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

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Warnings And Cautions ....10 Rollover Warning .
  • Page 6: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION handles on different road surfaces. Your driving skills Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group will improve with experience. When driving off-road or LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision working the vehicle, don’t overload the vehicle or expect workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all the vehicle to overcome the natural laws of physics.
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5 NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc- ing and remain with the vehicle when sold. When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about your satisfaction.
  • Page 8: Rollover Warning

    6 INTRODUCTION ROLLOVER WARNING Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than many passenger cars. It is capable of performing better in a wide variety of off-road applications.
  • Page 9 INTRODUCTION 7 Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts pro- vided is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S. government notes that the universal use of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two million annually.
  • Page 10: How To Use This Manual

    8 INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment. The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects.
  • Page 11 INTRODUCTION 9...
  • Page 12: Warnings And Cautions

    10 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 13: Vehicle Identification Number

    INTRODUCTION 11 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on a plate located on the left front corner of the instrument panel pad, visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield and is stamped into the right front body, behind the right front seat.
  • Page 14 12 INTRODUCTION Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
  • Page 15: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

    INTRODUCTION 13 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 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....18 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..25 ▫...
  • Page 18 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ....31 ▫ Power Windows ..... . 49 ▫...
  • Page 19 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ....69 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ....88 ▫...
  • Page 20: A Word About Your Keys

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ignition switch.
  • Page 21: Key Fob

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion.
  • Page 22: Removing Key Fob From Ignition

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Removing Key Fob From Ignition at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob to the then pull the key out with your other hand.
  • Page 23 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • The power window switches, radio, power sunroof (if CAUTION! (Continued) equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up • Leave the Key Fob in the ignition and either: to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the •...
  • Page 24: Key-In-Ignition Reminder

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key-In-Ignition Reminder WARNING! (Continued) Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or sounds a signal to remind you to remove the Key Fob.
  • Page 25: Sentry Key

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 SENTRY KEY the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthor- Key Fob to start the engine. Either of these conditions will ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The result in the engine being shut off after two seconds.
  • Page 26: Replacement Keys

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Replacement Keys Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho- rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the is one that has never been programmed.
  • Page 27: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED Rearming The System This Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors, If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to liftgate, liftgate flipper glass, and ignition for unauthor- disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the ized operation.
  • Page 28: To Disarm The System

    26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the To Disarm The System vehicle: The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of the following methods: • Press LOCK on the interior power door lock switch •...
  • Page 29: Tamper Alert

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 NOTE: you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle • The driver’s door key cylinder and the liftgate button and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, on the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
  • Page 30: Illuminated Entry

    28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ILLUMINATED ENTRY NOTE: • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the tesy lights will turn on if the dimmer control is in the doors or open any door.
  • Page 31: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate, or activate the panic alarm, from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held Key Fob with RKE transmitter.
  • Page 32: To Lock The Doors

    30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” under “Things To Know Illuminated Approach Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter. Remote Unlock Sequence The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles This feature lets you program the system to unlock either...
  • Page 33: Using The Panic Alarm

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock NOTE: The interior lights will turn off if you turn the This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors ignition switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while are locked with the RKE transmitter or the Passive Entry the Panic Alarm is activated.
  • Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade latch at the top of the RKE transmitter sideways with screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of your thumb and then pull the key out with your other the RKE transmitter apart.
  • Page 35: General Information

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 4. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves together. General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: •...
  • Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions: 1. A weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three years. 2.
  • Page 37: Remote Starting System - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 • Hood closed REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry • Liftgate/Flipper Glass closed (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- • Hazard switch off niently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security.
  • Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar WARNING! • Remote Start Aborted — Liftgate Ajar • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low confined area.
  • Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 NOTE: To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The • If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the Vehicle vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds. Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle.
  • Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped • For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter- When remote start is activated, the heated steering N-Go feature, the ignition switch must be in the wheel, and driver heated seat features will automatically ON/RUN position in order to drive the vehicle.
  • Page 41: Door Locks

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks The power door locks can be manually locked from inside the vehicle by using the door lock knob. To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward.
  • Page 42: Power Door Locks

    40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks WARNING! (Continued) The power door lock switch is located on each front door • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key panel. Press the switch to lock or unlock the doors. fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
  • Page 43: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 If you press the door lock switch while the Key Fob is in Automatic Unlock On Exit Feature — If Equipped the ignition switch and the driver’s door is open, the If Auto Unlock is enabled, this feature will unlock all the doors will not lock.
  • Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Engage Or Disengage The Child-Protection Door Lock System 1. Open the rear door. 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key into the lock and rotate to the LOCK or UNLOCK position. 3.
  • Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged (locked). NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock knob up (unlocked position), roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle.
  • Page 46: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and a sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- feature of Keyless Enter-N-Go™.
  • Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Under- standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. To Unlock From The Passenger Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automati- cally.
  • Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE To Enter The Liftgate Transmitter In Vehicle With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the button on the right side of Passive Entry RKE transmitter inside your vehicle, the the chrome accent bar, which is located on the liftgate...
  • Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors in EVIC, all doors will unlock when you push the button The front door handles have LOCK buttons located on on the liftgate.
  • Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handle, press the door handle LOCK button to lock all four doors and liftgate. NOTE: •...
  • Page 51: Windows

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 WINDOWS Power Windows The power window controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the front passenger door/rear doors which operates the front passenger/rear passenger door windows. The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACCESSORY position.
  • Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto-Down To stop the window from going all the way up during the Both the driver and front passenger window switches Auto Up operation, push down on the switch briefly. have an “Auto-Down” feature. Press the window switch To close the window part way, lift the window switch to past the first detent, release, and the window will go the first detent and release when you want the window to...
  • Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Resetting The Auto Up Feature Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window probably needs to be reset. To reset Auto Up: 1. Pull the window switch up to close the window completely and continue to hold the switch up for an additional two seconds after the window is closed.
  • Page 54: Wind Buffeting

    52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions.
  • Page 55: Liftgate

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 LIFTGATE WARNING! To open the liftgate, pull up on the handle and lift. Manually unlocking the vehicle doors with the plunger Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous or a key in the lock cylinder will not unlock the liftgate. exhaust gases into your vehicle.
  • Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Also, the power liftgate may be closed by pressing the NOTE: In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate switch located on the left rear trim, near the liftgate, an emergency liftgate latch release can be used to liftgate opening.
  • Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 • If the liftgate handle is pulled while the power liftgate NOTE: • If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is is opening, the liftgate motor will disengage to allow closing or opening, the liftgate will automatically manual operation.
  • Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If your liftgate is power closing and you put the Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. vehicle in gear, the liftgate will continue to power However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera- close.
  • Page 59: Occupant Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 • An energy-absorbing steering column and steering OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your wheel vehicle are the restraint systems: • Knee bolsters for front seat occupants • Three-point lap and shoulder belts for the driver and •...
  • Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized WARNING! seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold Infants in rear facing child restraints should never infant and child restraint systems.
  • Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child 5. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint.
  • Page 62: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even WARNING! (Continued) on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument and cause a collision that includes you.
  • Page 63: Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in belts are designed to go around the large bones of these areas are more likely to be seriously injured your body.
  • Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
  • Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the not protect you properly.
  • Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up a comfortable and not resting on your neck.
  • Page 67: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to shoulder belt.
  • Page 68: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage

    66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will In the front seating positions, the shoulder belt can be prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away you will prefer a higher position.
  • Page 69: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions If the passenger seating position is equipped with an The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are ALR and is being used for normal usage: equipped with Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably which are used to secure a child restraint system.
  • Page 70: Energy Management Feature

    68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE position that has a belt with this feature. Children WARNING! 12 years old and under should always be properly • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced restrained in the rear seat. if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt func-...
  • Page 71: Seat Belt Pretensioners

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat WARNING! belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced worn snugly and positioned properly. if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt func-...
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines whether the severity, or type of rear impact will require the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy. If a rear impact requires deployment, both the driver and front passenger seat AHRs will be deployed.
  • Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 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 a collision.
  • Page 74 72 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 75: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert ) BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger BeltAlert ) to fasten their seat belts. The feature is active whenever the ignition is on.
  • Page 76: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph Seat Belts And Pregnant Women (8 km/h), BeltAlert will provide both audio and visual We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts notification.
  • Page 77: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions.
  • Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat- design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) to provide enhanced inflation based on several factors, including the severity protection for an occupant during a side impact.
  • Page 79: Advanced Front Air Bag Features

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 • Instrument Panel Advanced Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • Knee Impact Bolster driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides • Driver Advanced Front Air Bag output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), •...
  • Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) WARNING! Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may • No objects should be placed over or near the air bag provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact.
  • Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only.
  • Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, WARNING! (Continued) but they will open during air bag deployment. • Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects •...
  • Page 83: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Knee Impact Bolsters ORC deploys the Advanced Front Air Bags, SABIC air The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the bags, Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags, and driver and the front passenger, and position front occu- front seat belt pretensioners, as required, depending on pants for the best interaction with the Advanced Front several factors, including the severity and type of impact.
  • Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The side air bags will not deploy in all side collisions. The ORC contains a backup power supply system that Side air bag deployment will depend on the severity and may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or type of collision.
  • Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 are possible, based on the collision type and severity. The WARNING! steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- the air bags inflate to their full size.
  • Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Based on several factors, including the severity and type A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the of collision, the side air bag inflator on the crash side of SABIC. The inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the vehicle may be triggered, releasing a quantity of the headliner out of the way and covers the window.
  • Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as Front And Side Impact Sensors In front and side impacts, front and side impact sensors the battery has power or until the ignition key is can aid the ORC in determining the appropriate response removed.
  • Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation or all of the following may occur: continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in- •...
  • Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or • Modifications to any part of the air bag system may not function properly if modifications are could cause it to fail when you need it.
  • Page 90: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine You will want to have the air bags ready to related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint inflate for your protection in a collision. The Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.
  • Page 91: Child Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, were buckled/fastened; such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- ment, can read the information if they have access to the •...
  • Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seat Owner’s Manual to ensure you have the right seat facing child safety seat. Two types of child restraints can for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your be used rearward-facing: infant carriers and convertible child.
  • Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child WARNING! restraint: • Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in • Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety air bag.
  • Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle. Then, NOTE: For additional information, refer to pull the shoulder belt until it is fully extended from the www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK. Cana- retractor.
  • Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or All children whose weight or height is above the forward-facing limit for the child seat should use a slouching can move the belt out of position. belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle’s seat belts •...
  • Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE also have features for installation using the vehicle’s seat webbing-mounted lower attachments and child seats belts. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for with fixed lower attachments. The rear seat lower an- connection to the top tether anchorages have been avail- chors can be are just visible when you lean into the rear able for some time.
  • Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here. Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that were provided with the child restraint system.
  • Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Latch Anchorages (Captain’s Chair) Pulling Down The Carpet Floor Panel To Access Top Tether Strap In addition, there are top tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. To access the top tether strap anchorages behind the rear seat, pull the carpeted floor panel away from the seat back, this will expose the top tether strap anchorages.
  • Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Top Tether Strap Anchorage (Located on Seatback) Top Tether Strap Mounting (60/40 Seat)
  • Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a...
  • Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 gap panel. They are not visible until you fold the gap Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat panel down. Do not use the cargo tie down hooks Belts located on the floor behind the seat. Finally, tighten all The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and equipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor to secure...
  • Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing a Child Restraint with an ALR: Driver Center Passenger CRS Lock CRS Lock CRS Lock 1. To install a child restraint with ALR, first, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to route it First Row through the belt path of the child restraint.
  • Page 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 In the rear center seat, you may have trouble tightening tether first lower the arm rest. The tether is located the lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the behind the armrest and hooked onto the plastic seat buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening backing.
  • Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Pull down on the tether to unhook it from the plastic seat seating positions, route the tether under the head re- straints, and attach the hook to the top tether anchor backing, then raise the armrest and attach the tether hook to the strap located on the front of the arm rest.
  • Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 Top Tether Strap Anchorage (Located on Seatback) Top Tether Strap Mounting (60/40 Seat)
  • Page 106 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly be- hind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.
  • Page 107 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 Top Tether Strap Attachment Transporting Pets For the center seating position route the tether strap over Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. the seatback and headrest then attach the hook to the top An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly tether anchorage located on the back of the seat behind injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in...
  • Page 108: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
  • Page 109: Safety Tips

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 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 even- tually poison you.
  • Page 110: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

    108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised WARNING! (Continued) for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Vehicle...
  • Page 111 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes WARNING! on while driving, have the system checked by an autho- rized dealer. Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- Defroster sonal injury.
  • Page 112: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside WARNING! (Continued) The Vehicle • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Al- Tires ways properly reinstall and secure floor mats that Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear have been removed for cleaning.
  • Page 113 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and corrected immediately.
  • Page 115: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With Mirrors ......120 Memory Seat Only) —...
  • Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Phone Call Features ....143 ▫ Power Lumbar — If Equipped ... 173 ▫...
  • Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 ▫ Setting Memory Positions And Linking ▫ Headlight Delay ..... 203 Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To ▫...
  • Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ High/Low Beam Switch ....209 ▫ To Set A Desired Speed ....222 ▫...
  • Page 119: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 ▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ....232 ▫ Service The Parksense Rear Park Assist System ......257 ▫...
  • Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode ..277 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ..267 ▫ Before You Begin Programming HomeLink ▫...
  • Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ▫ Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped 298 Storage ......290 ▫...
  • Page 122: Mirrors

    120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward the windshield).
  • Page 123: Outside Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 in the button will illuminate to indicate when the dim- CAUTION! ming feature is activated. The mirror is twisted on the windshield button counterclockwise and requires no To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never tools for mounting.
  • Page 124: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature

