump Start the vehicle. dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or •...
Page 19: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 will cause the reminder chime to sound. Refer to “Start- CAUTION! ing Procedures” in “Starting And Operating” for further information. An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the Key Fob from vehicle, cycle the ignition SENTRY KEY®...
Page 20: Replacement Keys
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE After placing the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- CAUTION! tion, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. In addition, if the light begins to The Sentry Key®...
Page 21: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer Sys- CAUTION! tem serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to the • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and authorized dealer. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- Customer Key Programming tended.
Page 22: Vehicle Security Alarm
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM To Arm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: and trunk for unauthorized entry and the ignition switch 1.
Page 23: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • Press the LOCK button on the exterior Passive Entry • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, Door Handle with a valid Key Fob available in the press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Start/Stop button same exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 24: Security System Manual Override
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your Security System Manual Override vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the system will give you a false alarm.
Page 25: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 NOTE: REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from dis- tesy lights do not turn on if the dimmer control is in tances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held the Dome ON position (extreme top position).
Page 26 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key Fob With RKE Transmitter Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Key Fob With RKE Transmitter...
Page 27: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 • When not using the EVIC, perform the following steps: To Unlock The Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer within five seconds, to unlock both doors.
Page 28 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • When not using the EVIC, perform the following steps: NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the 1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed Security Alarm.
Page 29: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Turn Headlights On With Remote Key Unlock Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter.
Page 30: To Open The Trunk
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- Using The Panic Alarm ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the To turn the Panic Alarm feature ON or OFF, press and ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key Fob hold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at removed.
Page 31: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the 2. Remove and replace the battery. When replacing the vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the battery, match the + sign on the battery to the + sign on Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted the inside of the battery clip, located on the back cover.
Page 32: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference received, REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED including interference that may cause undesired op- eration. This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved niently from outside the vehicle while still by the party responsible for compliance could void the...
Page 33: How To Use Remote Start
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • System not disabled from previous remote start event How To Use Remote Start • Vehicle theft alarm not active All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: •...
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For security, power window and power sunroof op- To Enter Remote Start Mode eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode. Press and release the REMOTE START button •...
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 • For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle feature, the message “Push Button/Insert Key” will Before the end of 15 minute cycle, press and release the display in the EVIC until you push the START button.
Page 36: Door Locks
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS If the door lock knob is down when you shut the door, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the Key Fob is Manual Door Locks not inside the vehicle before closing the door. To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward.
Page 37: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children, and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden- 2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed tally locking the Key Fob in the vehicle. Removing the returned to 0 mph (0 km/h) Key Fob or closing the door will allow the locks to 3.
Page 39: Keyless Enter-N-Go™ - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 3. Within 15 seconds, cycle the ignition switch between KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ — IF EQUIPPED OFF and ON/RUN and then back to OFF four times The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the ending up in the LOCK position.
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the front With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft driver’s door handle.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE To Enter The Trunk: Transmitter In Vehicle With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a (1.5 m) of the deck lid, press the button on the located on Passive Entry RKE transmitter inside your vehicle, the the center of the light bar which is located on the deck lid...
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If you inadvertently leave your vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitter in the trunk and try to close the deck lid, the deck lid will automatically unlatch, unless another one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmit- ters is outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the deck lid.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 NOTE: • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
Page 44: Windows
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS There is a single window control on the passenger’s door trim panel that operates the window on the passenger’s Power Windows door. The window controls will operate only when the The window controls on the driver’s door control both of ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 AUTO-Down Feature WARNING! The driver’s door power window switch and passenger Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do door power window switch have an AUTO-down fea- not let children play with power windows. Do not ture.
Page 46: Wind Buffeting
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting NOTE: The transmission must be in PARK before the button will operate. If equipped with a manual transmis- Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of sion, the vehicle speed must be under 5 mph (8 km/h) pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the before the button will operate.
Page 47: Trunk Safety Warning
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position, the TRUNK SAFETY WARNING Trunk Open symbol will display in the instrument cluster indicating that the trunk is open. The odometer display WARNING! will reappear once the trunk is closed. Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, With the ignition switch in the OFF position or the key either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or...
Page 48: Trunk Emergency Release
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Emergency Release As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the event of an individual being locked inside the trunk, the trunk can be simply opened by pulling on the glow-in-the-dark handle attached to the trunk latching mechanism.
Page 49: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS enhance occupant protection by managing occupant Some of the most important safety features in your energy during an impact event vehicle are the restraint systems: •...
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different belt properly (see section on Child Restraints) should be rates of inflation based on several factors, including the secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- severity and type of collision.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be WARNING! moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more Front Air Bags room to inflate. severe injuries in a collision.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even WARNING! (Continued) on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain and cause a collision that includes you. This can happen (SABIC) and Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) far away from home or on your own street.
Page 53: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Lap/Shoulder Belts WARNING! (Continued) All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat lap/shoulder belts. belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the front seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is contacting the seat when the belt is routed through the seat web guide. When the belt is routed outside of the seat web guide, the latch plate will contact the quarter trim panel.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 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 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. up a bit on the shoulder belt.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retrac- The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- tor will withdraw any slack in the belt.
Page 58: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are shoulder belt. equipped with Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) which are used to secure a child restraint system.
Page 59: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 If the passenger seating position is equipped with an position that has a belt with this feature. Children 12 ALR and is being used for normal usage: years old and under should always be properly re- strained in the rear seat.
Page 60: Energy Management Feature
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners WARNING! The seat belts for both front seating positions are • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
Page 61: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert®)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (BeltAlert®) (8 km/h), BeltAlert® will provide both audio and visual notification. BeltAlert® is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger The front passenger seat BeltAlert®...
Page 62: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts Using a seat belt extender when not needed can throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision. This vehicle is be equipped with driver and/or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon...
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Steering Wheel and Column This vehicle may be equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, • Instrument Panel front, and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The •...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), WARNING! (Continued) which may receive information from the front impact • Do not put anything on or around the air bag sensors. covers or attempt to open them manually. You may The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an damage the air bags and you could be injured impact that requires air bag deployment.
Page 66 64 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 front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may deploys independently;...
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 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! • 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 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Always sit upright as possible with your back against the WARNING! (Continued) seat back, use the seat belts properly, and use the • Your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, do appropriate sized child restraint, infant restraint or not have any accessory items installed which will booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the...
Page 69: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in all frontal collisions, including some that may produce sub- Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) stantial vehicle damage — for example, some pole colli- The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system sions, truck underrides, and angle offset collisions.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the ment cluster Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is START or ON/RUN position.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the Inflator Units vent holes in the sides of the air bag. In this way, the air bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE you if you are not seated properly, or if items are to blink your eyes) with enough force to injure you if you positioned in the area where the side air bag inflates. This are not belted and seated properly, or if items are especially applies to children.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Enhanced Accident Response System If A Deployment Occurs In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate the communication network remains intact, and the immediately after deployment.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air immediately.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to Air Bag Warning Light eight-second interval. • The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or You will want to have the air bags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision.
Page 77: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Event Data Recorder (EDR) These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
Page 78: Child Restraints
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Restraints Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all Standards.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 WARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Toddlers younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear...
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Infants And Child Restraints used rearward-facing by children who have outgrown their infant carrier but are still less than at least two years Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- old. Children should remain rearward-facing until they facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until reach the highest weight or height allowed by their they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear...
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Older Children And Child Restraints seat. The child and belt-positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the seat belt. Children who are two years old or who have outgrown their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward- WARNING! facing in the vehicle.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Children Too Large For Booster Seats 3. Does the shoulder belt cross the child’s shoulder between their neck and arm? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend 4.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – LATCH – Child + Child Lower Anchors Seat Belt + Top Lower Anchors Seat Belt Only Restraint...
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seat- ing position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 What is the weight limit (child’s 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system weight + weight of the child re- until the combined weight of the straint) for using the LATCH an- child and the child restraint is chorage system to attach the child 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can two child restraints be at- Never “share” a LATCH anchorage tached using a common lower with two or more child restraints. LATCH anchorage? If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchor- ages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the...
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, below the anchorage sym- bols on the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located in the panel between the rear seatback and the rear window. These tether strap anchorages are under a plastic cover with the tether anchorage symbol on it.
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be center position blocks the outboard LATCH anchors or equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. seat belt, do not install a child seat in that outboard Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower position.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint 4. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- 1. If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- ing position.
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt WARNING! When using the LATCH attaching system to install a Improper installation of a child restraint to the child restraint, stow all ALR seat belts that are not being LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re- used by other occupants or being used to secure child straint.
