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Page 1 Durango 2 0 1 4 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of fea- With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler tures and equipment that are either standard or optional on Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler this vehicle.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..8 ROLLOVER WARNING ....5 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION particularly those used for braking, steering, transmis- sion, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group handles on different road surfaces. Your driving skills LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision will improve with experience.
Page 7: Rollover Warning
INTRODUCTION 5 read these publications carefully. Following the instruc- higher center of gravity, if this vehicle is out of control it tions and recommendations in this manual will help may roll over when some other vehicles may not. assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or other unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it...
Page 8: How To Use This Manual
6 INTRODUCTION Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts pro- HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL vided is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section U.S. government notes that the universal use of existing contains the information you desire.
Page 9 INTRODUCTION 7...
Page 10: Vehicle Identification Number
8 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS vehicle. Save this label for a convenient record of your vehicle identification number and optional equipment. This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle.
Page 11: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 9 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 13: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ To Arm The System .....20 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .14 ▫...
Page 14 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement ...26 LIFTGATE ......44 ▫...
Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System ▫ Child Restraints ..... . .83 (BeltAlert®) .
Page 16: A Word About Your Keys
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) has four operating positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ON/RUN.
Page 17: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 The emergency key is also for locking the glove box. You can keep the emergency key with you when valet park- ing. To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 18: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Or Accessory On Message Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind you to cycle the ignition to OFF. In addition to the chime, the ignition or accessory on message will display in the cluster.
Page 19: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave children or animals inside parked • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle. cause serious injury or death.
Page 20 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system uses the factory-mated Key Fob with Remote seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electron- Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and Wireless Ignition ics. Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon Node (WIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.
Page 21: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 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 22: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference that may be NOTE: The Panic and Security alarms are quite differ- received, including interference that may cause unde- ent. Please take a moment to activate the Panic and the sired operation.
Page 23: Rearming The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the horn after three minutes, turn off all of the visual signals vehicle: after 15 minutes, and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself.
Page 24: Tamper Alert
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N- system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previ- Go™, insert a valid key into the ignition switch and ously described arming sequences has occurred, the turn the key to the ON position.
Page 25: Illuminated Entry
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the ILLUMINATED ENTRY dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat” position The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the (extreme bottom position). Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the doors or open any door.
Page 26: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” under “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter.
Page 27: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Headlight Illumination On Approach Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter. are locked with the RKE transmitter.
Page 28: Programming Additional Transmitters
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: • The interior lights will turn off if you cycle the ignition • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the Batteries could contain dangerous materials. Please Panic Alarm is activated.
Page 29: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade 3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a of the RKE transmitter apart.
Page 30: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference received, REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED including interference that may cause undesired op- eration. This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved niently from outside the vehicle while still by the party responsible for compliance could void the...
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • Doors closed WARNING! • Hood closed • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or • Liftgate/Flipper Glass closed confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon- oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon •...
Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar NOTE: • Remote Start Aborted — Liftgate Ajar • If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds. •...
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The NOTE: Vehicle • For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter-N- Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or Go™ feature, the ignition switch must be in the allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle.
Page 34: Door Locks
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE vented seat feature will automatically turn on when the inside door handle to the first detent. To unlock the rear remote start is activated. These features will stay on doors, pull the door lock knob on the door trim panel through the duration of remote start or until the ignition upward.
Page 35: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Power Door Locks WARNING! The power door lock switch is located on each front door • For personal security and safety in the event of an panel. Press the switch to lock or unlock the doors. collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
Page 36: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you press the door lock switch while the ignition stopped and in PARK or NEUTRAL. Refer to position is ACC or ON/RUN and the driver or front “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- passenger’s door is open, the doors will not lock.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Child-Protection Door Lock Location Child-Protection Door Lock Function 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).
Page 38: Keyless Enter-N-Go
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock knob up (unlocked position), roll down the raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock window and open the door with the outside door handle.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 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 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel NOTE: If the vehicle is unlocked then the liftgate will switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors open with the handle and no RKE Transmitter is required have been closed the vehicle checks the inside and outside of the vehicle for any valid Passive Entry RKE...
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 To Lock The Liftgate With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the passive entry lock button located to the right of electronic liftgate handle. NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press”...
Page 42: Windows
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do NOT grab the door handle, when pressing the door NOTE: handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s). • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait 2 seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 passenger door/rear doors which operates the front The power window switches remain active for up to 10 passenger/rear passenger door windows. The window minutes after the ignition switch has been turned OFF. controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To stop the window from going all the way up during the Auto Up operation, push down on the switch briefly. To close the window part way, lift the window switch to the first detent and release when you want the window to stop.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 NOTE: If the window runs into any obstacle during Resetting The Auto Up Feature Auto Up it will reverse direction and then go back down. Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window Remove the obstacle and use the window switch again to probably needs to be reset.
Page 46: Wind Buffeting
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Window Lockout Button Wind Buffeting The Window Lockout button on the driver’s door allows Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of you to disable the window controls on the rear doors. To pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the disable the window controls on the rear doors, press the ears.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in EVIC, all doors will unlock when you push the button on the liftgate. If Unlock Driver Door 1st press is pro- grammed in Uconnect®, the liftgate will unlock when you press the button on the liftgate For further informa- tion, refer to “Uconnect®”...
Page 48: Power Liftgate - If Equipped
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The power liftgate may also be opened or closed by WARNING! pressing the LIFTGATE button located on the front overhead console, or closed by pressing the LIFTGATE Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous button located on left rear trim panel, near the liftgate exhaust gases into your vehicle.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 NOTE: NOTE: • In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an • The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph the liftgate.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The power liftgate must be in the full open position for • If your liftgate is power closing and you put the rear liftgate close button on the left rear trim, near the vehicle in gear, the liftgate will continue to power liftgate opening to operate.
Page 51: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 • An energy-absorbing steering column and steering OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS wheel Some of the most important safety features in your • Knee bolsters for front seat occupants vehicle are the restraint systems: • Three-point lap and shoulder belts for the driver and •...
Page 52 50 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 • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 If a child from 2 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 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- could cause serious injury, including death.
Page 55: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown WARNING! from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle.
Page 56: Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. a bit on the shoulder belt.
Page 59: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retrac- The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- tor will withdraw any slack in the belt.
Page 60: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.
Page 61: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is Driver Center Passenger equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows CRS Lock CRS Lock CRS Lock the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward First Row position without pushing the release button.
Page 62: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort- 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. ably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section.
Page 63: Energy Management Feature
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Seat Belt Pretensioners WARNING! The seat belts for both front seating positions are • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
Page 64: Supplemental Active Head Restraints (Ahr)
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in These head restraints are passive, deployable compo- certain types of rear impacts.
Page 65: Resetting Active Head Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 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 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. Hand Positioning Points On AHR 2.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 AHR In Reset Position 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism NOTE: 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock • If you have difficulties or problems resetting the Active into the back decorative plastic half.
Page 68: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert®)
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (BeltAlert®) (8 km/h), BeltAlert® will provide both audio and visual notification. BeltAlert® is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger The front passenger seat BeltAlert®...
Page 69: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts Using a seat belt extender when not needed can in- throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is crease the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE panel below the steering column and a Knee Bolster NOTE: The Driver and Front Passenger Advanced Front below the glove compartment. Air Bags are certified to the new Federal regulations for Advanced Air Bags. The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC Air Bag System Components air bags are located above the side windows and their Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag covers are labeled: SRS AIRBAG.
Page 72: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front and Side Impact Sensors WARNING! • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, • No objects should be placed over or near the air and Seat Track Position Sensors bag on the instrument panel, because any such Advanced Front Air Bag Features objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a...
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may deploys independently;...
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during air bag deployment. • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 windows, or area where the SAB or SABIC air bags WARNING! (Continued) inflate, even if they are in an infant or child restraint. • Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects Always sit upright as possible with your back against the between you and the SAB;...
Page 76: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag are designed to provide additional protec- The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag provides tion by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal enhanced protection and works together with the Driver collisions depending on several factors, including the Advanced Front Air Bag during a frontal impact.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 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 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE are possible, based on several factors, including the WARNING! collision type and severity. The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags their full size.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 The ORC determines if a side collision requires the side air bag, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of air bags to inflate, based on the severity and type of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the Supplemental collision.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE enough force to injure you if you are not belted and Enhanced Accident Response System seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if where the SABIC inflates.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. functions after an event, the ignition switch must be However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a changed from IGN ON to IGN OFF.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! WARNING! Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, • Modifications to any part of the air bag system seat belt pretensioners, and the front seat belt retrac- could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag You will want to have the air bags ready to system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may inflate for your protection in a collision.
Page 84: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • How various systems in your vehicle were operating; NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.
Page 85: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. seat Owner’s Manual to make sure you have the correct In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, seat for your child.
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Recommended Type of Child Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Restraint Small Children Children who are at least two years Forward-Facing Child Restraint with old or who have out-grown the a five-point Harness, facing forward height or weight limit of their rear- in the rear seat of the vehicle facing child restraint...
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat. Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until WARNING! they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear facing child safety seat.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of WARNING! their rear-facing convertible child seat. Children should • Improper installation can lead to failure of an remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height infant or child restraint.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seatback, should use the seat belt in a rear seat. Use this 5. Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? simple 5-step test to decide whether the child can use the If the answer to any of these questions was “no,”...
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – LATCH – Child + Child Lower Anchors Seat Belt + Top Lower Anchors Seat Belt Only Restraint...
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system Restraint System has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats. There are two lower anchorages located at the back of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position.
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle 60/40 Second Row Captains Chairs Second Row Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until the weight of the child restraint) for using the combined weight of the child and the child LATCH anchorage system to attach the restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Can two child restraints be attached us- Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with two ing a common lower LATCH or more child restraints. If the center posi- anchorage? tion does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchorages in an out-...
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 strap anchorages behind the rear seat, pull the carpeted floor panel away from the seat back, this will expose the top tether strap anchorages. Captains Chair LATCH Anchorages Locating The LATCH Anchorages Pulling Down The Carpet Floor Panel To Access Top In addition, there are tether strap anchorages Tether Strap...
Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage.
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Center Seat LATCH — Second Row 60/40 Vehicles With A Center Arm Rest Tether Do not install a child restraint in the center position using For rearward facing infant seats secured in the center seat the LATCH system.
Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Raise the armrest and attach the tether hook to the strap located on the front of the arm rest. Center Seat Position Arm Rest Tether 2. Pull down on the tether to unhook it from the plastic seat backing.
Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 To Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint 4. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- 1. If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- ing position.
Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt WARNING! When using the LATCH attaching system to install a Improper installation of a child restraint to the child restraint, stow all ALR seat belts that are not being LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re- used by other occupants or being used to secure child straint.
Page 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat retract back into the retractor. If it is locked, the ALR will Belt make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back into the retractor. For additional information on ALR, The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are refer to the “Automatic Locking Mode”...
Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle 60/40 Second Row Captains Chairs Second Row...
Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + Weight limit of the Always use the tether anchor when using weight of the child restraint) for using the Child Restraint the seat belt to install a forward facing child Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a restraint, up to the recommended weight forward facing child restraint?
Page 106 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
Page 107 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether 1.
Page 108 106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether trouble tightening the seat belt.
Page 109 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage 1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage. You may need to move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchorage.
Page 110 108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts.
Page 111 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 Top Tether Strap Mounting (Captain’s Chair) Top Tether Strap Mounting (60/40 Seat) 6. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 112: Engine Break-In Recommendations
110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses WARNING! or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts. The top tether anchorages are not visible until the ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS gap panel is folded down.
Page 113: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to SAFETY TIPS “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”. Transporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO CAUTION! AREA. Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result.
Page 114: Exhaust Gas
112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and • If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/ using a seat belt properly. rear doors open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is Exhaust Gas set at high speed.
Page 115: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113 damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open Air Bag Warning Light seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, The light should come on and remain on for inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the for lubrication or oil change.
Page 116 114 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Floor Mat Safety Information WARNING! (Continued) Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your • Never place or install floor mats or other floor vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they secured to prevent them from moving and interfer-...
Page 117: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 115 lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts WARNING! (Continued) and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
Page 119: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With MIRRORS ......124 Memory Seat Only) —...
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped ..142 ▫ Folding Third Row ....162 ▫...
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped ..173 ▫ Flash-To-Pass ......179 ▫...
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Heated Steering Wheel With Uconnect® ▫ To Activate ......198 8.4/8.4A .
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 ▫ Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode . . .215 ▫ ParkSense® System Usage Precautions..230 FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) WITH PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF MITIGATION —...
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code ..242 ▫ Sunshade Operation....249 ▫...
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 ▫ Rear Full Center Console (If Equipped) ..260 REAR WINDOW FEATURES ....269 ▫ Rear Mini Center Console (If Equipped) ..264 ▫...
Page 126: Mirrors
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
Page 127: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be WARNING! adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare convex mirror will look smaller and farther away from vehicles behind you.
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Assist Call The rear view mirror contains an ASSIST push button which automatically connects the vehicle occupants to one of several predefined locations for immediate sup- port: • Roadside Assistance – If you get a flat tire, or need a tow, just press the Assist button and you’ll be con- nected to someone who can help.
Page 129: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 9-1-1 Call Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrors — If Equipped Report an accident without taking your eyes off the road. The drivers outside mirror will automatically adjust for Just press 9-1-1 on your mirror and connect. glare from vehicles behind you.
Page 130: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the optional Memory Seat Feature. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further information. Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice.
Page 131: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 slightly downward from the present position when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE. Outside mirrors will then return to the original position when the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE position. Each stored memory setting will have an associated Tilt Mirrors in Reverse position.
Page 132: Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm) - If Equipped
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF EQUIPPED The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to detect highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the rear/front/side of the vehicle.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 • The BSM system detection zone DOES NOT change if The BSM detection zone covers approximately one lane on both sides of the vehicle (12 ft or 3.8 m). The zone your vehicle is towing a trailer. Therefore, visually starts at the outside rear view mirror and extends ap- verify the adjacent lane is clear for both your vehicle proximately 23 ft (7 m) to the rear of the vehicle.
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sensor Location (Driver Side Shown) BSM Warning Light The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three detection zones by illuminating the BSM warning light different entry points (Side, Rear, Front) while driving to located in the outside mirrors in addition to sounding an see if an alert is necessary.
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Entering From The Side Entering From The Rear Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side of the vehicle. side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed of less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning light will be illuminated.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Overtaking/Passing Stationary Objects 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 138: Rear Cross Path
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) 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 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the system will not be able to alert the driver. When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE, the driver is alerted using both the visual and audible alarms, including reducing the radio volume.
Page 140: Modes Of Operation
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Modes Of Operation view mirror based on a detected object. However, when the system is operating in RCP, the system will respond Modes Of Operation With EVIC with both visual and audible alerts when a detected Three selectable modes of operation are available in the object is present.
Page 141: Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 NOTE: NOTE: The BSM system will store the current operating mode when the vehicle is shut off. Each time the vehicle • Whenever an audible alert is requested by the BSM is started the previously stored mode will be recalled and system, the radio volume is reduced.
Page 142: Power Seats - If Equipped
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release when the desired position has been reached. the switch when the desired position is reached. Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down WARNING! The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down.
Page 144: Passenger's Power Seat - If Equipped
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down CAUTION! The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull Do not place any article under a power seat or upward or push downward on the seat switch, the seat impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to will move in the direction of the switch.
Page 145: Manual Front Passenger Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 the lumbar support. Pushing upward or downward on Manual Front Passenger Seat Forward/Rearward the switch will raise and lower the position of the Adjustment support. Some models may be equipped with a manual front passenger seat.
Page 146: Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment - Recline
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar located under Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment — the seat cushion and move the seat forward or rearward. Recline Release the bar once you have reached the desired To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the position.
Page 147: Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which could result in serious injury or death. Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature —...
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Heated Seats With Uconnect® 5.0 — If WARNING! Equipped • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin There are two heated seat switches that allow the driver because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, and passenger to operate the seats independently.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 system will automatically switch to LO-level after a maximum of 60 minutes of continuous operation. At that time, the display will change from HI to LO, indicating the change. The LO-level setting will turn OFF automati- cally after a maximum of 45 minutes.
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE system will automatically switch to LO-level after a maximum of 60 minutes of continuous operation. At that time, the display will change from HI to LO, indicating the change. The LO-level setting will turn OFF automati- cally after a maximum of 45 minutes.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Press the switch once to select HIGH-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select LOW-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements OFF. NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within two to five minutes.
Page 152: Front Ventilated Seats With Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4An - If Equipped
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Ventilated Seats With Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4AN — If Equipped On some models, both the driver and passenger seats are ventilated. Located in the seat cushion and seatback are small fans that draw the air from the passenger compart- ment and pull air through fine perforations in the seat cover to help keep the driver and front passenger cooler in higher ambient temperatures.
Page 153: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting System Active Head Restraints — Front Seats — If Equipped” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- Vehicle” for further information. nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily identified by any markings, only through visual inspec- Head Restraints...
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push forward and rearward. To tilt the head restraint closer to button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the downward on the head restraint.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 • 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 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 are ward on the head restraint to lower it. struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose cargo.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Power Folding Third Row Head Restraints WARNING! For improved visibility when in reverse, the third row Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered head restraints can be folded using the Uconnect® Sys- position could result in serious injury or death in a tem.
Page 158: 60/40 Split Rear Seat
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 60/40 Split Rear Seat 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 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Easy Access For Third Row 2. Tumble the seat forward using the pull strap located behind the seatback. Either side of the rear seat can be tumbled forward to allow passengers to easily access the third row seats. 1.
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) row seat. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury. To Raise Rear Seat Tumbled the seat rearward and lock it into place. WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position.
Page 161: Rear Captain Chairs - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 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 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Easy Access For Third Row 2. Tumble the seat forward using the pull strap located behind the seatback. Either side of the rear seat can be tumbled forward to allow passengers to easily access the third row seats. 1.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 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 164: Folding Third Row
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 165: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with two RKE trans- mitters. One RKE transmitter can be linked to memory position 1 and the other transmitter can be linked to memory position 2. The memory seat switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel.
Page 167: Programming The Memory Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Programming The Memory Feature 4. Within 5 seconds, press and release either of the memory buttons (1) or (2). The Electronic Vehicle NOTE: To create a new memory profile, perform the Information Center (EVIC) will display which following: memory position has been set.
Page 168: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: Before programming your RKE transmitters you must select the “Remote Linked to Memory” feature • Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center PARK, but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center memory profile.
Page 169: Memory Position Recall
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 3. Once the profile has been recalled, press and release Driver One Memory Position Recall the SET (S) button on the memory switch, then press • To recall the memory settings for driver one using the and release button (1) or (2) accordingly.
Page 170: Easy Entry/Exit Seat
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE recall is cancelled, the driver’s seat, driver’s mirror and rear stop. The seat will return to its previously set the pedals stop moving. A delay of one second will occur position when you place the ignition into the ACC or before another recall can be selected.
Page 171: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 NOTE: The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled when the vehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy Entry/Exit feature is enabled (or later disabled) through the programmable features in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Page 172: Lights
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 NOTE: • Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore differ- ent lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
Page 174: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for This system automatically turns the headlights on or off further information. according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the NOTE: When your headlights come on during the day- AUTO position.
Page 175: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 NOTE: ignition is switched to the OFF or ACC position or the parking brake is engaged. The headlight switch must be • If the windshield or automatic high beam mirror is used for normal nighttime driving. replaced, the automatic high beam mirror must be re-aimed to ensure proper performance.
Page 176: Parking Lights And Panel Lights
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles equipped with an Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) or a Uconnect® system screen. Refer to “Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Customer- Programmable Features” or “Customer- Programmable Features —...
Page 177: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Interior Lights to its farthest position up until you hear a click. This feature is termed the “Parade” mode and is useful when Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front headlights are required during the day.
Page 178: Lights-On Reminder
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lights-On Reminder NOTE: Battery saver mode is cancelled if the ignition is If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound when Front Map/Reading Lights the driver’s door is opened.
Page 179: Courtesy Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Each light can be turned on by pressing a switch on either Courtesy Lights side of the console. These buttons are backlit for night The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top time visibility.
Page 180: Ambient Light
178 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 181: Turn Signals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Turn Signals Lane Change Assist Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 182: Windshield Wipers And Washers
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer controls are located on the multifunction lever on the left side of the steering col- umn. The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located on the end of the lever. For information on the rear wiper/washer, refer to “Rear Window Features”...
Page 183: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 CAUTION! Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the “park” position. If the windshield wiper switch is turned off, and the blades cannot return to the “park” position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.
Page 184: Windshield Washer Operation
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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. Intermittent Wiper Operation NOTE: If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled.
Page 185: Mist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 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 186: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Rain Sensing feature may not function properly Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped when ice, or dried salt water is present on the wind- This feature senses moisture on the windshield and shield.
Page 187: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 • Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When the TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN ignition is ON, and the automatic transmission is in This feature allows you to tilt the steering column the NEUTRAL position, the Rain Sensing system will upward or downward.
Page 188: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To unlock the steering column, push the lever downward POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN (toward the floor). To tilt the steering column, move the — IF EQUIPPED steering wheel upward or downward as desired. To This feature allows you to tilt the steering column lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the steering upward or downward.
Page 189: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 To tilt the steering column, move the lever up or down as HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull Heated Steering Wheel With Uconnect® 5.0 If the lever toward you or push the lever away from you as Equipped desired.
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting System — If Equipped” in “Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion, or other physical conditions must exercise...
Page 191: Heated Steering Wheel With Uconnect
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 Heated Steering Wheel With Uconnect® 8.4/8.4A The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering wheel has only one temperature setting. Once the heated steering wheel has been turned on it will operate for approximately 30 to 95 minutes before automatically shutting off.
