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  • Page 1 2 0 1 1 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION 5...

  • Page 7: Vehicle Identification Number

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

  • Page 8: 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.
  • Page 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..18 ▫...
  • Page 11 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Remote Open Window Feature — Power Windows ..... . . 34 If Equipped .
  • Page 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Rear Seat Belts ..... . . 48 ▫ Advanced Front Airbag Features ..58 ▫...

  • Page 13: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer.
  • Page 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition switch lock cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inop- erable.

  • Page 15: Key-In-Ignition Reminder

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

  • Page 16: Sentry Key

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

  • Page 17: Replacement Keys

    16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat- Always remove the Sentry Key from the vehicle and ible with some after-market remote starting systems. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided problems and loss of security protection.

  • Page 18: Customer Key Programming

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Customer Key Programming 4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch. You can program new keys to the system if you have two Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within valid Sentry Keys by performing the following proce- 60 seconds.

  • Page 19: General Information

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information headlights, park lamps and/or turn signals will flash and The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules part 15 the Vehicle Security Light in the cluster will flash. Then and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is the exterior lights will flash for another 15 minutes.

  • Page 20: To Disarm The System

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 NOTE: The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you To Disarm The System lock the doors with the manual door lock plungers. Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter or insert a valid Sentry Key into the ignition lock 3.

  • Page 21: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE whether you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the doors (this feature is only available if you have RKE) or vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this if you open a door.

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

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

  • Page 25: To Lock The Doors

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

  • Page 26: To Unlatch The Trunk

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Opening a door with the alarm activated will cause the second and release. When the Panic Alarm is on, the alarm to sound. Press the UNLOCK button to deactivate headlights and park lights will flash, the horn will pulse the Vehicle Security Alarm.

  • Page 27: General Information

    26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Perchlorate Material — special handling may 2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with 1.

  • Page 28: Remote Start System - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal How To Use Remote Start distance, check for these two conditions. All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: 1.
  • Page 29 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar WARNING! • Remote Start Aborted — Trunk Ajar • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low confined area.
  • Page 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • For security, power window operation is disabled To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode. Vehicle Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or •...

  • Page 31: Door Locks

    30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS WARNING! Manual Door Locks • For personal security and safety in the event of an To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as trim panel downward.

  • Page 32: Power Door Locks

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 CAUTION! An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Power Door Locks A door lock switch is located on the driver and passenger door panel.
  • Page 33 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto Unlock On Exit Auto Unlock On Exit Programming The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be power door locks if: enabled or disabled as follows: •...

  • Page 34: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming. 5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting. NOTE: Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature in accordance with local laws.

  • Page 35: Power Windows

    34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Child-Protection Door Locks are located inside the WARNING! rear edge of the door. Insert the tip of the ignition key or similar flat-bladed object into the lock and rotate approxi- Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. mately one-quarter turn to the lock or unlock position (as Remember that the rear doors can only be opened indicated by the stamped icons).

  • Page 36: Auto Window Down - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 WARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the win- dows while operating the power window switches. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 37: Auto Window Up - If Equipped

    36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To cancel the Auto-Down movement, operate the switch Auto Window Up — If Equipped either in the up or down direction and release the switch. Lift the window switch fully upward to the second detent, release, and the window will go up automatically.

  • Page 38: Window Lockout Switch

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 WARNING! When the window is almost closed, there is no anti-pinch protection. To avoid personal injury, be sure to clear your arms, hands, fingers and all objects from the window path before closing. Reset Auto Up Anytime the vehicle battery goes dead, the Auto Up function will be disabled.

  • Page 39: Trunk Lock And Release

    38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- To unlatch the trunk lid from outside the vehicle, press rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with and release the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter the rear windows open, then open the front and rear two times.

  • Page 40: Trunk Safety Warning

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 TRUNK SAFETY WARNING Trunk Internal Emergency Release As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency WARNING! Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. In the event of an individual being locked inside the Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, trunk, the trunk can be simply opened by pulling on the either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or...

  • Page 41: Occupant Restraints

    40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners to enhance OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your occupant protection by managing occupant energy vehicle are the restraint systems: during an impact event •...

  • Page 42: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 NOTE: The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver rates of inflation based on the severity and type of and cause an accident that includes you.
  • Page 43 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE conditions. However, in an accident the belt will lock and WARNING! (Continued) reduce your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle or • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make being thrown out.
  • Page 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, next to your arm. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt.
  • Page 45 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.
  • Page 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. on the shoulder belt.
  • Page 47 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully.

  • Page 48: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ In the front seat, the shoulder belt can be adjusted shoulder belt. upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck.

  • Page 49: Rear Seat Belts

    48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will position that has a belt with this feature. Children prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, 12 years old and under should always be properly you will prefer a higher position.

  • Page 50: Energy Management Feature

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Seat Belt Pretensioners WARNING! The seat belts for both front seating positions are • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of an if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- accident.
  • Page 51 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE identified by any markings, only through visual inspec- However if during a front impact, a secondary rear tion of the head restraint. The head restraint will be split impact occurs, the AHR may deploy based on the sever- in two halves, with the front half being soft foam and ity and type of the impact.
  • Page 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. CAUTION! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident.
  • Page 53 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock 1 —...

  • Page 54: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert ) BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver to fasten their seatbelt. This feature is active whenever the ignition is on. If the driver is unbelted, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until the driver seatbelt is fastened.

  • Page 55: Beltalert Programming

    60 seconds of the ignition switch being turned to the belt. It may be necessary to retract the seat belt partially ON/RUN or START position. Chrysler Group LLC does each time when unbuckling. not recommend deactivating BeltAlert .

  • Page 56: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 BeltAlert can be reactivated by repeating this procedure. dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not NOTE: Although BeltAlert has been deactivated, the long enough.
  • Page 57 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the airbag covers. design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on the severity and type of collision.

  • Page 58: Airbag System Components

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 • Airbag Warning Light vehicle is equipped with SABIC, they are located above the side windows. The trim covering the side airbags is • Steering Wheel and Column labeled SRS AIRBAG. • Instrument Panel This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat- •...

  • Page 59: Advanced Front Airbag Features

    58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Airbag Features WARNING! (Continued) The Advanced Front Airbag system has multistage driver • Do not put anything on or around the airbag and front passenger airbags. This system provides output covers or attempt to open them manually.
  • Page 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Airbags (SAB) When the airbag deploys, it opens the seam between the Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Airbags provide en- front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each airbag hanced protection to help protect an occupant during a deploys independently, that is a left side impact deploys side impact.
  • Page 61 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) SABIC airbags may offer side-impact protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure. Each airbag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side- impact head injuries.
  • Page 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 The system includes side impact sensors adjacent to both WARNING! (Continued) front and rear seat occupants that are calibrated to deploy • If your vehicle is equipped with SABIC airbags, the SABIC airbags during impacts that require airbag do not have any accessory items installed which occupant protection.
  • Page 63 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow risk of harm from a deploying airbag: children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.

