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Page 1 Charger 2 0 1 2 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L S R T 8...
Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or optional name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death. NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..17 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ....22 Windows ......36 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ....52 ▫ Child Restraints ..... . 71 ▫...
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) has four operating Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) when in position.
Page 15: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
Page 16: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Ignition Or Accessory On Message on the back of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or and then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 17: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 WARNING! CAUTION! • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. remove the Key Fob from vehicle, cycle the ignition •...
Page 18: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE After cycling the ignition to the ON/RUN position, the CAUTION! Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat- indicates that there is a problem with the electronics.
Page 19: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Customer Key Programming CAUTION! Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be performed at an authorized dealer. Always remove the keys from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. General Information The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules Part 15 At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided...
Page 20: Rearming Of The System
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, triggers the alarm, the Vehicle Security Alarm will pro- vide the following audible and visible signals: the horn make sure the vehicle ignition system is OFF and the will pulse, the park lamps and/or turn signals will flash, key is physically removed from the ignition.
Page 21: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Disarm The System NOTE: • The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button on The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of the following methods: the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 22: Illuminated Entry - If Equipped
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE exterior lights will flash, the horn will sound. If this The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN position from the OFF position.
Page 23: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above within five seconds to unlock all doors. The turn signal disables the system from responding to all RKE transmit- lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The ter buttons for all RKE transmitters.
Page 24: To Lock The Doors
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors information.
Page 25: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 headlights will turn on, the park lights will flash, the Programming Additional Transmitters horn will pulse on and off, and the interior lights will Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be turn on.
Page 26: General Information
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade battery. When replacing the battery, match the + sign on screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery clip, the RKE transmitter apart.
Page 27: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- NOTE: • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
Page 28 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • RKE PANIC button not pressed. Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped • System not disabled from previous remote start event The following messages will display in the EVIC if the •...
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • The engine can be started two consecutive times (two To Enter Remote Start Mode Press and release the REMOTE START button 15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However, on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- the ignition must be cycled to the RUN position before onds.
Page 30: Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle Before the end of 15 minute cycle, press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if equipped).
Page 31: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 Power Door Locks WARNING! A power door lock switch is on each front door trim • For personal security and safety in the event of an panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. accident, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you press the power door lock switch while the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN position, and any The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with front door is open, the power locks will not operate.
Page 33: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
Page 34: Keyless Enter-N-Go
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock knob up (unlocked position), roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle. KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and a feature of Keyless Enter-N-Go.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 • If the vehicle is unlocked by the RKE transmitter or Passive Entry and no door goes ajar within 60 seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and if equipped will arm the theft alarm. To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver door handle, grab the front driver...
Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock From The Passenger Side: If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front have been closed the vehicle checks the inside and passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automati-...
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles, press the door handle LOCK button to lock both doors.
Page 38: Windows
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to the OFF To open the window part way, press the window switch position. Opening either front door will cancel this to the first detent and release it when you want the feature.
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Reset Auto Up • If the window runs into any obstacle during auto- Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window closure, it will reverse direction and then go back probably needs to be reset.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Window Lockout Switch The window lockout switch on the driver’s door trim panel allows you to disable the window controls on the rear passenger doors. To disable the window controls, press and release the window lockout button (setting it in the DOWN position).
Page 42: Wind Buffeting
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting The trunk lid can be released from Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of outside the vehicle by pressing the pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the TRUNK button on the Remote ears.
Page 43: Trunk Safety Warning
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go” in “Things To Know Trunk Emergency Release Before Starting Your Vehicle” for more information on As a security measure, a trunk internal emergency release trunk operation with the Passive Entry feature. lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism.
Page 44: Occupant Restraints
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your enhance occupant protection by managing occupant vehicle are the restraint systems: energy during an impact event •...
Page 45: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 NOTE: The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver rates of inflation based on the severity and type of and cause a collision that includes you.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during WARNING! (Continued) very sudden stops or impacts. This feature allows the • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under belts are designed to go around the large bones of normal conditions.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the front seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. a bit on the shoulder belt.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully.
Page 51: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will In the driver and front passenger seats, the shoulder belt prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt you will prefer a higher position.
Page 52: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. If the passenger seating position is equipped with an The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the ALR and is being used for normal usage: latch plate.
Page 53: Energy Management Feature
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 position that has a belt with this feature. Children WARNING! 12 years old and under should always be properly • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced restrained in the rear seat. if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt func-...
Page 54: Seat Belt Pretensioners
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat WARNING! belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced worn snugly and positioned properly. if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt func-...