    122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrors — If WARNING! Equipped The drivers outside mirror will automatically adjust for Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side glare from vehicles behind you. This feature is controlled convex mirror will look smaller and farther away by the inside automatic dimming mirror and can be than they really are.
  • Page 125: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster. Refer to “Rear Window Features” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for fur- ther information.
  • Page 126: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors

    124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature is not en- abled when delivered from the factory. The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature can be enabled or disabled in the Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Customer- Programmable Features”...
  • Page 127: Blind Spot Monitoring - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 BLIND SPOT MONITORING — IF EQUIPPED When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- be momentarily illuminated in both outside rear view based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to mirrors to let the driver know that the system is opera- detect highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks,...
  • Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • The BSM system does NOT alert the driver about rapidly approaching vehicles that are outside the detection zones. • The BSM system detection zone DOES NOT change if your vehicle is towing a trailer. Therefore, visually verify the adjacent lane is clear for both your vehicle and trailer before making a lane change.
  • Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Entering From The Side Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side of the vehicle. BSM Warning Light The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three different entry points (Side, Rear, Front) while driving to see if an alert is necessary.
  • Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entering From The Rear Overtaking Traffic Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative of less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
  • Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Overtaking/Approaching Overtaking/Passing...
  • Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in berms, etc.
  • Page 133: Rear Cross Path

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 WARNING! The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones. The BSM system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicles mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
  • Page 134: Modes Of Operation

    132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can Modes Of Operation be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the Three selectable modes of operation are available in the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
  • Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 turn signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an Blind Spot Alert Off alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime When the BSM system is turned off there will be no will also be sounded.
  • Page 136: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped

    For Uconnect™ customer support, visit the following long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to websites: the vehicle’s Uconnect™ Phone. The Uconnect™ Phone • www.chrysler.com/uconnect allows up to seven mobile phones to be linked to the • www.dodge.com/uconnect...
  • Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 system. Only one linked (or paired) mobile phone can be Voice Command Button used with the system at a time. The system is available in Actual button location may vary with the ra- English, Spanish, or French languages.
  • Page 138: Operation

    136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Operation example, you can use the compound form voice Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ command “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone the compound form command into two voice com- menu structure.
  • Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 • When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Device” Cancel Command At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and and follow the audible prompts. you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a •...
  • Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the Call By Saying A Name vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three • Press the button to begin. and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the •...
  • Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Add Names To Your Uconnect™ Phonebook After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect™ Phonebook is phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the recommended when the vehicle is not in motion.
  • Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Only the phonebook of the currently connected mobile phonebook. Specific Bluetooth Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature. See Uconnect™ phone is accessible. website for supported phones. • Only the mobile phone’s phonebook is downloaded. •...
  • Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 • Press the button to begin. mobile and a home number, but you can add “John Doe’s” work number later using the “Phonebook Edit • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say Entry”...
  • Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect™ Phone will ask you to verify that you from the list, press the button while the Uconnect™ Phone is playing the desired entry and say wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook. “Delete”.
  • Page 145: Phone Call Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 • To call one of the names in the list, press the Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — No Call button during the playing of the desired name, and Currently In Progress say “Call”.
  • Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In indicating that the active and hold status of the two calls Progress have switched. Only one call can be placed on hold at a To make a second call while you are currently on a call, time.
  • Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Call Termination Call Continuation To end a call in progress, momentarily press the Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if Uconnect™...
  • Page 148: Uconnect™ Phone Features

    146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Phone Features Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is Language Selection reachable: To change the language that the Uconnect™ Phone is • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency using: number for your area.
  • Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may not Towing Assistance be applicable with the available mobile service and area. If you need towing assistance: • If supported, this number may be programmable on •...
  • Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Paging When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that To learn how to page, refer to “Working with Automated normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence Systems”. Paging works properly except for pagers of on your mobile phone keypad, you can press the certain companies, which time out a little too soon to button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed...
  • Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 The Uconnect™ Phone will then send the corresponding Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system tones over the phone. from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect™ Phone will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).
  • Page 152: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF) You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone When you mute the Uconnect™ Phone, you will still be keypad and still use the Uconnect™ Phone (while dialing able to hear the conversation coming from the other via the mobile phone keypad, the user must exercise party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
  • Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 • When prompted, say “List Phones”. from your Uconnect™ Phone paired mobile phone to the Uconnect™ Phone or vice versa, press the button • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone names of and say “Transfer Call”.
  • Page 154: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone

    152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The selected phone will be used for the next phone Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ call. If the selected phone is not available, the Phone Uconnect™ Phone will return to using the highest Uconnect™...
  • Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 You can either press the Uconnect™ Phone button to Voice Command restore the factory setting or repeat the words and • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to phrases when prompted by the Uconnect™ Phone. For provide at least ⁄...
  • Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • fully closed windows, • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • dry weather condition. • You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). •...
  • Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 • fully closed windows, Uconnect™ Phone can read or send new messages on • dry weather conditions, and your phone. • operation from the driver’s seat. Read Messages: • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness If you receive a new text message while your phone is to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and connected to Uconnect™...
  • Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages: 3. Where are you? You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send 4. I need more direction. a new message: 5. L O L • Press the button. 6. Why •...
  • Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 16. Can this wait? Bluetooth Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the 17. Bye for now Uconnect™ Phone. When this happens, the connection 18. When can we meet can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off/on.
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  • Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
  • Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
  • Page 166: General Information

    164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 167: Voice Command - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED When you press the Voice Command button, you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to give a Voice Command System Operation command. This Voice Command system allows you to control your AM, FM radio, satellite radio, disc NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few player, and a memo recorder.
  • Page 168: Commands

    166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE These commands are universal and can be used from any Changing the Volume menu. All other commands can be used depending upon 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command the active application. button.
  • Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 • “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) • “Previous Station” (to select the previous station) • “Setup” (to switch to system setup) • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) Radio AM •...
  • Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Disc − “Continue” (to continue recording) To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you − “Delete” (to delete the recording) may say the following commands: • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) •...
  • Page 171: Voice Training

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Setup NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the Voice To switch to system setup, you may say on of the Command button first and wait for the beep before following: speaking the “Barge In”...
  • Page 172: Seats

    170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS are located on the outboard side of the seat. There are two Seats are part of the Occupant Restraint System of the switches that control the movement of the seat cushion vehicle. and the seatback.
  • Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 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 174: Passenger's Power Seat - If Equipped

    172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward WARNING! (Continued) The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will shoulder belt is no longer resting against your move in the direction of the switch.
  • Page 175: Power Lumbar - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 WARNING! CAUTION! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Do not place any article under a power seat or Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to control which could cause a collision and serious the seat controls.
  • Page 176: Manual Front Passenger Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment

    174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Lumbar Switch Adjustment Bar Manual Front Passenger Seat Forward/Rearward While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar located under Adjustment the seat cushion and move the seat forward or rearward. Some models may be equipped with a manual front Release the bar once you have reached the desired passenger seat.
  • Page 177: Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment - Recline

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
  • Page 178: Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature - If Equipped

    176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature — If Heated Seats — If Equipped Equipped On some models, the front and rear seats may be To fold the seatback to the flat load-floor position, lift the equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and recline lever and push the seatback forward.
  • Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start Press the switch once to select HIGH-level On models that are equipped with remote start, the heating. Press the switch a second time to select driver’s heated seat can be programmed to come on LOW-level heating.
  • Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Heated Seats You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of On some models, the two outboard seats are equipped heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for with heated seats.
  • Page 181: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Ventilated Seats — If Equipped The ventilated seat switches are used On some models, both the driver and passenger seats are to control the speed of the fans located ventilated. Located in the seat cushion and seatback are in the seat.
  • Page 182: Head Restraints

    180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Head Restraints Active Head Restraints — Front Seats Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- by restricting head movement in the event of a rear- nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily impact.
  • Page 183 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 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 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players.
  • Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 The center head restraint has limited adjustment. Lift WARNING! (Continued) upward on the head restraint to raise it, or push down- • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they ward on the head restraint to lower it. are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose cargo.
  • Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the power folding switch located WARNING! on the instrument panel to fold the head restraints. Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered position could result in serious injury or death in a collision.
  • Page 187: 60/40 Split Rear Seat - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 60/40 Split Rear Seat — If Equipped Fold-Flat The second row seats can be folded flat to carry cargo. Pull upward on the release lever located on the outboard side of the seat. Fold-Flat Second Row Seat Release Lever...
  • Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Easy Access For Third Row 2. Tumble the seat forward using the pull strap located Either side of the rear seat can be tumbled forward to behind the seatback. allow passengers to easily access the third row seats. 1.
  • Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 WARNING! Do not drive the vehicle with the second row seats in the tumbled position. The second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third row seat. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury.
  • Page 190: Rear Captain Chairs - If Equipped

    188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Captain Chairs — If Equipped Fold-Flat The second row seats can be folded flat to carry cargo. Pull upward on the release lever located on the outboard side of the seat. Fold-Flat Second Row Seats Release Lever...
  • Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 Easy Access For Third Row 2. Tumble the seat forward using the pull strap located Either captains chair can be tumbled forward to allow behind the seatback. passengers to easily access the third row seats. 1.
  • Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not drive the vehicle with the second row seats in the tumbled position. The second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third row seat. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury.
  • Page 193: Folding Third Row

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 To Raise Rear Seat Tumbled the seat rearward and lock it into place. WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers.
  • Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
  • Page 195: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED Once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seat, driver’s outside mirror, adjustable steering wheel posi- tion (if equipped), and the radio station preset settings.
  • Page 196: Setting Memory Positions And Linking Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory

    194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Setting Memory Positions And Linking Remote 4. Adjust the power steering column tilt and telescoping Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory position (if equipped) to the desired positions. NOTE: Each time the S (SET) button and a numbered 5.
  • Page 197: Memory Position Recall

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 10. Insert the ignition key, and turn the ignition switch to To recall the memory settings for driver one, press the ON/RUN position. MEMORY button number 1 on the driver’s door, or the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter linked to 11.
  • Page 198: To Disable A Rke Transmitter Linked To Memory

    196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Disable A RKE Transmitter Linked To Memory NOTE: Once programmed, all RKE transmitters linked to memory can be easily enabled or disabled at one time. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, and Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ remove the key.
  • Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 • The seat will move to the position located 0.3 in Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy (8 mm) forward of the rear stop if the starting position Entry/Exit position. is between 0.9 to 2.67 in (23 to 68 mm) forward of the NOTE: The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled rear stop when the key is removed from the ignition...
  • Page 200: To Open And Close The Hood

    198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Reach under the hood from outside the vehicle, move To open the hood, two latches must be released. the safety latch to the left and lift the hood. 1.
  • Page 201 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 CAUTION! WARNING! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your close it. Use a firm downward push at the center of vehicle.
  • Page 202: Lights

    200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel, next to the steering wheel. The head- light switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, cargo lights and fog lights (if equipped).
  • Page 203: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 NOTE: Automatic Headlights — If Equipped • Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and This system automatically turns the headlights on or off fog light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less according to ambient light levels.
  • Page 204: Smartbeam™ - If Equipped

    202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable inside rearview mirror. This camera detects vehicle spe- Features” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for cific light and automatically switches from high beams to further information. low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view. If your vehicle is equipped with a “Rain Sensitive Wiper NOTE: If the windshield or SmartBeam™...
  • Page 205: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 NOTE: This system will not activate until the vehicle is Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped at or above 20 mph (32 km/h). The Daytime Running Lights (low intensity) come on whenever the engine is running, and the transmission is To Deactivate not in the PARK position.
  • Page 206: Parking Lights And Panel Lights

    204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles equipped with an Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features” in “Under- standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. Parking Lights And Panel Lights To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel lights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise.
  • Page 207: Interior Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 Interior Lights up until you hear a click. This feature is termed the Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front “Parade” mode and is useful when headlights are re- doors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotating quired during the day.
  • Page 208: Lights-On Reminder

    206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lights-On Reminder Front Map/Reading Lights If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on The front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound when head console.
  • Page 209: Courtesy Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 second time. The lights will also turn on when the Courtesy Lights UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) is The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top pressed. corner of the lens.
  • Page 210: Ambient Light

    208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ambient Light Multifunction Lever The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil- steering column. ity of the floor center console and PRNDL area.
  • Page 211: Turn Signals

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Turn Signals Flash-To-Pass Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
  • Page 212: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on the left side of the steering column. The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located on the end of the lever.
  • Page 213: Windshield Wiper Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 Windshield Wiper Operation CAUTION! Rotate the end of the lever to one of the first four detent positions for intermittent settings, the fifth detent for low Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents wiper operation and the sixth detent for high wiper the windshield wiper blades from returning to the operation.
  • Page 214: Windshield Washer Operation

    212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washer Operation To use the washer, push on the end of the lever (toward the steering wheel) and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pushed while in the intermittent setting, the wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the end of the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected.
  • Page 215: Mist

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 If the end of the lever is pushed while the wipers are in NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer the off position, the wipers will operate for several wipe pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the cycles, then turn off.
  • Page 216: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped

    214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped NOTE: • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the This feature senses moisture on the windshield and automatically activates the wipers for the driver. The wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position.
  • Page 217 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 The Rain Sensing system has protection features for the wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the following conditions: • Low Ambient Temperature — When the ignition is first turned ON, the Rain Sensing system will not operate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed is greater than 0 mph (0 km/h), or the outside tem- perature is greater than 32°F (0°C).
  • Page 218: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN WARNING! This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or Do not adjust the steering column while driving. shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping lever is Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- located below the steering wheel at the end of the ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause...
  • Page 219: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The power tilt/telescoping steering column lever is located below the multifunction lever on the steering column.
  • Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel to return the tilt/telescopic steering column to pre-programmed positions.
  • Page 221: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED Press the switch to turn on the heated The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps steering wheel. The light on the switch warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering will illuminate to indicate the steering wheel has only one temperature setting.
  • Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, ex- haustion, or other physical conditions must exer- cise care when using the steering wheel heater.
  • Page 223: Electronic Speed Control

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 20 mph (32 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel. 1 —...
  • Page 224: To Activate

    222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic To Set A Desired Speed Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle vehicle set speed. has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button and release.
  • Page 225: To Resume Speed

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 To Resume Speed decrease until the button is released. Release the button To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) when the desired speed is reached, and the new set speed button and release.
  • Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed Control. WARNING! Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control and have an accident.
  • Page 227: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF WARNING! EQUIPPED • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving convenience provided by cruise control while traveling system. It is not a substitute for active driving on highways and major roadways.
  • Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • The ACC system: You should switch off the ACC system: − Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming ve- • When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, hicles, and stationary objects (e.g., a stopped ve- sleet, heavy traffic, and complex driving situations hicle in a traffic jam or a disabled vehicle).
  • Page 229: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 The Cruise Control system has two control modes: Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation The speed control buttons (located on the right side of the • Adaptive Cruise Control mode for maintaining an steering wheel) operates the ACC system. appropriate distance between vehicles.
  • Page 230: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)

    228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Any chassis/suspension modifications to the NOTE: You cannot enable ACC under the following vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise conditions: Control. • When in Four-Wheel Drive Low. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) •...
  • Page 231: To Activate

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 To Activate WARNING! Push and release the ON/OFF button. The ACC menu in the EVIC displays “Adaptive Cruise Ready.” Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system on when not in use is dangerous. You could acciden- tally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
  • Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system will not be controlling the distance be- tween your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. The vehicle speed will only be determined by the position of the accelerator pedal. ACC Set Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 233: To Cancel

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 To Cancel The system will disable ACC without erasing the memory if: • You softly tap the brake pedal. • You depress the brake pedal. • You press the CANCEL switch. • An Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) event occurs. •...
  • Page 234: To Resume Speed

    232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Speed To Vary The Speed Setting Press the RES + button and release. Then remove your While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by foot from the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the pressing and holding the RES + button.
  • Page 235: Setting The Following Distance In Acc

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph Setting The Following Distance In ACC (1.6 km/h) decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of The specified following distance for ACC can be set by the button results in a decrease of 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
  • Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Distance Setting 2 Distance Setting 1...
  • Page 237 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 • The distance setting is changed. To change the distance setting, press the Distance button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on setting adjusts between long, medium, and short.
  • Page 238: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Menu

    236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The ACC Systems provides Overtake Aid when passing Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu on the left hand side only. When driving with ACC The EVIC displays the current ACC system settings. The engaged and following a Target vehicle, the system will EVIC is located in the upper part of the instrument provide an additional acceleration based on your current cluster between the speedometer and the tachometer.
  • Page 239 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 ACC SET The ACC screen will display once again if any ACC activity occurs, which may include any of the following: − When ACC is set, the set speed will display. • Set Speed Change The set speed will continue to display in place of the •...
  • Page 240: Display Warnings And Maintenance

    238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Display Warnings And Maintenance “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning The ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” warning will display when conditions temporarily limit system performance. This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, such as in snow or heavy rain.
  • Page 241 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should When the condition that deactivated the system is no examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of longer present, the system will return to the “Adaptive an obstruction.
  • Page 242: Precautions While Driving With Acc

    240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Although the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, ACC will be temporarily unavailable. If this occurs, try activating ACC again later, following a key cycle. If the problem persists, see your authorized dealer. Service ACC Warning If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ FCW Unavailable Service Radar Sensor”, it indicates...
  • Page 243 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 Adding A Trailer Hitch The weight of a trailer/hitch may affect the performance of ACC. If there is a noticeable change in performance following the installation of a trailer/hitch, or if the ACC performance does not return to normal after removing the trailer/hitch see your authorized dealer.
  • Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ACC may occasionally provide braking and/or a driver Using ACC On Hills alert that you consider unnecessary. This may be the When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in systems response to signs, guardrails, and other station- your lane.
  • Page 245 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 Lane Changing ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are traveling. In the illustration shown, ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes and it may not detect the vehicle until it’s too late for the ACC system to take action.
  • Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Narrow Vehicles Stationary Objects And Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they vehicles.
  • Page 247: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 General Information WARNING! FCC Requirements For Vehicular Radar Systems In the normal Cruise Control mode, the system will Classification Specifications: not react to vehicles ahead. In addition, the proximity 47 C.F.R. Part 15 warning does not activate and no alarm will sound 47 C.F.R Part 15.515 even if you are too close to the vehicle ahead since...
  • Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Vary The Speed Setting To Resume There are two ways to change the set speed: Press the RES + button and then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the last set •...
  • Page 249: Forward Collision Warning - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped When entering or driving in a curve, the FCW alerts may Forward Collision Warning (FCW) warns the driver of a be triggered on objects other than vehicles such as guard potential collision with the vehicle in front of you and rails or sign posts based on the course prediction.
  • Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Changing FCW Status • The minimum speed for FCW activation is 10 mph The FCW feature can be set to far, set to near or turned off (16 km/h). in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”...
  • Page 251 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 The default status of FCW is the “Far” setting, this allows Changing the FCW status to the “Near” setting, allows the system to warn you of a possible collision with the the system to warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you when you are farther away.
  • Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the system NOTE: In the “Off” setting FCW OFF will be displayed from warning you of a possible collision with the vehicle in the EVIC. in front of you. FCW Off Example Example Only...
  • Page 253 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 NOTE: Service FCW Warning • The system will retain the last setting selected by the If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC driver after ignition shut down. Unavailable Service Radar Sensor”, it indicates there is an internal system fault.
  • Page 254: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped

    252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF ParkSense Sensors EQUIPPED The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/ The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is and audible indications of the distance between the rear within the sensors’...
  • Page 255: Parksense Display

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 The ParkSense Warning Display is located in the Instru- ParkSense Display ment cluster’s EVIC display. It provides both visual and When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display audible warnings to indicate the distance between the will turn ON indicating the system status.
  • Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
  • Page 257 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 Fast Tone Continuous Tone...
  • Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than...
  • Page 259: Enabling And Disabling Parksense

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 Enabling And Disabling ParkSense The ParkSense switch LED will be ON when ParkSense can be enabled and disabled with a switch ParkSense is disabled or defective. The ParkSense located in the switch bank of the instrument panel or switch LED will be OFF when the system is enabled.
  • Page 260: Cleaning The Parksense System

    258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If “CLEAN PARK ASSIST SENSORS” appears in the ParkSense System Usage Precautions Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) make sure NOTE: the rear fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, mud, dirt or other obstruction and then cycle the ignition.
  • Page 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 • ParkSense , when on, will MUTE the radio when it is • On vehicles equipped with a tailgate, ParkSense sounding a tone. should be disabled when the tailgate is in the lowered or open position and the vehicle is in REVERSE.
  • Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist • Drivers must be careful when backing up even System, it is strongly recommended that the ball when using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist Sys- mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected tem.
  • Page 263: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE, the rear EQUIPPED camera mode is exited and the navigation or audio screen Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear appears again.
  • Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always be used as a parking aid. The ParkView camera is check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to unable to view every obstacle or object in your check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob-...
  • Page 265: Turning Parkview On Or Off - With Navigation/Multimedia Radio

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 Turning ParkView On Or Off — With Turning ParkView On Or Off — Without Navigation/Multimedia Radio Navigation/Multimedia Radio 1. Press the “menu” hard-key. 1. Press the “menu” hard-key. 2. Select “system setup” soft-key. 2.
  • Page 266: Overhead Console

    264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE Front Map/Reading Lights The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light and storage for sunglasses. Universal Garage Door can be turned on by pressing the switch on either side of Opener (HomeLink ), power liftgate and power sunroof the console.
  • Page 267: Courtesy Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE is pressed.
  • Page 268: Sunglass Bin Door

    266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunglass Bin Door At the front of the console a compartment is provided for the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The storage compart- ment access is a “push/push” design. Push the chrome pad on the door to open.
  • Page 269: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery.
  • Page 270: Before You Begin Programming Homelink

    268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink system.
  • Page 271: Programming A Rolling Code

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manu- factured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identified by the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener.
  • Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next button you want to program and the hand-held transmit- step after the LEARN button has been pressed. ter button.
  • Page 273: Programming A Non-Rolling Code

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button until 4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi- the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not cator light. The Homelink indicator will flash slowly release the button.
  • Page 274: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming

    272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to follow these steps: time-out in the same manner.
  • Page 275: Using Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 4. Watch for the HomeLink indicator to change flash Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button rates. When it changes, it is programmed. It may take up To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, to 30 seconds or longer in rare cases.
  • Page 276: Security

    274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Security Troubleshooting Tips It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here in your vehicle. are some of the most common solutions: •...
  • Page 277: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 General Information WARNING! This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry • Your motorized door or gate will open and close Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: while you are programming the universal trans- ceiver.
  • Page 278: Power Sunroof - If Equipped

    276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in visors on the overhead console. the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
  • Page 279: Opening Sunroof - Express

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 Opening Sunroof — Express Closing Sunroof — Express Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half Press the switch forward and release it within one-half second and the sunroof will open automatically from any second and the sunroof will close automatically from any position.
  • Page 280: Pinch Protect Feature

    278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protect Feature Sunshade Operation This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an ob- sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. struction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is sunroof will automatically retract.
  • Page 281: Sunroof Maintenance

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 Sunroof Maintenance For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power sunroof Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean switch will remain active for up to approximately ten the glass panel. minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position.
  • Page 282: Electrical Power Outlets

    280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS NOTE: • All accessories connected to the “battery” powered Your vehicle is equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlets that can be used to power cellular phones, small outlets should be removed or turned off when the electronics and other low powered electrical accessories.
  • Page 283 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 The front power outlet is located inside the storage area In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a power on the center stack of the instrument panel. outlet located in the lower storage area of the front center console.
  • Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If your vehicle is equipped with a rear full center console, The rear cargo power outlet is located in the right rear there is also a power outlet located in the lower storage cargo area.
  • Page 285 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 NOTE: The rear cargo power outlet can be switched to “battery” powered all the time by switching the power outlet right rear quarter panel fuse in the fuse panel. Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 —...
  • Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
  • Page 287: Power Inverter - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED There is a 115 Volt, 150 Watt inverter outlet located on the back of the center console to convert DC current to AC current. This outlet can power cellular phones, electron- ics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts.
  • Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE may have to be reset manually. To reset the inverter WARNING! manually press the power inverter button OFF and ON. To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings To avoid serious injury or death: •...
  • Page 289: Cupholders

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 CUPHOLDERS Rear Cupholders Front Seat Cupholders Rear Center Arm Rest Cupholders — If Equipped There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers located in the center console. located in the fold-down center armrest.
  • Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Full Console Cupholders — If Equipped The rear full console cupholders are equipped with a There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers light ring that illuminates the cupholders for the rear located in the front of the rear full console.
  • Page 291 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 Rear Mini Console Cupholders — If Equipped There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers located in the front of the rear mini console. Rear Mini Console Cupholders...
  • Page 292: Storage

    290 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Door Storage Large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy Glove Compartment access. The glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Door Panel Storage Glove Compartment To open the glove compartment, pull outward on the latch and lower the glove box door.
  • Page 293: Front Center Console

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 291 Front Center Console To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on The front center console contains both an upper and a the small latch located on the lid. lower storage area. Storage Compartment Latches Storage Compartment...
  • Page 294: Rear Full Center Console (If Equipped)

    292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the Rear Full Center Console (If Equipped) lower storage compartment. The rear full center console contains both an upper and a lower storage area. Lower Storage Compartment Storage Compartment...
  • Page 295 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 293 To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the the small latch located on the front of the lid. lower storage compartment. NOTE: Lower storage compartment light is always on with ignition in the ON/RUN position.
  • Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The upper storage compartment may also be lifted for- ward. Push in the release button located on the back of the lid. CAUTION! Remove any items stored in the console cupholders or devices with cords routing through upper storage area.
  • Page 297 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 295 When lifted forward there is access to the lower storage Open storage areas, or cubby bins with removable liners, compartment. are located rearward of the cupholders and in the lower front of the console. Lower Storage Compartment Console Cubby Bins...
  • Page 298: Rear Mini Center Console (If Equipped)

    296 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Mini Center Console (If Equipped) An open storage area, or cubby bin with removable liner, is located in the front of the console. Console Cubby Bin...
  • Page 299: Cargo Area Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 297 CARGO AREA FEATURES Rechargeable Flashlight The rechargeable flashlight is mounted on the left side of the cargo area. The flashlight snaps out of the bezel when needed. The flashlight features two bright LED light bulbs and is powered by rechargeable lithium batteries that recharge when snapped back into place.
  • Page 300: Cargo Storage

    298 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, Cargo Storage twice for low, and a third time to return to off. There is a removable storage bin located on the left side of the rear cargo area.
  • Page 301: Cargo Tie-Down Hooks

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 299 3. The liftgate may be opened with the cargo cover in Cargo Tie-Down Hooks place. The cargo tie-downs, located on the cargo area floor, should be used to safely secure loads when the vehicle is WARNING! moving.
  • Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle axle.
  • Page 303: Rear Window Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 301 REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the first detent for intermittent operation and to the Rear Window Wiper/Washer second detent for continuous rear wiper operation. The rear wiper/washer is controlled by a rotary switch Rotating the center portion upward once more will located on the control lever.
  • Page 304: Rear Window Defroster