  • Page 64: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 4. Do not lean against the door or window. If your WARNING! (Continued) vehicle has side airbags, and deployment occurs, the • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument side airbags will inflate forcefully into the space be- panel during Advanced Front Airbag deployment tween you and the door.
  • Page 65 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ORC deploys the Advanced Front Airbags, SABIC air- The side airbags will not deploy in all side collisions. Side bags, Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Airbags, and airbag deployment will depend on the severity and type front seat belt pretensioners, as required, depending on of collision.
  • Page 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 The ORC contains a backup power supply system that WARNING! may deploy the airbags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to Also, the ORC turns on the Airbag Warning protect you in a collision.
  • Page 67 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE based on the collision type and severity. The steering Based on the severity and type of collision, the side wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the airbag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle may be instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the triggered, releasing a quantity of non-toxic gas.
  • Page 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the side Enhanced Accident Response System curtain airbag. The inflating side curtain airbag pushes In the event of an impact causing airbag deployment, if the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and the communication network remains intact, and the covers the window.
  • Page 69 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Front and/or side airbags will not deploy in all airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye the airbag system.
  • Page 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad- WARNING! vanced airbag system. The airbag may inflate • Modifications to any part of the airbag system accidentally or may not function properly if modi- could cause it to fail when you need it.

  • Page 71: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

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

  • Page 72: Child Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is were buckled/fastened; required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties •...
  • Page 73 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants and Small Children WARNING! • Safety experts recommend that children ride In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg).
  • Page 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child cannot sit WARNING! with knees bent over the vehicle’s cushion while the child’s back is against the seatback, then the child should Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in use a belt-positioning booster seat.
  • Page 75 Safety lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the Standards. Chrysler Group LLC also recommends that buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path you make sure that you can install the child restraint in opening on the restraint.
  • Page 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure, Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- try a different seating position.
  • Page 77 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE belts. For typical installation instructions, refer to “In- stalling LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System”. Rear Seat LATCH Anchors Child restraints systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the top tether anchorage, have been available for some time.
  • Page 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 have tether straps, and you are urged to take advantage Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint of all of the available attachments provided with your System child restraint in any vehicle. We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint.
  • Page 79 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE window. These tether strap anchorages are under a provide the most direct path between the anchor and the plastic cover with this symbol on it. child restraint. Finally, tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the Many, but not all restraint systems will be equipped with seat, removing slack in the straps according to the child...
  • Page 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child. Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and should not be played with, and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle.
  • Page 81 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE route the tether strap under the head restraint and Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat between the two posts. If not possible, lower the head Belts restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard The passenger seat belts are equipped with Automatic side of the head restraint.
  • Page 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the Children Too Large for Booster Seats lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend on the restraint.

  • Page 83: Transporting Pets

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

  • Page 84: Safety Tips

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Transporting Passengers WARNING! NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. WARNING! Breathing it can make you unconscious and can •...

  • Page 85: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

    84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The make sure that all windows are closed and the climate Vehicle control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT Seat Belts use the recirculation mode.
  • Page 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Defroster WARNING! (Continued) Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place • Always make sure that floor mats are properly the blower control on high speed. You should be able to attached to the floor mat fasteners.

  • Page 87: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE lodged in the tread. Inspect the tread and sidewall for WARNING! (Continued) cuts and cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the Check the tires (including spare) for proper pressure. driver foot well while the vehicle is moving.

  • Page 88: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......91 Voice Command — If Equipped ... . 95 ▫...
  • Page 89 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Head Restraints ..... 103 ▫ Flash-To-Pass ..... . . 113 ▫...
  • Page 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 ▫ Security ......129 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..121 ▫...
  • Page 91 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Ignition Off Operation ....133 ▫ Driver’s Side Sunglass Holder — If Equipped ......140 Electrical Power Outlets .

  • Page 92: Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).

  • Page 93: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped

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

  • Page 94: Power Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Power Mirrors To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the left The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand door trim panel. in the direction you want the mirror to move.

  • Page 95: Adjusting Sideview Mirrors

    94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting Sideview Mirrors Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature All exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved either Outside Mirror — Driver Side forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of three detent positions: full forward, full rearward and traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the normal.

  • Page 96: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped Uconnect™ Phone — IF EQUIPPED An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use Uconnect™ Phone is a hands-free system that allows you the mirror, lower the sun visor and rotate the mirror to use voice commands to dial a phone number stored in cover upward.

  • Page 97: Power Seats - If Equipped

    96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats — If Equipped WARNING! The power seat switches are on the outboard side of the • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or seat near the floor. Use the bottom switch to move the seat up, down, forward, rearward, or to tilt the seat.
  • Page 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Reclining The Seatback The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will backward.

  • Page 99: Heated Seats - If Equipped

    98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) There are two heated seat switches that allow the driver • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the and passenger to operate the seats independently. The shoulder belt is no longer resting against your controls for each heater are located on the center of the chest.
  • Page 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 When the HIGH-level setting is selected, the heater will WARNING! (Continued) provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes • Do not place anything on the seat that insulates of operation. Then, the heat output will drop to the against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.

  • Page 101: Manual Front Seat Adjustment

    100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Front Seat Adjustment Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or rear- The manual seat adjustment bar is at the front of the seat, ward. Release the bar once the seat is in the position near the floor.

  • Page 102: Driver Seat Manual Height Adjuster - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Driver Seat Manual Height Adjuster — Reclining Seats If Equipped The recliner control is located on the side of the seat. To A lever style height adjustment feature enhances comfort recline, lean forward slightly before lifting the lever, then for petite as well as tall drivers.

  • Page 103: Lumbar Support - If Equipped

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

  • Page 104: Head Restraints

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Head Restraints Active Head Restraints — Front Seats Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- by restricting head movement in the event of a rear nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily impact.
  • Page 105 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push forward and rearward. To tilt the head restraint closer to button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the downward on the head restraint.
  • Page 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players.

  • Page 107: Fold-Flat Passenger Seatback

    106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fold-Flat Passenger Seatback WARNING! (Continued) The recline handle on the front passenger seat also • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they releases the seatback to fold forward. are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose cargo.

  • Page 108: Folding Rear Seat

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 The hard seatback features a work surface and a molded When returning the rear seatback to the upright position, rim for retaining items stored on the seatback panel. be sure the seatback is latched. Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat Folding Rear Seats Folding Rear Seat...

  • Page 109: Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest

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

  • Page 110: To Open And Close The Hood

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Then lift the secondary latch located under the front To open the hood, two latches must be released. edge of the hood, near the center and raise the hood. 1.

  • Page 111: Lights

    110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open CAUTION! position. Place the upper end of the prop rod in the hole on the left underside of the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.

  • Page 112: Headlights And Parking Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 passing light, fog lights, instrument panel light dimming Headlights and Parking Lights and turn signals. The multifunction lever is located on Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent the left side of the steering column. for parking light operation.