Page 192: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting System ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED — If Equipped” in “Things to Know Before Starting Your When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over Vehicle”...
Page 193: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed.
Page 194: To Set A Desired Speed
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate WARNING! A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on button, manually accelerating 10 mph (16 km/h) above when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally the set speed or normal brake pressure while slowing the set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
Page 195: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to Pressing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 mph increase until the button is released, then the new set (1 km/h) decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of speed will be established.
Page 196: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - If Equipped
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so ACC will allow you to keep cruise control engaged in it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed light to moderate traffic conditions without the constant Control.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Cannot take street, traffic, and weather condi- • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience tions into account, and may be limited upon system. It is not a substitute for active driving adverse sight distance conditions.
Page 198: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Normal (fixed speed) cruise control will not react WARNING! (Continued) to preceding vehicles. Always be aware of the mode • When entering a turn lane or highway off ramp; selected. when driving on roads that are winding, icy, snow- You can change the mode by using the Cruise Control covered, slippery, or have steep uphill or downhill buttons.
Page 199: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 NOTE: Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifica- tions to the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise Control. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) You can only engage ACC if the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h).
Page 200: To Activate
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: You cannot enable ACC under the following To Activate conditions: Push and release the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) • When in Four-Wheel Drive Low. ON/OFF button. The ACC menu in the EVIC displays “ACC Ready.”...
Page 201: To Set A Desired Acc Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 To turn the system OFF, push and release the Adaptive WARNING! Cruise Control (ACC) ON/OFF button again. At this time, the system will turn off and the EVIC will display Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Off.”...
Page 202: To Cancel
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • An Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) event occurs. NOTE: ACC cannot be set if there is a stationary vehicle in front of your vehicle in close proximity. • A Trailer Sway Control (TSC) event occurs. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Page 203: To Resume
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 • You push the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ON/ • ACC cannot be resumed if there is a stationary vehicle OFF button. in-front of your vehicle in close proximity. • You push the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control WARNING! ON/OFF button.
Page 204: Setting The Following Distance In Acc
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When you use the SET - button to decelerate, if the If the SET + button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to increase in 5 mph (10 km/h) increments engine’s braking power does not slow the vehicle until the button is released.
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead. This distance setting displays in the EVIC. Distance Setting 3 Bars (Long) Distance Setting 4 Bars (Longest)
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Distance Setting 2 Bars (Medium) Distance Setting 1 Bar (Short) To increase the distance setting, press the Distance Set- ting — Increase button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting increases by one bar (longer).
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on To decrease the distance setting, press the Distance Setting — Decrease button and release. Each time the ACC Activation). button is pressed, the distance setting decreases by one The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited;...
Page 208: Overtake Aid
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtake Aid When driving with ACC engaged and following a target vehicle, the system will provide an additional accelera- tion to assist in passing vehicles in front. This additional acceleration is triggered when the driver utilizes the left turn signal.
Page 209: Acc Operation At Stop
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 ACC Operation at Stop WARNING! If the ACC system brings your vehicle to a standstill When the ACC system is resuming speed, the driver while following a target vehicle, if the target vehicle starts must ensure that there are no pedestrians, vehicles or moving within 2 seconds of your vehicle coming to a objects in the path of the vehicle.
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) ON/ The ACC screen will display once again if any ACC OFF button (located on the steering wheel) until one of activity occurs, which may include any of the following: the following displays in the EVIC: •...
Page 211: Display Warnings And Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Display Warnings And Maintenance vehicle has left these areas. Under rare conditions, when the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path “Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” this warning may temporarily occur.
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so NOTE: could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and • If the “ACC / FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar require a sensor realignment. Sensor”...
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 obstructions, such as mud, dirt, or ice on windshield and When the condition that created limited functionality is fog on the inside of glass. In these cases, the EVIC will no longer present, the system will return to full function- display “ACC / FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front ality.
Page 214: Precautions While Driving With Acc
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Precautions While Driving With ACC In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection issues. In these cases, ACC may brake late or unexpect- edly. The driver needs to stay alert and may need to intervene.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 NOTE: On tight turns ACC performance may be limited. Lane Changing ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the Using ACC On Hills lane in which you are traveling. In the illustration shown, ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes and When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in it may not detect the vehicle until it’s too late for the ACC...
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE distance to the lane-changing vehicle. Always be atten- tive and ready to apply the brakes if necessary. Stationary Objects And Vehicles ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary Narrow Vehicles vehicles. For example, ACC will not react in situations where the vehicle you are following exits your lane and Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the vehicle ahead is stopped in your lane.
Page 217: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, a Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control mode is available for cruis- ing at fixed speeds. The Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control mode is designed to maintain a set cruising speed without requiring the driver to operate the accel- erator.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Vary The Speed Setting WARNING! When the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control is set, In the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control mode, you can increase speed by pushing the SET (+) button. If the system will not react to vehicles ahead.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 • You press the CANCEL button. continually held in the SET (-) position, the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released. Release • The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control Sys- the button when the desired speed is reached, and the tem (ESC/TCS) activates.
Page 220: Forward Collision Warning (Fcw) With Mitigation - If Equipped
218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You turn off the ignition. NOTE: FCW monitors the information from the forward looking sensors as well as the Electronic Brake Controller • You engage Four-Wheel Drive Low. (EBC), to calculate the probability of a forward collision. When the system determines that a forward collision is FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) WITH probable, the driver will be provided with audible and...
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 NOTE: • The minimum speed for FCW activation is 5 mph (10 km/h). • The FCW alerts may be triggered on objects other than vehicles such as guard rails or sign posts based on the course prediction.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect every type of potential collision. The driver has the responsibility to avoid a collision by controlling the vehicle via braking and steering.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the system Follow these steps to set the FCW and Active Braking: from warning you of a possible collision with the vehicle 1. Press the “Controls” soft-key located on the bottom of in front of you.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Follow these steps to set the FCW and Active Braking: front of you when you are farther away and it applies limited braking. This gives you the most reaction time to 1. Press the “+ MORE” hard-key located on the lower avoid a possible collision.
Page 225: Parksense® Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 • FCW will be disabled like ACC, with the unavailable This indicates there is an internal system fault. Although screens. the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. FCW Limited Warning PARKSENSE®...
Page 226: Parksense® Sensors
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE speed is increased to approximately 7 mph (11 km/h) or ParkSense® Warning Display above. When in REVERSE and above the system’s oper- The ParkSense® Warning screen will only be displayed if ating speed, a warning will appear in the EVIC indicating Sound and Display is selected from the Customer - the vehicle speed is too fast.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the tone will change from a single 1/2 second tone to slow, to fast, to continuous. Park Assist Ready The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing a single arc in the left and/or right rear regions based on...
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Slow Tone Fast Tone...
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle: Continuous Tone...
Page 230: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 79 in (200 cm) (200-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Audible Alert None Single 1/2 Slow Fast Continuous...
Page 231: Service The Parksense® Rear Park Assist System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 approximately five seconds. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS” or the Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE REQUIRED” Instrument Panel” for further information. When the message. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center shift lever is moved to REVERSE and the system is (EVIC)”...
Page 232: Cleaning The Parksense® System
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE REQUIRED” you turn ParkSense® off, it remains off until you turn appears in the EVIC, see an authorized dealer. it on again, even if you cycle the ignition key. •...
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 • Use the ParkSense® switch to turn the ParkSense® CAUTION! system OFF if objects such as bicycle carriers, trailer • ParkSense® is only a parking aid and it is unable to hitches, etc. are placed within 12 in (30 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper.
Page 234: Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- • Drivers must be careful when backing up even mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- when using ParkSense®. Always check carefully bly is disconnected from the vehicle when the behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure vehicle is not used for towing.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The image will be shifting out of REVERSE unless the forward vehicle displayed on the Navigation/Multimedia radio display speed exceeds 8 MPH, the transmission is shifted into screen along with a caution note to “check entire sur- PARK or the ignition is switched to the OFF position.
Page 236: Turning Parkview® On Or Off - With Uconnect® 5.0
234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be Drivers must be careful when backing up even when driven slowly when using ParkView® to be able to using the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera. Always stop in time when an obstacle is seen.
Page 237: Turning Parkview® On Or Off - With Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4An
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 4. Press the check box soft key next to “Parkview® OVERHEAD CONSOLE Backup Camera” to enable/disable. The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights and storage for sunglasses. Universal Garage Door NOTE: A check mark will appear in the selection box to Opener (HomeLink®), power liftgate and power sunroof indicate the system is turned ON.
Page 238: Front Map/Reading Lights
236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Map/Reading Lights To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights will Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE is can be turned on by pressing the switch on either side of pressed.
Page 239: Courtesy Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 Courtesy Lights Sunglasses Bin Door The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top At the front of the console a compartment is provided for corner of the lens. To turn the lights off, press the lens a the storage of a pair of sunglasses.
Page 240: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink® replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink® unit operates off your vehicle’s battery.
Page 241: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 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 242: Programming A Rolling Code
240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 243 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 1. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. 5. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button. This can 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is away from the HomeLink®...
Page 244: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To program the remaining two HomeLink® buttons, 1. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) erase the channels.
Page 245: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ming is complete and the garage door/device should For programming transmitters in Canada/United States activate when the HomeLink® button is pressed. that require the transmitter signals to “time-out”...
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- ming is complete and the garage door/device should gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
Page 247: Using Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 3. Without releasing button proceed with The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is disabled when “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” Step 2 and the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow all remaining steps. Troubleshooting Tips Using HomeLink® If you are having trouble programming HomeLink®, To operate, press and release the programmed here are some of the most common solutions:...
Page 248: General Information
246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 while you are training the universal transceiver. Do two conditions: not train the transceiver if people, pets or other 1.
Page 249: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and visors on the overhead console. do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle. Do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 250: Opening Sunroof - Express
248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop second.
Page 251: Venting Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts re- Wind Buffeting sult in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the disabled.
Page 252: Ignition Off Operation
250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ignition OFF Operation ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS For Vehicles Not Equipped With The Electronic Vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlets that can be used to power cellular phones, small Information Center (EVIC) electronics and other low powered electrical accessories.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. •...
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Full Center Console Outlet Rear Cargo Power Outlet The rear cargo power outlet is located in the right rear NOTE: The rear cargo power outlet can be switched to cargo area. “battery” powered all the time by switching the power outlet right rear quarter panel fuse in the fuse panel.
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 Power Outlet Right Rear Quarter Panel Fuse Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 — F104 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Console Bin 2 — F90–F91 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Right Rear Quarter Panel 3 —...
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
Page 257: Power Inverter - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 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 258: Cupholders
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the circuit, check the power ratings on electrical devices CUPHOLDERS prior to using the inverter. Front Seat Cupholders There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers WARNING! located in the center console. To avoid serious injury or death: •...
Page 259: Rear Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 Rear Cupholders Rear Full Console Cupholders — If Equipped Rear Center Arm Rest Cupholders — If Equipped There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers located in the front of the rear full console. There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers located in the fold-down center armrest.