    302 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned CAUTION! OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the “park” position. Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: Rear Window Defroster •...
  • Page 305: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 303 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED The crossbars and side rails are designed to carry weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars.
  • Page 306: Deploying The Crossbars

    304 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Deploying the Crossbars Remove the crossbar from the stowed position by sliding Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumb the crossbar towards the center of the roof. Repeat with screws at both ends of the crossbar. crossbar on the opposite side.
  • Page 307 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 305 Position the crossbars across the roof making sure the CAUTION! letters on the crossbars align with the matching letters on the side rail. Be careful when handling the crossbars to prevent damage to the vehicle. Starting with one crossbar, bend down the pivot supports at each end.
  • Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Slide the cross bar into to the deploy position by moving Deploy and tighten the second crossbar to complete the it towards the matching letter in the side rail. Be sure the deployment of the crossbars. crossbar is fully deployed with the crossbar pushed as far into the slot as possible.
  • Page 309: Stowing The Crossbars

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 307 Stowing the Crossbars Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumb screws at both ends. Slide the crossbar away from the matching letter to remove it from the deployed position. Repeat with the other crossbar. CAUTION! Be careful when handling the crossbars to prevent damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Then, position the crossbar along the correct side rail. Slide the crossbar outward, away from the center of the Make sure the letters on the crossbar align with the roof. The crossbar will nest fully within the side rail. matching letters on the side rail.
  • Page 311 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 309 Once the driver’s side crossbar is in place, tighten the Repeat the procedure to stow the second crossbar on the thumb screws completely. opposite side. Tightening Crossbar Stowed Crossbars...
  • Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: CAUTION! (Continued) • To help control wind noise, stow the crossbars in the • To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do side rails when they are not in use. not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of •...
  • Page 313 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 311 CAUTION! (Continued) • Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care- fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof rack. Wind forces, due to natural causes or nearby truck traffic, can add sudden upward lift to a load.
  • Page 315: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Change Indicator System ..342 Instrument Panel Features ....317 ▫ Fuel Economy ..... . 343 Instrument Cluster .
  • Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Compass / Temperature Display ..347 ▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ... . 366 ▫ Customer-Programmable Features (System ▫...
  • Page 317: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 ▫ Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 iPod /USB/MP3 Control — If Equipped ..387 While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1 ..401 ▫ Connecting The iPod Or External USB ▫...
  • Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ System Information ....414 Climate Controls ..... . 433 ▫...
  • Page 319: Instrument Panel Features

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Lower Switch Bank 11 — Headlight Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Hazard Switch 12 — Hood Release 3 — Radio 8 — Storage Bin 13 —...
  • Page 320: Instrument Cluster

    318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
  • Page 321: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System 1. Tachometer (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
  • Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS CAUTION! malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is The TPMS has been optimized for the original combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipment tires and wheels.
  • Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 does not come on when turning the key from OFF to WARNING! ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly. A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the light after operating conditions.
  • Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL system. If this light remains on after several ignition 5. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles Light — If Equipped (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the trol (ESC) is off.
  • Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the 10. High Beam Indicator ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position, have This light indicates that the headlights are on high the light inspected by an authorized dealer. beam.
  • Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so, 14. 4 LOW then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was the four-wheel drive LOW mode.
  • Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 17. Fuel Door Reminder 20. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) The fuel pump symbol points to the side of the Amber Telltale Area vehicle where the fuel door is located. This area will display the EVIC reconfigurable amber caution telltales.
  • Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has anti-lock brake system reservoir.
  • Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System 23. TOW/HAUL (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force The TOW HAUL button is located on the Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the center stack upper switch bank.
  • Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- WARNING! ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
  • Page 331: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER The EVIC consists of the following: (EVIC) • 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 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The system allows the driver to select information by UP Button pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the UP button to scroll up- wheel: ward through the main menus (Fuel Economy, ACC (if equipped), Vehicle Speed, Trip Info, Tire PSI, Vehicle Info, Messages, Units, System Setup, Turn Menu Off) and sub-menus.
  • Page 333: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 BACK Button messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn- Press the BACK button to scroll back to a ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall previous menu or sub-menu. into several categories: •...
  • Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Unstored Messages Until RUN When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start the following messages: feature. This message type is displayed until the ignition • Vehicle Not in Park is in the RUN state.
  • Page 335 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 • Left front turn signal lamp out • Normal Cruise Ready — When Adaptive Cruise Con- trol (ACC) system is turned off and Normal (Fixed • Right front turn signal lamp out Speed) Cruise Control mode is available. Refer to •...
  • Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ACC Cancelled — To disable the ACC system. Refer to • Brake — If the ACC system predicts that its maximum “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Understanding braking level is not sufficient to maintain the set distance, this message will flash and a chime will The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 • ACC/FCW Unavailable Service Radar Sensor — If the • Oil temp high Speed may be limited ACC system turns off due to an internal system fault • Oil temp high Speed limited that requires service from an authorized dealer. Refer •...
  • Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Memory 2 profile set • All Wheel Drive System in neutral • Memory system unavailable — Not in Park • ECO — Fuel Saver Indicator • Memory system unavailable — Seatbelt buckled • To Tow Vehicle Safely, Read Neutral Shift Procedure in Owners Manual •...
  • Page 339: Evic White Telltale Lights

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 • Electronic Speed Control SET EVIC White Telltale Lights This area will show reconfigurable white caution tell- This light will turn on when the electronic tales. These telltales include: speed control is SET. For further information, refer to “Electronic Speed Control”...
  • Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF momentarily until the over temperature condition no This light warns the driver of a potential colli- longer exists. Once driving conditions are safe, then pull sion with the vehicle in front and prompts the over and let vehicle idle.
  • Page 341: Evic Amber Telltale Lights

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator EVIC Amber Telltale Lights This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- This light will turn on to indicate the wind- tales. These telltales include: shield washer fluid is low. •...
  • Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Liftgate Ajar the charging system light remains on, it means that the This light will turn on to indicate that liftgate vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging may be ajar. system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho- rized dealer.
  • Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 If the light remains lit with the engine running, your If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho- stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, rized dealer for service as soon as possible.
  • Page 344: Engine Oil Change Indicator System

    342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Engine Oil Change Indicator System CAUTION! Oil Change Due Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera- Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause indicator system. The “Oil Change Due” message will severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
  • Page 345: Fuel Economy

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go Fuel Economy Press and release the UP/DOWN buttons until one of the 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, cycle the ignition to following Fuel Economy Functions displays in the EVIC: the ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine.) •...
  • Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL (MDS) (if equipped) allows the engine to operate on four Distance To Empty (DTE) cylinders, or if you are driving in a fuel efficient manner. Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level.
  • Page 347: Vehicle Speed

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 Vehicle Speed Trip A This feature allows you to monitor your vehicle speed on Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last the EVIC display, press and release the SELECT button to reset.
  • Page 348: Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features)

    346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) Units Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Units” Info” displays in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. displays in the EVIC and press the SELECT button.
  • Page 349: Messages

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 Messages # NOTE: The system will display the last known outside Select from Main Menu using the UP or DOWN buttons. temperature when starting the vehicle and may need to This feature shows the number of stored warning mes- be driven several minutes before the updated tempera- sages (in the # place holder).
  • Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and an environment free from large metallic objects such as buildings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks, etc. Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To compensate for the differences the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map.
  • Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 3. Press the DOWN button until the “Compass Variance” 1. Turn ON the ignition switch. message is displayed in the EVIC, then press the SELECT 2. Press the UP or DOWN button until the Setup button.
  • Page 352: Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)

    350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Customer-Programmable Features (System Italian (Italiano), German (Deutsch), and Dutch (Neder- Setup) lands). Then, as you continue, the information will dis- Personal Settings allows you to set and recall features play in the selected language. when the transmission is in PARK. If the transmission is Nav–Turn By Turn out of PARK or the vehicle begins moving, a warning When this feature is selected, the navigation system...
  • Page 353 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 feature showing the system has been activated, or the all doors will unlock no matter which passive entry check-mark is removed showing the system has been equipped door handle is grasped. If Driver Door 1st Press deactivated.
  • Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL button a check-mark appears next to the feature showing Horn With Remote Lock the system has been activated or the check-mark is When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will removed showing the system has been deactivated. Refer occur when the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed.
  • Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 Flash Lamps With Lock Headlamps With Wipers (Available with Automatic When this feature is selected, the front and rear turn Headlamps Only) signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked When this feature is selected, and the headlight switch is with the RKE transmitter.
  • Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat REVERSE position. The mirrors will move back to their Only) previous position when the transmission is shifted out of This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to REVERSE. To make your selection, press and release the enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to the vehicle.
  • Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 Illuminated Approach Display ECO Symbol — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate The “ECO” message is located in the Compass/ and remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors Temperature display;...
  • Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Gauge Glow Rings Intermittent Wiper — If Equipped The gauge glow rings that illuminate the tachometer and When this feature is selected, the system will automati- speedometer in the instrument cluster can be turned on cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture or off.
  • Page 359 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 mode the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) will show a visual dynamic driving select the Near setting. This warns you alert in the outside mirrors as well as an audible alert of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you when the turn signal is on.
  • Page 360: System Status

    358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL make your selection, scroll up or down until the pre- feature showing the system has been activated or the ferred setting is highlighted, then press and release the check-mark is removed showing the system has been SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to the deactivated.
  • Page 361 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 • Tire Pressure Monitor System (shows the current pres- NOTE: • Tires heat up during normal driving conditions. Heat sure of all four road tires). For additional information, refer to “Tire Pressure Monitor System” in “Starting will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6 psi And Operating”.
  • Page 362: Media Center 730N/430/430N

    360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/RBZ/ RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side of the unit’s faceplate. Refer to your Uconnect™ Multimedia RHR, RER, RBZ or RHB user’s manual for detailed operating instructions. Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) —...
  • Page 363: Media Center 130 (Sales Code Res)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 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 364 362 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 365 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second AM/FM Button time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Press the buttons to select either AM or FM mode. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the SET/RND Button —...
  • Page 366: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by MP3 Audio Play pressing the pushbutton twice. NOTE: •...
  • Page 367 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 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 368: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button Press the RND button a second time to stop Random Press this button to change the display from a large CD Play. playing time display to a small CD playing time display. Notes on Playing MP3 Files RW/FF The radio can play MP3 files;...
  • Page 369 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). •...
  • Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification Frequency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128, 48, 44.1, 32...
  • Page 371: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
  • Page 372: Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio (Sales Code Res+Rsc)

    370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode (SALES CODE RES+RSC) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right ACC position to operate the radio.
  • Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 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 374 372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Clock Setting Procedure starting at Step 2. For vehicles not equipped with satellite radio, press the SETUP button and then follow the above 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. procedure, starting at Step 2. 2.
  • Page 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones.
  • Page 376 374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following 16-Digit Character Program Type format types: Display 16-Digit Character Personality Persnlty Program Type Display Public Public No program type or un- Rhythm and Blues R & B None defined Religious Music...
  • Page 377 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is AM/FM Button displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. station with the same selected Music Type name. The SET/RND Button —...
  • Page 378: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by MP3 Audio Play pressing the pushbutton twice. NOTE: •...
  • Page 379 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON/RUN and the EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. and begin to play when you insert the disc.
  • Page 380: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button Press the SET/RND button a second time to stop Ran- Press this button to change the display from a large CD dom Play. playing time display to a small CD playing time display. Notes On Playing MP3 Files RW/FF The radio can play MP3 files;...
  • Page 381 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). •...
  • Page 382 380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification Frequency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128, 48, 44.1, 32...
  • Page 383: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 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 384: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped

    382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) System Activation Press this button to change the display to time of day. The Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you time of day will display for five seconds (when the may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio ignition is OFF).
  • Page 385 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 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 386 384 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 387 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 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 388: Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) - If Equipped

    386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) — If repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press Equipped the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display Refer to “Uconnect™...
  • Page 389: Ipod /Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 iPod /USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may NOTE: This section is for sales code RES and REQ/ not fully support the iPod control features. Please visit REL/RET radios only with Uconnect™.
  • Page 390: Connecting The Ipod Or External Usb Device

    388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Connecting The iPod Or External USB Device be routed through without damaging the cable when Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external closing the lid. A factory cut out space for the cable to be USB device to the vehicle’s USB/AUX connector port routed may be located in the base of the center console on which is located in the center console.
  • Page 391: Using This Feature

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 Second Row USB Charging Port NOTE: If the device battery to be charged is completely The second row USB connector port can be used for depleted, it may take awhile to charge. charging purposes only. Use the connection cable to Using This Feature connect an iPod or external USB device to the vehicle’s By using iPod cable or external USB device to connect to...
  • Page 392: Controlling The Ipod Or External Usb Device Using Radio Buttons

    390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Turning it counterclockwise (backward) by one Controlling The iPod Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons click, will jump to the previous track in the list or To get into the iPod /USB/MP3 control mode and access press the VR button and say Previous Track a connected audio device, either press the “AUX”...
  • Page 393: List Or Browse Mode