  • Page 113: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped

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

  • Page 114: Lane Change Assist

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatically turn off. High/Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam.

  • Page 115: Fog Lights - If Equipped

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

  • Page 116: Instrument Panel Dimmer

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Instrument Panel Dimmer Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened. Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the park- ing lights or headlights are on.
  • Page 117 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time, There is a second light located midway back in the so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the headliner. vehicle.

  • Page 118: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Rotate the end of the lever to the LO position for The wipers and washers are operated by a switch low-speed wiper operation, or to the HI position for on the control lever.

  • Page 119: Intermittent Wiper System

    118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE are operating. The wipers will resume operation when then turn the end of the lever to select the desired delay you turn the ignition switch to the ON position again. interval. There are five delay settings, which allow you to regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle CAUTION! every second to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds...

  • Page 120: Windshield Washers

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 NOTE: The wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed. If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), the off position, the wipers will operate for two wipe delay times will be doubled.

  • Page 121: Mist Feature

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

  • Page 122: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 located below the steering wheel at the end of the outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the steering steering column. column in position, pull the lever upward until fully engaged. WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving.

  • Page 123: To Activate

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

  • Page 124: To Set A Desired Speed

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 To Set A Desired Speed To Resume Speed Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button button and release.

  • Page 125: To Accelerate For Passing

    124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE decrease until the button is released. Release the button On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so when the desired speed is reached, and the new set speed it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed will be established.
  • Page 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 The HomeLink buttons that are located in the headliner WARNING! or sun visor designate the three different HomeLink • Your motorized door or gate will open and close channels. while you are training the universal transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people, pets or other objects are in the path of the door or gate.

  • Page 127: Programming Homelink

    126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming HomeLink Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to pro- Before You Begin gram while keeping the indicator light in view. If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, •...
  • Page 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 • After training a HomeLink channel, if the garage This can usually be found where the hanging antenna door does not operate with HomeLink and the ga- wire is attached to the garage door opener motor. It is rage door opener was manufactured after 1995, the NOT the button normally used to open and close the garage door opener may have a rolling code.

  • Page 129: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming

    128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAINING Gate Operator/Canadian Programming button. The name and color of the button may vary by Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig- manufacturer. nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans- mission –...

  • Page 130: Using Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button, Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button while you press and release (“cycle”), your handheld To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink has follow these steps: successfully accepted the frequency signal.

  • Page 131: Troubleshooting Tips

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

  • Page 132: Power Sunroof - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The sunroof controls are mounted between the dome/ • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in reading lights. the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.

  • Page 133: Opening Sunroof - Express

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

  • Page 134: Venting Sunroof - Express

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 NOTE: Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is windows down, or the sunroof (if so equipped) in certain pressed. open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with Venting Sunroof —...

  • Page 135: Electrical Power Outlets

    134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power sunroof switch will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time is programmable. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)”...
  • Page 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 NOTE: • To ensure proper operation a MOPAR knob and element must be used. • 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 137 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Im- proper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
  • Page 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).

  • Page 139: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped

    138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — Rear Seat Bottle Holder IF EQUIPPED There are built-in bottle holders located in both rear door An optional ash receiver is available from your autho- trim panels. rized dealer and will fit in the center console front cupholder.

  • Page 140: Storage

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 WARNING! If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burn- ing the occupants. Be careful when closing the doors to avoid injury. STORAGE Glove Box Storage Compartment The glove box storage compartment is located on the...

  • Page 141: Driver's Side Sunglass Holder - If Equipped

    140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Driver’s Side Sunglass Holder — If Equipped CONSOLE FEATURES An integrated sunglass holder is located in the headliner The center console is located between the front driver above the sun visor. To access the sunglass holder, lower and passenger seats.

  • Page 142: Dual Storage Bins

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Dual Storage Bins The center console contains both an upper and lower storage bin. Lifting a latch at the front of the hinged armrest provides access to these storage areas. Center Console Storage Console Detail 1 —...

  • Page 143: Rear Window Features

    142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The lower bin can be accessed directly, without first REAR WINDOW FEATURES exposing the upper bin, by operating the right latch with Rear Window Defroster the armrest down. The rear window defroster button is located on the The first storage bin can be used to hold smaller items.
  • Page 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear CAUTION! (Continued) window defroster only when the engine is operating. • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on CAUTION! the interior surface of the window.

  • Page 146: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....148 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) – If Equipped ......168 Instrument Cluster .
  • Page 147 146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Media Center 230 (REQ) — AM/FM Stereo Media Center 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/ Radio And 6–Disc CD/DVD Changer RBZ/RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — (MP3/WMA AUX Jack) ....179 If Equipped .
  • Page 148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio Steering Wheel Audio Controls — (Sales Code RES+RSC)....207 If Equipped ......223 ▫...

  • Page 149: Instrument Panel Features

    148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Radio 11 — Storage Compartment 2 — Side Window Demister Outlet 7 — Passenger Airbag 12 — Climate Control 3 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Glove Compartment 13 —...

  • Page 150: Instrument Cluster

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...

  • Page 151: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and 1. Temperature Gauge the Fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat ture.
  • Page 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 5. Low Fuel Light If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting When the fuel level drops to approximately 2.0 gal- Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. lons (7.6 Liters), the fuel symbol will light and a 7.
  • Page 153 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL flash or remain on continuously. Refer to “Occupant 10. Engine Temperature Warning Light Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your This light warns of an overheated engine condi- Vehicle” for further information. tion. If the engine is critically hot, a warning chime will sound 10 times.
  • Page 154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp to the ABS system is required.
  • Page 155 154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Tachometer been driven. If your odometer needs to be repaired or The silver area of the scale shows the permissible engine serviced, the repair technician should leave the odometer revolutions-per-minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear range. reading the same as it was before the repair or service.
  • Page 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 Vehicle Odometer Messages LoW TirE When the appropriate conditions exist, the odometer will When the appropriate condition exists, the odometer display the following messages: display will toggle between LoW and TirE for three cycles. door ......Door Ajar HOTOIL deck .
  • Page 157 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odom- To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the eter reset button to turn off the “gASCAP” message. Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset (Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic System —...
  • Page 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 15. Cruise Indicator — If Equipped Dual Trip Odometer — If Equipped This indicator shows that the Electronic Speed Press and release this button to change the display from Control System is ON. odometer to “Trip A.” Press and release it a second time to change the display to “Trip B.”...
  • Page 159 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the light is flashing when the engine is running you 19. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator may experience power loss, an elevated/rough idle, and Light — If Equipped increased brake pedal effort, and your vehicle may This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- require towing.
  • Page 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 23. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light — If Equipped should come on. If the light does not come on, have the This light monitors the ABS. This light will system inspected by an authorized dealer. come on when the ignition key is turned to the 24.
  • Page 161 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on mo- different size than the size indicated on the vehicle mentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should deter-...
  • Page 162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS...
  • Page 163 162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 26. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) CAUTION! The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause monitors emissions, engine, and automatic trans- damage to the engine control system.
  • Page 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 27. Transmission Temperature Warning Light — WARNING! If Equipped This light indicates that the transmission fluid If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is temperature is running hot. This may occur illuminated and you continue operating the vehicle, with severe usage, such as trailer towing.