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 The BeltAlert warning sequence begins after the vehicle The front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the speed is over 5 mph (8 km/h), by blinking the Seat Belt front passenger seat is unoccupied. BeltAlert may be Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime.
Page 56: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is Using a seat belt extender when not needed can the best way to keep the baby safe.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 In addition, the vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental NOTE: These air bags are certified to the new Federal Driver Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument regulations for Advanced Air Bags. panel below the steering column.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Air Bag Warning Light and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC air bags are located above the side windows and their • Steering Wheel and Column covers are also labeled: SRS AIRBAG. •...
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • No objects should be placed over or near the air driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides bag on the instrument panel, because any such output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a...
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant deploys independently;...
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- brated to deploy the SAB and SABIC air bags during impacts that require air bag occupant protection. WARNING! • If your vehicle is equipped with left and right Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC), do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the SABIC.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front WARNING! (Continued) Air Bags work with the Supplemental Driver Side Knee • If your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, Air Bag and the passenger side knee bolster to provide do not have any accessory items installed which improved protection for the driver and front passenger.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat The driver and front passenger seats should be moved belt properly (see Section on Child Restraints) should be back as far as practical to allow the Advanced Front Air secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- Bags room to inflate.
Page 64: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls WARNING! Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system severe injuries in a collision.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 The Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all acci- Side Knee Air Bag will not deploy in all frontal collisions, dents, and also are needed to help keep you in position, including some that may produce substantial vehicle away from an inflating air bag.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE turns on the Air Bag Warning Light, either momentarily Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light Inflator Units comes on again after initial startup. The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag Inflator Units are located in the center of the steering It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru-...
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB) vent holes in the sides of the air bag. In this way, the air Inflator Units bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time, (SABIC) Inflator Units vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of During collisions where the impact is confined to a whether or not an air bag should have deployed.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. the battery has power or until the ignition key is They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. removed.
Page 70 68 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 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) You will want to have the air bags ready to • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag inflate for your protection in a collision. The system.
Page 72: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint were buckled/fastened; Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may •...
Page 73: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is WARNING! required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- can become a projectile inside the vehicle.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints held in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- LATCH child restraint anchor system. Refer to “Lower facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH)”.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for over the front of the seat when their back is against the as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height seatback should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE you make sure that you can install the child restraint in WARNING! the vehicle where you will use it before you buy it. • Improper installation can lead to failure of an •...
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) having attachments for those anchorages will continue to Your vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the child re- have features for installation using the vehicle’s seat straint anchorage system called LATCH.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE All three rear-seating positions have lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating LATCH-compatible child seats. You should never install LATCH-compatible child seats so that two seats share a common lower anchorage. If installing child seats in adjacent rear- seating positions, or if your child restraints are not LATCH-compatible, install the restraints using the vehi- cle’s seat belts.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- are provided with the child restraint system. facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a located at the rear of the seat cushion where it...
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE For center seating position route the tether strap over the seatback and adjustable headrest (with the headrest in the full down position) then attach the hook to the tether anchor located in the panel between the rear seatback and the rear window.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt WARNING! behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an increased head motion and possible injury to the inquisitive child.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • N/A — Not Applicable Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belts • ALR — Automatic Locking Retractor The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) to Installing a Child Restraint with an ALR: secure a Child Restraint System (CRS).
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 To attach a child restraint tether strap: 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. 1. Rotate the cover over the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint.
Page 84: Engine Break-In Recommendations
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Transporting Pets While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly However, wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in be detrimental and should be avoided.
Page 85: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its WARNING! (Continued) first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, should be considered a normal part of the break-in and inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 86: Exhaust Gas
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas WARNING! (Continued) • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the WARNING! engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 87: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Defroster Vehicle Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to Seat Belts feel the air directed against the windshield. See your Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, authorized dealer for service if your defroster is frays, and loose parts.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Always make sure that floor mats are properly • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the attached to the floor mat fasteners. driver footwell while the vehicle is moving. Ob- •...
Page 89: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 91: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Power Mirrors ..... . . 99 Mirrors ......96 ▫...
Page 92 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Uconnect™ Phone Features ... . . 151 Uconnect™ Phone (4.3) ....110 ▫...
Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 ▫ Ventilated Seats ..... 187 ▫ Headlights On With Wipers ... . . 200 ▫...
Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Ambient Light ..... . 206 Adjustable Pedals — If Equipped ..216 ▫...
Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 ▫ To Set A Desired ACC Speed ... . 226 Parksense Rear Park Assist — If Equipped . . . 245 ▫ To Cancel ......227 ▫...