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 • While a track is playing, press the INFO button to see • RND button (available on sales code RES radio only): the associated metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) Pressing this button toggles between Shuffle ON and for that track.
  • Page 394 392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Preset 5 – Audiobooks press the TUNE control knob to select and start playing the track. Turning the TUNE control knob • Preset 6 – Podcasts fast will scroll through the list faster. During fast •...
  • Page 395: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 • MUSIC TYPE button: The MUSIC TYPE button is WARNING! another shortcut button to the genre listing on your audio device. Do not plug in or remove the iPod or external USB device while driving. Failure to follow this warning CAUTION! could result in an accident.
  • Page 396 394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Play Mode Next Track When switched to BTSA mode, some audio devices can Use the SEEK UP button, or press the VR button on the start playing music over the vehicle’s audio system, but radio and say “Next Track” to jump to the next track some devices require the music to be initiated on the music on your cellular phone.
  • Page 397: Uconnect™ Multimedia Video Entertainment System (Ves)™ - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 UCONNECT™ MULTIMEDIA VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ — IF EQUIPPED Getting Started • Screen located in the overhead console : Unfold the overhead LCD screen by pushing the button in the center of the overhead console behind the screen. Overhead Video Screen •...
  • Page 398: Single Video Screen

    396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • When the Video Screen are open and a DVD is inserted 2. Insert the DVD with the label facing up. The radio into the VES™ player, the screen turns on automati- automatically selects the appropriate mode after the disc cally, the headphone transmitters turn on and play- is recognized and displays the menu screen or starts back begins.
  • Page 399 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. 2. Touch the Rear VES soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls. If a channel list appears on the right side of the screen, touch the HIDE LIST soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls screen.
  • Page 400 398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Touch the 1 soft-key and then the DISC soft-key in the NOTE: • To view a DVD on the radio press the RADIO/MEDIA MEDIA column. To exit touch the back arrow soft-key at the top left of the screen. hard-key, on the radio faceplate, then touch the DISC tab soft-key and then the VIEW VIDEO soft-key.
  • Page 401: Play Video Games

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 Play Video Games When connecting an external source to the AUX input, be Connect the video game console to the Auxiliary RCA sure to follow the standard color coding for the VES™ input jacks located on the back of the center console. jacks: NOTE: Certain high-end video games, such as Playsta- tion3 and XBox360 will exceed the power limit of the...
  • Page 402 400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Remote Control Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls 1. Press the MODE button on the Remote Control. 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. 2. While looking at the video screen, highlight VES AUX 2.
  • Page 403: Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 401 3. Touch the 1 soft-key and then touch AUX 1 in the VES Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While A column. To exit press the back arrow soft-key at the top of Video Is Playing On Channel 1 the screen.
  • Page 404 402 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. While looking at the video screen, either press Up/ Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls Down/Left/Right on the Remote Control to highlight the 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. desired audio source or repeatedly press the MODE button on the remote until the desired audio source 2.
  • Page 405: Important Notes For Single Video Screen System

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 403 3. To listen to an audio source on Channel 2 while a Important Notes For Single Video Screen System video is playing on Channel 1, touch the 2 soft-key and • VES™ is able to transmit two channels of stereo audio choose an audio source.
  • Page 406: Play A Dvd Using The Touch-Screen Radio

    404 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Play A DVD Using The Touch-Screen Radio 1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE or LOAD hard-key on the radio faceplate (Touch-Screen). 2. Insert the DVD with the label facing up. The radio automatically selects the appropriate mode after the disc is recognized and displays the menu screen or starts playing the first track.
  • Page 407 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 405 Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls 3. Touch the 1 or 2 soft-key and then the DISC soft-key in the MEDIA column. To exit touch the back arrow at the 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. top left of the screen.
  • Page 408: Remote Control

    406 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Remote Control • To view a DVD on the radio press the RADIO/MEDIA hard-key, on the radio faceplate, then touch the DISC tab soft-key and then the VIEW VIDEO soft-key. • Viewing a DVD on the Touch-Screen radio screen is not available in all states/provinces, and the vehicle must be stopped, and the shift lever must be in the PARK position for vehicles with automatic transmis-...
  • Page 409 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 407 2. Channel Selector Indicators – When a button is / Prev – In radio modes, press to select to the pressed, the currently affected channel or channel button previous station. In disc modes, press to advance to the is illuminated momentarily.
  • Page 410 408 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL disc in a radio with a multiple-disc changer, PROG Up mode is selected and the disc is stopped, press the SETUP selects the next disc and PROG Down selects the previ- button to access the DVD Setup menu. (see the DVD ous disc.
  • Page 411: Remote Control Storage

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 409 Remote Control Storage The video screen(s) come with a built in storage compart- ment for the remote control which is accessible when the screen is opened. To remove the remote, use your index finger to pull and rotate the remote towards you. Do not try to pull the remote straight down as it will be very difficult to remove.
  • Page 412: Replacing The Batteries

    410 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL with a DVD player, follow the radio’s instructions to Headphones Operation turn Video Lock on. The radio and the video screen(s) The headphones receive two separate channels of audio indicate when Video Lock is active. using an infrared transmitter from the video screen.
  • Page 413: Controls

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 411 Controls The headphone power indicator and controls are located on the right ear cup. NOTE: The rear video system must be turned on before sound can be heard from the headphones. To conserve battery life, the headphones will automatically turn off approximately three minutes after the rear video system is turned off.
  • Page 414: Replacing The Batteries

    412 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • When both switches are on Channel 2, the Remote is Replacing The Batteries controlling Channel 2 and the headphones are tuned Each set of headphones requires two AAA batteries for to the audio of the VES™ Channel 2. operation.
  • Page 415 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 413 How Long Does The Coverage Last? This warranty lasts NATURE WHATSOEVER. Some states and jurisdictions as long as you own the Product. may not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not What Does This Warranty Cover? Except as specified apply to you.
  • Page 416: System Information

    414 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may register your Unwired wireless headphones changed to a mode that is different from the VES™ selected radio mode. When shared, the radio has priority online at www.unwiredtechnology.com or by phone at over the VES™ or all radio modes (FM, AM, and SAT). 1-888-293-3332.
  • Page 417 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 415 Information Mode Display 5. Channel 2 Shared Status 6. Channel 2 Audio Only/Mute 7. Channel 1 ENTER Button Action 8. Channel 2 ENTER Button Action 9. Clock 10. Video Lock 11. Not Available / Error 12.
  • Page 418 416 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Numeric Keypad Menu screen makes it easy to enter a specific tuner frequency, satellite channel, or track number. To enter the desired digit: 1. Press the remote control’s navigation buttons ( , ) to navigate to the desired digit. 2.
  • Page 419 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 417 Station List Menu remote control’s ENTER button to tune to that station. To jump through the list more quickly, navigate to the Page Up and Page Down icons on the screen. Disc Menu Channel Selection Menu For SIRIUS Backseat TV™ When listening to Satellite audio or watching SIRIUS Backseat TV™...
  • Page 420 418 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL commands which control playback of the disc. Using the When watching a video source (DVD Video with the disc options you can activate or cancel Scan play and Random in Play mode, Aux Video, SIRIUS Backseat TV™, etc.), play.
  • Page 421 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 419 Listening To Audio With The Screen Closed the remote control’s power button to turn audio on. If To listen to only audio portion of the channel with the audio is still not heard, check that fully charged batteries screen closed: are installed in the headphones.
  • Page 422 420 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DVD Region Codes Recorded Discs The VES™ DVD player and many DVD discs are coded The VES™ DVD player will play CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded in CD-Audio or Video-CD format, or as a by geographic region. These region codes must match in CD-ROM containing MP3 or WMA files.
  • Page 423 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 421 • For CD Data (or CD-ROM) discs, always use the Compressed Audio Files (MP3 and WMA) ISO-9660 (Level 1 or Level 2), Joliet, or Romeo format. The DVD player is capable of playing MP3 (MPEG-1 Other formats (such as UDF, HFS, or others) are not Audio Layer 3) and WMA (Windows Media Audio) files supported.
  • Page 424 422 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Other compression formats such as AAC, MP3 Pro, Disc Errors Ogg Vorbis, and ATRAC3 will not play. The DVD If the DVD player is unable to read the disc, a Disc Error player will automatically skip the file and begin play- message is displayed on the VES™...
  • Page 425 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 423 Display All of the Language settings have a special Other setting Other Language Setup to accommodate languages other than Japanese or Eng- lish. These languages are selected using a special four- digit code. To enter a new language code, activate the DVD Setup Menu and follow these additional instructions: •...
  • Page 426 424 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • When the entire four-digit code is entered, press the them where lower numbers are designated for all audi- remote control’s ENTER button. If the language code ences and higher numbers are designated for more adult is not valid, the numbers all change back to * .
  • Page 427 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 425 To set the password, activate the DVD Setup Menu and follow these additional instructions: • Using the remote control Left and Right cursor but- tons, select the Rating tab. • Highlight Change Password , and then press the remote control’s ENTER button.
  • Page 428 426 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • After the four-digit password is entered, press the remote control’s ENTER button. If the password is correct, the set password screen is displayed. • Using the remote control’s Up and Down cursor buttons to set the value for the current digit and the remote control’s Right cursor button to select digits, enter the new password.
  • Page 429 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 427 • Using the remote control’s Up and Down cursor To set the rating, activate the DVD Setup Menu and follow these additional instructions: buttons, select the new rating level, and then press the remote control’s ENTER button to accept the change. •...
  • Page 430 428 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL General Information This system complies with Part 15 of the FCC Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 431: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 429 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a The remote sound system controls are located on the rear pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to mode of the sound system.
  • Page 432: Radio Operation

    430 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio Operation If you press the switch up or down twice, it plays the Pressing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the next second track; three times, it will play the third, etc. listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch The center button on the left side rocker switch has no will “Seek”...
  • Page 433: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 431 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 434: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones

    432 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the mobile phone antenna. This condition is not harmful to the radio.
  • Page 435: Climate Controls

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 433 CLIMATE CONTROLS The ATC system automatically maintains the interior The air conditioning and heating system is designed to comfort level desired by the driver and passenger. make you comfortable in all types of weather. Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —...
  • Page 436 434 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. A/C Button 6. Right Front Seat Occupant Temperature Display Press and release to change the current Air Conditioning This display shows the temperature setting for the right (A/C) setting, the indicator illuminates when A/C is ON. front seat occupant.
  • Page 437 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 435 10. Auto Temperature Control Button 14. SYNC Button Controls airflow temperature, distribution, volume, and Press and release to control the temperature setting for the amount of air recirculation automatically. Press and both zones from the driver temperature control. release to select.
  • Page 438 436 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric Automatic Operation units by selecting the US/M customer-programmable 1. Press the AUTO button on the Automatic Temperature feature. Refer to the “Electronic Vehicle Information Control (ATC) Panel. Center (EVIC) —...
  • Page 439 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 437 There are seven fixed blower speeds. Panel Mode Use the outer dial control to regulate Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. the amount of air forced through the Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted to system in any mode you select.
  • Page 440 438 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Mix Mode Air Conditioning (A/C) Air comes from the floor, defrost and side window The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator demist outlets. This mode works best in cold or to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning snowy conditions.
  • Page 441: Rear Climate Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 439 Recirculation Control Rear Climate Control — If Equipped When outside air contains smoke, odors, or The Rear Climate Control system has floor air outlets, high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, and overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating you may wish to recirculate interior air by position.
  • Page 442 440 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Only when the Rear Control Icon is illuminated do the second row seat occupants have control of the rear blower speed. The rear blower control, located in the rear overhead console, has an off position and a range of blower speeds. This allows the second row seat occupants to control the volume of air circulated in the rear of the vehicle.
  • Page 443: Operating Tips

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 441 Rear Temperature Control NOTE: In many temperature positions, the BI-LEVEL Only when the Rear Control Icon is illuminated do the mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the head- second row seat occupants have control of the rear mode liner outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
  • Page 444 442 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL blower speeds will reduce fogging. Interior fogging on Winter Operation the windshield can be quickly removed by selecting the When operating the system during the winter months, DEFROST mode. make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the windshield, is free of ice, slush, snow, or other Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a obstructions.
  • Page 445: Operating Tips Chart

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 443 Operating Tips Chart...
  • Page 446 444 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
  • Page 447 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....450 Automatic Transmission ....457 ▫...
  • Page 448 446 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Single-Speed Operating Instructions/ Power Steering ..... . . 492 Precautions (3.6L Engine) – If Equipped ..479 ▫...
  • Page 449 STARTING AND OPERATING 447 ▫ Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ... . . 505 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ....521 ▫...
  • Page 450 448 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Materials Added To Fuel ....548 Snow Tires ......532 ▫...
  • Page 451: Starting And Operating

    STARTING AND OPERATING 449 ▫ Towing Requirements ....569 Adding Fuel ......554 ▫...
  • Page 452: Starting Procedures

    450 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat ON/RUN mode.
  • Page 453: Keyless Enter-N-Go - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 451 Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated CAUTION! (Continued) Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage is at idle speed.
  • Page 454: Normal Starting

    452 STARTING AND OPERATING Installing And Removing The ENGINE NOTE: The ENGINE START/STOP button should only START/STOP Button be removed or inserted with the ignition in the LOCK position (OFF position for Keyless Enter-N-Go). Installing The Button Normal Starting 1. Remove the key fob from the ignition switch. Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button 2.
  • Page 455 STARTING AND OPERATING 453 To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN START/STOP Button (engine not running) position and the transmission is in PARK, the system will automatically time out after 1.
  • Page 456: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or 29°C)

    454 STARTING AND OPERATING • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time If Engine Fails To Start to change the ignition switch to the RUN position WARNING! (EVIC displays “IGNITION MODE RUN”), • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into •...
  • Page 457: After Starting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 455 Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor START/STOP Button) will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. Once this If the engine fails to start after you have followed the occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition “Normal Starting”...
  • Page 458: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped

    456 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits hour to have an adequate warming effect on the coolant. quicker starts in cold weather.
  • Page 459: Automatic Transmission

    STARTING AND OPERATING 457 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure CAUTION! those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is ing precautions are not observed: running.
  • Page 460: Key Ignition Park Interlock

    458 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a idle speed.
  • Page 461: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 459 Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few Interlock (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the PARK hundred miles (kilometers).
  • Page 462: Gear Ranges

    460 STARTING AND OPERATING PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never attempt to use PARK while vehicle is in motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving vehicle in this range.
  • Page 463 STARTING AND OPERATING 461 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than the parking brake. Always apply the parking idle speed.
  • Page 464 462 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
  • Page 465 STARTING AND OPERATING 463 • Look at the shift lever position display and verify that CAUTION! it indicates the PARK position. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF will not move out of PARK.
  • Page 466 464 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the shifts, and the best fuel economy. The transmission ignition to coast down a hill.
  • Page 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 Transmission Limp Home Mode 3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK/OFF position. Transmission function is monitored electronically for 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home 5.
  • Page 468 466 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation To exit ERS mode, simply press and hold the shift lever to The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the the right (+) until “D” is once again displayed in the shift driver to limit the highest available gear when the shift lever position indicator in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 469: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (5.7L Engine) - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 467 Overdrive Operation The electronically-controlled transmission provides a The automatic transmission includes an electronically precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are controlled Overdrive (fifth gear). The transmission will self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new automatically shift into the Overdrive gear if the follow- vehicle may be somewhat abrupt.
  • Page 470: Gear Ranges

    468 STARTING AND OPERATING PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never attempt to use PARK while vehicle is in motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving vehicle in this range.
  • Page 471 STARTING AND OPERATING 469 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than the parking brake. Always apply the parking idle speed.
  • Page 472 470 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
  • Page 473 STARTING AND OPERATING 471 • Look at the shift lever position display and verify that CAUTION! it indicates the PARK position. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF will not move out of PARK.
  • Page 474 472 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the shifts, and the best fuel economy. The transmission ignition to coast down a hill.
  • Page 475 STARTING AND OPERATING 473 these conditions, using a lower gear range will improve Downshifting the transmission to the lowest possible performance and extend transmission life by reducing gear (when climbing a grade), or shifting to NEUTRAL excessive shifting and heat buildup. (when stopped in heavy traffic) can help to reduce this excess heat generation.
  • Page 476 474 STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission Limp Home Mode 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. Transmission function is monitored electronically for 5. Restart the engine. abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no Mode is activated.
  • Page 477 STARTING AND OPERATING 475 the transmission into 3 (third gear), the transmission will To exit ERS mode, simply press and hold the shift lever to never shift above third gear, but will shift down into the right (+) until “D” is once again displayed in the shift second and first gear normally.
  • Page 478 476 STARTING AND OPERATING Overdrive Operation When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode The automatic transmission includes an electronically When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a controlled Overdrive (fourth and fifth gears). The trans- heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- mission will automatically shift into the Overdrive gear if curs, press the TOW/HAUL switch to select TOW/ the following conditions are present:...
  • Page 479 STARTING AND OPERATING 477 The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster to indicate that TOW/HAUL mode has been activated. Pressing the switch a second time restores normal operation. If the TOW/HAUL mode is desired, the switch must be pressed each time the engine is started.
  • Page 480 478 STARTING AND OPERATING • If the vehicle has not been driven for several days, the NOTE: • The torque converter clutch will not engage, and the first few seconds of operation after shifting the trans- transmission will not shift into the top overdrive gear, mission into gear may seem sluggish.
  • Page 481: All-Wheel Drive Operation

    STARTING AND OPERATING 479 ALL-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Three-Position Switch) (5.7L Engine) – If Single-Speed Operating Instructions/Precautions Equipped (3.6L Engine) – If Equipped This is an electronic shift transfer case and it is operated This system contains a single-speed (HI range only) by the AWD Control Switch, which is located on the transfer case, which provides convenient full-time all- center console.
  • Page 482 480 STARTING AND OPERATING This electronically shifted transfer case provides three When additional traction is required, the transfer case mode positions: LOW RANGE position can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together forcing the front and rear •...
  • Page 483 STARTING AND OPERATING 481 “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Un- 3. The transfer case will not shift. derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa- NOTE: Before retrying a selection, make certain that all tion. When you select a different transfer case position, the necessary requirements for selecting a new transfer the position indicator lights will do the following: case position have been met.
  • Page 484 482 STARTING AND OPERATING Proper operation of all-wheel drive vehicles depends on WARNING! tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the Always engage the parking brake when powering transfer case.
  • Page 485: Shifting Procedure

    STARTING AND OPERATING 483 For additional information on the appropriate use of each Shifting Procedure transfer case mode position, see the information below: NOTE: • If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case AWD AUTO All-Wheel Drive Auto Range - This range sends power to position have not been met, the transfer case will not the rear wheels.
  • Page 486 484 STARTING AND OPERATING AWD AUTO⇔LOW RANGE Alternate Procedure NOTE: When shifting into or out of LOW RANGE some 1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop. gear noise may be heard. This noise is normal and is not 2. With the ignition switch in the ON position and the detrimental to the vehicle or occupants.
  • Page 487 STARTING AND OPERATING 485 NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON position for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable. If the ignition switch is not in the ON position, then the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing.
  • Page 488: On-Road Driving Tips

    486 STARTING AND OPERATING ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a narrower track to make them capable of performing in a wide variety of off-road applications. Specific design characteristics give them a higher center of gravity than ordinary cars.
  • Page 489: Off-Road Driving Tips

    STARTING AND OPERATING 487 OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS CAUTION! When To Use LOW Range – If Equipped When driving through water, do not exceed 5 mph When off-road driving, shift to LOW for additional (8 km/h). Always check water depth before entering, traction.
  • Page 490: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand

    488 STARTING AND OPERATING Flowing Water transfer case) to assure the fluids have not been contami- If the water is swift flowing and rising (as in storm nated. Contaminated fluid (milky, foamy in appearance) run-off), avoid crossing until the water level recedes should be flushed/changed as soon as possible to pre- and/or the flow rate is reduced.
  • Page 491: Hill Climbing

    STARTING AND OPERATING 489 Hill Climbing WARNING! NOTE: Before attempting to climb a hill, determine the If the engine stalls, you lose forward motion, or conditions at the crest and/or on the other side. cannot make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, Before climbing a steep hill, shift the transmission to a never attempt to turn around.
  • Page 492: Traction Downhill

    490 STARTING AND OPERATING • Completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle. Traction Downhill Shift the transmission into a low gear, and the transfer Check tires, body structure, steering, suspension, and case into LOW range. Let the vehicle go slowly down the exhaust system for damage.
  • Page 493 STARTING AND OPERATING 491 WARNING! Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause excessive wear or unpredictable braking. You might not have full braking power when you need it to prevent a collision. If you have been operating your vehicle in dirty conditions, get your brakes checked and cleaned as necessary.
  • Page 494: Power Steering

    492 STARTING AND OPERATING POWER STEERING If the “SERVICE POWER STEERING SYSTEM” message and a flashing icon are displayed on 3.6L Engine the EVIC screen, it indicates that the vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with an electro-hydraulic power needs to be taken to the dealer for service. It is steering system that will give you good vehicle response likely the vehicle has lost power steering assistance.
  • Page 495: L Engine

    STARTING AND OPERATING 493 NOTE: NOTE: • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- • Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under travel are considered normal and do not indicate that these conditions there will be a substantial increase in there is a problem with the power steering system.
  • Page 496: Power Steering Fluid Check

    494 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering system as the chemicals can damage your power fluid temperature and it should be avoided when steering components.
  • Page 497: Multi-Displacement System (Mds) (If Equipped) - 5.7L Engine Only

    STARTING AND OPERATING 495 MULTI-DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS) (IF EQUIPPED) — 5.7L ENGINE ONLY This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting off four of the engine’s eight cylinders during light load and cruise conditions. The system is automatic with no driver inputs or additional driving skills required.
  • Page 498: Parking Brake

    496 STARTING AND OPERATING PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the shift lever in the PARK position. The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the park brake, firmly push the park brake pedal fully.
  • Page 499 STARTING AND OPERATING 497 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 500 498 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or parking brake released, a brake system malfunction ON/RUN mode.
  • Page 501: Electronic Brake Control System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 499 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system that includes the Anti-Lock Brake The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Brake from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the Assist System (BAS), Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM), traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
  • Page 502: Brake Assist System (Bas)

    500 STARTING AND OPERATING Differential (BLD), functions similar to a limited-slip benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brak- differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven ing pressure during the stopping sequence (do not axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than “pump”...
  • Page 503: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 501 Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) WARNING! This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines that the rate tions and driving conditions, influence the chance of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicle speed that wheel lift or rollover may occur.
  • Page 504 502 STARTING AND OPERATING counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. En- The “ESC Malfunction Indicator Light” located in the gine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle instrument cluster will start to flash as soon as the tires maintain the desired path.
  • Page 505 STARTING AND OPERATING 503 The ESC system has two available operating modes in WARNING! AWD AUTO range and two-wheel drive vehicles, and one operating mode in AWD LOW range. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, AUTO Range (All-Wheel Drive Models) Or nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing Two-Wheel Drive Models...
  • Page 506 504 STARTING AND OPERATING Partial Off This mode is entered by momentarily pressing the “ESC OFF” switch. When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS portion of ESC, except for the BLD feature described in the TCS section, has been disabled and the “ESC Off Indicator Light”...
  • Page 507: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 505 Off” mode is overcome, turn ESC back on by momen- AWD Low Range (LOW) tarily pressing the “ESC OFF” switch. This may be done Partial Off while the vehicle is in motion. This is the normal operating mode for ESC in AWD LOW range.
  • Page 508: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)

    506 STARTING AND OPERATING and Operating” for further information. When TSC is brake pedal. If the driver does not apply the throttle functioning, the “ESC Malfunction Indicator Light” will during this short period of time, the system will release flash, the engine power may be reduced and you may brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill.
  • Page 509 STARTING AND OPERATING 507 HSA will work in REVERSE and all forward gears when WARNING! the activation criteria have been met. The system will not • If you use a trailer brake controller with your activate if the vehicle is placed in NEUTRAL or PARK. trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and WARNING! deactivated with the brake switch.
  • Page 510: Ready Alert Braking

    508 STARTING AND OPERATING Ready Alert Braking WARNING! (Continued) Ready Alert Braking may reduce the time required to • HSA is not a parking brake. Always apply the reach full braking during emergency braking situations. parking brake fully when leaving your vehicle. It anticipates when an emergency braking situation may Also, be certain to leave the transmission in PARK.
  • Page 511: Esc Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light

    STARTING AND OPERATING 509 ESC Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF The “ESC Malfunction Indicator Light” (located in the Indicator Light instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as the tires lose The “ESC Malfunction Indicator Light” in the traction and the ESC system becomes active. The “ESC instrument cluster will come on when the Malfunction Indicator Light”...
  • Page 512: Tire Safety Information

    510 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
  • Page 513 STARTING AND OPERATING 511 • Temporary spare tires are spares designed for tempo- • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design rary emergency use only. Temporary high pressure standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded compact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into the sidewall.
  • Page 514 512 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — 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 515: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 513 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 516: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    514 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the Cold Tire Inflation Pressure 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 517: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    STARTING AND OPERATING 515 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door.
  • Page 518 516 STARTING AND OPERATING Loading The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You the weight referenced here.
  • Page 519 STARTING AND OPERATING 517 available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs [295 kg]). late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations 5.
  • Page 520 518 STARTING AND OPERATING...
  • Page 521 STARTING AND OPERATING 519 WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them.
  • Page 522: Tires - General Information

    520 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING! (Continued) Tire Pressure • Over-inflated or under-inflated tires can affect Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Three primary in loss of vehicle control.
  • Page 523: Tire Inflation Pressures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 521 earlier tire replacement. Under-inflation also increases The pressure should be checked and adjusted, as well as tire rolling resistance resulting higher fuel inspected for signs of tire wear or visible damage, at least consumption. once a month. Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to check tire pressure.
  • Page 524: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation

    522 STARTING AND OPERATING (1.6 km) after a three-hour period. The cold tire inflation Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pres- during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pressure sure molded into the tire sidewall.
  • Page 525: Radial-Ply Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 523 Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in WARNING! the tread area because of sidewall flexing. Consult your authorized dealer for radial tire repairs. High speed driving with your vehicle at or above maximum load is dangerous. The added strain on Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And your tires could cause them to fail.
  • Page 526: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped

    524 STARTING AND OPERATING with one of the following types of non-matching tempo- Compact spare tire descriptions begin with the letter “T” rary use spares; compact, full size, or limited-use. Do not or “S” preceding the size designation. Example: T145/ install more than one non-matching temporary use spare 80D18 103M.
  • Page 527: Full Size Spare - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 525 your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the WARNING! original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Compact spares are for temporary emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive more than Limited-Use Spare –...
  • Page 528: Tire Spinning

    526 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the age or failure.
  • Page 529: Life Of Tire

    STARTING AND OPERATING 527 Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon various factors including but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven WARNING! Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread.
  • Page 530: Replacement Tires

    528 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Tires It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for affect your vehicle’s handling.
  • Page 531 STARTING AND OPERATING 529 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than capacity than what was originally equipped on that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations your vehicle.
  • Page 532: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)