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE not necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child be “switched” into a locked mode by pulling all of the Restraints in this Vehicle webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing retract back into the retractor.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to the with the seat belt to attach a forward...
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint with a Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether 1.
Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether trouble tightening the seat belt.
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether 1. Rotate or lift the cover to access the anchor directly Anchorage behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint. Look behind the seating position where you 2.
Page 100: Transporting Pets
98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Transporting Pets Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision.
Page 101: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can should be considered a normal part of the break-in and be detrimental and should be avoided.
Page 102: Exhaust Gas
100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people follow these safety tips: •...
Page 103: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust Vehicle system. Seat Belts Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the frays, and loose parts.
Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light Floor Mat Safety Information Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your The light should come on and remain on for vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they ignition switch is first turned ON.
Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never place or install floor mats or other floor • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly driver footwell while the vehicle is moving.
Page 106: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 107: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of MIRRORS ......110 Sun Visor .
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED ..147 LIGHTS ......165 ▫...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 ▫ Flash-To-Pass ......171 ▫ To Deactivate ......179 ▫...
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ....199 OVERHEAD CONSOLE ....188 ▫...
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 ▫ Rear Cupholders .....206 ▫ Console Storage..... . .207 CONSOLE FEATURES .
Page 112: Mirrors
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
Page 113: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 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 114: Outside Mirrors
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Outside Mirrors Folding Feature To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) The mirrors are equipped with a rotational hinge. The to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a slight mirrors have one detent (clockwise) towards the rear of overlap of the view obtained from the inside mirror.
Page 115: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Power Mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the left or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the mirror to move.
Page 116: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Mirrors — If Equipped Illuminated Vanity Mirrors An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the feature can be activated whenever you turn on the mirror cover upward.
Page 117: Slide-On-Rod" And Extender Features Of Sun Visor
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 “Slide-On-Rod” And Extender Features Of Sun Visor To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature of the sun visor, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the sun visor so it is parallel to the side window, grabbing the sun visor with your left hand pull rearwards until the sun visor is in the desired position.
Page 118: Uconnect® Phone - If Equipped
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect® Phone — IF EQUIPPED Uconnect® Phone allows you to transfer calls between the system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit Uconnect® Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s vehicle communications system.
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Voice Command Button WARNING! Actual button location may vary with the ra- Any voice commanded system should be used only dio. The individual buttons are described in the in safe driving conditions following all applicable “Operation”...
Page 120: Operation
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For each feature explanation in this section, only the Operation compound form of the voice command is given. You Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect® can also break the commands into parts and say each Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect®...
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Help Command Pair (Link) Uconnect® Phone To A Mobile Phone If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to To begin using your Uconnect® Phone, you must pair know your options at any prompt, say “Help” following your compatible Bluetooth®...
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will be asked to say a four-digit Personal Identi- and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the fication Number (PIN), which you will later need to Uconnect® Phone will use the priority three mobile enter into your mobile phone.
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Call By Saying A Name Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone • Press the button to begin. If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say Uconnect®...
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down- Add Names To Your Uconnect® Phonebook loaded and updated every time a phone is connected NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect® Phonebook is to the Uconnect®...
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 • Press the After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- button to begin. book, you will be given the opportunity to add more • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the “Phonebook Edit Entry.”...
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE mobile and a home number, but you can add “John from the list, press the button while the Doe’s” work number later using the “Phonebook Edit Uconnect® Phone is playing the desired entry and say “Delete.”...
Page 127: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 • The Uconnect® Phone will ask you to verify that you • To call one of the names in the list, press the but- wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook. ton during the playing of the desired name, and say “Call.”...
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — No Call NOTE: The Uconnect® Phone compatible phones in the Currently In Progress market today do not support rejecting an incoming call when another call is in progress. Therefore, the user can When you receive a call on your mobile phone, the only answer an incoming call or ignore it.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold Three-Way Calling To put a call on hold, press the button until you hear To initiate three-way calling, press the button while a single beep. This indicates that the call is on hold. To a call is in progress, and make a second phone call, as bring the call back from hold, press and hold the but-...
Page 130: Uconnect® Phone Features
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Redial ends, or until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the Uconnect® Phone and • Press the button to begin. transfer of the call to the mobile phone. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect® Phone is the name of the language you wish to switch to operational, you may reach the emergency number as English, Espanol, or Francais.
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If supported, this number may be programmable on Roadside Assistance / Towing Assistance some systems. To do this, press the button and say If you need roadside assistance: “Setup,” followed by “Emergency.” •...
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Paging When calling a number with your Uconnect® Phone that normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence To learn how to page, refer to “Working with Automated on your mobile phone keypad, you can press the Systems.”...
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Uconnect® Phone will then send the corresponding Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system tones over the phone. from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect® Phone will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Mute/Un-Mute (Mute ON/OFF) You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone When you mute the Uconnect® Phone, you will still be keypad and still use the Uconnect® Phone (while dialing able to hear the conversation coming from the other via the mobile phone keypad, the user must exercise party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Page 136: Advanced Phone Connectivity
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Phone Connectivity If you would like to connect or disconnect the Bluetooth® connection between your mobile phone and the Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone Uconnect® Phone System, follow the instructions de- The Uconnect®...
Page 137: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® Phone
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Select Another Mobile Phone Delete Uconnect® Phone Paired Mobile Phones • Press the This feature allows you to select and start using another button to begin. phone paired with the Uconnect® Phone. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Training You can either press the Uconnect® Phone button to restore the factory setting or repeat the words and For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- phrases when prompted by the Uconnect® Phone. For nizing their voice commands or numbers, the Uconnect®...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 • Even though the system is designed for users speaking Voice Command in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to cents, the system may not always work for some. provide at least ½...
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Even though international dialing for most number • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and number combinations may not be supported.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Read Messages: Send Messages: If you receive a new text message while your phone is You can send messages using Uconnect® Phone. To send connected to Uconnect® Phone, an announcement will a new message: be made to notify you that you have a new text message.
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List of Preset Messages: 10. Thanks 1. Yes 11. See You in 15 minutes 2. No 12. I am on my way 3. Where are you? 13. I’ll be late 4. I need more direction. 14.
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF Bluetooth® Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop Uconnect® Phone. When this happens, the connection the system from announcing the new incoming mes- can generally be reestablished by switching the phone sages.
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Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) zero call cancel three confirmation prompts four continue five delete dial seven download eight edit nine emergency star (*) English plus (+) erase all pound (#) Espanol add location...
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) help previous home record again language redial list names return to main menu return or main menu list phones select phone select mobile send mute set up...
Page 149: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 General Information VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Voice Command System Operation RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: The Uconnect®...
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few WARNING! seconds, the system will present you with a list of options. Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following all applicable If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists laws.
Page 151: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 NOTE: At any time, you can say the words “Cancel,” Commands “Help” or “Main Menu.” The Voice Command system understands two types of These commands are universal and can be used from any commands.
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Main Menu Radio AM Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM.” In button. You may say “Main Menu” to switch to the this mode, you may say the following commands: main menu.
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) Disc Mode • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc.” In this mode, you may say the following commands: Satellite Radio •...
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Bluetooth® Streaming (BT) Mode – “Continue” (to continue recording) – “Delete” (to delete the recording) To switch to Bluetooth® Streaming (BT) mode, say “Bluetooth Streaming.” In this mode, you may say the • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) — following commands: During the playback you may press the Voice Com- mand...
Page 155: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 • “Switch to system setup” Voice Training • “Change to setup” For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect® • “Main menu setup” or Voice “Voice Training” feature may be used. •...
Page 156: Seats
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Power Seats Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the The power seat switches are located on the outboard side vehicle. of the front seat cushions. The power seat switches are used to control the position of the seat.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Tilting The Seat Up Or Down The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted in four Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will directions.
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
Page 159: Heated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. CAUTION! Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for Do not place any article under a power seat or HIGH, one for LOW and none for OFF.
Page 160: Manual Forward Or Rearward Adjustment
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Forward Or Rearward Adjustment WARNING! The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seat, near • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, rearward.
Page 161: Manual Front Seatback Recline
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Manual Front Seatback Recline WARNING! To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 162: Head Restraints
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Head Restraints Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact. Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear. WARNING! The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu-...
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Active Head Restraints — Front Seats The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with Active Head Restraints (AHR). In the event of a rear impact the AHRs will automatically extend forward minimizing the gap between the back of the occupants head and the AHR.