Page 96 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overhead Console ..... 256 Power Sunroof — If Equipped ... . 267 ▫...
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 ▫ Door Storage ..... . . 280 Cupholders ......275 ▫...
Page 98: Mirrors
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
Page 99: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped CAUTION! This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. This feature will be defaulted on, and To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never only be disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse.
Page 100: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Driver’s Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If WARNING! Equipped The driver’s outside mirror will automatically adjust for Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side glare from vehicles behind you. This feature is controlled convex mirror will look smaller and farther away by the inside automatic dimming mirror and will auto- than they really are.
Page 101: Tilt Mirrors In Reverse - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Tilt Mirrors In Reverse — If Equipped Power Mirrors Tilt Mirrors in Reverse provides automatic outside mirror The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s positioning which will aid the driver’s view of the door trim panel.
Page 102: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- Heated Mirrors — If Equipped tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This mirror, press either the L (left) or R (right) to select the feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear mirror that you want to adjust.
Page 103: Slide-On-Rod" And Extender Features Of Sun Visor
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 your left hand pull rearwards until the sun visor is in the desired position. To use the extender feature of the sun visor, grab the extender which is located at the rear of the visor and pull rearward.
Page 104: Blind Spot Monitoring - If Equipped
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE BLIND SPOT MONITORING — IF EQUIPPED When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to to let the driver know that the system is operational.
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 The BSM detection zone covers approximately one lane beyond the side of your vehicle, this may result in the on both sides of the vehicle (11 ft or 3.35 m). The zone BSM warning light remaining illuminated the entire starts at the outside rear view mirror and extends ap- time the vehicle is in a forward gear.
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed of less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning light will be illuminated.
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in berms, etc.
Page 109: Rear Cross Path
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 WARNING! The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones. The BSM system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
Page 110: Modes Of Operation
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can Modes Of Operation be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the Three selectable modes of operation are available in the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the Uconnect Touch™...
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime Blind Spot Alert Off will also be sounded. Whenever a turn signal and de- When the BSM system is turned off, there will be no tected object are present on the same side at the same visual or audible alerts from either the BSM or RCP time, both the visual and audio alerts will be issued.
Page 112: Uconnect Touch™ 4.3
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Searching Contacts phone number (“Search for John Uconnect™ Phone (4.3) Smith Mobile”). Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- Screen Activated Features: vehicle communications system. Uconnect™ Phone al- • Dialing via Keypad using touch-screen, lows you to dial a phone number with your mobile •...
Page 113 Any voice commanded system should be used only • www.chrysler.com/uconnect in safe driving conditions following local laws and • www.dodge.com/uconnect phone use. All attention should be kept on the roadway ahead. Failure to do so may result in an • www.jeep.com/uconnect accident causing serious injury or death.
Page 114: Operation
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE phone and one audio device can be used with the system can be adjusted either from the radio volume control at a time. The system is available in English, Spanish, or knob or from the steering wheel radio control (right French languages.
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 • Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for Phone works best when you talk in a normal conver- the beep, which follows the “Listen” prompt or an- sational tone, as if speaking to someone sitting a few other prompt.
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The system utilizes continuous dialog; when the system You can also press the buttons when the requires more information from the user it will ask a system is listening for a command and be returned to the question to which the user can respond without pressing main or previous menu.
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 • The vehicle must be in PARK. 3. Search for available devices on your Bluetooth en- abled mobile phone. When prompted on the phone, 1. You can do either of the following: select the “Uconnect™” device and enter the PIN. a.
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Uconnect™ Phone will display an in process screen within range. If you would need to choose a particular while the system is connecting, Phone or Audio Device follow these steps: • When the pairing process has successfully completed, •...
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 • At the Options pop-up screen touch the “Disconnect • Select a different Phone or Audio Device then the Device” soft-key, currently connected device, • Touch the X to exit out of the Settings screen. •...
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Automatic download and update, if supported, begins edited on the mobile phone. The changes are trans- as soon as the Bluetooth wireless phone connection is ferred and updated to Uconnect™ Phone on the next made to the Uconnect™...
Page 121: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 • Recent Call Log. Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the NOTE: All of the above operations except Redial can be Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on your done with 1 call or less active.
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Touch-Tone screen will be displayed, Call Controls The touch-screen allows you to control the following call • Use the numbered soft-keys to enter the number and features: touch “Call”. • Answer To send a touch tone using Voice Recognition (VR), press •...