    530 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) CAUTION! Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the against damage. following precautions: • Because of restricted traction device clearance be- •...
  • Page 533 STARTING AND OPERATING 531 CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pave- ment. • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s in- structions on the method of installation, operating speed, and conditions for use. Always use the suggested operating speed of the device manufac- turer’s if it is less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
  • Page 534: Starting And Operating Snow Tires

    532 STARTING AND OPERATING SNOW TIRES While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be during the winter. All season tires can be identified by the poorer than that of non-studded tires.
  • Page 535: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    STARTING AND OPERATING 533 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS NOTE: The premium Tire Pressure Monitor System will The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at automatically locate the pressure values displayed in the different loads and perform different steering, handling, correct vehicle position following a tire rotation.
  • Page 536: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)

    534 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warn the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle threshold for any reason, including low temperature recommended cold tire pressure.
  • Page 537 STARTING AND OPERATING 535 For example, your vehicle has a recommended cold CAUTION! (parked for more than three hours) tire pressure of 33 psi • The TPMS has been optimized for the original (227 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 28 psi (193 kPa), a tempera- equipment tires and wheels.
  • Page 538: Base System

    536 STARTING AND OPERATING • 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 539 STARTING AND OPERATING 537 A tire pressure monitoring sensor is located in the spare The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes wheel, if the vehicle is equipped with a matching full-size above 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this information. spare wheel and tire assembly.
  • Page 540 538 STARTING AND OPERATING • If your vehicle is not equipped with a matching 3. Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings. full-size spare wheel and tire assembly, it does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor in the spare tire. 4.
  • Page 541: Premium System - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 539 Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash on and off for NOTE: It is particularly important, for you to regularly 75 seconds and then remain on solid. Once you repair check the tire pressure in all of your tires and to maintain or replace the original road tire, and reinstall it on the the proper pressure.
  • Page 542 540 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings NOTE: Your system can be set to display pressure units The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will in PSI, kPa, or BAR. illuminate in the instrument cluster, and an au- dible chime will be activated, when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low.
  • Page 543 STARTING AND OPERATING 541 The system will automatically update, the graphic dis- NOTE: Your system can be set to display pressure units play of the pressure value(s) will stop “flashing,” and the in PSI, kPa, or BAR. “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will extinguish once the updated tire pressure(s) have been received.
  • Page 544 542 STARTING AND OPERATING message will not be present, and a pressure value will be message is then followed by a graphic display, with displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can occur by pressure values still shown. This indicates the pressure any of the following: values are still being received from the TPM Sensors but they may not be located in the correct vehicle position.
  • Page 545 STARTING AND OPERATING 543 Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” as long as none of For each subsequent ignition switch cycle, a chime will road tires are below the low pressure warning thresh- sound, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” old. will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid, and the EVIC will display a SERVICE TPM •...
  • Page 546: General Information

    544 STARTING AND OPERATING General Information The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and following licenses: RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: United States .
  • Page 547: Fuel Requirements

    STARTING AND OPERATING 545 FUEL REQUIREMENTS optimum performance. The use of premium gasoline is not recommended, as it will not provide any benefit over 3.6L Engine – If Equipped regular gasoline in these engines. This engine is designed to meet all emis- sions regulations and provide excellent Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to fuel economy and performance when us-...
  • Page 548: Reformulated Gasoline

    546 STARTING AND OPERATING Reformulated Gasoline CAUTION! Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or gaso- Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and are spe- line containing more than 10% Ethanol. Use of these cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im- blends may result in starting and driveability prob- prove air quality.
  • Page 549: Mmt In Gasoline

    STARTING AND OPERATING 547 If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 MMT In Gasoline fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline •...
  • Page 550: Materials Added To Fuel

    548 STARTING AND OPERATING Materials Added To Fuel CAUTION! (Continued) All gasoline sold in the United States is required to • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to detergents or other additives is not needed under normal overheat.
  • Page 551: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    STARTING AND OPERATING 549 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 552: Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) - If Equipped

    550 STARTING AND OPERATING FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED E-85 General Information The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel ve- hicles only. These vehicles can be identified by a unique fuel filler door label that states Ethanol (E-85) or Un- leaded Gasoline Only.
  • Page 553: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 551 WARNING! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury. Never have any smok- ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov- ing the fuel filler tube cap (gas cap) or filling the tank.
  • Page 554: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles

    552 STARTING AND OPERATING • Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fully When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: compatible with E-85 and may form deposits in your • you do not switch when the fuel gauge indicates less engine.
  • Page 555: Starting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 553 Starting Replacement Parts The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In the designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure range of 0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), you may experience an that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- increase in the time it takes for your engine to start, and...
  • Page 556: Adding Fuel

    554 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located under the headlamp switch). Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is located behind the locking fuel filler door, on the driver’s side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
  • Page 557 STARTING AND OPERATING 555 2. Open the fuel filler door, and remove the fuel filler CAUTION! cap. • Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impu- rities into the fuel system.
  • Page 558 556 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: WARNING! • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near tank is full. the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the •...
  • Page 559: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message

    STARTING AND OPERATING 557 3. Grab popped up outboard edge with other hand to Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message disengage snaps. If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly 4. Remove the storage bin. installed, or damaged, a loose gascap indicator 5.
  • Page 560: Vehicle Loading

    558 STARTING AND OPERATING VEHICLE LOADING Payload The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load Certification Label weight a truck or any given vehicle can carry, including As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- the weight of the driver, all passengers, options and istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label cargo.
  • Page 561 STARTING AND OPERATING 559 Tire Size Loading The tire size on the label represents the actual tire size on The actual total weight and the weight of the front and your vehicle. Replacement tires must be equal to the load rear of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined capacity of this tire size.
  • Page 562 560 STARTING AND OPERATING Improper weight distributions can have an adverse affect on the way your vehicle steers and handles, and the way the brakes operate. CAUTION! Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles.
  • Page 563: Trailer Towing

    STARTING AND OPERATING 561 TRAILER TOWING Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) In this section you will find safety tips and information The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do This includes driver, passengers, cargo and trailer tongue with your vehicle.
  • Page 564 562 STARTING AND OPERATING rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certifica- WARNING! tion Label” in “Starting and Operating” for further information. If the gross trailer weight is 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) or more, it is mandatory to use a weight-distributing WARNING! hitch to ensure stable handling of your vehicle.
  • Page 565 STARTING AND OPERATING 563 Trailer Sway Control Weight-Distributing Hitch The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping A weight-distributing hitch system works by applying link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and leverage through spring (load) bars. They are typically the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- used for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight tion associated with the telescoping motion to dampen...
  • Page 566 564 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • An improperly adjusted weight-distributing hitch system may reduce handling, stability, and brak- ing performance, and could result in a collision. • Weight-distributing hitch systems may not be compatible with Surge Brake Couplers. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for addi- tional information.
  • Page 567 STARTING AND OPERATING 565 With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct) Improper Adjustment of Weight-Distributing Hitch (Incorrect)
  • Page 568: Trailer Hitch Classification

    566 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry trailers weighing over 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) with the Standards optional Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your authorized Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) dealer for package content.
  • Page 569: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 567 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Model Model GCWR (Gross Frontal Area Max. GTW Max. Trailer Combined Wt. Rating) (Gross Trailer Wt.) Tongue Wt.
  • Page 570: Trailer And Tongue Weight

    568 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
  • Page 571: Towing Requirements

    STARTING AND OPERATING 569 NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on (805 km) the new vehicle is driven.
  • Page 572 570 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
  • Page 573 STARTING AND OPERATING 571 − Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe WARNING! (Continued) and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to • Total weight must be distributed between the tow “Tires – General Information” in “Starting and Oper- vehicle and the trailer such that the following four ating”...
  • Page 574 572 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes CAUTION! − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. loaded, it should have its own brakes and they This could cause inadequate braking and possible should be of adequate capacity.
  • Page 575 STARTING AND OPERATING 573 WARNING! (Continued) • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis- tance. When towing, you should allow for addi- tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. Failure to do so could result in a collision.
  • Page 576: Towing Tips

    574 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How- ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the TOW/HAUL mode (if equipped), or a lower gear range, should be selected.
  • Page 577 STARTING AND OPERATING 575 The transmission fluid and filter should be changed if Cooling System you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- of continuous operation. Refer to “Maintenance Sched- heating, take the following actions: ule”...
  • Page 578: Snow Plow

    576 STARTING AND OPERATING SNOW PLOW Snow plows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment should not be added to the front end of your vehicle. The airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the front end structure. The airbags could deploy unexpect- edly or could fail to deploy during a collision.
  • Page 579: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 577 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Rear-Wheel Drive All-Wheel Drive Models Ground Models See Instructions • Transmission in PARK Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED • Transfer case in NEUTRAL (N) •...
  • Page 580: Recreational Towing - Rear-Wheel Drive Models

    578 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing – Rear-Wheel Drive Models 6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for tow- DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain ing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position. will result. CAUTION! Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is allowed ONLY if the rear wheels are OFF the ground.
  • Page 581: Recreational Towing - All-Wheel Drive Models (Two-Speed Transfer Case)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 579 CAUTION! CAUTION! • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission and/or transfer Internal damage to the transmission or transfer case damage. Damage from improper towing is not case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
  • Page 582 580 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Failure to follow these procedures can cause se- You or others could be injured if you leave the vere transmission and/or transfer case damage. vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the Damage from improper towing is not covered NEUTRAL (N) position without first fully engaging under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
  • Page 583 STARTING AND OPERATING 581 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop and shift the 7. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, transmission into PARK. press and hold the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL (N) button (located by the selector switch) for four seconds, 2.
  • Page 584 582 STARTING AND OPERATING 8. After the shift is completed and the NEUTRAL (N) CAUTION! light stays on, release the NEUTRAL (N) button. Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- 9. Start the engine. mission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case in 10.
  • Page 585 STARTING AND OPERATING 583 NOTE: Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) • Steps 1 through 6 are requirements that must be met Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for prior to pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must normal usage: continue to be met until the shift has been completed.
  • Page 586 584 STARTING AND OPERATING 6. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, 8. After the NEUTRAL (N) button has been released, the press and hold the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL (N) transfer case will shift to the position identified by the button (located by the selector switch) for one second.
  • Page 587 STARTING AND OPERATING 585 • The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position 16. The Keyless Enter-N-Go button (if equipped) may now be reinstalled if desired. Refer to “Starting for a transfer case shift to take place and for the Procedures/Keyless Enter-N-Go”...
  • Page 589: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....589 Jump-Starting ......607 ▫...
  • Page 590 588 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ▫ All-Wheel Drive Models ....618...
  • Page 591: Hazard Warning Flashers

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 589 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even switch bank just above the climate controls. though the ignition is placed in the OFF position.
  • Page 592: If Your Engine Overheats

    590 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations, you can reduce the heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- to high.
  • Page 593 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 591 WARNING! You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
  • Page 594: Jacking And Tire Changing

    592 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) • Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is WARNING! on a jack. • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the •...
  • Page 595: Jack Location

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 593 Jack Location Rotate the thumb screw on the jack to loosen the assem- The scissor-type jack and tire changing tools are located bly and remove the jack from the bracket. in rear cargo area, below the load floor. Thumb Screw Location Jack Storage Location...
  • Page 596: Spare Tire Stowage

    594 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Stowage The spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mechanism. To remove or stow the spare, use the jack handle/lug wrench connected to the square socket extension to rotate the “spare tire drive”...
  • Page 597: Spare Tire Removal

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 595 Spare Tire Removal 1. Remove the jack tools from the bag. 2. Raise the rubber mat and remove the plug from storage compartment floor. 3. Fit the jack handle extension over the drive nut. Use the lug wrench handle and extension to completely lower the spare tire.
  • Page 598 596 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Slide the tire out from under the vehicle and rotate it 5. Spread the retaining tabs on the plastic plate and pull vertically behind the rear bumper. the metal stamping toward you to release it from the plastic plate.
  • Page 599 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 597 6. Slide the metal stamping up the steel extension tube 7. Pinch the three short and two long tubes to remove the and winch cable. Rotate the metal stamping and push it protective plate from the steel spare wheel. through the hole in the plastic plate and wheel.
  • Page 600: Preparations For Jacking

    598 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, away from traffic. Jacking Instructions WARNING! WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to vehicle closest to moving traffic, pull far enough off help prevent personal injury or damage to your...
  • Page 601 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 599 WARNING! (Continued) • Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a jack. • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. Jack Warning Label • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. •...
  • Page 602 600 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by 3. For the front axle, place the jack on the body flange turning them to the left, one turn, while the wheel is still just behind the front tire as indicated by the triangular lift on the ground.
  • Page 603 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 601 4. For a rear tire, place the jack in the slot on the rear tie-down bracket, just forward of the rear tire (as indi- cated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding).
  • Page 604 602 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire. WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it.
  • Page 605 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 603 CAUTION! WARNING! Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the do not fully tighten the wheel nuts until the vehicle spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
  • Page 606 604 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 10. Remove the small center cap and position the alumi- 11. Insert the two long tubes on the plastic protective num road wheel behind rear bumper with the “beauty plate in the lug holes of the road wheel. Push the end of side”...
  • Page 607 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 605 12. Slide the road wheel on the ground using the protec- NOTE: Double check to ensure the tire is snug against tive plate until it is directly under the winch and between the underbody of the vehicle. Damage to the winch cable the rear bumper and exhaust system heat shields.
  • Page 608: Road Tire Installation

    606 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 14. Reinstall the plastic plug into the floor of the cargo WARNING! area. Roll up and store the Jack, Tool Kit and Tire Changing Instructions. Reinstall the cover for the jack in To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, the rear storage bin.
  • Page 609: Jump-Starting