  • Page 165: Compass Mini-Trip Computer (Cmtc)

    • The compass on your vehicle is self-calibrating, elimi- nating the need to manually calibrate the compass. Control Buttons • If the vehicle is equipped with a Chrysler (Navigation Radio), the NAV system will provide the compass direction, and the variance and calibration menus will be unavailable.

  • Page 166: Compass/Temperature Display

    ON position, then press and hold the RESET button. Compass/Temperature Display The following displays can be reset or changed: NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with a Chrysler • Compass/Temperature Uconnect™ gps (Navigation Radio), the NAV system will provide the compass direction, and the variance and •...
  • Page 167 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Magnetic materials should be kept away from the top Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic of the center of the instrument panel. This is where the North and Geographic North. To compensate for the compass sensor is located.
  • Page 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 To Set The Variance 1. Start the engine and leave the transmission in the Start the engine and leave the transmission gear selector PARK position. lever in the PARK position. Press and hold the RESET 2.

  • Page 169: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped

    168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER The EVIC consists of the following: (EVIC) – IF EQUIPPED • System status The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- • Vehicle information warning message displays tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster.

  • Page 170: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 The system allows the driver to select information by Press and release the COMPASS button to pressing the following buttons on the instrument panel display the compass heading and the out- switch bank located below the climate controls: side temperature.

  • Page 171: Oil Change Required - If Equipped

    170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) • Remote start aborted — Hood ajar • Right Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a single • Remote start aborted — Trunk ajar chime) •...

  • Page 172: Trip Functions

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 flash in the EVIC display for approximately five seconds NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not scheduled oil change interval.
  • Page 173 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tion: tank level. DTE cannot be reset through the SELECT button. • ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped The ECO indicator will illuminate in the EVIC display.

  • Page 174: Compass Display

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 • Display Units In: NOTE: The system will display the last known outside To make your selection, press and release the SELECT temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to button until ENGLISH or METRIC appears. be driven several minutes before the updated tempera- ture is displayed.
  • Page 175 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and 5. Drive the vehicle slowly (under 5 mph / 8 km/h), an environment free from large metallic objects such as completing one or more circles (in an area free from large buildings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks, metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL”...

  • Page 176: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 3. Press and release the DOWN button until “Compass Variance” and the current Variance Value displays in the EVIC. 4. Press and release the SELECT button to increment the Variance Value by one, (one button press per update), until the proper variance zone is selected according to the map.
  • Page 177 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and release the MENU button until “Personal Remote Key Unlock Settings” displays in the EVIC. When “Driver Door 1st Press” is selected, only the driver’s door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Press and release the DOWN button to display the Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button.
  • Page 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 Flash Lights with Lock headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will off if they were turned on by this feature. To make your flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the selection, press the SELECT button until ON or OFF RKE transmitter.

  • Page 179: Setting The Analog Clock

    178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Illuminated Approach SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the remote keyless entry transmitter. To make your selection, press the SELECT button until “OFF,”...

  • Page 180: Media Center 230 (Req) - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And 6-Disc Cd/Dvd Changer (Mp3/Wma Aux Jack)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREO Operating Instructions - Radio Mode RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of the radio faceplate.
  • Page 181 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch Uconnect Phone”...
  • Page 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 Clock Setting Procedure INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text 2.
  • Page 183 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second MUSIC TYPE Button time and MID 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 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Information Inform Top 40 Top 40 Jazz Jazz Weather Weather News News By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon Nostalgia Nostalga is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Oldies Oldies station with the same selected Music Type name.
  • Page 185 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • DVD Enter - When the disc is in DVD Menu mode, • Angle – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will change selecting DVD Enter will allow you to play the current the viewing angle if supported by the DVD disc (if highlighted selection.
  • Page 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 • Set Home Clock - Pressing the SELECT button allows Audio Language — If Equipped you to set the clock. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control Selecting this item allows you to choose a default audio knob to adjust the hours and then press and turn the language (effective only if the language is supported by TUNE/SCROLL control knob to adjust the minutes.
  • Page 187 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio DRC — If Equipped NOTE: The user will have to set these defaults before Selecting this item allows you to limit maximum audio loading a disc. If changes are made to these settings after dynamic range.

  • Page 188: Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd-Video)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 You may add a second station to each pushbutton by Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO) the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display The radio DVD player and many DVD discs are coded by window.
  • Page 189 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC Eject Button — Ejecting Compact Disc(s) position to operate the radio. Press the EJECT button and the pushbutton with the corresponding number (1-6) where the LOAD Button —...

  • Page 190: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 SCAN Button (CD MODE) Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files Press the SCAN button to scan through each track on the The radio can play MP3/WMA files; however, acceptable CD currently playing. MP3/WMA file recording media and formats are limited. When writing MP3/WMA files, pay attention to the TIME Button (CD MODE) following restrictions.
  • Page 191 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The radio uses the following limits for file systems: If a disc contains multi-formats, such as CD audio and MP3/WMA tracks, the radio will only play the MP3/ • Maximum number of directory levels: 8 WMA tracks on that disc.
  • Page 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 Playback of MP3/WMA Files MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3/WMA data is loaded, Specification quency (kHz) the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, 192, MPEG-1 Audio contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more 48, 44.1, 32...

  • Page 193: List Button (Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)

    192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders to return to elapsed time display. on the disc.
  • Page 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions — Voice Command System No function. (If Equipped) For the radio, Refer to “Voice Command” in the EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) Uconnect™ User Manual located on the DVD for further No function.

  • Page 195: If Equipped

    194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Macrovision NOTE: Sirius service is not available in Hawaii and has This product incorporates copyright protection technol- limited coverage in Alaska. ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec- System Activation tual property rights. Use of this copyright protection Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio...
  • Page 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 2. Your Vehicle Identification Number. placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased performance. Larger luggage items such as To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within ESN/SID Access the loading design of the rack.
  • Page 197 196 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 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 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 199: If Equipped

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

  • Page 200: Media Center 130 (Sales Code Res)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES) Operating Instructions — Radio Mode NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC side of the radio faceplate. position to operate the radio.
  • Page 201 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch knob to save time change.
  • Page 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the AM/FM Button mid-range tones.

  • Page 203: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. MP3 Audio Play The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by NOTE: pressing the pushbutton twice.
  • Page 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. begin to play when you insert the disc.

  • Page 205: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in Press this button while the CD is playing to activate CD and MP3 modes. Random Play.
  • Page 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. character extension) When reading discs recorded using formats other than •...
  • Page 207 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to Playback of MP3 Files an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the following table are supported. In addition, variable bit radio checks all files on the medium.