Page 164: Folding Rear Seat
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players. These items may interfere with the operation of the Active Head Restraint in the event of a collision and could result in serious injury or death.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position, the seat will not provide the proper sta- bility for child seats and/or passengers. An improp- erly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Page 166: To Open And Close The Hood
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the Two latches must be released to open the hood. center front edge of the hood.
Page 167: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 LIGHTS CAUTION! Headlights And Parking Lights To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to The headlight switch is located on the left side of the close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- instrument panel.
Page 168: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the A (AUTO) position. When the system is on, the headlight time delay feature is also on.
Page 169: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Headlights On With Wipers (Available With To activate the delay feature, place the ignition in the OFF Automatic Headlights Only) position while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off the headlights within 45 seconds. The delay interval When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on begins when the headlight switch is turned off.
Page 170: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped WARNING! The headlights will come on as Daytime Running Lights A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of (DRL) whenever the ignition is placed in the RUN HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned position, the headlights are off and the parking brake is ON.
Page 171: Fog Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Fog Lights — If Equipped The front fog light switch is built into the head- light switch. To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and press the headlight switch.
Page 172: Multifunction Lever
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Multifunction Lever Turn Signals The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows signals, headlight beam selection and passing lights. The on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show multifunction lever is located on the left side of the proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 173: Lane Change Assist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Lane Change Assist NOTE: If the multifunction lever is held in the flash-to pass position for more than 15 seconds, the high beams Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond will shut off.
Page 174: Interior Lights
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened. To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is placed in the OFF position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open.
Page 175: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Dome Light Position WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Rotate the left dimmer control completely upward to the second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior The multifunction lever operates the windshield lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this wipers and washer when the ignition is placed in position.
Page 176: Intermittent Wiper System
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the first wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second detent past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper to a maximum of approximately 36 seconds between operation, or to the second detent past the intermittent cycles.
Page 177: Windshield Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Windshield Washers WARNING! (Continued) To use the washer, push the multifunction lever inward vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of (toward the steering column) and hold it for as long as the windshield during freezing weather, warm the washer spray is desired.
Page 178: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN To unlock the steering column, push the lever downward (toward the floor). To tilt the steering column, move the This feature allows you to tilt the steering column steering wheel upward or downward as desired. To upward or downward.
Page 179: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel.
Page 180: To Activate
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
Page 181: To Deactivate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 To Deactivate Pressing the RES (+) button once will result in a 1 mph (1.6 km/h) increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL the button results in an increase of 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Page 182: Parksense® Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist system provides visual vehicle set speed. and audible indications of the distance between the rear fascia and a detected obstacle when backing up, e.g.
Page 183: Parksense® Sensors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 ParkSense® Sensors audible warnings to indicate the distance between the rear fascia/bumper and the detected obstacle. The four ParkSense® sensors, located in the rear fascia/ bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is ParkSense®...
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Park Assist System Off Slow Tone The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Fast Tone Continuous Tone The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 79 in (200 cm) (200-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Audible Alert None Single 1/2 Slow Fast Continuous...
Page 187: Enabling/Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Enabling/Disabling ParkSense® Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled through the Customer-Programmable Features section of the EVIC. During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense® Rear Park The available choices are: OFF, Sound Only, or Sound and Assist System has detected a faulted condition, the Display.
Page 188: Cleaning The Parksense® System
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When you turn ParkSense® off in DRIVE, the instru- or other obstruction and then cycle the ignition. If the ment cluster will display PARK ASSIST SYSTEM message continues to appear see an authorized dealer. OFF for five seconds.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 • Obstacles such as bicycle carriers, trailer hitches, etc., CAUTION! (Continued) must not be placed within 12 in (30 cm) from the rear • The vehicle must be driven slowly when using fascia/bumper while driving the vehicle. Failure to do ParkSense®...
Page 190: Courtesy/Reading Lights
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE Courtesy/Reading Lights The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights At the forward end of the overhead console are two and sunglass storage. Universal Garage Door Opener courtesy/reading lights. (HomeLink®) button and a power sunroof switch may Press the lens to turn on the light.
Page 191: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery.
Page 192: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when Ensure your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 2. Place the hand - held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to program. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink® button you want to program and the hand - held transmitter button.
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), NOTE: If the garage door opener/device does not acti- locate the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button. This can vate, press the button a third time (for two seconds) to usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is complete the training.
Page 195: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 • If the EVIC displays “DID NOT TRAIN” repeat from Programming A Non-Rolling Code Step 2. For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured before 1995. 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button. The EVIC will display “CHANNEL # TRANSMIT.” If 1.
Page 196: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Without releasing the button proceed with “Program- 2. Place the hand - held transmitter 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 ming A Non-Rolling Code” Step 2 and follow all cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to remaining steps.
Page 197: Using Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button. Using HomeLink® The EVIC will display “CHANNEL # TRANSMIT.” If To operate, press and release the programmed the device is plugged in and activates, programming is HomeLink®...
Page 198: Troubleshooting Tips
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Troubleshooting Tips WARNING! If you are having trouble programming HomeLink®, • Your motorized door or gate will open and close here are some of the most common solutions: while you are programming the universal trans- •...
Page 199: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 General Information NOTE: • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not ex- two conditions: pressly approved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s authority to operate the...
Page 200: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and visors on the overhead console. do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle. Do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 201: Opening Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 Opening Sunroof — Express position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop second.
Page 202: Venting Sunroof - Express
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result Wind Buffeting in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt will be Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect disabled. pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
Page 203: Ignition Off Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 Ignition Off Operation ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS For Vehicles Not Equipped With The Electronic Vehicle There are two 12 Volt (13 Amp) electrical power outlets on this vehicle. Both of the outlets are protected by a fuse. Information Center (EVIC) The power sunroof switch will remain active for 45 The front 12 Volt power outlet has power available only...
Page 204 202 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 205 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 Center Console Power Outlet Power Outlet Fuse Locations Items plugged into this power outlet may discharge the 1 — #18 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel battery and/or prevent the engine from starting. 2 —...
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
Page 207: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 CUPHOLDERS CAUTION! (Continued) Front Cupholders • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power The front cupholders are located in the center console. outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse.
Page 208: Rear Cupholders
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Illuminated Front Cupholders — If Equipped The front cupholders are illuminated with LEDs. They are turned on with the headlights or parking lights. Refer to “Lights” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further information. Rear Cupholders The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest between the rear seats.
Page 209: Console Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 CONSOLE FEATURES Console Storage The center console has a storage compartment located Sliding Center Console Armrest underneath the armrest, and also contains a 12 Volt The center console armrest slides forward with three power outlet, a molded-in coin holder (designed to hold detents to provide flexibility for comfort, cupholder use various size coins).
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving. Use of these devices while driving can cause an accident due to distrac- tion, resulting in death or injury.
Page 211: Rear Window Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: The rear window defroster button is located on • Use care when washing the inside of the rear the climate control (Mode) knob.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Display — INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..214 If Equipped ......237 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operating Instructions (Voice Command ▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ....264 System) — If Equipped ....246 ▫...
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 ▫ List Or Browse Mode ....276 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE ...282 ▫...
Page 216: Instrument Panel Features
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlets 6 — ESC OFF Switch 11 — Ignition Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Sport Button 12 — Trunk Release Button 3 — Glove Compartment 8 — Hazard Warning Switch 13 —...
Page 217: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 218: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 3. Speedometer 1. Fuel Gauge Indicates vehicle speed. The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when 4. Electronic Speed Control Indicator Light the ignition switch is placed in the ON/RUN position. This light will turn on when the electronic 2.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 6. Charging System Warning Light 7. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg- This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check ing system. The light should turn on when the when the ignition switch is placed in the ON/ ignition switch is placed in the ON/RUN position and RUN position.
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the light is flashing when the engine is running, The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- immediate service is required. In this case, you may ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or when towing a trailer.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 NOTE: WARNING! • A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on. others could be badly burned by steam or boiling •...
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 11. Engine Temperature Warning Light 12. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped This light will turn on and a single chime will sound to warn of an overheated engine condition. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator When this light turns on, the engine temperature is Light”...
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 NOTE: 14. Oil Pressure Warning Light • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on mo- light should turn on momentarily when the engine is mentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to started.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 16. Seat Belt Reminder Light 18. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as This indicator will illuminate when the front fog a bulb check when the ignition switch is first lights are on.
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 NOTE: U.S. Federal regulations require that upon trans- 20. Brake Warning Light fer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the pur- This light monitors various brake functions, chaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been including brake fluid level and parking brake driven.
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required. NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi- turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the...
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 21. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- CAUTION! quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- The TPMS has been optimized for the original tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure equipment tires and wheels.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 23. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light 24. Low Fuel Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System This light will turn on and a single chime will (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition sound when the fuel level drops to 1/8 tank.