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 607 JUMP-STARTING CAUTION! If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster other booster source with a system voltage greater pack.
  • Page 610: Preparations For Jump-Start

    608 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jump-Start WARNING! The battery in your vehicle is located under the passen- • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ger’s front seat. There are remote locations located under the hood to assist in jump-starting. ever the hood is raised.
  • Page 611: Jump-Starting Procedure

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 609 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive CAUTION! (+) battery post. Pull upward on the cover to remove it. Failure to follow these procedures could result in 4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the or the discharged vehicle.
  • Page 612 610 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable WARNING! from the remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark 10.
  • Page 613: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 611 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE CAUTION! If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand or mud, it can • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- often be moved by a rocking motion. Move the shift lever rhythmically between DRIVE and REVERSE while ap- tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the plying slight pressure to the accelerator.
  • Page 614 612 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi- cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near...
  • Page 615: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 613 EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, there will be • Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck one in the rear and two mounted on the front of the vehicle.
  • Page 616: Shift Lever Override

    614 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE 4. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, carefully remove If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be the shift lever override access cover, located on the moved out of the PARK position, you can use the bottom of the cupholder.
  • Page 617 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 615 5. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 6. Using the screwdriver or similar tool, reach into the opening and press and hold the shift lever override down. 7. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position. 8.
  • Page 618: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    616 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. If the transmission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing”...
  • Page 619: Towing Without The Ignition Key Fob

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 617 Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for the purpose, following equip- Do not attempt to use sling type equipment when ment manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 620: Rear-Wheel Drive Models

    618 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Rear-Wheel Drive Models If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. 15 miles (24 km), tow with the rear wheels OFF the ground.
  • Page 621 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 619 If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transfer CAUTION! case is operable, the vehicles with a two-speed transfer • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. case may be towed (in the forward direction, with ALL wheels on the ground), IF the transfer case is in NEU- Internal damage to the transmission or transfer TRAL and the transmission is in PARK.
  • Page 623: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil ......632 Engine Compartment — 3.6L ... . . 623 ▫...
  • Page 624 622 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Cooling System ..... 644 ▫ Halogen Headlamps – If Equipped ..672 ▫...
  • Page 625: Engine Compartment - 3.6L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 623 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator) 4 —...
  • Page 626: Engine Compartment - 5.7L

    624 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator) 4 —...
  • Page 627: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 625 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 628: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message

    626 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a loose gascap indicator will display in the EVIC telltale display area. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
  • Page 629: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 627 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test, PROGRAMS which you can use prior to going to the test station. To In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
  • Page 630 628 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will If your OBD II system is not ready, you should see your happen: authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, a.
  • Page 631: Replacement Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 629 REPLACEMENT PARTS Use of genuine MOPAR parts for normal/scheduled maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to en- sure the designed performance. Damage or failures caused by the use of non-MOPAR parts for maintenance and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.
  • Page 632: Dealer Service

    630 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE WARNING! Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service You can be badly injured working on or around a operations in an expert manner. Service Manuals are motor vehicle.
  • Page 633: Maintenance Procedures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 631 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! (Continued) The pages that follow contain the required maintenance • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids services determined by the engineers who designed your that protect the performance and durability of vehicle.
  • Page 634: Engine Oil

    632 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil CAUTION! Checking Oil Level Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at your engine.
  • Page 635 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 633 Engine Oil Selection CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions, the Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer- chemicals can damage your engine.
  • Page 636 634 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity – 5.7L Engine Synthetic Engine Oils SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating You may use synthetic engine oils if the recommended oil temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature quality requirements are met, and the recommended starting and vehicle fuel economy.
  • Page 637: Engine Oil Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 635 Engine Oil Filter WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every oil change. The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine Engine Oil Filter Selection backfire.
  • Page 638: Maintenance-Free Battery

    636 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use tenance required.
  • Page 639: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 637 Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • It is essential when replacing the cables on the should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should battery that the positive cable is attached to the include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance positive post and the negative cable is attached to...
  • Page 640: Body Lubrication

    638 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and is an ozone-saving product. approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- However, the manufacturer recommends that air condi- tioning system.
  • Page 641: Windshield Wiper Blades

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 639 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 642 640 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation NOTE: The rear wiper arm cannot be raised fully upward unless the pivot cap is raised first. 1. Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm upward, this will allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off of the 2.
  • Page 643: Adding Washer Fluid

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 641 5. Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap into place. Adding Washer Fluid On vehicles equipped with a Electronic Vehicle Informa- tion Center (EVIC), the low washer fluid level will be indicated. When the sensor detects a low fluid level, the windshield will light on the vehicle graphic outline and the “WASHER FLUID LOW”...
  • Page 644: Exhaust System

    642 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- rating information can be found on most washer fluid haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- containers. aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep WARNING! into the passenger compartment.
  • Page 645 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 643 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park • Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your over materials that can burn. Such materials might vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. be grass or leaves coming into contact with your In the event of engine malfunction, particularly exhaust system.
  • Page 646: Cooling System

    644 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic against you. testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
  • Page 647 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 645 Engine Coolant Checks If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti- Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where bottle.
  • Page 648 646 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • This vehicle has not been designed for use with • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze), other than Propylene Glycol-based engine coolant (anti- the specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), freeze). Use of Propylene Glycol-based engine may result in engine damage and may decrease coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended.
  • Page 649 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 647 When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- • The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where Antifreeze/ Coolant 5–Year/100,000 Mile Formula the vehicle is operated.
  • Page 650 648 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant WARNING! Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is • The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal cooling system pressure cap are a safety precau- rules for your community.
  • Page 651 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 649 The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is If an examination of your engine compartment shows no no need to remove the radiator cap, unless checking for evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing en- safely driven.
  • Page 652: Brake System

    650 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery WARNING! bottle 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 653 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 651 With disc brakes, the fluid level can be expected to fall as WARNING! (Continued) the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that should be conducted.
  • Page 654: Front/Rear Axle Fluid

    652 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The front axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to WARNING! (Continued) 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m). • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could CAUTION! be damaged, causing partial or complete brake Do not over tighten the plugs as it could damage...
  • Page 655: Transfer Case

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 653 Adding Fluid CAUTION! Add fluid at the filler hole, until it runs out of the hole, when the vehicle is in a level position. Do not over tighten the plugs as it could damage then and cause them to leak. Drain First remove fill plug, then remove drain plug.
  • Page 656: Automatic Transmission

    654 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Transmission CAUTION! Selection Of Lubricant Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter mance.
  • Page 657 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 655 CAUTION! CAUTION! • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- nents. Such damage is not covered by the New ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque Vehicle Limited Warranty.
  • Page 658 656 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check – 5.7L Engine 6. Remove the dipstick again, and note the fluid level on Check the fluid level while the transmission is at normal both sides. The fluid level should be between the “HOT” operating temperature.
  • Page 659: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 657 passable in snow and ice, and those that are sprayed on CAUTION! trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Be aware that if the fluid temperature is below 50°F (10°C) it may not register on the dipstick.
  • Page 660 658 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Washing CAUTION! • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or a mild such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with scratch metal and painted surfaces.
  • Page 661 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 659 • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, Wheel And Wheel Trim Care touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and considered the responsibility of the owner.
  • Page 662 660 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If Interior Care Equipped Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- upholstery and carpeting. ner: Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp •...
  • Page 663 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 661 taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- your leather upholstery.
  • Page 664 662 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses Seat Belt Maintenance The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care solvents or abrasive cleaners.
  • Page 665: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 663 FUSES Totally Integrated Power Module The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A description of each fuse and compo- nent may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
  • Page 666 664 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Trailer Tow 30 Amp Headlamp Wash Pink Pink Relay Contact 25 Amp Driver Door Node 30 Amp Drive Train Control Natural Pink Module 25 Amp Passenger Door...
  • Page 667 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 665 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Powertrain Control 20 Amp Electronic Limit Blue Module/Powertrain Yellow Slip Differential/ Control Module Air Suspension Transmission Range 20 Amp Liftgate Unlock/ 60 Amp Radiator Fan Motor Yellow DRL Relay...
  • Page 668 666 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp Video/Universal 20 Amp Power Seat Blue Garage Door Yellow Module(s)/ Opener Adaptive Cruise Control/Audio 10 Amp Heating, Ventilation Telematics/Daytime & Air Conditioning Running Lights (Climate Control Relay/Air Suspen-...
  • Page 669 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 667 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp Instrument Cluster 10 Amp Ignition Switch/ Blue Wireless Control Module/Keyless 20 Amp Automatic Entry Module Yellow Shutdown 3 15 Amp Powertrain 10 Amp Horns (Low/High) Blue Controller/...
  • Page 670 668 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Powertrain 20 Amp Power Outlet Controller/ Yellow Transmission 10 Amp Antilock Brakes/ Controller Stability Control 10 Amp Park Assist System Module/ Module/Climate Stoplamp Switch Control System Sensor...
  • Page 671 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 669 CAUTION! • When installing the totally integrated power mod- ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the totally integrated power module and possibly result in a electrical system failure.
  • Page 672: Vehicle Storage

    670 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery. You may: • Remove fuse #J13 in the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) labeled Main Ignition Off Draw (IOD). •...
  • Page 673: Replacement Bulbs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 671 REPLACEMENT BULBS Front Side Marker Lamps ... . W5W or 194 Rear Turn/Stop/Tail Lamps ....3057 Liftgate Tail Lamps .
  • Page 674: Bulb Replacement

    672 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT NOTE: On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis- charge (HID) headlamps, when the headlamps are turned High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) – If on, there is a blue hue to the lamps. This diminishes and Equipped becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as the The headlamps are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
  • Page 675: Front Turn Signal

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 673 Front Turn Signal Front Fog Lamps 1. Open the hood. 1. Reach through the cutout in the splash shield and disconnect the wiring harness from the fog lamp connector. 2. Turn the turn signal bulb one–quarter turn counter- clockwise to remove from housing.
  • Page 676: Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamps

    674 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamps CAUTION! (Continued) 1. Raise the liftgate. • Always use the correct bulb size and type for replacement. An incorrect bulb size or type may 2. Remove the two push-pins from the tail lamp housing. overheat and cause damage to the lamp, the socket 3.
  • Page 677: Rear Liftgate Mounted Tail Lamp

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 675 4. Twist socket counter clockwise and remove from 4. Tail lamps are now visible. Rotate socket(s) counter lamp. clockwise. 5. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. 5. Remove/replace bulb(s). 6. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the 6.
  • Page 678: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)

    676 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Rear License Lamp The center high-mounted stop lamp is an LED assembly. 1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the See your authorized dealer for replacement. snap tab to remove the license lamp lens.
  • Page 679: Fluid Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 677 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 3.6L and 5.7L Engines 24 Gallons 91 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters 5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 3.6L Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/Antifreeze...
  • Page 680 678 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE U.S. Metric 3.6L Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/Antifreeze 12 Quarts 11.4 Liters 5-Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) – Front and Rear Heat With Trailer Tow Package 5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/Antifreeze 16 Quarts 15.2 Liters 5-Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) – Front and Rear Heat Without Trailer Tow Package 5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/Antifreeze 17 Quarts...
  • Page 681: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 679 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
  • Page 682: Chassis

    680 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Transfer Case – 3.6L Engine Shell Automatic Transmission Fluid 3353 or equivalent. Transfer Case – 5.7L Engine MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
  • Page 683 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..684 Maintenance Schedule ....682...
  • Page 684 682 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis- manual must be done at the times or mileages specified played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best indicating that an oil change is necessary.
  • Page 685 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 683 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 vehicle’s “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In- oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom- even if the oil change indicator message is NOT...
  • Page 686 684 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 687 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 685 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 688: Service Schedule

    686 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 689 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 687 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 690 688 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 691 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 689 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 692 690 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 88,000 miles (143 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
  • Page 693 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 691 96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 96,000 miles (156 000 km). ❏...
  • Page 694 692 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or 112,000 Miles (182,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 695 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 693 120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 120,000 miles (195 000 km). ❏...
  • Page 696 694 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or Schedule 102 Months Maintenance ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 697 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 695 144,000 Miles (234,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or Schedule 114 Months Maintenance ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
  • Page 698 696 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES † 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 699: If You Need Consumer Assistance

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle......699 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
  • Page 700 698 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 708 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......708 ▫...
  • Page 701: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 699 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
  • Page 702: If You Need Assistance

    700 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • If an authorized dealership is unable to resolve the IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized dealers are vitally concern, you may contact the manufacturer’s customer interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy center.
  • Page 703: Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 701 Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require P.O. Box 1621 assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Phone: (800) 465–2001 English / (800) 387–9983 French and for Voice callers, dial 1 800 855-0511 to connect with a Bell Relay Service operator.
  • Page 704 702 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service WARNING! contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain manufacturer’s service contract.
  • Page 705: Warranty Information

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 703 WARRANTY INFORMATION See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
  • Page 706: Mopar Parts

    704 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE MOPAR PARTS MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle operating at its best.
  • Page 707: Reporting Safety Defects

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 705 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C. 9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should...
  • Page 708: Publication Order Forms

    706 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Diagnostic Procedure Manuals PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with dia- website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi- tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians cepted.
  • Page 709 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 707 Call toll free at: • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) Visit us on the Worldwide Web at: • www.techauthority.com...
  • Page 710: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire

    708 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 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 711: Temperature Grades

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 709 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.
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  • Page 715: Vehicle

    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 716 Chrysler Group LLC 5th Edition Printed in U.S.A. 12WD01-126-AE...

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