  • Page 208: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which (SALES CODE RES+RSC) allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s side of the radio faceplate.

  • Page 209: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode

    208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — Radio Mode to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC another selection.
  • Page 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes (if equipped).
  • Page 211 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INFO Button Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the message broadcast from an FM station (FM mode only).
  • Page 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 MUSIC TYPE Button Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type Information Inform mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button Jazz Jazz or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five News News seconds will allow the program format type to be se-...
  • Page 213 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL hours, press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set Program Type 16-Digit Character Display the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. Adjust Top 40 Top 40 the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL Weather Weather control knob.

  • Page 214: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 You may add a second station to each pushbutton by Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press MP3 Audio Play the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the NOTE: display window.
  • Page 215 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. begin to play when you insert the disc.

  • Page 216: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 SEEK Button SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the Press this button while the CD is playing to activate CD. Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginning Random Play.
  • Page 217 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. character extension) When reading discs recorded using formats other than •...
  • Page 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the supported. following table are supported. In addition, variable bit Playback of MP3 Files rates (VBR) are also supported.

  • Page 219: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)

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

  • Page 220: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up. If the System Activation AUX audio sounds distorted, turn the device’s volume Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you down. may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio service that is included with the factory-installed satellite TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) radio system in your vehicle.
  • Page 221 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly ESN/SID Access on or above the antenna. With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- tion and the radio on, press the SETUP button and scroll Reception Quality...
  • Page 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 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 223 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 224: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press IF EQUIPPED the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window.

  • Page 225: Radio Operation

    224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The right-hand rocker switch has a pushbutton in the Radio Operation center, and controls the volume and mode of the sound Pressing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next system. Pressing the top of the rocker switch will increase listenable station, and pressing the bottom of the switch the volume.

  • Page 226: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective precautions: coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding.

  • Page 227: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning

    226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Heating and Air Conditioning Blower Control Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ven- tilation system in any mode. The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the “O” (OFF) position.
  • Page 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Temperature Control Mode Control (Air Direction) Rotate this control to regulate the tem- Rotate this control to choose from sev- perature of the air inside the passenger eral patterns of air distribution. You compartment. Rotating the dial left can select either a primary mode as into the blue area of the scale indicates identified by the symbols on the con-...
  • Page 229 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: For all settings except full cold or full hot, there Defrost is a difference in temperature between the upper and Air is directed through the windshield and side lower outlets. The warmer air flows to the floor outlets. window demist outlets.
  • Page 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 NOTE: several times then go out. Recirculation will be dis- • Continuous use of the recirculation mode may make abled automatically is these modes are selected. the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. •...

  • Page 231: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped

    230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The air conditioning compressor will not engage Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — until the engine has been running for about 10 seconds. If Equipped • MAX A/C For maximum cooling use the A/C and recirculation buttons at the same time.
  • Page 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 Automatic Operation the desired comfort level require air conditioning, the The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- system will automatically make the adjustment. cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger.
  • Page 233 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If your air conditioning performance seems lower than Manual Operation expected, check the front of the A/C condenser located This system offers a full complement of manual override in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt or features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic, insects.
  • Page 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233...
  • Page 235 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Floor The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets.
  • Page 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 • 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 237: Operating Tips

    236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you Summer Operation can temporarily put the system into Recirculation The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles Mode by pressing the Recirculation button. However, must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant under certain conditions, while in Automatic Mode, to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect the system is blowing air out the defrost vents.
  • Page 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The Mix windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.
  • Page 239 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
  • Page 240 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....244 Automatic Transmission ....248 ▫...
  • Page 241 240 STARTING AND OPERATING AutoStick — If Equipped ....254 Electronic Brake Control System ... 265 ▫...
  • Page 242 STARTING AND OPERATING 241 Tires — General Information ... . . 282 Tire Chains ......291 ▫...
  • Page 243 242 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Fuel System Cautions ....305 Adding Fuel ......310 ▫...
  • Page 244 STARTING AND OPERATING 243 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights Recreational Towing (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ..318 (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) ....325 ▫...

  • Page 245: Starting Procedures

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

  • Page 246: Extreme Cold Weather (Below 20°F Or 7°C)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 245 For vehicles equipped with Tip Start (Six-Speed Trans- If Engine Fails To Start mission), turn the ignition switch to the START position WARNING! and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage auto- •...
  • Page 247 246 STARTING AND OPERATING Without Tip Start If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15- If the engine fails to start after you have followed the second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- held to the floor, repeat the “Normal Starting”...

  • Page 248: After Starting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 247 The engine block heater cord is bundled under the hood CAUTION! between the headlight assembly and the Totally Inte- grated Power Module (Fuse Box) on the driver’s side of To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 sec- the vehicle.

  • Page 249: Automatic Transmission

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

  • Page 250: Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock Systems

    STARTING AND OPERATING 249 Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock WARNING! (Continued) Systems • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure These systems prevent the key fob from being removed those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, unless the shift lever is in PARK. They also prevent you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is shifting out of PARK unless the ignition switch is out of running.

  • Page 251: Brake/Transmission Interlock System

    250 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. To move the shift lever out of the PARK position, the ignition switch must be turned to any other switch position (ACC, ON, or START) (engine running or not) and the brake pedal must be pressed.
  • Page 252 STARTING AND OPERATING 251 When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever into WARNING! (Continued) the PARK position first, and then apply the parking • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving brake. unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking number of reasons.
  • Page 253 252 STARTING AND OPERATING NEUTRAL example: When operating the vehicle under heavy load- This range is used when vehicle is standing for pro- ing conditions, (i.e., in hilly terrain, traveling into strong longed periods with engine running. Engine may be headwinds, or while towing heavy trailers).
  • Page 254 STARTING AND OPERATING 253 NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with AutoStick , you LOW — Four-Speed Transmission can reduce the frequency of transmission shifting during This range should be used for engine braking when heavy loading, hilly terrain, strong headwinds, or while descending very steep grades.

  • Page 255: Autostick - If Equipped

    254 STARTING AND OPERATING the forward gear selected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEU- possible convenience. Your dealer has diagnostic equip- TRAL will continue to operate. The Reset feature allows ment to determine if the problem could recur. the vehicle to be driven to a dealer for service without If the transmission cannot be reset, dealer service is damaging the transmission.

  • Page 256: General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 255 • Starting out in second gear is helpful in snowy or icy triggers a downshift and to the right (+) an upshift. The gear position will display in the instrument cluster on the conditions. To select second gear after the vehicle is transmission range indicator.

  • Page 257: Driving On Slippery Surfaces

    256 STARTING AND OPERATING • If the system detects powertrain overheating, the WARNING! transmission will revert to the automatic shift mode and remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off. Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the •...

  • Page 258: Driving Through Water

    STARTING AND OPERATING 257 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. Flowing/Rising Water 3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first WARNING! become visible. Do not drive on or across a road or path where water 4.
  • Page 259 258 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Always check the depth of the standing water age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- before driving through it. Never drive through ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, standing water that is deeper than the bottom of transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.