Page 230: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER CAUTION! (EVIC) Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine tures a driver-interactive display which is located in the control system.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 • Surround Sound Modes (if equipped with Driver- This system conveniently allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches Selectable Surround [DSS]) mounted on the steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the The system allows the driver to select information by following: pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering...
Page 232: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU Button SELECT Button Press and release the MENU button to access Press and release the SELECT button for access the main menu, or to return to the main menu to main menus, sub-menus or to select a per- from the sub-menus.
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 • Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single • Channels Cleared chime) • Did Not Train • Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp Out (with a single chime) • Low Tire Pressure (with a single chime) •...
Page 234: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Key not Programmed indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent • Vehicle Not in Park upon your personal driving style. • Key Fob Not Detected Unless reset, this message will continue to display each •...
Page 235: Trip Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 3. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE Trip Functions START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the Press and release the MENU button until one of the OFF/LOCK position. following Trip Functions displays in the EVIC: Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Trip Functions mode displays the following. • Average Fuel Economy / Fuel Saver Mode — If Equipped • Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read “RESET”...
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 is determined by a weighted average of the instanta- neous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level. DTE cannot be reset through the SELECT button. NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value.
Page 238: Sport Mode
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Trip A To Reset The Display Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last displayed. Press and release the SELECT button once to reset.
Page 239: Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Display — If Equipped The round symbol in the middle rotates to point at the new ignition switch position. If desired, the ignition When the ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed to switch position graphic can be set to be constantly visible change ignition switch positions, the Keyless Enter-N- by pressing the EVIC MENU button until the display Go™...
Page 240: Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (Dss) - If Equipped
238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) – If Compass Display Equipped MENU Button Press and release the MENU button until “Surround The compass readings indicate the direction Sound” displays in the EVIC. The EVIC provides infor- the vehicle is facing. Press and release the mation on the current surround mode.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 Automatic Compass Calibration 3. Press the UP or DOWN button until “CALIBRATE COMPASS” displays in the EVIC. This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is 4. Press and release the SELECT button to start the new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will calibration.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Lap- 2. Press and release the MENU button until Personal tops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass Settings displays in the EVIC.
Page 243: System Warnings
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 System Warnings (Customer Information Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) Features) Press and release the MENU button until “SYSTEM Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall WARNINGS” displays in the EVIC. Then, press the Up or features when the transmission is in PARK.
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Unlock Doors Automatically on Exit transmitter UNLOCK button. To make your selection, press and release the SELECT button until “Driver Door When ON is selected, both doors will unlock when the 1st Press” or “All Doors 1st Press” appears. vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened.
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 Remote Start Comfort Sys. Horn With Remote Start When this feature is selected and the remote start is When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will activated, the heated steering wheel and driver heated occur when the RKE transmitter REMOTE START button seat features will automatically turn on in cold weather.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Headlamps On with Wipers (Available with Auto Delay Turning Headlights Off Headlamps Only) When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to When ON is selected, and the headlight switch is in the have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds AUTO (A) position, the headlamps will turn on approxi- when exiting the vehicle.
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock Turn-by-Turn Navigation — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate When ON is selected, the Turn-by-Turn directions will and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a desig- unlocked with the RKE transmitter.
Page 248: Uconnect® 730N/430/430N Cd/Dvd/Hdd/Nav - If Equipped
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL or the check-mark is removed showing the system has Display Units of Measure In been deactivated. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” in The EVIC, odometer, and Uconnect® gps (if equipped) “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”. can be changed between English and Metric units of measure.
Page 249: Uconnect® 130
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 Uconnect® 130 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio.
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next will begin to blink. listenable station in AM/FM mode.
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between will display.
Page 252: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND button, the station will continue to play but DISC Button will not be stored into pushbutton memory. Pressing the DISC button will allow you to switch from AM/FM modes to Disc modes. You may add a second station to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press Operation Instructions —...
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 radio display. If a CD does not go into the slot more than CAUTION! (Continued) 1.0 in (2.5 cm), a disc may already be loaded and must be • The Uconnect® 130 is a single CD player. Do not ejected before a new disc can be loaded.
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Ejecting with the ignition OFF is not allowed on RW/FF convertible or soft-top models (if equipped). Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released, or SEEK Button RW or another CD button is pressed.
Page 255: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 Notes on Playing MP3 Files The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 file recording media and formats are limited. When •...
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal VBR bit rate. CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after...
Page 257: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 Playback of MP3 Files Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MP3 player, or iPod®, and utilize the vehicle’s audio...
Page 258: Uconnect® 130 With Satellite Radio
256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio.
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 SEEK Buttons If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next Uconnect Phone” message will display on the radio listenable station in AM/FM mode.
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ RW/FF SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL con- Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons trol knob to save time change. causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the direction of the arrows.
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third MUSIC TYPE Button time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mode for five seconds.
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 16-Digit Character 16-Digit Character Program Type Program Type Display Display College College Soft Soft Country Country Soft Rock Soft Rck Foreign Language Language Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&B Information Inform Sports Sports Jazz Jazz Talk Talk News...
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 SETUP Button button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window. Select the button (1–6) you wish to lock onto this Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between station and press and release that button. If a button is the following items: not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET/ •...
Page 264: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons 1 - 6 Inserting Compact Disc(s) These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into commit to pushbutton memory (12 AM and 12 FM the CD player and the CD icon will illuminate on the stations).
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. CAUTION! (Continued) NOTE: Ejecting with the ignition OFF is not allowed on • Do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peel convertible or soft-top models (if equipped). away and jam the player mechanism.
Page 266: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Notes On Playing MP3 Files Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or file recording media and formats are limited.
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). •...
Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) cation quency (kHz) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more...
Page 269: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or more and the radio will display song titles for each file. Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders on the disc.
Page 270: Operating Instructions (Uconnect® Phone) - If Equipped
268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) System Activation Press this button to change the display to time of day. The Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you time of day will display for five seconds (when the may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio ignition is OFF).
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: decreased performance. Larger luggage items such as bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within ESN/SID Access the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- on or above the antenna.
Page 272 270 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 273 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 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 274: Ipod®/Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped
272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press This feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display plugged into the USB port, located in the center console window.
Page 275: Connecting The Ipod® Or External Usb Device
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 Connecting The iPod® Or External USB Device NOTE: The center console will have a position where the iPod® or consumer electronic audio device cable can be Use the connection cable to connect an iPod® or external routed through without damaging the cable when clos- USB device to the vehicle’s USB/AUX connector port ing the lid.
Page 276: Using This Feature
274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The audio device can be controlled using the radio Once the audio device is connected and synchronized to the vehicle’s iPod®/USB/MP3 control system (iPod® or buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod® contents. external USB device may take a few minutes to connect), •...
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 • A single press backward << RW or forward FF>> will mode. In Play mode, the following buttons on the radio faceplate may be used to control the iPod® or external jump backward or forward respectively, for five sec- USB device and display data: onds.
Page 278: List Or Browse Mode
276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Press the SCAN button to use iPod®/USB/MP3 de- List Or Browse Mode vice scan mode, which will play the first 10 seconds of During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described each track in the current list and then forward to the below, will bring up List mode.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 • During all List modes, the iPod® displays all lists in • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current “wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the bottom list on the top line and the first item in that list on the of the list, just turn the wheel backward (counter- second line.
Page 280: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)
278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) CAUTION! Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the • Leaving the iPod® or external USB device (or any Uconnect® phone system. supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in ex- Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons treme heat or cold can alter the operation or dam- age the device.
Page 281: Harman Kardon® Logic7® High
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 Selecting A Different Audio Device Browse Browsing is not available on a Bluetooth Streaming 1. Press the PHONE button to begin. Audio (BTSA) device. Only the current song that is 2. After the Ready prompt and following the beep, say playing will display info.
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The 12 Channel Class D GreenEdge high efficiency any source - AM/FM/CD/ Satellite Radio or dashboard amplifier is governed by a high voltage tracking power AUX input; and is activated through Uconnect® radio supply and drives a 7.4-channel playback architecture. touch-screen.
Page 283: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a EQUIPPED pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the rocker The remote sound system controls are located on the rear switch will increase the volume, and pressing the bottom surface of the steering wheel.
Page 284: Radio Operation
282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio Operation The center button on the left side rocker switch has no function for a single-disc CD player. However, when a Pressing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the next multiple-disc CD player is equipped on the vehicle, the listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch center button will select the next available CD in the will “Seek”...