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 These can be accessed by touching the recent calls Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — Call soft-key on the Phone main screen. Currently In Progress If a call is currently in progress and you have another You can also press the button and say “Show my incoming call, you will hear the same network tones for...
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In Join Calls Progress When two calls are in progress (one active and one on To make a second call while you are currently on a call, hold), touch the “Join Calls”...
Page 125: Uconnect™ Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 • The Uconnect™ Phone will call the last number that If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect™ Phone is was dialed from your mobile phone. operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: Call Continuation •...
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect™ Phone does slightly lower your NOTE: • The towing assistance number dialed is based on the chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for the mobile phone directly. country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- 2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14- WARNING!
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 You can use your Uconnect™ Phone to access a voice You can also send stored mobile phonebook entries as mail system or an automated service, such as a paging tones for fast and easy access to voice mail and pager service or automated customer service line.
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Pauses, wait or other characters that are supported by • Touch the “Display” soft-key, then scroll down to some phones are not supported over Bluetooth . Voice Response Length, These additional symbols will be ignored in the dial- •...
Page 129: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 audio system. The Uconnect™ Phone will work the same Advanced Phone Connectivity as if you dial the number using voice command. Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the The Uconnect™...
Page 130: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • low road noise, Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone • smooth road surface, Voice Command • fully closed windows, • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to • dry weather condition. provide at least ⁄...
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 • Even though international dialing for most number • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and number combinations may not be supported.
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
Page 133: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 • If your phone does not support phonebook download NOTE: • You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your or call log download over Bluetooth than these com- mobile or favorite phone book. You can also say “Send mands will return a response that the contact does not a message to John Smith”...
Page 134: Uconnect™ Phone (8.4/8.4N)
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Calling Back the last incoming call number (“Call Uconnect™ Phone (8.4/8.4N) Back”). Uconnect Touch™ 8.4/8.4 Nav • View Call logs on screen (“Show incoming calls”, Uconnect™ Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle communications system.
Page 135 The Uconnect™ Phone is driven through your • www.chrysler.com/uconnect Bluetooth “Hands-Free Profile” mobile phone. Uconnect™ features Bluetooth technology - the global • www.dodge.com/uconnect standard that enables different electronic devices to con- • www.jeep.com/uconnect nect to each other without wires or a docking station, so...
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Phone works no matter where you stow your Uconnect™ Voice Command Button mobile phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as The Uconnect™ Voice Command Button long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to is only used for “barge in”...
Page 137: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • For certain operations, compound commands can be Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ used. For example, instead of saying “Call” and then Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone “John Smith”...
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Natural Speech The system utilizes continuous dialog; when the system Your Uconnect™ Phone Voice system uses a Natural requires more information from the user it will ask a Language Voice Recognition (VR) engine. question to which the user can respond without pressing the Voice Command button.
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 • The vehicle must be in PARK. You can also press the buttons when the system is listening for a command and be returned to the 1. Press the “Phone” soft-key on the screen to begin. main or previous menu.
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Select Yes to begin the pairing process. Then, search for available devices on your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone. When prompted on the phone, enter the name and PIN shown on the Uconnect Touch™ screen. •...
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Pair Additional Mobile Phones • Touch the “More” soft-key to begin, • Touch the “Settings” soft-key, • Next, touch the “Phone/Bluetooth ” soft-key, • Touch the “Add Device” soft-key, • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth en- abled mobile phone.
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Uconnect™ Phone will display an in process screen You can also use the following VR commands to bring up the Paired Phone screen from any screen on the radio: while the system is connecting, •...
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 • Touch the + soft-key located to the right of the device Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio Device name, Uconnect™ Phone will automatically connect to the • The options pop-up will be displayed, highest priority paired phone and/or Audio Device •...
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite phonebook. Specific Bluetooth Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature. See Uconnect™ • Touch the “Settings” soft-key, website for supported phones. • Touch the “Phone/Bluetooth ” soft-key, •...
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail- 2. After loading the mobile phonebook, select phone- able, the previously downloaded phonebook is avail- book from the Phone main screen, then select the appro- able for use.
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. From the Phone main screen, select phonebook. From the phonebook screen, select the “Favorites” soft-key and then select the + soft-key located to the right of the phonebook record. Select an empty entry and touch the + on that selected entry.
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 • Touch the + next to the Favorite you would like to Emergency And Towing Assistance remove. The Emergency and Towing Favorite numbers can only be altered. These cannot be deleted and the names cannot be changed.