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Control. Refer to “Lights” in “Understanding The Fea- Rear Mini Console Cupholders — If Equipped tures Of Your Vehicle” for further information. There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers located in the front of the rear mini console. Light Ring In Rear Full Console Cupholders Rear Mini Console Cupholders...
Page 261: Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 STORAGE To open the glove compartment, pull outward on the latch and lower the glove box door. Glove Compartment Door Storage The glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy access.
Page 262: Front Center Console
260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Center Console Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the lower storage compartment. The front center console contains both an upper and a lower storage area. Rear Full Center Console (If Equipped) To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on The rear full center console contains both an upper and a the small latch located on the lid.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on NOTE: Lower storage compartment light is always on the small latch located on the front of the lid. with ignition in the ON/RUN position. Upper Storage Compartment Lower Storage Compartment Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the...
Page 264 262 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 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 Lower Storage Compartment Fold Flat Mode NOTE: When the lower storage compartment is accessed Open storage areas, or cubby bins with removable liners, it allows the armrest to flip forward for “fold flat mode”. are located rearward of the cupholders and in the lower Fold flat mode allows the console armrest to be lowered front of the console.
Page 266: Rear Mini Center Console (If Equipped)
264 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 Bins Console Cubby Bin...
Page 267: Cargo Area Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 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 268: Cargo Storage
266 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 269: Retractable Cargo Area Cover - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped WARNING! NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to In a collision, a loose cargo cover in the vehicle could secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or cause injury.
Page 270: Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Tie-Down Hooks WARNING! The cargo tie-downs, located on the cargo area floor, • To help protect against personal injury, passengers should be used to safely secure loads when the vehicle is should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear moving.
Page 271: Rear Window Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 REAR WINDOW FEATURES WARNING! (Continued) Rear Window Wiper/Washer • Do not carry loads which exceed the load limits The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the mul- described on the label attached to the left door or tifunction lever on the left side of the steering column.
Page 272: Rear Window Defroster
270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned the first detent for intermittent operation and to OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the “park” the second detent for continuous rear wiper operation.
Page 273: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! The crossbars and side rails are designed to carry weight Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must the heating elements: not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly •...
Page 274: Deploying The Crossbars
272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Deploying the Crossbars Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumb screws at both ends of the crossbar. 1 — Side Rail 2 — Crossbar The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying Thumb Screw capacity of the vehicle.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 Remove the crossbar from the stowed position by sliding CAUTION! the crossbar towards the center of the roof. Repeat with crossbar on the opposite side. Be careful when handling the crossbars to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Position the crossbars across the roof making sure the crossbar is fully deployed with the crossbar pushed as far letters on the crossbars align with the matching letters on into the slot as possible. Once the crossbar is in place, the side rail.
Page 277: Stowing The Crossbars
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 CAUTION! Be careful when handling the crossbars to prevent damage to the vehicle. Starting with the one crossbar, bend up the pivot sup- ports at each end. Deployed Crossbars Stowing the Crossbars Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumb screws at both ends.
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Then, position the crossbar along the correct side rail. Make sure the letters on the crossbar align with the matching letters on the side rail. Crossbar To Side Rail Once the driver’s side crossbar is in place, tighten the thumb screws completely.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 Tightening Crossbar Stowed Crossbars Repeat the procedure to stow the second crossbar on the NOTE: opposite side. • To help control wind noise, stow the crossbars in the side rails when they are not in use.
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If any metallic object is placed over the satellite radio CAUTION! (Continued) antenna (if equipped), you may experience interrup- • Load should always be secured to cross bars first, tion of satellite radio reception. with tie down loops used as additional securing points if needed.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 WARNING! Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per- sonal injury or property damage. Follow the roof rack cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack.
Page 283: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ EVIC Red Telltales .....303 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..283 ▫...
Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED ..351 CLIMATE CONTROLS ....354 ▫ General Overview .....355 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL —...
Page 285: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Lower Switch Bank 11 — Hood Release 2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Hazard Switch 12 — Fuel Door Release 3 — Radio 8 — Storage Bin (SD Card, AUX, USB Media Hub) 13 —...
Page 286: Instrument Cluster
284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 287: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 3. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light 1. Tachometer This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute switch is turned to the ON/RUN position and (RPM x 1000).
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. High Beam Indicator 7. Turn Signal Indicator Indicates that headlights are on high beam. The arrows will flash with the exterior turn sig- nals when the turn signal lever is operated. A tone 5. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped will chime, and an EVIC message will appear if either turn signal is left on for more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 10. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) CAUTION! The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator an onboard diagnostic system called OBD II that Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine monitors engine and automatic transmission con- control system.
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 11. Electronic Park Brake Failure Indicator — If CAUTION! Equipped Driving with a hot engine cooling system could This light indicates the Electronic Parking damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads Brake system requires service. “H”...
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake WARNING! (Continued) booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake Vehicle”. Follow the warnings under the Cooling and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop. System Pressure Cap paragraph.
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 15. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper should be checked monthly when cold and tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to inflated to the inflation pressure recommended...
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the 16. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the Display/Odometer Display TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more The odometer display shows the total distance the ve- tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the hicle has been driven.
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 When the appropriate conditions exist, this display 19. Vehicle Security Light shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) This light will flash rapidly for approximately messages. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Cen- 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is ter”...
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 21. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ NOTE: Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned Light”...
Page 297: Electronic Vehicle Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER The EVIC consists of the following: (EVIC) • Main Gauge The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- • MPH or KM/H tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the • Vehicle Info instrument cluster.
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • UP Button The system allows the driver to select information by 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, Vehicle Info, Tire PSI, Messages, Units, System Setup, Turn Menu Off) and sub-menus.
Page 299: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 • BACK Button 4. Telltales/Indicators Press the BACK button to scroll back to a 5. Shift Lever Status (PRNDL) previous menu or sub-menu. 6. Selectable Information (Compass, Temp, Range to Empty, Trip A, Trip B, Average MPG) Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) 7.
Page 300: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL seconds and then returns to the previous screen. Most of is in the RUN state. Examples of this message type are the messages of this type are then stored (as long as the “Remote Start Aborted - Door Ajar” and “Press Brake condition that activated it remains active) and can be Pedal and Push Button to Start”.
Page 301: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Messages
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the 3. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent START/STOP button once to return the ignition to the upon your personal driving style. OFF/LOCK position.
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Change Due • Service Electronic Braking System • Fuel Low • Engine Temperature Hot • Service Antilock Brake System • Battery Voltage Low • Service Electronic Throttle Control • Service Electronic Throttle Control •...
Page 303 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 • Remote Start Aborted Fuel Low • Shift Not Allowed • Remote Start Aborted Too Cold • Shift to Neutral then Drive or Reverse • Remote Start Aborted Door Open • Autostick Unavailable Service Required •...
Page 304: Evic Amber Telltales
302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Transmission Temperature Warning Telltale The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the white telltales area on the right, amber telltales in the This telltale indicates that the transmission middle, and red telltales on the left. fluid temperature is running hot.
Page 305: Evic Red Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 • Service Adaptive Cruise Control EVIC Red Telltales This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These This light will turn on when a ACC is not telltales include: operating and needs service. For further infor- mation, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control •...
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Temperature Warning Light • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light This telltale indicates engine oil temperature is This light informs you of a problem with the high. If the light turns on while driving, stop Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
Page 307: Evic Green Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 • Engine Temperature Warning Light • Electric Power Steering Malfunction – If Equipped This light warns of an overheated engine condi- This telltale is on when the Electric Power tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- Steering is not operating and needs service.
Page 308: Evic Selectable Menu Items
306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EVIC Selectable Menu Items arrow button and Coolant Temp will be displayed. Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow button to scroll through the Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow buttons until information sub-menus and press the OK button to select the desired Selectable Menu icon is highlighted in the or reset the following resettable sub-menus: EVIC.
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 If one or more tires have low pressure, “Inflate Tire To the EVIC (Toggle left or right to select Trip A or Trip B). XX” is displayed with the vehicle ICON and the tire The Trip A information will display the following: pressure values in each corner of the ICON with the •...
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Fuel Economy Audio Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Fuel Economy icon is button until the Audio display icon is high- highlighted. lighted in the EVIC.
Page 311: Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 Driver Assist Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items Odometer Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow • Standard (PRND) Gear Indicator button until the Driver Assist display icon is • Single Character (D) Gear Indicator highlighted in the EVIC.
Page 312: Uconnect® Settings
310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Average MPG/L/100km Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default Settings) • Current MPG/L/100km • Cancel • Trip A • Okay • Trip B Uconnect® SETTINGS Upper Right • None The Uconnect® system uses a combination of soft and hard keys located on the center of the instrument panel •...
Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 Uconnect® 5.0 soft-keys and hard-keys 1 — Uconnect® Soft-Keys 2 — Uconnect® Hard-Keys Uconnect® 8.4 soft-keys and hard-keys 1 — Uconnect® Soft-Keys 2 — Uconnect® Hard-Keys...
Page 314: Hard-Keys
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Hard-Keys Soft-Keys Hard-Keys are located below the Uconnect® system in Soft-Keys are accessible on the Uconnect® display. the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect® Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right side of the 5.0 Settings Climate Controls in the center of the instrument panel.
Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 • Display Brightness With Headlights ON next to the setting, showing that setting has been se- lected. Once the setting is complete, either press the Back When in this display, you may select the overall screen Arrow soft-key or the Back hard-key to return to the brightness with the headlights on.
Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Show Command List soft-key, then touch the desired language soft-key until a check-mark appears next to the language, showing that When in this display, you may choose to Never / setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key w/Help or Always display the Teleprompter with pos- to return to the previous menu.
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 • Navigation Turn-By-Turn In Cluster — If Equipped the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. If 24h is selected, AM/PM soft-keys will be greyed out When this feature is selected, the turn-by-turn directions (unavailable).
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Safety / Assistance For further information, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Con- trol (ACC)” in “Understanding The Features Of Your After pressing the Safety / Assistance soft-key the fol- Vehicle”. lowing settings will be available: • Forward Collision Warning (FCW) - Active Braking •...
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 • ParkSense® ParkSense® Front Chime Volume soft-key, until a check- mark appears next to setting, indicating that the setting The ParkSense® system will scan for objects behind the had been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to vehicle when the transmission shift lever is in REVERSE return to the previous menu.
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ParkSense® Park Assist Braking next to setting, indicating that the setting had been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the When this feature is selected, the park assist system will previous menu. detect objects located behind the vehicle and utilize •...
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 REVERSE position. The mirrors will move back to their activated in “Lights” mode. When this mode is selected, previous position when the transmission is shifted out of the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system is activated and REVERSE.
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ParkView® Backup Camera display whenever the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The image will be displayed on the radio touchscreen Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear display along with a caution note to “check entire sur- Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen roundings”...
Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 • ParkView® Backup Camera Delay selection, touch the ParkView® Backup Camera Static Gridlines soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera setting, indicating that the setting had been selected. delay turned OFF), the rear camera mode is exited and Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous the navigation or audio screen appears again.