  • Page 260: Power Steering

    STARTING AND OPERATING 259 POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph steering capability if power assist is lost.

  • Page 261: Power Steering Fluid Check

    260 STARTING AND OPERATING system. This noise should be considered normal, and it checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are does not in any way damage the steering system. apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- pated.

  • Page 262: Parking Brake

    STARTING AND OPERATING 261 If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied.
  • Page 263 262 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound the parking brake.

  • Page 264: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 263 computer to modulate the hydraulic pressure to prevent WARNING! (Continued) wheel lock-up and avoid skidding on slippery surfaces. • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or WARNING! injury.
  • Page 265 264 STARTING AND OPERATING If the “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” is on, the brake WARNING! (Continued) system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore • The capabilities of an ABS-equipped vehicle must the benefits of anti-lock brakes. If the “Anti-Lock Brake never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous Warning Light”...

  • Page 266: Electronic Brake Control System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 265 ABS is activated during braking under certain road or WARNING! stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in- clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticated debris, or panic stops. electronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high You also may experience the following when the brake output radio transmitting equipment.

  • Page 267: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)

    266 STARTING AND OPERATING together to enhance vehicle stability and control in vari- spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the ous driving conditions and are commonly referred to as brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine ESC.

  • Page 268: Hill Start Assist (Hsa) - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 267 reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer Hill Start Assist (HSA) – If Equipped desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is The HSA system is designed to assist the driver in deactivated.
  • Page 269 268 STARTING AND OPERATING HSA Activation Criteria The system will only work if the intended direction of the The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to vehicle and vehicle gear match. For example, if the activate: intended direction is forward up a hill and the vehicle is in DRIVE and the activation criteria are met, HSA will •...

  • Page 270: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 269 2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 10. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to it’s previous setting. 3. Apply the parking brake. EVIC Equipped Vehicles 4. Start the engine. HSA is a Customer Programmable Feature on a EVIC 5.
  • Page 271 270 STARTING AND OPERATING path does not match the intended path, ESC applies the Partial ESC Mode brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting This mode is entered by momentarily pressing the “ESC the oversteer or understeer condition Off”...
  • Page 272 STARTING AND OPERATING 271 WARNING! In the Partial ESC mode, the engine torque reduction and stability features are desensitized. Therefore, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESC is unavail- able. NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off”...

  • Page 273: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light

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

  • Page 274: Tire Safety Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 273 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 275 274 STARTING AND OPERATING • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded tion.
  • Page 276 STARTING AND OPERATING 275 EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...

  • Page 277: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

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

  • Page 278: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 277 Tire Terminology and Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof. Cold Tire Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.

  • Page 279: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    278 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location...
  • Page 280 STARTING AND OPERATING 279 axles must not be exceeded. For further information on This placard tells you important information about GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the: “Vehicle Loading” in this section. 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of...
  • Page 281 280 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of of your vehicle with varying seating configurations cargo and luggage load capacity.
  • Page 282 STARTING AND OPERATING 281...

  • Page 283: Tires - General Information

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

  • Page 284: Tire Inflation Pressures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 283 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side B-Pillar. hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure the right or left.
  • Page 285 284 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the winter.

  • Page 286: Radial-Ply Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 285 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial-Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...

  • Page 287: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped

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

  • Page 288: Full Size Spare - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 287 Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip- Full Size Spare – If Equipped ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. on your vehicle at the first opportunity. This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.

  • Page 289: Tire Spinning

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

  • Page 290: Tread Wear Indicators

    STARTING AND OPERATING 289 Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth to help you in determining when your tires should be becomes 1/16 in (2 mm).

  • Page 291: Replacement Tires

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

  • Page 292: Tire Chains

    STARTING AND OPERATING 291 SNOW TIRES WARNING! (Continued) Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having during the winter. All season tires satisfy this require- adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire ment and can be identified by the M+S designation on failure and loss of vehicle control.

  • Page 293: Tire Rotation Recommendations

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

  • Page 294: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 293 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPM System will warn the driver of a low tire The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- warning limit for any reason, including low temperature mended cold placard pressure.
  • Page 295 294 STARTING AND OPERATING For example, your vehicle may have a recommended CAUTION! cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure • The TPMS has been optimized for the original of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), equipment tires and wheels.

  • Page 296: Base System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 295 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire the tire.
  • Page 297 296 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings sound a chime. If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. The illuminate in the instrument cluster, a LOW TIRE “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...

  • Page 298: Premium System - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 297 NOTE: 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and 1. The compact spare tire (if equipped) does not have a reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will the TPMS will update automatically and the “Tire Pres- not monitor the pressure in the compact spare tire.
  • Page 299 298 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS consists of the following components: more of the four active road tires. In addition, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display • Receiver Module a graphic showing the pressure values of each tire with •...
  • Page 300 STARTING AND OPERATING 299 Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible, display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value to and inflate all tires with low pressure (those flashing in indicate which sensor is not being received. the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure value.
  • Page 301 300 STARTING AND OPERATING If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, The EVIC will also display a CHECK TPM SYSTEM providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault message for a minimum of five seconds when a system no longer exists, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale fault related to an incorrect sensor location fault is Light”...

  • Page 302: General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 301 Monitoring Telltale Light” will remain ON, a chime will the TPMS will update automatically. In addition, the sound, and the EVIC will still display a flashing pressure “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn OFF value in the graphic display. and the graphic in the EVIC will display a new pressure value instead of dashes (- -), as long no tire pressure is 3.

  • Page 303: Fuel Requirements

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

  • Page 304: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends

    STARTING AND OPERATING 303 The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- Problems that result from using gasoline containing line. Properly blended reformulated gasoline will pro- Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol vide excellent performance and durability of engine and are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may fuel system components.

  • Page 305: Mmt In Gasoline

    304 STARTING AND OPERATING To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether E-85 perform the following: the gasoline contains MMT. It is even more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada, because MMT •...

  • Page 306: Fuel System Cautions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 305 Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being CAUTION! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s Most of these products contain high concentra- performance: tions of methanol.

  • Page 307: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    306 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper WARNING! maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mal conditions repaired promptly.
  • Page 308 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 the other sections of this manual for information on CAUTION! features that are common between Flexible Fuel and gasoline-only powered vehicles. Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can operate on E-85. E-85 Fuel Cap E-85 Badge...

  • Page 309: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)

    308 STARTING AND OPERATING Ethanol Fuel (E-85) When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and • you do not switch when the fuel gauge indicates less 15% unleaded gasoline. than 1/4 full •...

  • Page 310: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles

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

  • Page 311: Replacement Parts

    310 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Parts ADDING FUEL Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the left rear patible parts.
  • Page 312 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 After removing the gas cap, place the gas cap tether cable NOTE: If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the over a hook on the inside of the fuel door. This keeps the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.