Page 285: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 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 286: Climate Controls
284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS Automatic Operation Operation of the system is quite simple. Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- Turn the Mode Control knob (right knob) and the Blower cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at Control knob (left knob) to AUTO.
Page 287: Blower Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 • If your air conditioning performance seems lower than You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically. Selecting expected, check the front of the A/C condenser located the “O” (OFF) position on the blower control stops the in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt or system completely and closes the outside air intake.
Page 288: Manual Operation
286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Operation This system offers a full complement of manual override features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic, Mode Preferred Automatic, or Blower and Mode Pre- ferred Automatic. This means the operator can override the blower, the mode, or both. There is a manual blower range for times when the AUTO setting is not desired.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287...
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Floor The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (right knob) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and •...
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 • 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 292: Operating Tips
290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips Vacation Storage Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air suggested control settings for various weather condi- conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the tions.
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 Side Window Demisters A/C Air Filter A side window demister outlet is located at each end of The A/C Filter prevents most dust and pollen from the instrument panel. These non-adjustable outlets direct entering the cabin. The filter acts on air coming from air toward the side windows when the system is in the outside the vehicle and recirculated air within the pas- FLOOR, MIX, or DEFROST mode.
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions while in Manual Override...
Page 295: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....298 MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED . .307 ▫ Manual Transmission – If Equipped ..298 ▫...
Page 296 294 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Five-Speed Automatic Transmission ..314 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINE ONLY – IF EQUIPPED ....329 ▫...
Page 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 ▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light ▫ Run Flat Tires – If Equipped ....362 And ESC OFF Indicator Light ... .344 ▫...
Page 298 296 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ 3.6L Engine – If Equipped ....381 VEHICLE LOADING ....389 ▫...
Page 299 STARTING AND OPERATING 297 ▫ Towing Tips ......403 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) ....405 ▫...
Page 300: Starting Procedures
298 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if in a location accessible to children), and do not present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with...
Page 301: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 Press the clutch pedal fully to the floor, and turn the Automatic Transmission – If Equipped ignition switch to the START position and release when The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within 15 position before you can start the engine.
Page 302: Keyless Enter-N-Go™ - If Equipped
300 STARTING AND OPERATING Using Fob With Integrated Key (Tip Start) Keyless Enter-N-Go™ – If Equipped NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm This feature allows the driver to oper- engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the ate the ignition switch with the push accelerator pedal.
Page 303: Normal Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 Removing The Button 3. The system takes over and attempts to start the vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will 1. The ENGINE START/STOP button can be removed disengage automatically after 10 seconds. from the ignition switch for key fob use.
Page 304 302 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to 3. If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/ the engine starting, release the button. STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle speed must be above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine will shut off.
Page 305 STARTING AND OPERATING 303 • If the vehicle speed is above 5 mph (8 km/h), the To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button – Manual Transmission Only ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two seconds before the engine will shut off. The ignition 1.
Page 306: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)
304 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to If Engine Fails To Start change the ignition switch to the ACC position (EVIC displays “IGNITION MODE ACCESSORY”), WARNING! 3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time •...
Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 disengage. Once this occurs, release the accelerator pedal WARNING! (Continued) and the brake pedal, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster the “Normal Starting” procedure. cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE battery or the battery in another vehicle.
Page 308: After Starting
306 STARTING AND OPERATING Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using Fob With CAUTION! Integrated Key) To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 If the engine fails to start after you have followed the seconds before trying again. “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- dures, it may be flooded.
Page 309: Six-Speed Manual Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. Six-Speed Manual Transmission The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on the driver side of the vehicle.
Page 310 308 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: During cold weather, you may experience in- CAUTION! creased effort in shifting until the transmission fluid • Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch warms up. This is normal. pedal, or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged, as this will cause abnormal wear on the clutch.
Page 311: Shifting
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 Shifting The spring will try to pull the shift lever toward third and fourth gear. Make sure you move the shift lever into Fully press the clutch pedal and lift your foot off the second or fifth gear. If you let the shift lever move in the accelerator pedal before shifting gears.
Page 312: Recommended Shift Speeds
310 STARTING AND OPERATING Recommended Shift Speeds NOTE: • Your vehicle is equipped with a transmission reverse To utilize your manual transmission efficiently for fuel economy, it should be upshifted as listed in recom- inhibitor system. When vehicle speed is greater than mended shift speed chart.
Page 313: 1-4 Skip Shift
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 Also, this may be more noticeable when the transmis- When the “1–4 Skip Shift Indicator Message” is dis- sion is warm. This is a normal condition and is not an played, the shift mechanism will only allow shifts from indication of a problem with your clutch or transmis- first gear to fourth gear.
Page 314: Automatic Transmission
312 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle • If you skip more than one gear while downshifting has come to a complete stop and the engine is at or downshift at too high an engine speed, you idle speed.
Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
Page 316: Key Ignition Park Interlock
314 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift • Children should be warned not to touch the park- Interlock system (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in PARK ing brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. unless the brakes are applied.
Page 317 STARTING AND OPERATING 315 vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles (kilometers). Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears.
Page 318: Gear Ranges
316 STARTING AND OPERATING Gear Ranges PARK (P) DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or This range supplements the parking brake by locking the NEUTRAL into another gear range. transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in NOTE: motion.
Page 319 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If parking brake. Always apply the parking brake your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
Page 320 318 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 321 STARTING AND OPERATING 319 • Look at the transmission gear position display and CAUTION! verify that it indicates the PARK position. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi- will not move out of PARK.
Page 322 320 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE (D) WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 323 STARTING AND OPERATING 321 SPORT – If Equipped may be illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without This mode alters the transmission’s automatic shift damaging the transmission. schedule for sportier driving. Upshift speeds are in- creased to make full use of available engine power.
Page 324: Autostick
322 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- AUTOSTICK® mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your AutoStick® is a driver-interactive transmission feature earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has providing manual shift control, giving you more control diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could of the vehicle.
Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 323 • The transmission will automatically downshift as the AutoStick® mode will retain the current gear. When AutoStick® is active, the current transmission gear is vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will displayed in the instrument cluster. In AutoStick® mode, display the current gear.
Page 326: Sport Mode - If Equipped
324 STARTING AND OPERATING To disengage AutoStick® mode, hold the shift lever to the SPORT MODE — IF EQUIPPED right or press and hold the (+) shift paddle (if equipped) This mode alters the transmission’s automatic shift until “D” is once again displayed in the instrument schedule for sportier driving.
Page 327: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 325 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 328: Driving Through Water
326 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Keep tires properly inflated. Flowing/Rising Water 5. Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and WARNING! the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a sudden stop. Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 329 STARTING AND OPERATING 327 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Driving through standing water may cause damage • Always check the depth of the standing water to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always before driving through it. Never drive through inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans- standing water that is deeper than the bottom of mission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
Page 330: Power Steering
328 STARTING AND OPERATING POWER STEERING WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with an electro-hydraulic power • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- steering system that will give you good vehicle response cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces.
Page 331: Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L Engine Only - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 NOTE: If the “SERVICE POWER STEERING SYSTEM” message and a flashing icon are displayed on • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- the EVIC screen, it indicates that the vehicle tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under needs to be taken to the dealer for service.
Page 332: Parking Brake
330 STARTING AND OPERATING • This light only shows that the parking brake is ap- PARKING BRAKE plied. It does not show the degree of brake application. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the shift lever in the When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front PARK or REVERSE (manual transmission only) position.
Page 333: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 Manual Transmission – If Equipped Automatic Transmission – If Equipped The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To release the lower left corner of the instrument panel.
Page 334 332 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- ment and possible injury or damage. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
Page 335: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the in a location accessible to children), and do not parking brake released, a brake system malfunction leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with is indicated.
Page 336: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
334 STARTING AND OPERATING In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for is working properly. This self check occurs each time the example, repeated brake applications with the engine vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph (11 km/h). OFF) the brakes will still function.
Page 337 STARTING AND OPERATING 335 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains so- the natural laws of physics from acting on the phisticated electronic equipment that may be sus- vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering ceptible to interference caused by improperly in- efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of stalled...
Page 338: Electronic Brake Control System
336 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the bulb repaired as soon as possible. The “Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light” monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System. The If both the “Brake Warning Light”...
Page 339: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) WARNING! (Continued) This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of under adverse braking conditions by controlling hydrau- others. lic brake pressure. This prevents wheel lock-up to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking.
Page 340: Brake Assist System (Bas)
338 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake Assist System (BAS) WARNING! This system complements the ABS by optimizing the The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics vehicle braking capability during emergency braking from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the maneuvers.