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL on the windshield. To make your selection, touch the the Brake Service soft-key, until a check-mark appears Rain Sensing soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to next to setting, indicating that the setting had been setting, indicating that the setting had been selected.
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 • Hold ’n Go™ • Headlights Off Delay When this feature is selected, the vehicle will automati- When this feature is selected, it allows the adjustment of cally hold its position when it comes to a stop. To make the amount of time the headlights remain on after the your selection, touch the Hold ’n Go™...
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped menu. Refer to “Lights / SmartBeam™ — If Equipped” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for When this feature is selected, and the headlight switch is further information. in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on ap- •...
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 next to setting, indicating that the setting has been touch the Sound Horn With Lock soft-key, until a check- selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has previous menu.
Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL passenger’s doors. When Unlock All Doors On 1st Press Entry (RKE) transmitter lock or unlock buttons. It auto- is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first press matically unlocks the doors when the outside door of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button.
Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 • Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set Wheel With Vehicle Start — If Equipped to ON) when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter When this feature is selected the driver’s heated seat and is used to unlock the door.
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DVD video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if Compass Settings – If Equipped equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to After pressing the Compass Settings soft-key the follow- 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to OFF. Opening ing settings will be available: either front door will cancel this feature.
Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 calibrate the compass by pressing the ON soft-key and completing one or more 360-degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the CAL indicator displayed in the EVIC turns off. The compass will now function normally.
Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Bass/Mid/Treble allow you to simply slide your To make your selection, touch the AUX Volume Match finger up or down to change the setting as well as touch soft-key, select On or Off followed by pressing the arrow directly on the desired setting.
Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 SiriusXM Setup Touch the Subscription Info soft-key to access the Sub- scription Information screen. After pressing the SIRIUS Setup soft-key the following settings will be available: Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To reactivate your service, either call the number listed on •...
Page 334: 8.4 Settings
332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Clear Personal Data Comfort & Remote Start, Engine Off Operation, Compass Settings, Audio, Phone/Bluetooth and SiriusXM Setup. After pressing the Clear Personal Data Settings soft-key the following settings will be available: NOTE: Only one touchscreen area may be selected at a time.
Page 335 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 • Display Mode • Set Theme When in this display you may select one of the auto When in this display, you may select the theme displayed display settings. To change Mode status, touch and on the Uconnect®...
Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Units • Touchscreen Beep When in this display, you may select to have the EVIC, When in this display, you may turn on or shut off the odometer, and navigation system (if equipped) changed sound heard when a touch screen button (soft-key) is between US and Metric units of measure.
Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 • Set Time Minutes Clock After pressing the Clock soft-key the following settings When in this display, you may adjust the minutes. The will be available. Sync with GPS Time soft-key must be unchecked. To make your selection, touch the + or - soft-keys to adjust •...
Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Safety / Assistance For further information, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Con- trol (ACC)” in “Understanding The Features Of Your After pressing the Safety / Assistance soft-key the fol- Vehicle”. lowing settings will be available: • Forward Collision Warning (FCW) - Active Braking •...
Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) — If Equipped your selection, touch the Lane Departure Warning soft- key until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicating The Lane Departure Warning (LDW) sets the distance at that the setting had been selected. Touch the back arrow which the steering wheel will provide feedback for soft-key to return to the previous menu.
Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Front ParkSense® Chime Volume ParkSense® Rear Chime Volume soft-key, until a check- mark appears next to setting, indicating that the setting The Front ParkSense® Chime Volume settings can be had been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to selected from the EVIC or Uconnect®...
Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • Tilt Mirrors In Reverse • Blind Spot Alert When this feature is selected, the exterior sideview When this feature is selected, the Blind Spot Alert feature mirrors will tilt downward when the ignition is in the Provides alerts, visual and/or audible, to indicate objects RUN position and the transmission shift lever is in the in your blind spot.
Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If your vehicle has experienced any damage in until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the area where the sensor is located, even if the fascia is the setting had been selected. Touch the back arrow not damaged, the sensor may have become misaligned.
Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 • ParkView® Backup Camera Static Gridlines display whenever the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The image will be displayed on the radio touchscreen Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear display along with a caution note to “check entire sur- Back Up Camera Static Guidelines that allows you to see roundings”...
Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “PARK” or the ignition is switched to the OFF position. and operating information. To make your selection, touch To set the ParkView® Backup Camera Delay press the the Hill Start Assist soft-key, until a check-mark appears “Controls”...
Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 indicating that the setting had been selected. Touch the touch the + or - soft-key to select your desired time back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. interval. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu.
Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL make your selection, touch the Auto High Beams soft- selected with or without the Sound Horn on Lock feature key, until a check-mark appears next to the setting, selected. To make your selection, touch the Flash Head- showing that setting has been selected.
Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 • Sound Horn With Lock Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button. When 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks is selected, you must press When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button twice to unlock the the door locks are activated.
Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Passive Entry NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicles to ON) when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter door(s) without having to press the Remote Keyless is used to unlock the door.
Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 • Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering • Engine Off Power Delay Wheel With Vehicle Start — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the power window When this feature is selected the driver’s heated seat and switches, radio, Uconnect®...
Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass Settings — If Equipped After pressing the Compass Settings soft-key the follow- ing settings will be available. • 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 calibrate the compass by pressing the ON soft-key and NOTE: Bass/Mid/Treble allow you to simply slide your completing one or more 360-degree turns (in an area free finger up or down to change the setting as well as touch from large metal or metallic objects) until the CAL directly on the desired setting.
Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To make your selection, touch the AUX Volume Match SiriusXM Setup soft-key, select On or Off followed by pressing the arrow After pressing the SIRIUS Setup soft-key the following back soft-key. settings will be available: •...
Page 353: Uconnect® Radios - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 Touch the Subscription Info soft-key to access the Sub- Clear Personal Data scription Information screen. After pressing the Clear Personal Data Settings soft-key the following settings will be available: Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To reactivate your service, either call the number listed on •...
Page 354: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If
352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL iPod® control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod® and iPhone® devices. Some iPod® software versions may not fully support the iPod® control features. Please visit Apple’s website for software updates. For further information, refer to the Uconnect® Supple- ment Manual.
Page 355: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 Pressing the center button will make the radio switch CD Player between the various modes available (AM/FM/SXM/ Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next CD/AUX/VES, etc.). track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track, or to the The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a beginning of the previous track if it is within one second...
Page 356: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch- RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES ing the disc. Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from 4.
Page 357: General Overview
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 When the Uconnect® system is in different modes (Ra- dio, Player, Settings, More, etc.) the driver and passenger temperature settings will be indicated at the top of the display. General Overview Hard-Keys The hard-keys are located below the Uconnect® screen. Automatic Climate Controls —...
Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Soft-Keys Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. Uconnect® 8.4 Automatic Temperature Controls — Soft-keys Uconnect® 5.0 Automatic Temperature Controls — Soft-keys...
Page 359 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And 4. AUTO Operation Button Soft-keys) Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by 1. MAX A/C Button adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch between Press and release to change the current setting, the manual mode and automatic modes.
Page 360 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Rear Defrost Button CAUTION! (Continued) Press and release this button to turn on the rear window • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). window cleaners on the interior surface of the An indicator will illuminate when the rear window window.
Page 361 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 NOTE: Pressing this button while in Sync mode will 11. Blower Control automatically exit Sync. Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air 9. Passenger Temperature Control Down Button forced through the climate system. There are seven blower speeds available.
Page 362 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Modes NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con- ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air warmer air from the floor outlets. comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, •...
Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 13. Climate Control OFF Button 15. Driver Temperature Control Up Button Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control Provides the driver with independent temperature con- ON/OFF. trol. Push the hard-key button for warmer temperature settings or on the touch-screen, press and slide the 14.
Page 364: Climate Control Functions
362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Climate Control Functions behind the radiator and through the condenser. Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the A/C (Air Conditioning) condenser, reducing air conditioning performance. The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator MAX A/C to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning system.
Page 365: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 Recirculation mode will cause the LED in the control button to blink and then turn off. When outside air contains smoke, odors, or Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, Automatic Operation you may wish to recirculate interior air by pressing the Recirculation control button.
Page 366 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Manual Operation • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for The system allows for manual selection of blower speed, air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation con- cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts trol.
Page 367: Rear Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 Rear Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped The rear ATC system has floor air outlets at the rear right side of the 3rd Row seats and overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating position. The system provides heated air through the floor outlets or cool, dehumidified air through the headliner outlets.
Page 368 366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Controlling The Rear Climate Controls From The Front ATC Panel The Three-Zone ATC system allows for adjustment of the rear climate controls from the front ATC panel. To change the rear system settings: • Press REAR button to change control to rear control mode, Rear display will appear.
Page 369 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 Rear Lock Pressing the Rear Temperature Lock soft-key on the Uconnect® touch-screen, illuminates a lock symbol in the rear display. The rear temperature and air source are controlled from the front Uconnect® system. Rear second row occupants can only adjust the rear ATC control when the Rear Temperature Lock button is turned off.
Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Rotate the Rear Blower, Rear Temperature and the Only when the Rear Control Icon is illuminated do the Rear Mode Control knobs to suit your comfort needs. second row seat occupants have control of the rear blower speed.
Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 Rear Temperature Control Headliner Mode Only when the Rear Control Icon is illuminated do the Air comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each second row seat occupants have control of the rear of these outlets can be individually adjusted to temperature control knob.
Page 372: Operating Tips
370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips Vacation Storage Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air suggested control settings for various weather condi- conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the tions.
Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 Outside Air Intake A/C Air Filter Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the The climate control system filters outside air containing windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves dust, pollen and some odors. Strong odors cannot be collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they totally filtered out.
Page 374 372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 375: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock....386 STARTING PROCEDURES ....378 ▫...
Page 376 374 STARTING AND OPERATING ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS ....403 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINE ONLY – IF EQUIPPED ....411 OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS .
Page 377 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 ▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light ▫ Run Flat Tires – If Equipped ....441 And ESC OFF Indicator Light ... .424 ▫...
Page 378 376 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Ethanol Fuel (E-85) ....463 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ....457 ▫...
Page 379 STARTING AND OPERATING 377 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ... . .471 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) ....485 ▫...
Page 380: Starting Procedures
378 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if in a location accessible to children), and do not present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with...
Page 381: Keyless Enter-N-Go
STARTING AND OPERATING 379 Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated CAUTION! Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage ing precautions are not observed: •...
Page 382: Normal Starting
380 STARTING AND OPERATING Normal Starting To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button 1. Place the shift lever/shift selector in PARK, then press 1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL. and release the ENGINE START/STOP button. 2.
Page 383: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 381 • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN (engine not running) position and the transmission is in to change the ignition switch to the RUN position PARK, the system will automatically time out after 30 (EVIC will display “ON/RUN”), minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the...
Page 384: If Engine Fails To Start
382 STARTING AND OPERATING If Engine Fails To Start WARNING! (Continued) • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster WARNING! cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the battery or the battery in another vehicle.
Page 385: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 383 3. Press and release the ENGINE START/STOP button The engine block heater cord is located: once. • 3.6L Engine – coiled and strapped to the engine oil dipstick tube. The starter motor will engage automatically, run for 10 seconds, and then disengage.