  • Page 313: Loose Filler Cap Message

    312 STARTING AND OPERATING on if the gas cap is not secured properly. Make sure WARNING! that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near refueled. the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the •...

  • Page 314: Vehicle Loading

    STARTING AND OPERATING 313 VEHICLE LOADING Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. Vehicle Certification Label This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total Your vehicle has a certification label attached to the rear load must be limited so that you do not exceed the of the driver’s door.

  • Page 315: Overloading

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

  • Page 316: Common Towing Definitions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 315 To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirements Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) and recommendations in this manual concerning ve- The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all hicles used for trailer towing. cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem- porary) loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and If you have any questions or concerns after reviewing...
  • Page 317 316 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Trailer Tongue Weight (TW) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles hitch ball by the trailer.

  • Page 318: Trailer Hitch Classification

    STARTING AND OPERATING 317 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can Standards tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.

  • Page 319: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

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

  • Page 320: Trailer And Tongue Weight

    STARTING AND OPERATING 319 CAUTION! Towing a trailer with a larger than recommended frontal area could cause the engine to overheat or cause severe engine damage under extreme condi- tions. Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer.

  • Page 321: Towing Requirements

    320 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the Towing Requirements trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed train components the following guidelines are recom- options, must be considered as part of the total load on mended: your vehicle.
  • Page 322 STARTING AND OPERATING 321 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 323 322 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage WARNING! (Continued) before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General 3. GAWR Information” in “Starting and Operating” for informa- 4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch tion on tread wear indicators and for proper inspection utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to procedure.
  • Page 324 STARTING AND OPERATING 323 • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is WARNING! required when towing a trailer with electronically • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic hydraulic brake lines.

  • Page 325: Towing Tips

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

  • Page 326: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 325 • Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to RECREATIONAL TOWING maximize fuel efficiency. (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Cooling System Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- Recreational towing is not allowed.
  • Page 328 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....328 Jump-Starting ......337 ▫...

  • Page 329: Hazard Warning Flashers

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

  • Page 330: What To Do In Emergencies 329

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 329 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down WARNING! an impending overheat condition: You or others can be badly burned by hot engine • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.

  • Page 331: Jacking And Tire Changing

    330 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The vehicle speed is reduced to a maximum of WARNING! (Continued) 53 mph (85 km/h). You may of course, reduce your • Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is vehicle speed further if needed. on a jack.

  • Page 332: Preparations For Jacking

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 331 Spare Tire Removal Preparations For Jacking Lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down. 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.

  • Page 333: Jacking Instructions

    332 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Block both the front and rear of the Jacking Instructions wheel diagonally opposite the jacking WARNING! position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help wheel.
  • Page 334 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 333 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 335 334 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning with two attachment points. When the jack is partially them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the expanded, the tension between the two attachment ground.
  • Page 336 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 335 Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location 4. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed.
  • Page 337 336 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! CAUTION! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the hurt someone near it.

  • Page 338: Jump-Starting

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 337 torque is 100 ft lbs (135 N·m). If you doubt that you have WARNING! tightened the nuts correctly, have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard station.

  • Page 339: Preparations For Jump-Start

    338 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
  • Page 340 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 339 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive WARNING! (+) battery post. To remove the cover, press the locking • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- tab and pull upward on the cover. ever the hood is raised.

  • Page 341: Jump-Starting Procedure

    340 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the WARNING! remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper could establish a ground connection and personal cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
  • Page 342 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 341 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster 10. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote posi- battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start tive (+) battery post of the discharged vehicle. the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.

  • Page 343: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

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

  • Page 344: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 343 2. Remove the cupholder liner. WARNING! 3. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position without Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- starting the engine. ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or 4.

  • Page 345: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    344 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground ALL MODELS Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable: • Trans in NEUTRAL • 25 mph (40 km/h)max speed Rear Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow •...
  • Page 346 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 345 If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- CAUTION! sion is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. four wheels on the ground) under the following condi- tions: Damage to the fascia will occur.

  • Page 347: Without The Ignition Key

    346 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES the ground) is not allowed, as transmission damage will CAUTION! occur. If rear towing is the only alternative, the front wheels must be placed on a towing dolly. Proper towing Towing faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than equipment is necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... . . 349 Maintenance Procedures ....354 ▫...
  • Page 349 348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Adding Washer Fluid ....365 Bulb Replacement ..... 390 ▫...

  • Page 350: Engine Compartment - 2.4L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 9 — Coolant Pressure Cap 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 —...

  • Page 351: Engine Compartment - 3.6L

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

  • Page 352: Maintaining Your Vehicle 351

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.

  • Page 353: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

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

  • Page 354: Replacement Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system to update. A recheck with the above test routine happen: may then indicate that the system is now ready. a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal...

  • Page 355: Dealer Service

    Only do service work for which you mance. Immediately have potential malfunctions have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If examined by an authorized Chrysler Group LLC you have any doubt about your ability to perform a dealership or qualified repair center.

  • Page 356: Engine Oil

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level CAUTION! (Continued) before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will that protect the performance and durability of give you an incorrect reading.
  • Page 357 Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine mends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. pressure and an increase in oil temperature. This could damage your engine.
  • Page 358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi- CAUTION! fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- ber should not be used. Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine.

  • Page 359: Engine Oil Filter

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

  • Page 360: Engine Air Cleaner Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters WARNING! varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can cleaner filters are high quality and are recommended.
  • Page 361 360 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 362: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.

  • Page 363: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped

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

  • Page 364: Body Lubrication

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 CAUTION! The A/C Air Filter is labeled with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure to install the filter properly will result in the need to replace it more often. 8. Reinstall the glove box door dampener and glove box. Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,...

  • Page 365: Windshield Wiper Blades

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

  • Page 366: Adding Washer Fluid

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 Adding Washer Fluid Exhaust System The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers is located The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into in the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust level in the reservoir at regular intervals.
  • Page 367 366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con- and can eventually poison you.
  • Page 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 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 369: Cooling System

    368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- WARNING! freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently •...
  • Page 370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 Selection Of Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Use only the manufacturer’s recommended coolant. Re- • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main- coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi- taining Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 371 370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE replacement. To prevent reducing this extended mainte- (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water nance period, it is important that you use the same will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your engine cooling system.
  • Page 372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
  • Page 373 372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is If an examination of your engine compartment shows no no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool- safely driven.

  • Page 374: Brake System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery WARNING! bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is possibly a collision.
  • Page 375 374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing WARNING! the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid level up • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake to the requirements described on the brake fluid reser- voir.

  • Page 376: Automatic Transmission

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could has been in a tightly closed container.
  • Page 377 376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection of Lubricant Special Additives It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- product and its performance may be impaired by supple- mance.
  • Page 378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 Fluid Level Check – 2.4L Engine driven at least 15 miles (24 km). Hot fluid cannot be held Use the following procedure to check the automatic comfortably between the fingertips. Cold fluid is at a transmission fluid level properly: temperature below 80°F (27°...