Page 341: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 • Vehicle must be on a 3% (approximate) for manual Hill Start Assist (HSA) transmission and 6% (approximate) for automatic The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when transmissions. starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. HSA will maintain •...
Page 342 340 STARTING AND OPERATING Disabling/Enabling HSA 5. Release the clutch pedal (if equipped). If you wish to turn on or off the HSA system, it can be 6. Rotate the steering wheel one-half turn to the left. done using the Customer Programmable Features in the 7.
Page 343: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 • Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than Electronic Stability Control (ESC) appropriate for the steering wheel position. This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. The ESC WARNING! corrects for oversteering and understeering the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel.
Page 344 342 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Operating Modes The “ESC Off” switch is located in the switch bank near the bottom center of the instrument panel. To enter the “Partial The ESC system has two or three available operating Off” mode, momentarily press the “ESC Off” switch and modes: the ESC Off Indicator Light will illuminate.
Page 345 STARTING AND OPERATING 343 in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). WARNING! Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS portion of ESC, information. To turn ESC ON again, momentarily press except for the limited wheel spin feature described in the “ESC Off”...
Page 346: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
344 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And WARNING! (Continued) ESC OFF Indicator Light stability. ESC Off mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use only. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on NOTE: When the ESC is switched OFF, a feature of the when the ignition switch is cycled to the ON system remains active.
Page 347 STARTING AND OPERATING 345 • Each time the ignition is cycled ON, the ESC system The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo- cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as will be ON even if it was cycled off previously. the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active.
Page 348: Tire Safety Information
346 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 • Temporary spare tires are spares designed for tempo- • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design rary emergency use only. Temporary high pressure standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded compact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into the sidewall.
Page 350 348 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: 65 = Aspect ratio in percent (%) — Ratio of section height to section width of tire 10.5 = Section width in inches (in) R = Construction code — R means radial construction — D means diagonal or bias construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index...
Page 351: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 EXAMPLE: Load Identification: ..blank..= Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire Extra Load (XL) = Extra load (or reinforced) tire Light Load (LL) = Light load tire C, D, E, F, G = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load—...
Page 352 350 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation — This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
Page 353: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 354: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
352 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. B-Pillar Location for Tire And Loading Information Placard...
Page 355 STARTING AND OPERATING 353 Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) Number of people that can be carried in the ve- hicle. 2) Total weight your vehicle can carry. 3) Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4) Told tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires.
Page 356 354 STARTING AND OPERATING Loading To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle.
Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of of your vehicle with varying seating configurations...
Page 358 356 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 359: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 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 360: Tire Inflation Pressures
358 STARTING AND OPERATING stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Unequal tire pressures from side to side may cause erratic to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the and unpredictable steering response.
Page 361 STARTING AND OPERATING 359 • Inspect tires for signs of tire wear or visible damage. Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with CAUTION! temperature changes. Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change.
Page 362: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
360 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 363: Tire Types
STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and Summer Or Three Season Tires – If Equipped additional information. Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- on ice.
Page 364: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
362 STARTING AND OPERATING Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what Run Flat Tires – If Equipped was originally equipped with your vehicle and should Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid loss of inflation (120 km/h).
Page 365: Spare Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 363 Spare Tires – If Equipped rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended NOTE: For vehicles equipped with TIREFIT instead of a tire rotation pattern. spare tire, please refer to “TIREFIT KIT”...
Page 366 364 STARTING AND OPERATING Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a Full Size Spare – If Equipped conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire.
Page 367: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 365 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 ice conditions, do not first opportunity. spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- WARNING! ping when you are stuck.
Page 368: Tread Wear Indicators
366 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the to help you in determining when your tires should be tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
Page 369: Replacement Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for WARNING! the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six equipment tire sidewall.
Page 370 368 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 371: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) CAUTION! Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard following precautions: against damage. • Because of restricted traction device clearance be- •...
Page 372: Tire Rotation Recommendations
370 STARTING AND OPERATING These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. CAUTION! (Continued) The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tions on the method of installation, operating tires.
Page 373: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 371 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- mended cold placard pressure. The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C).
Page 374 372 STARTING AND OPERATING also increase as the vehicle is driven - this is normal and The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes there should be no adjustment for this increased pres- above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive sure.
Page 375 STARTING AND OPERATING 373 NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care • The TPMS has been optimized for the original and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and or condition.
Page 376: Base System
374 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire. The “TPM Telltale Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster, a “LOW TIRE” message will Base System be displayed and a chime will sound when tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless...
Page 377 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 The system fault will also sound a chime. If the ignition Vehicles with Compact Spare switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the 1. The compact spare tire does not have a TPM sensor. system fault still exists. The “TPM Telltale Light” will Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in turn off when the fault condition no longer exists.
Page 378: Premium System - If Equipped
376 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and The TPMS consists of the following components: reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, • Receiver module, the TPMS will update automatically and the “TPM •...
Page 379 STARTING AND OPERATING 377 Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible and inflate all of the tires with a low pressure condition (those flashing in the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure inflation value as shown in the Inflate Tire to XX message.
Page 380 378 STARTING AND OPERATING Service TPMS Warning If a system fault is detected, the “TPM Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid. The system fault will also sound a chime. In addition, the EVIC will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value to indicate which sensor...
Page 381 STARTING AND OPERATING 379 If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. no longer exists, the “TPM Telltale Light” will no longer flash, and the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message will no The EVIC will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM longer display, and a pressure value will display in place...
Page 382 380 STARTING AND OPERATING Vehicles with Compact Spare 4. For each subsequent ignition switch cycle, a chime will sound, the “TPM Telltale Light” will flash on and off 1. The compact spare tire does not have a TPM sensor. for 75 seconds and then remain on solid, and the EVIC Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the pressure in will display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for a the compact spare tire.
Page 383: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 381 General Information FUEL REQUIREMENTS This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and 3.6L Engine – If Equipped RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: This engine is designed to meet all emis- •...
Page 384: L Engine (With Automatic Transmission)
382 STARTING AND OPERATING Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and The use of premium gasoline is not recommended, as it endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- will not provide any benefit over regular gasoline in wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties these engines.
Page 385: L Engine (With Manual Transmission)
STARTING AND OPERATING 383 5.7L Engine (with Manual Transmission) Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- The 5.7L engine (with manual transmis- genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- sion) is designed to meet all emissions ates are required in some areas of the country during the regulations and provide excellent fuel winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions.
Page 386: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
384 STARTING AND OPERATING • Disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles engine controller memory. Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged content may void the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 387: Materials Added To Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 385 Materials Added To Fuel CAUTION! (Continued) All gasoline sold in the United States is required to • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to detergents or other additives is not needed under normal overheat.
Page 388: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
386 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- WARNING! tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon conditions repaired promptly.
Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). • A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into the fuel system. •...
Page 390: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
388 STARTING AND OPERATING Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message WARNING! (Continued) If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a running.
Page 391: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 389 • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear VEHICLE LOADING • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on the “Vehicle Certification Label.” This information • Type of Vehicle should be used for passenger and luggage loading as •...
Page 392: Overloading
390 STARTING AND OPERATING Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle WARNING! separately. It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and rear axles. Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and or rear GAWR.
Page 393: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 391 NOTE: Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed Common Towing Definitions to the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR The following trailer towing related definitions will assist and GAWRs. you in understanding the following information: TRAILER TOWING Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) In this section, you will find safety tips and information...
Page 394 392 STARTING AND OPERATING measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a WARNING! vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale. It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR.
Page 395 STARTING AND OPERATING 393 Trailer Sway Control Weight-Distributing Hitch The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tion associated with the telescoping motion to dampen...
Page 396: Trailer Hitch Classification
394 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions WARNING! Class Max. Trailer Hitch In- • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch dustry Standards system may reduce handling, stability, braking Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) performance, and could result in a collision. •...
Page 397: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 395 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Max. GTW (Gross Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. Tongue Wt. Trailer Wt.) 3.6L Automatic 12 sq ft (1.11 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg) 5.7L Automatic...
Page 398: Trailer And Tongue Weight
396 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer And Tongue Weight Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch. Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
Page 399: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 397 Consider the following items when computing the Towing Requirements weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- • The tongue weight of the trailer. train components the following guidelines are recom- mended: •...
Page 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 401 STARTING AND OPERATING 399 Towing Requirements – Tires WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact • Total weight must be distributed between the tow spare tire. vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ratings are not exceeded: •...
Page 402 400 STARTING AND OPERATING • When replacing tires, refer to “Tires – General Infor- • Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over mation” in “Starting and Operating” for the proper tire 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of replacement procedures.
Page 403 STARTING AND OPERATING 401 Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights And Wiring WARNING! Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for hydraulic brake lines.