Page 386: Automatic Transmission
384 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 387 STARTING AND OPERATING 385 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
Page 388: Key Ignition Park Interlock
386 STARTING AND OPERATING Key Ignition Park Interlock Fuel Economy (ECO) Mode This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- The Fuel Economy (ECO) mode can improve the vehi- lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK cle’s overall fuel economy during normal driving condi- before the engine can be turned off.
Page 389: Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 387 When the Fuel Economy (ECO) Mode is engaged, the into DRIVE or REVERSE when the vehicle is stopped or vehicle control systems will change the following: moving at low speeds (refer to “Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System” in this section). To shift past •...
Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING be made using the AutoStick® shift control (shift paddles Gear Ranges mounted on the steering wheel). Pressing the shift DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or paddles (-/+) while in the DRIVE range will manually NEUTRAL into another gear range.
Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389 When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before WARNING! (Continued) shifting the transmission to PARK. As an added precau- • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others tion, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill if it is not in PARK.
Page 392 390 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 393 STARTING AND OPERATING 391 REVERSE (R) CAUTION! This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into • DO NOT race the engine when shifting from REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this stop.
Page 394 392 STARTING AND OPERATING When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as CAUTION! when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi- tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other while towing heavy trailers), use the AutoStick® shift reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause control (refer to AutoStick®...
Page 395 STARTING AND OPERATING 393 Transmission Limp Home Mode NOTE: In cases where the instrument cluster message indicates the transmission may not re-engage after en- Transmission function is monitored electronically for gine shutdown, perform this procedure only in a desired abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could location (preferably, at your authorized dealer).
Page 396 394 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- Operation mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your When the transmission is in DRIVE, it will operate earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has automatically, shifting between the eight available gears.
Page 397 STARTING AND OPERATING 395 • The transmission will automatically downshift as the • Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will AutoStick® is engaged. display the current gear. • The system may revert to automatic shift mode if a •...
Page 398: All-Wheel Drive Operation
396 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 399 STARTING AND OPERATING 397 This electronically shifted transfer case provides three by rotating the AWD Control Switch to the desired mode positions: position. Refer to “Shifting Procedure” for specific shift- ing instructions. The LOW RANGE position is designed • All-wheel drive automatic range (AWD AUTO) for loose, slippery road surfaces only.
Page 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. The selected position indicator light will flash until the The “SERV AWD” Warning Light” monitors the elec- transfer case completes the shift. tronic shift all-wheel drive system. If this light remains on after engine start up or illuminates during driving, it 3.
Page 401 STARTING AND OPERATING 399 AWD AUTO position at a given road speed. Take care not WARNING! (Continued) to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph disengages both the front and rear drive shafts from (40 km/h). the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move Proper operation of all-wheel drive vehicles depends on regardless of the transmission position.
Page 402: Shifting Procedure
400 STARTING AND OPERATING LOW Range Shifting Procedure All-Wheel Drive Low Range – This range provides low NOTE: speed all-wheel drive. Locks the front and rear drive- • If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case shafts together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate position have not been met, the transfer case will not at the same speed.
Page 403 STARTING AND OPERATING 401 AWD AUTO TO 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.
Page 404 402 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the RUN position (Electronic Vehicle Information Center). Refer to “Elec- for a shift to take place and for the position indicator tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Under- lights to be operable. If the ignition switch is not in the standing Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 405: On-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 403 NOTE: If shift conditions/interlocks are not met, a “To turns or abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles of this Tow Vehicle Safely, Read Neutral Shift Procedure in type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in Owners Manual”...
Page 406: Driving Through Water
404 STARTING AND OPERATING Driving through water more than a few inches/ CAUTION! (Continued) centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure allow for differential action between the front to rear safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. If you must driveshafts.
Page 407: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
STARTING AND OPERATING 405 Standing Water to “All-Wheel Drive Operation” in “Starting and Oper- ating” for further information. Do not shift to a lower Avoid driving in standing water deeper than 20 in (51 gear than necessary to maintain forward motion. Over- cm), and reduce speed appropriately to minimize wave revving the engine can spin the wheels and traction will effects.
Page 408: Traction Downhill
406 STARTING AND OPERATING and shift into REVERSE. Back slowly down the hill, by turning the front wheels slowly. This may provide a allowing the compression braking of the engine to help fresh “bite” into the surface and will usually provide regulate your speed.
Page 409 STARTING AND OPERATING 407 • After extended operation in mud, sand, water, or always a good idea to check for damage. That way you can get any problems taken care of right away and have similar dirty conditions, have the radiator, fan, brake your vehicle ready when you need it.
Page 410: Power Steering
408 STARTING AND OPERATING POWER STEERING If the “SERVICE POWER STEERING” message and a flashing icon are displayed on the EVIC 3.6L Engine screen, it indicates that the vehicle needs to be Your vehicle is equipped with an electro-hydraulic power taken to the dealer for service.
Page 411: L Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING 409 NOTE: If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi- • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle.
Page 412: Power Steering Fluid Check
410 STARTING AND OPERATING apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- WARNING! pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho- rized dealer. Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. CAUTION! Service should be obtained as soon as possible.
Page 413: Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L Engine Only - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 411 If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated The foot operated parking brake is located below the level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the surfaces.
Page 414 412 STARTING AND OPERATING When the parking brake is applied with the ignition make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. The switch in the ON position, the “Brake Warning Light” in parking brake should always be applied whenever the the instrument cluster will illuminate.
Page 415 STARTING AND OPERATING 413 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to a location accessible to children, and do not leave be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless...
Page 416: Electronic Brake Control System
414 STARTING AND OPERATING Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) CAUTION! This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the under adverse braking conditions. The system controls parking brake released, a brake system malfunction hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up and is indicated.
Page 417: Traction Control System (Tcs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 415 Traction Control System (TCS) Brake Assist System (BAS) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake capability during emergency braking maneuvers.
Page 418: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
416 STARTING AND OPERATING applies the appropriate brake and may also reduce WARNING! engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will • The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- occur. ERM will only intervene during very severe or evasive driving maneuvers.
Page 419: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 417 the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appro- WARNING! (Continued) priate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or or other vehicles. The capabilities of an ERM- understeer condition. equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reck- •...
Page 420 418 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTO Range (All-Wheel Drive Models) Or WARNING! Two-Wheel Drive Models Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, This is the normal operating mode for ESC in AWD nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing AUTO range and in two-wheel drive vehicles.
Page 421 STARTING AND OPERATING 419 features of ESC function normally. This mode is intended NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand, or gravel with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand, or conditions and more wheel spin than ESC would nor- gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off”...
Page 422: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
420 STARTING AND OPERATING AWD AUTO range or NEUTRAL to AWD LOW range, WARNING! the ESC system will be in the “Partial Off” mode. • When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality Trailer Sway Control (TSC) of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de- TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an exces- scribed in the TCS section), has been disabled and sively swaying trailer and will take the appropriate...
Page 423: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
STARTING AND OPERATING 421 from swaying. TSC is disabled when the ESC system is in system will release brake pressure in proportion to the the “Partial Off” mode. amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in the intended direction of travel. WARNING! HSA Activation Criteria If TSC activates while driving, slow the vehicle...
Page 424 422 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! • If you use a trailer brake controller with your There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and will not activate and slight rolling may occur.
Page 425: Ready Alert Braking
STARTING AND OPERATING 423 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 426: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
424 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESC Activation/ ESC OFF Indicator Light Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac- celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible.
Page 427: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 425 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 428 426 STARTING AND OPERATING • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into into the sidewall.
Page 429 STARTING AND OPERATING 427 EXAMPLE: R = Construction code — R means radial construction — D means diagonal or bias construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol —...
Page 430: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
428 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Light Load (LL) = Light load tire C, D, E, F, G = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load— Maximum load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry Maximum Pressure—...
Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation — This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
Page 432: Tire Terminology And Definitions
430 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 Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 433: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 431 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. B-Pillar Location for Tire And Loading Information Placard...
Page 434 432 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) Number of people that can be carried in the ve- hicle. 2) Total weight your vehicle can carry. 3) Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4) Told tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires.
Page 435 STARTING AND OPERATING 433 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- axles must not be exceeded. For further information on pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to XXX kg”...
Page 436 434 STARTING AND OPERATING • For the following example, the combined weight of 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load (392 kg).
Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435...
Page 438: Tires - General Information
436 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 439: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 437 stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle NOTE: to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
Page 440 438 STARTING AND OPERATING judgement when determining proper inflation. Tires Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range may look properly inflated even when they are under- of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with inflated. temperature changes. •...
Page 441: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 439 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 442: Tire Types
440 STARTING AND OPERATING Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and Summer Or Three Season Tires – If Equipped additional information. Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- on ice.
Page 443: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 441 Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what Run Flat mode. A Run Flat mode occurs when the tire was originally equipped with your vehicle and should inflation pressure is of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once a not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph Run Flat tire reaches the run flat mode it has limited (120 km/h).
Page 444 442 STARTING AND OPERATING Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped CAUTION! The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on compact, full size or limited-use temporary spare the Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the...
Page 445 STARTING AND OPERATING 443 Do not install more than one compact spare tire and spare tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as wheel on the vehicle at any given time. your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the WARNING! first opportunity.
Page 446: Tire Spinning
444 STARTING AND OPERATING Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In WARNING! Emergencies” for further information. Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- WARNING! stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.
Page 447: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 445 tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for further infor- mation. Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: •...
Page 448: Replacement Tires
446 STARTING AND OPERATING Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for WARNING! the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six equipment tire sidewall.
Page 449: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
STARTING AND OPERATING 447 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 450 448 STARTING AND OPERATING • Install on Rear Tires Only CAUTION! • Due to limited clearance, the THULE XG-12 PRO To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the traction device or equivalent is recommended on following precautions: P265/60R18 or 265/50R20 tires. •...
Page 451: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 449 type tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to main- CAUTION! (Continued) tain mud, snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- a smooth, quiet ride. tions on the method of installation, operating Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 452: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
450 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: It is particularly important, for you to regularly check the tire pressure in all of your tires and to maintain the proper pressure. The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) consists of the following components: • Receiver Module •...
Page 453 STARTING AND OPERATING 451 the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will cold tire placard pressure. Once the low tire pressure decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on warning has been illuminated, the tire pressure must be cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire increased to the recommended cold tire pressure in order pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least for the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light to be...
Page 454 452 STARTING AND OPERATING Light will still be ON. In this situation, the Tire Pressure CAUTION! (Continued) Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFF only after the • After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al- tires have been inflated to the vehicle’s recommended ways reinstall the valve stem cap.
Page 455: Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 453 Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will • The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- illuminate in the instrument cluster, and an au- dible chime will be activated, when one or more of the nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain...
Page 456: Service Tpm System Warning
454 STARTING AND OPERATING color and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will extinguish once the updated tire pressure(s) have been received. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this infor- mation.
Page 457 STARTING AND OPERATING 455 1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same Radio Frequencies as the TPM sensors. 2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that affects radio wave signals. 3. Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings.