  • Page 379: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check – 3.6L Engine CAUTION! The automatic transmission has no dipstick and is dealer • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- serviced only. facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- Transmission Fluid and Filter Changes ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
  • Page 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will Washing have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under- • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- body protection. hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or equiva- The following maintenance recommendations will enable lent, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion...
  • Page 381 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will •...
  • Page 382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To chrome-plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
  • Page 383 382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For grease stains, apply MOPAR Multi-Purpose if absolutely necessary. Do not use harsh cleaners or Cleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and Armor All . Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove clean vinyl upholstery.
  • Page 384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses WARNING! The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.

  • Page 385: Cleaning Center Console Cupholders

    384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the FUSES buckles do not work properly. Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) The TIPM is located in the engine compartment near the Cleaning Center Console Cupholders air cleaner assembly.
  • Page 386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 Cartridge Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Description Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Power Top Mod- 30 Amp Ignition Off Draw — — Green ule – If Equipped Green (IOD) Sense 2 20 Amp Battery Feed – —...
  • Page 387 386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Description Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse 10 Amp 15 Amp Lt. — Instrument Panel — Radio Blue 40 Amp Radiator Fan 10 Amp Siren – If — — Green Relay Equipped Cigar Lighter/ Ignition Run –...
  • Page 388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 Cartridge Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Description Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse Ignition Run – Oc- 10 Amp Headlamp Washer — cupant Classifica- – If Equipped 10 Amp tion Module 30 Amp Auto Shutdown — — (OCM)/Occupant Pink (ASD) Relay 1...
  • Page 389 388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge CAUTION! Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse • When installing the Totally Integrated Power Anti-Lock Brakes Module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is (ABS) Module – If properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to Equipped/ 40 Amp —...

  • Page 390: Vehicle Storage

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you will not be using your vehicle for more than All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base. 21 days, you may want to take steps to preserve your Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not battery.

  • Page 391: Bulb Replacement

    390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the air cleaner LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb No. filter housing and position the totally integrated power Bi-Halogen Headlamp ....HR2 module aside prior to replacing the low beam headlamp Front Turn Signal Lamp .

  • Page 392: Front Turn Signal

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 391 6. Reinsert the bulb and socket assembly and rotate 1. Rotate the bulb’s electrical connector one-quarter turn clockwise one-quarter turn to secure. counterclockwise and remove it from the fog lamp hous- ing. Front Turn Signal 2. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install 1.

  • Page 393: Backup Lamps

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

  • Page 394: License Plate Lamp

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 License Plate Lamp 2. Pull bulb from socket, replace, and reinstall the lamp assembly into place ensuring the locking tab is secure. 1. Using a small screwdriver, press inward the locking tab on the side of the lamp assembly and pull down on the lamp assembly for removal.

  • Page 395: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts

    Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Engine Oil – 2.4L Engine Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil, meeting Chrysler Material Stan- Engine Oil –...

  • Page 396: Chassis

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed Automatic Transmission ATF+4 product. MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not Brake Master Cylinder available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.

  • Page 398: Maintenance Schedules

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule ....398 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..400...
  • Page 399 398 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles “Change Oil” will flash The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime manual must be done at the times or mileages specified will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary. to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best Based on engine operation conditions the oil change vehicle performance and reliability.
  • Page 400 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 399 NOTE: referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In- if it has been 6 months since your last oil change even strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom- if the oil change indicator message is NOT illumi-...
  • Page 401 400 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals CAUTION! as required.
  • Page 402 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...

  • Page 403: Service Schedule

    ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for ❏ Inspect exhaust system. damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 404 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 405 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 406 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 407 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 408 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for not done at 60 months. damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 409 ❏ Replace the accessory drive belt(s). Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 410 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 411 ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 152,000 miles (247 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
  • Page 412 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 411 † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
  • Page 414 Reporting Safety Defects ....418 ▫ Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center ..416 ▫ In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
  • Page 415 414 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 421 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......421 ▫...

  • Page 416: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 415 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...

  • Page 417: 416 If You Need Consumer Assistance

    416 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (800) 247–9753...

  • Page 418: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 417 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.

  • Page 419: Warranty Information

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

  • Page 420: In Canada

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 419 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
  • Page 421 Chrysler Group LLC ve- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group hicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency LLC vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the...

  • Page 422: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 421 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

  • Page 423: Temperature Grades

    422 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.

  • Page 424: Index

    INDEX...
  • Page 425 424 INDEX About Your Brakes ..... . . 261 Airbag, Side ......59,63,66 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
  • Page 426 INDEX 425 Automatic Transaxle ....12,244,248,375 Belts, Seat ......84 Adding Fluid .
  • Page 427 426 INDEX Caps, Filler Clean Air Gasoline ..... . . 302 Fuel ....... 310 Cleaning Oil (Engine) .
  • Page 428 INDEX 427 Coolant Capacity ..... . 393 Deck Lid, Power Release ....38 Coolant Level .
  • Page 429 428 INDEX Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Break-In Recommendations ....82 Standing Water ......257 Checking Oil Level .
  • Page 430 INDEX 429 Starting ......244 Engine Oil Disposal ....358 Temperature Gauge .
  • Page 431 430 INDEX Cooling System ..... . . 368 Materials Added ..... . . 304 Engine Oil .
  • Page 432 INDEX 431 Gear Ranges ......250 High Beam ......113,163 Gear Select Lever Override .
  • Page 433 432 INDEX Illuminated Entry ......20 Key-In Reminder ......14 Immobilizer (Sentry Key) .
  • Page 434 INDEX 433 Light Bulbs ......86,389 License ......393 Lights .
  • Page 435 434 INDEX Locks Mini-Trip Computer ....164,171 Auto Unlock ......32 Mirrors .
  • Page 436 INDEX 435 Oil Change Indicator ....156,170 Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ... 124 Oil Change Indicator, Reset .
  • Page 437 436 INDEX Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ..134 Rear Window Defroster ....142 Seats .
  • Page 438 INDEX 437 Replacement Tires ..... . . 290 Adjustable Shoulder Belt ....47 Reporting Safety Defects .
  • Page 439 438 INDEX Rear Folding ..... . . 107,108 Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ....256 Reclining .
  • Page 440 INDEX 439 Storage ......139,389 Tire Markings ......273 Storage, Vehicle .
  • Page 441 440 INDEX Rotation ......292 Trailer Towing Guide ..... 318 Safety .
  • Page 442 INDEX 441 Trip Computer ......164 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ... . 6 Trip Odometer .
  • Page 443 442 INDEX Wind Buffeting ..... . . 37,133 Fluid ....... 365 Window Fogging .
  • Page 444 With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and features and equipment that are either standard or op- the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution tional on this vehicle.
  • Page 445 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
  • Page 446 Chrysler Group LLC 11C41-126-AB Printed in U.S.A. Second Edition...

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