Page 404 402 STARTING AND OPERATING Four-Pin Connector Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn 2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn 3 — Ground 6 —...
Page 405 STARTING AND OPERATING 403 Towing Tips If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation, then change the trans- Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, mission fluid and filter as specified for “police, taxi, fleet, and backing up the trailer in an area located away from or frequent trailer towing.”...
Page 406 404 STARTING AND OPERATING AutoStick® Cooling System • When using the AutoStick® shift control, select the To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- heating, take the following actions: highest gear that allows for adequate performance and avoids frequent downshifts. For example, choose “4” if City Driving the desired speed can be maintained.
Page 407 STARTING AND OPERATING 405 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Wheels OFF The Towing Condition Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Ground • Transmission in NEU- Flat Tow None TRAL NOT ALLOWED • 65 mph (105 km/h) maximum speed Dolly Tow Front...
Page 408 406 STARTING AND OPERATING • There is no limitation on towing distance. CAUTION! Manual transmission vehicles may also be towed using a Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- vehicle trailer (with all four wheels off the ground). ments can cause severe transmission damage.
Page 409: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...409 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..423 ▫ Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage ..423 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 410 408 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...439 ▫ Automatic Transmission ....440 ▫...
Page 411: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 409 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery. The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the switch bank near the bottom center of the instrument IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS panel.
Page 412: Tirefit Kit
410 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum WARNING! heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a You or others can be badly burned by hot engine supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 413: Tirefit Storage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 411 TIREFIT Storage TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk. TIREFIT Components TIREFIT Location 1. Sealant Bottle 2. Deflation Button 3. Pressure Gauge...
Page 414 412 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Power Button Selecting Sealant Mode 5. Mode Select Knob Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this position to inject the TIREFIT Sealant 6. Sealant Hose (Clear) and to inflate the tire. Use the Sealant 7.
Page 415: Tirefit Usage Precautions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 413 TIREFIT Usage Precautions the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly • Using the TIREFIT sealant may cause the Tire Pressure discarded. Monitoring System (TPMS) to become inoperable. It is •...
Page 416 414 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the source. vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the •...
Page 417: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 415 2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the WARNING! (Continued) deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the ground. • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of This will allow the TIREFIT Hoses (6) and (7) to reach an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician the valve stem and keep the TIREFIT kit flat on the...
Page 418 416 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (B) Setting Up To Use TIREFIT: (C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated Tire: 1. Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to the Sealant Mode • Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE- position.
Page 419 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 417 If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – 10 NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and seconds through the Sealant Hose (6): the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
Page 420 418 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the pressure within 15 minutes: valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle •...
Page 421 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 419 (D) Drive Vehicle: (E) After Driving: Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure to Use TIREFIT”...
Page 422 420 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher: 5. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as pos- 1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn on TIREFIT and sible.
Page 423: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 421 4. Clean any remaining sealant from the TIREFIT hous- WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS ing. Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any 5.
Page 424 422 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Wheel Mounting Surface Torque Patterns Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each WARNING! nut/bolt has been tightened twice. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated been lowered.
Page 425: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 423 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 426 424 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Opening The Access Panel Spare Tire Fastener 3. Remove the fastener securing the spare tire. 4. Remove the spare tire. 5. Remove the fastener securing the jack.
Page 427: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 425 WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immediately.
Page 428: Jacking And Changing A Tire
426 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. Jacking And Changing A Tire 3. Set the parking brake. WARNING! 4. Place the shift lever into PARK (automatic transmis- Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to sion) or 1st gear (manual transmission).
Page 429 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 427 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on jack. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
Page 430 428 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the lug nuts, use the lug wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle. 3. Before raising the vehicle, use the lug wrench to loosen, but not remove, the lug nuts on the wheel with the flat tire.
Page 431 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 429 WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts and tire. 7.
Page 432 430 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” and to “Limited-Use Spare” under “Tires—General Information” in “Start- ing and Operating” for additional warnings, cautions, and information about the spare tire, its use, and operation. 8. Install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the lug nut toward the wheel.
Page 433: Road Tire Installation
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 431 10. Refer to “Torque Specifications” in this section for Road Tire Installation proper lug nut torque. 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 11. Stow the jack, tools and flat tire. Make sure the base 2.
Page 434: Jump-Starting Procedures
432 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Refer to Torque Table for proper lug nut torque. CAUTION! 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly other booster source with a system voltage greater seated against the wheel.
Page 435 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 433 WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact.
Page 436: Jump-Starting Procedure
434 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park CAUTION! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle WARNING! or the discharged vehicle.
Page 437 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 435 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper WARNING! cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable discharged battery.
Page 438: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
436 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE CAUTION! If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the transmission overheating and failure.
Page 439 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 437 CAUTION! WARNING! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- tween DRIVE and REVERSE (with automatic ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or transmission) or FIRST GEAR and REVERSE (with even failure, of the axle and tires.
Page 440: Shift Lever Override
438 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: 1. Turn the engine OFF. 2.
Page 441 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 439 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. Towing Condition Wheels OFF The AUTOMATIC MANUAL Ground TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION Flat Tow NONE If transmission is If transmission is operable: operable:...
Page 442 440 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. equipment designed for this purpose, following equip- ment manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 443 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 441 If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- CAUTION! sion is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all four wheels on the ground) under the following condi- Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- tions: ments can cause severe transmission damage.
Page 444 442 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • There is no limitation on towing distance. Manual Transmission The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with If the transmission is not operable, then the only accept- all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. able method of towing is with a flatbed truck.
Page 445: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... .456 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..446 ▫...
Page 446 444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Clutch Hydraulic System – Manual ▫ Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Transmission (If Equipped) ....474 Park/Turn Lamp — Models with Halogen Headlamps —...
Page 447 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 ▫ Engine ......499 ▫ Chassis ......501...
Page 448: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Power Distribution Module (Fuses) 5 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 6 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 7 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 4 —...
Page 449: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 SENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 5 — Engine Oil Fill 2 — Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 6 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 4 —...
Page 450: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 451: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 Trip Odometer button to turn off the message. If the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II problem continues, the message will appear the next time system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the vehicle is started.
Page 452 450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will If your OBD II system is not ready, you should see your happen: authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, •...
Page 453: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 REPLACEMENT PARTS WARNING! Use of genuine MOPAR® parts for normal/scheduled You can be badly injured working on or around a maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to en- motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you sure the designed performance.
Page 454: Engine Oil
452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil CAUTION! Checking Oil Level – 3.6L Engine • Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per- To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must form repairs and service when necessary could be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at result in more costly repairs, damage to other regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
Page 455 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453 Checking Oil Level – 5.7L Engine Change Engine Oil To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Page 456 454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Engine Oil Viscosity – 3.6L Engine Identification Symbol MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil® or Shell Helix® is recommended for all operating tem- This symbol means that the oil has peratures.
Page 457 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 455 The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on performance may be impaired by supplemental addi- engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart- tives.
Page 458: Engine Oil Filter
456 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Filter WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can at every engine oil change. provide a measure of protection in the case of engine Engine Oil Filter Selection backfire.
Page 459: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457 Maintenance-Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- tenance required. NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump-starting.
Page 460 458 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 461: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 459 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 approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- at the start of each warm season. This service should tioning system.
Page 462 460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
Page 463 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 461 Filter Access Cover A/C Air Filter 3. Remove the used filter. 5. Close the filter access cover. 4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the maintenance intervals.
Page 464: Body Lubrication
462 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Lubrication Windshield Wiper Blades Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 465: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 463 Adding Washer Fluid WARNING! The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the Commercially available windshield washer solvents front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care level at regular intervals.
Page 466 464 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE exhaust system inspected each time the vehicle is raised CAUTION! for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- WARNING! leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control •...
Page 467 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 465 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 468: Cooling System
466 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System Coolant Checks Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 WARNING! months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the • When working near the radiator cooling fan, system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition fresh coolant.
Page 469 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467 drain from the coolant recovery bottle. DO NOT RE- CAUTION! MOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT. specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Page 470 468 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (OAT coolant conforming to MS-12106) that coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional allows extended maintenance intervals.
Page 471 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469 • Mix a minimum solution of 50% OAT engine coolant NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Stan- recommended and can result in cooling system damage. dard MS-12106 and distilled water. Use higher concen- If HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency, trations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with OAT...
Page 472 470 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant WARNING! Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution. with your local authorities to determine the disposal Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the rules for your community.
Page 473 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471 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 en- safely driven.