Page 458: General Information
456 STARTING AND OPERATING However, the system still needs to be serviced as long as remain on solid, and the EVIC will display a SERVICE the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message exists. TPM SYSTEM message for five seconds and then dis- play dashes (- -) in place of the pressure value.
Page 459: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 457 • This device must accept any interference received, of premium gasoline is not recommended, as it will not including interference that may cause undesired op- provide any benefit over regular gasoline in these eration. engines. The TPM sensors are regulated under one of the follow- 5.7L Engine –...
Page 460: Reformulated Gasoline
458 STARTING AND OPERATING as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline lines. Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro- before considering service for the vehicle. vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components.
Page 461: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 459 Problems that result from using gasoline containing To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol E-85 perform the following: are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may •...
Page 462: Materials Added To Fuel
460 STARTING AND OPERATING without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content Fuel System Cautions of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether CAUTION! the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s and California reformulated gasoline.
Page 463: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 461 Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being WARNING! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Most of these products contain high concentrations Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon of methanol.
Page 464: Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) - If Equipped
462 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every operate on E-85. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly.
Page 465: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
STARTING AND OPERATING 463 Ethanol Fuel (E-85) For best results, a refueling pattern that avoids alternat- ing between E-85 and unleaded gasoline is recom- E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and mended. 15% unleaded gasoline. When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: WARNING! •...
Page 466: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
464 STARTING AND OPERATING • Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fully Starting compatible with E-85 and may form deposits in your The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use engine. To eliminate driveability issues that may be when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C).
Page 467: Replacement Parts
STARTING AND OPERATING 465 Replacement Parts ADDING FUEL Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located under designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure the headlamp switch). that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- patible parts.
Page 468 466 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. 4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel- ing.
Page 469 STARTING AND OPERATING 467 • Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel WARNING! nozzle. • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the • Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper door vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is open.
Page 470: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release
468 STARTING AND OPERATING Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel filler door emergency release. 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Push down on the inboard edge of the left storage bin, this will pop up the outboard edge.
Page 471: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 469 VEHICLE LOADING rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded. Certification Label Payload As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar.
Page 472 470 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Size values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents added. the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.
Page 473: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 471 items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed TRAILER TOWING equally. Stow all loose items securely before driving. In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect with your vehicle.
Page 474 472 STARTING AND OPERATING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle WARNING! (Continued) Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for you use a standard weight-carrying hitch, you could further information. lose control of your vehicle and cause a collision. Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem-...
Page 475 STARTING AND OPERATING 473 Trailer Sway Control WARNING! The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping It is important that you do not exceed the maximum link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- can result if either rating is exceeded.
Page 476 474 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Distributing Hitch WARNING! A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used system may reduce handling, stability, braking for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the performance, and could result in a collision.
Page 477: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 475 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class Max. Trailer Hitch the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can Industry Standards tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Page 478: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
476 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. GCWR (Gross Max. GTW Max. Trailer Engine Model Combined Wt. Frontal Area (Gross Trailer Tongue Wt. (See Rating) Wt.) Note)
Page 479: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 477 NOTE: on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway • The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part severely side to side which will cause loss of control of of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and the vehicle and trailer.
Page 480: Towing Requirements
478 STARTING AND OPERATING Consider the following items when computing the Towing Requirements weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- • The tongue weight of the trailer train components, the following guidelines are recom- mended.
Page 481 STARTING AND OPERATING 479 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as slack for turning corners.
Page 482 480 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Tires replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact GVWR and GAWR limits. spare tire. Towing Requirements –...
Page 483 STARTING AND OPERATING 481 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) in front of you. Failure to do so could result in a If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) collision. loaded, it should have its own brakes and they should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this Towing Requirements –...
Page 484 482 STARTING AND OPERATING Four-Pin Connector Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn 2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn 3 — Ground 6 —...
Page 485: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 483 Towing Tips AutoStick® • When using the AutoStick® shift control, select the Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy highest gear that allows for adequate performance and traffic.
Page 486: Snow Plow
484 STARTING AND OPERATING • Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to SNOW PLOW maximize fuel efficiency. Snow plows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment should not be added to the front end of your vehicle. The Cooling System airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the To reduce potential for engine and transmission over-...
Page 487: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 485 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Wheels Rear-Wheel All-Wheel Drive Models All-Wheel Drive Models Condition OFF the Drive With Single-Speed Transfer With Two-Speed Transfer Ground Models Case Case • See Instructions Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED...
Page 488: Recreational Towing - Rear-Wheel Drive Models
486 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing – Rear-Wheel Drive Models 6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for tow- ing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position. DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result. CAUTION! Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will...
Page 489: Recreational Towing - All-Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 487 CAUTION! CAUTION! • DO NOT dolly tow any All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission and/or transfer vehicle. Internal damage to the transmission or case damage. Damage from improper towing is not transfer case will occur if a dolly is used when covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 490 488 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to follow these procedures can cause severe position disengages both the front and rear drive- transmission and/or transfer case damage. Damage shafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle from improper towing is not covered under the to move, even if the transmission is in PARK.
Page 491 STARTING AND OPERATING 489 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, with the engine running. 2. Press and hold the brake pedal. 3. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 4. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, press and hold the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL (N) button (lo- cated by the selector switch) for four seconds.
Page 492 490 STARTING AND OPERATING 8. Shift the transmission back into NEUTRAL. 12. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle using a suitable tow bar. 9. Firmly apply the parking brake. 13. Release the parking brake. 10. With the transmission and transfer case in NEU- TRAL, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP NOTE: button until the engine turns off.
Page 493 STARTING AND OPERATING 491 • A flashing NEUTRAL (N) position indicator light indicates that shift requirements have not been met. Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it con- nected to the tow vehicle.
Page 494 492 STARTING AND OPERATING 9. Shift the transmission into PARK and turn the engine NOTE: OFF. • Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met 10. Release the brake pedal. before pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must continue to be met until the shift has been completed.
Page 495: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Jacking Instructions ....504 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...495 ▫...
Page 496 494 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...524 ▫ Rear Wheel Drive Models ....525 ▫...
Page 497: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 495 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the switch bank just above the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 498: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
496 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat WARNING! from the engine cooling system. You or others can be badly burned by hot engine CAUTION! coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, Driving with a hot cooling system could damage do not open the hood until the radiator has had time...
Page 499: Torque Specifications
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 497 Torque Specifications Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/ Lug Nut/ Bolt Size Bolt Socket Size 130 Ft-Lbs (176 N·m) M14 x 1.50 22 mm **Use only Chrysler recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening. Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles.
Page 500: Jacking And Tire Changing
498 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Page 501: Jack Location
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 499 WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
Page 502: Spare Tire Stowage
500 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES the square socket extension to rotate the “spare tire drive” nut. The nut is located under a plastic cover at the center-rear of the cargo floor area, just inside the liftgate opening. Thumb Screw Location Spare Tire Stowage The spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mechanism.
Page 503: Spare Tire Removal
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 501 CAUTION! Do not use power tools to winch the tire up or down. Impact type tools can damage the winch mechanism. Spare Tire Removal 1. Remove the jack tools from the bag. 2. Raise the rubber mat and remove the plug from storage compartment floor.
Page 504 502 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Tab Location 5. Spread the retaining tabs on the plastic plate and pull 6. Slide the metal stamping up the steel extension tube the metal stamping toward you to release it from the and winch cable.
Page 505: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 503 Sleeve And Cable Releasing Protective Plate 7. Pinch the three short and two long tubes to remove the Preparations For Jacking protective plate from the steel spare wheel. 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, away from traffic.
Page 506: Jacking Instructions
504 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions WARNING! WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to moving traffic, pull far enough off Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack help prevent personal injury or damage to your or changing the wheel.
Page 507 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 505 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a Jack Warning Label service center where it can be raised on a lift.
Page 508 506 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack And Tool Assembly Lift Point Symbol On Sill Molding 3. For the front axle, place the jack on the body flange just behind the front tire as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged.
Page 509 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 507 Front Jack Location Lift Point On Sill Molding 4. For a rear tire, place the jack in the slot on the rear tie-down bracket, just forward of the rear tire (as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding).
Page 510 508 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts and wheel. 7.
Page 511 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 509 8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw counter- clockwise, and remove the jack and wheel blocks. 9. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage.
Page 512 510 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 11. Insert the two long tubes on the plastic protective plate in the lug holes of the road wheel. Push the end of the winch’s cable, spring, steel sleeve and stamped cone shape wheel plate though the road wheel and protective plate.
Page 513 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 511 12. Slide the road wheel on the ground using the protec- NOTE: Double check to ensure the tire is snug against the tive plate until it is directly under the winch and underbody of the vehicle. Damage to the winch cable between the rear bumper and exhaust system heat may result if the vehicle is driven with the tire loose.
Page 514: Road Tire Installation
512 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 14. Reinstall the plastic plug into the floor of the cargo 2. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped area. Roll up and store the Jack, Tool Kit and Tire end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the Changing Instructions.
Page 515: Cap-Less Fuel Fill Funnel
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 513 CAP-LESS FUEL FILL FUNNEL The funnel for the Cap-Less Fuel System is located with the jack and tire changing tools. If your vehicle is out of fuel and an auxiliary fuel can is needed, insert the funnel into the filler neck and proceed to fill the vehicle.
Page 516: Preparations For Jump-Start
514 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and precautions. CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur.
Page 517 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 515 2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- WARNING! cal accessories. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the (+) battery post.
Page 518: Jump-Starting Procedure
516 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jump-Starting Procedure 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery. WARNING! 3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the booster battery.
Page 519 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 517 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster 5. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote positive battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then (+) battery post of the discharged vehicle. start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle battery.
Page 520: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
518 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE NOTE: Press the ESC Off switch (if necessary), to place the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it Off mode, before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Elec- can often be moved using a rocking motion.
Page 521: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 519 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi- • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near...
Page 522: Manual Park Release
520 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES MANUAL PARK RELEASE WARNING! • Do not use a chain for freeing a stuck vehicle. WARNING! Chains may break, causing serious injury or death. Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the • Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow parking brake, before activating the Manual Park hooks.
Page 523 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 521 2. Open the center console and locate the Manual Park 3. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, push the metal Release cover, remove it by snapping the cover away latch in towards the tether strap. from the console hinges.
Page 524 522 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. While the metal latch is the open position, simultane- CAUTION! ously pull upwards on the tether strap until it clicks and releases out of the park position. Closing the armrest while the Manual Park Release is activated may damage the Manual Park Release mechanism, the transmission and the armrest.
Page 525 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 523 Release Latch Stowed Position 2. Once the tension has been released and the lever has NOTE: Be sure to replace the cover by snapping it back been unlocked be sure it is stowed properly and locks in place.
Page 526 524 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 trans- mission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing”...
Page 527 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 525 Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose, following equip- Do not use sling type equipment when towing. ment manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 528 526 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES All-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels Towing the vehicle with the rear wheels on the OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the ground at more than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for more vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of vehicle raised and than 30 mi (48 km), can cause severe transmission the opposite end on a towing dolly.
Page 529 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 527 CAUTION! • Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when towing. • Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re- quirements can cause severe transmission and/or transfer case damage.
Page 531: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... .540 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..531 ▫...
Page 532 530 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Front/Rear Axle Fluid ....558 ▫ Front Turn Signal .....580 ▫...
Page 533: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 531 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator) 4 —...
Page 534: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
532 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Remote Jump Start Terminals 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Fill 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Air Filter Cleaner 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 —...
Page 535: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 533 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 536: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
534 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II formation. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the SELECT button to turn off the message.
Page 537: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 535 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced •...
Page 538: Maintenance Procedures
536 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE available which include detailed service information for MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before The pages that follow contain the required maintenance attempting any procedure yourself. services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
Page 539: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 537 The best time to check the engine oil level is about five CAUTION! (Continued) minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will that protect the performance and durability of your improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.
Page 540 538 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Change Engine Oil American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa- This symbol means that the oil has tion.
Page 541 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 539 Engine Oil Viscosity – 3.6L Engine The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil® engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart- or Shell Helix®...
Page 542: Engine Oil Filter
540 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its quality filters should be used to assure most efficient performance may be impaired by supplemental additives. service. MOPAR® engine oil filters are a high quality oil filter and are recommended.
Page 543: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 541 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection WARNING! The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid used to assure most efficient service.
Page 544: Air Conditioner Maintenance
542 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • It is essential when replacing the cables on the should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer battery that the positive cable is attached to the at the start of each warm season.
Page 545 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 543 Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- WARNING! ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants service be performed by authorized dealer or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment. approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system.
Page 546 544 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove box. Perform the following procedure to re- place the filter: 1. Open the glove compartment and remove all contents. 2. Push in on the sides of the glove compartment and lower the door.
Page 547: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 545 6. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter MOPAR® Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy opera- pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter tion and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should cover.
Page 548 546 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield.
Page 549: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 547 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press blade holder.
Page 550: Exhaust System
548 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance. Exhaust System To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust exceeds the temperature range of your climate.
Page 551 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 549 WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control and can eventually poison you.
Page 552 550 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.
Page 553: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 551 Cooling System for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically WARNING! down the face of the condenser. Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, You or others can be badly burned by hot engine cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 554 552 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill CAUTION! If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than visible sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- flush with OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to MS- gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine 12106).
Page 555 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 553 you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- CAUTION! (Continued) ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine Please review these recommendations for using Organic coolant (antifreeze) products.
Page 556 554 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. engine cooling system.
Page 557 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 555 Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool- ant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant a regulated substance requiring proper disposal.
Page 558: Brake System
556 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. •...
Page 559 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 557 With disc brakes, the fluid level can be expected to fall as WARNING! the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and should be conducted.
Page 560: Front/Rear Axle Fluid
558 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
Page 561: Transfer Case
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 559 The front axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to CAUTION! 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m). Do not overtighten the plugs as it could damage them CAUTION! and cause them to leak. Do not overtighten the plugs as it could damage them Selection Of Lubricant and cause them to leak.
Page 562: Automatic Transmission
560 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Fluid Automatic Transmission Add fluid at the filler hole, until it runs out of the hole, Selection Of Lubricant when the vehicle is in a level position. It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to ensure optimum transmission performance and life.
Page 563 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 561 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and nents.
Page 564: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
562 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion CAUTION! Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam- graphic locations and usage.
Page 565 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 563 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- What Causes Corrosion? lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR® Super Kleen Bug Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of and Tar Remover to remove. paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
Page 566 564 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, Special Care de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive packaged and sealed. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 567 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 565 • For tough stains, apply MOPAR® Total Clean, or a CAUTION! mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes.
Page 568 566 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular CAUTION! cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Page 569 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 567 Glass Surfaces 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp with MOPAR®...
Page 570: Fuses
568 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES WARNING! WARNING! If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an autho- rized dealer. • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap- propriate replacement fuse with the same amp WARNING! rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another fuse of higher amp rating.
Page 571 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 569 fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to Cavity Car- Micro Description the following chart. tridge Fuse Fuse 60 Amp Rad Fan Yellow 40 Amp Compressor for Air Green Suspension if equipped 40 Amp Antilock Brakes/ Green Electronic Stability...
Page 572 570 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Micro Description Cavity Car- Micro Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Body Controller / 20 Amp Engine Control Green Exterior Lighting #2 Yellow Module 30 Amp Trailer Tow Electric 30 Amp Body Controller #1 Pink Brake - If Equipped...
Page 573 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 571 Cavity Car- Micro Description Cavity Car- Micro Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Trailer Tow Parking 30 Amp Rear Blower - If Yellow Lights - If Pink Equipped Equipped 30 Amp Power Inverter 30 Amp Trailer Tow Recep- Pink...
Page 574 572 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Micro Description Cavity Car- Micro Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Tire Pressure 20 Amp Trailer Tow – Left Monitor Yellow Turn/Stop Lights - If Equipped 10 Amp Integrated Central Stack / Climate 15 Amp Additional Content Control...
Page 575 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 573 Cavity Car- Micro Description Cavity Car- Micro Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Ignition Coils 20 Amp Fuel Pump Motor Yellow (Gas), Urea Heater Yellow (Diesel) 30 Amp Audio Amplifier 25 Amp Fuel Injectors / Green Natural Powertrain...
Page 576 574 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Micro Description Cavity Car- Micro Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Drivetrain Control 10 Amp Steering Column Module/Front Axle Control Module/ Disconnect Module Cruise Control 10 Amp Engine Control 10 Amp Fuel Door Module / Electric Power Steering - If...
Page 577 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 575 Cavity Car- Micro Description Cavity Car- Micro Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Air Suspension / 10 Amp Rear Camera / Trailer Tow / Steer- Park Assist ing Column Con- 10 Amp Rear Seat Heater trol Module Switch / Flashlamp 15 Amp...
Page 578 576 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Micro Description CAUTION! tridge Fuse • When installing the power distribution center Fuse cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly F100 10 Amp Active Damping - positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may If Equipped allow water to get into the power distribution F101...
Page 579: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 577 VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 Interior Bulbs days you may want to take steps to protect your battery. You may: Bulb Number • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Glove Box Lamp Grab Handle Lamp L002825W5W...
Page 580 578 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Bulb Number Front Side Marker Lamps LED (Serviced at Autho- Low Beam/High Beam D3S (Service at Autho- rized Dealer) (Bi-Xenon) Headlamps rized Dealer) Front Fog Lamps Low Beam/High Beam/ HIR2 Rear Tail Lamps/ LED (Serviced at Autho- Daytime Running Lamp Sidemarker Lamps...
Page 581: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 579 BULB REPLACEMENT WARNING! NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps when the conditions change to allow the condensation to change headlamp switch is turned ON.
Page 582: Front Turn Signal
580 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Turn the access cap located on the wheel liner coun- 9. Install the access cap in the wheel liner and rotate terclockwise to remove from liner. clockwise to lock it in place. 3. Locate the headlamp bulb access cap through the CAUTION! opening in the wheel liner.
Page 583: Front Fog Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 581 CAUTION! CAUTION! • Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, bulb with rubbing alcohol.
Page 584: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)
582 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Back-up lamps are now visible. Rotate socket(s) coun- Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) ter clockwise. The center high-mounted stop lamp is an LED assembly. See your authorized dealer for replacement. 4. Remove/replace bulb(s). Rear License Lamp 5.
Page 585 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 583 Metric Cooling System * 3.6L Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine 10.4 Quarts 9.9 Liters Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine 15.4 Quarts 14.6 Liters Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) – Without Trailer Tow Package 5.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR®...
Page 586: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
584 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Engine Oil –...
Page 587: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 585 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Fuel Selection – 3.6L Engine 87 Octane Fuel Selection – 5.7L Engine 87 Octane Acceptable – 89 Octane Recommended Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Use only Mopar® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent.
Page 589 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .588 ▫ Maintenance Chart.....590...
Page 590 588 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in indicator system. The oil change indicator system will “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 591 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 589 Required Maintenance At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses pages for required maintenance. and park brake. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil •...
Page 592 590 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your ve- hicle for police, taxi, fleet, off- road or frequent trailer towing.
Page 593 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 591 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Adjust parking brake. Inspect transfer case fluid. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace air conditioning filter. Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine).** Replace spark plugs (5.7L engine).**...
Page 594 592 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Change transfer case fluid. Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.
Page 595 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 593 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 597: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .597 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
Page 598 596 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....603 ▫ Treadwear......603 ▫...
Page 599: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 597 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 600: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
598 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
Page 601: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 599 In Mexico Contact: Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Sante Fe C.P.
Page 602: Warranty Information
600 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 603: Mopar® Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 601 MOPAR® PARTS campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized MOPAR® fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are dealer, and the manufacturer. available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety operating at its best.
Page 604: Publication Order Forms
602 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Diagnostic Procedure Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix cepted.
Page 605: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 603 Call toll free at: Treadwear • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...
Page 606: Temperature Grades
604 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre- WARNING! sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not WARNING! include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or...
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Page 608 606 INDEX Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .194 Alarm (Security Alarm) ..... .20 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .553 All Wheel Drive (AWD).
Page 609 INDEX 607 Gear Ranges ......388 Warning Light ......289 Special Additives .
Page 610 608 INDEX Cargo Tie-Downs ......268 Compact Spare Tire ......442 Car Washes .
Page 611 INDEX 609 Customer Assistance ..... . .597 Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ..250 Electric Rear Window Defrost.
Page 612 610 INDEX Block Heater ......383 Entry System, Illuminated ....23 Break-In Recommendations .
Page 613 INDEX 611 Maintenance ......465 Fuel ........457 Replacement Parts .
Page 614 612 INDEX Gasoline, Clean Air ......458 Cleaning ......566 Gasoline (Fuel) .
Page 615 INDEX 613 Information Center, Vehicle ....295 Key, Programming ......19 Inside Rearview Mirror .
Page 616 614 INDEX Brake Warning ......289 Rear Tail ......581 Bulb Replacement .
Page 617 INDEX 615 Lug Nuts .......496 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ....9 Monitor, Tire Pressure System .
Page 618 616 INDEX Filter Disposal ......540 Passing Light ......179 Identification Logo .
Page 619 INDEX 617 Pretensioners Rear Wiper/Washer......269 Seat Belts ......61 Reclining Front Seats .
Page 620 618 INDEX Restraints, Child ......83 Child Restraint ......83 Restraints, Occupant .
Page 621 INDEX 619 Sentry Key Replacement .....19 Engine Block Heater .....383 Service Assistance .
Page 622 620 INDEX System, Remote Starting .....28 Jacking .......498 Life of Tires .
Page 623 INDEX 621 Towing ....... .471 Automatic ......387 Disabled Vehicle .
Page 624 622 INDEX Vehicle Storage ......370 Window Fogging ......370 Viscosity, Engine Oil .
Page 625 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehi- The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed cle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully signals.
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