Page 474: Brake System
472 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow WARNING! 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 475 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 473 Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may WARNING! cause leaking in the system. • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require- fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine ments described on the brake fluid reservoir.
Page 476: Clutch Hydraulic System - Manual Transmission (If Equipped)
474 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
Page 477: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 475 Manual Transmission – If Equipped Change Transmission Fluid If contaminated with water, change the fluid immedi- Fluid Level Check ately. See your authorized dealer for service. Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the left side of the transmission.
Page 478 476 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may CAUTION! adversely affect seals. Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- CAUTION! turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- filter changes.
Page 479: Rear Axle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 477 leakage or transmission malfunction, visit your autho- Rear Axle rized dealer immediately to have the transmission fluid Fluid Level Check level checked. Operating the vehicle with an improper Checking the fluid level while the vehicle is on level fluid level can cause severe transmission damage.
Page 480: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
478 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage.
Page 481 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 479 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- Special Care lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR® Super Kleen Bug • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and Tar Remover to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 482 480 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, CAUTION! de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These •...
Page 483 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 481 • For tough stains, apply MOPAR® Total Clean, or a Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt stain.
Page 484 482 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Glass Surfaces CAUTION! All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton with MOPAR® Glass Cleaner, or any commercial based cleaning products to clean leather seats, as household-type glass cleaner.
Page 485: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 483 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be Cleaning The Center Console Cupholders used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive Clean with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergent cleaners.
Page 486: Integrated Power Module
484 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Integrated Power Module WARNING! (Continued) The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine • Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition compartment. This module contains fuses and relays. is off and that all the other services are switched off and/or disengaged.
Page 487 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 485 Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse • When installing the integrated power module — 15 Amp Washer Motor cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly Blue positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may —...
Page 488 486 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 30 Amp Starter — — — Green 50 Amp — Radiator Fan — — — 30 Amp — Windshield Wiper — — — Pink —...
Page 489: Rear Power Distribution Center
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 487 Rear Power Distribution Center CAUTION! There is also a power distribution center located in the • When installing the power distribution center trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly contains fuses and relays.
Page 490 488 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 60 Amp — Ignition Off Draw 40 Amp — Integrated Power Yellow (IOD) Green Module (IPM) Cavity 1 of the 30 Amp — Heated Seats – Rear Power Distri- Pink If Equipped...
Page 491 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 489 Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Power Outlet — 20 Amp Instrument Cluster Yellow Yellow — 25 Amp Vacuum Pump – — 20 Amp Cigar Lighter (In- Natural If Equipped Yellow...
Page 492 490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 10 Amp Occupant Restraint — — — Controller (ORC) — — — — 10 Amp Ignition Run, AC — — — Heater Control/ —...
Page 493 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 491 Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 10 Amp Cargo Light/ 30 Amp — Rear Window De- Vehicle Information Pink froster Module – 20 Amp — Amplifier/Sunroof – If Equipped Blue If Equipped —...
Page 494: Vehicle Storage
492 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE Interior Bulbs Bulb Number If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your Rear Courtesy/Reading battery. Lamps • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp •...
Page 495: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493 Exterior Bulbs BULB REPLACEMENT Bulb Number NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- Headlamp – High Inten- D1S (Serviced at Autho- spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric sity Discharge (HID) rized Dealer) conditions change to allow the condensation to change back into a vapor.
Page 496: Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp
494 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE this, you should not attempt to service a headlamp bulb Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp yourself. If a headlamp bulb fails, take your vehicle to 1. Remove the front/rear side marker. Use a fiber stick or an authorized dealer for service. similar tool to gently pry the lamp on the outboard side to disengage the clip.
Page 497: Tail/Turn And Stop Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 495 Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp 1. Open the trunk. 2. Using a screwdriver, remove the tail lamp retainer. 4. Pull back the trunk liner. 5. Remove the remaining fasteners from the back of the tail lamp assembly. 6.
Page 498 496 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 11. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail lamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise. 12. Reinstall the tail lamp assembly, fasteners, electrical connector, and trunk liner. 13. Reinstall tail lamp retainer. 7. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 8.
Page 499: Center Tail/Backup Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 497 Center Tail/Backup Lamp See your authorized dealer for bulb replacement. Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) The CHMSL uses LED lamps that are not serviceable separately. The CHMSL must be replaced as an assembly, see your authorized dealer. License Lamp 1.
Page 500: Fluid Capacities
498 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) All Engines 19 Gallons 72 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.6 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters Certified) 5.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Certified) Cooling System* 3.6 Liter Engine (MOPAR®...
Page 501: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 499 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 En- gine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Mate- rial Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR®, Pennzoil®, and Shell Helix®.
Page 502 500 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR® Engine Oil Filters. Spark Plugs – 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]). Spark Plugs – 5.7L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®...
Page 503 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Manual Transmission – If We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Equipped Fluid. Automatic Transmission – If Use only ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Equipped Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
Page 505 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .504 ▫ Maintenance Chart.....506...
Page 506 504 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis- Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicator system. The oil change indicator system will indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Page 507 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 505 NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, Change Indicator System: whichever comes first. • Change oil and filter Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: •...
Page 508 506 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals and replace if necessary. Inspect the rear axle fluid. Inspect the manual transmission fluid (if equipped), add as neces- sary.
Page 509 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 507 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Adjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. Replace spark plugs (3.6L en- gine).
Page 510 508 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Change the manual transmission fluid (if equipped) if using your vehicle for any of the following: Most of your driving is at sus- tained speeds during hot...
Page 511 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 509 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change the automatic transmis- sion fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Page 512 510 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 513: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .513 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 514 512 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .520 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ..519 ▫...
Page 515: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 513 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 516: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
514 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer. Any communication to the manufacturer’s customer cen- We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an ter should include the following information: authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and •...
Page 517: Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 515 Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) P.O. Box 1621 To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- Phone: (800) 465–2001 English / (800) 387–9983 French cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center.
Page 518: Service Contract
516 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Service Contract Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the contract documents, and contact the person listed in You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle those documents. to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited We appreciate that you have made a major investment Warranty expires.
Page 519: Warranty Information
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 517 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS WARNING! (Continued) In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C. products of component wear contain, or emit, chemi- cals known to the State of California to cause cancer If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Page 520: In Canada
518 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– 9153), To order the following manuals, you may use either the or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administra- website or the phone numbers listed below.
Page 521: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 519 Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Call toll free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and features.
Page 522: Traction Grades
520 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Treadwear WARNING! The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 523 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 521 of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. WARNING! The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- ing, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Page 525 INDEX...
Page 526 524 INDEX About Your Brakes ......330 Alarm Light ......225 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 527 INDEX 525 Automatic Transmission ....314 Brake Assist System ..... . .338 Adding Fluid .
Page 528 526 INDEX Caps, Filler Cleaning Fuel ....... . .386 Wheels .......480 Oil (Engine) .
Page 529 INDEX 527 Contract, Service ......516 Data Recorder, Event ..... . .75 Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .
Page 530 528 INDEX Door Locks, Automatic ..... .36 Jump Starting ......432 Driving Overheating .
Page 531 INDEX 529 Oil ........452 Filler Location Fuel ......386 Oil Filler Cap .
Page 532 530 INDEX Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...499 Tank Capacity ......498 Fog Lights .
Page 533 INDEX 531 Gear Select Lever Override ....438 Switch .......165 General Information .
Page 534 532 INDEX Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....17 Keyless Enter-N-Go ......37 Infant Restraint .
Page 535 INDEX 533 Lights ....... . .104 Headlights ......165 Airbag .
Page 536 534 INDEX Reading ......171 Power Door ......35 Seat Belt Reminder .
Page 537 INDEX 535 Electric Remote ......113 Odometer.......216 Exterior Folding .
Page 538 536 INDEX Operating Precautions ..... .448 Power Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ... . .4 Brakes .
Page 539 INDEX 537 Radial Ply Tires ......360 Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ..281 Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .
Page 540 538 INDEX Safety Tips .......99 Head Restraints ......160 Satellite Radio Antenna .
Page 541 INDEX 539 Shift Indicator Light ..... . .311 Speedometer......216 Shifting .
Page 542 540 INDEX Stuck, Freeing ......436 Tires ........104 Sunglasses Storage .
Page 543 INDEX 541 Safety .......346 Trailer Towing ......391 Sizes .
Page 544 542 INDEX Tread Wear Indicators ..... .366 Vehicle Storage ......290 Trip Odometer .
Page 545 INDEX 543 Windows ....... .42 Power ....... .42 Windshield Defroster.
Page 547 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehi- The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed cle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully signals.
Page 548 Chrysler Group LLC 14D491-126-AA First Edition Printed in U.S.A.