Page 148: Phone Call Features
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Touch the + next to appropriate Favorite that is to be Phone Call Features altered. The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available and supported by Bluetooth on your mobile service plan. For example, if your mobile service plan provides three- way calling, this feature can be accessed through the Uconnect™...
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 • Mobile Phonebook Call By Saying A Phonebook Name • Recent Call Log • Press the button to begin, • SMS Message Viewer • After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, say “Call John Doe Mobile”, NOTE: All of the above operations except Redial can be •...
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Transfer the call to/from the phone Recent Calls You may browse up to 34 of the most recent of each of the • Swap 2 active calls following call types: • Join 2 active calls together Touch-Tone Number Entry •...
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • All Calls Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress These can be accessed by touching the “recent calls” If a call is currently in progress and you have another soft-key on the Phone main screen.
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE in progress. Or you can place a call on hold by touching Join Calls the Hold soft-key on the Phone main screen, then dial a When two calls are in progress (one active and one on number from the dialpad, recent calls, SMS Inbox or from hold), touch the “Join Calls”...
Page 153: Uconnect™ Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 • The Uconnect™ Phone will call the last number that If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect™ Phone is was dialed from your mobile phone. operational, you may reach the emergency number as follows: Call Continuation •...
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect™ Phone does slightly lower your NOTE: • The towing assistance call may also be initiated by chances of successfully making a phone call as to that for the mobile phone directly. touch.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 You can use your Uconnect™ Phone to access a voice You can also send stored mobile phonebook entries as mail system or an automated service, such as a paging tones for fast and easy access to voice mail and pager service or automated customer service line.
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Pauses, wait or other characters that are supported by • Touch the “Display” soft-key, then scroll down to some phones are not supported over Bluetooth . Voice Response Length, These additional symbols will be ignored in the dial- •...
Page 157: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 audio system. The Uconnect™ Phone will work the same Advanced Phone Connectivity as if you dial the number using voice command. Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the The Uconnect™...
Page 158: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • low road noise, Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone • smooth road surface, Voice Command • fully closed windows, • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to • dry weather condition. provide at least ⁄...
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 • Even though international dialing for most number • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and number combinations may not be supported.
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Uconnect™ Phone SMS is only available when the vehicle is not in moving. Once a message is received and viewed or listened to, you will have the following options: Read Messages: • Send a Reply If you receive a new text message while your phone is •...
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Send Messages Using Soft-Keys: You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send a new message: • Touch the “Phone” soft-key, • Touch the “messaging” soft-key then “New Message”, • Touch one of the 18 preset messages and the person you wish to send the message to, •...
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages Using Voice Commands: • Press the button, • After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, say “Send message to John Smith mobile”, • After the system prompts you for what message you want to send, say the message you wish to send or say “List”.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 List of Preset Messages: 13. Start without me. 1. Yes. 14. Where are you? 2. No. 15. Are you there yet? 3. Okay. 16. I need directions. 4. I can’t talk right now. 17.
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 • You can replace “248 555 1212” with any phone NOTE: • You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your number supported by your Mobile phone. mobile or favorite phone book. You can also say “Send •...
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 167: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 • If your phone does not support phonebook download NOTE: • You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your or call log download over Bluetooth than these com- mobile or favorite phone book. You can also say “Send mands will return a response that the contact does not a message to John Smith”...
Page 168: Voice Command
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE VOICE COMMAND WARNING! Uconnect Touch™ 8.4/8.4 Nav Any voice commanded system should be used only The Uconnect™ Voice Command system al- in safe driving conditions following local laws. All lows you to control your AM, FM radio, satel- attention should be kept on the roadway ahead.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 If a command is not spoken a second time, the system When using this system, you should speak clearly and at will respond with an error and give some direction as a normal speaking volume. what can be said based on the context you are in.
Page 170: Uconnect™ Voice Commands
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Natural Speech The system utilizes continuous dialog; when the system Natural speech allows the user to speak commands in requires more information from the user it will ask a phrases or complete sentences. The system filters out question to which the user can respond without pressing certain non-word utterances and sounds such as “ah”...
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Changing the Volume Starting Voice Recognition (VR) Session in Radio/Player Modes 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command In this mode, you can say the following commands: button. NOTE: The commands can be said on any screen when 2.
Page 172: Voice Tree
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 NOTE: 3. You can replace “8” with any other satellite station 1. You can replace “950 AM” with any other AM or FM named received by the radio. frequency, such as “98.7 FM”. 4.
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 NOTE: 3. Playlist, Podcast and audio book commands are only 1. You can replace the album, artist, song, genre, playlist, available when the iPod is connected and playing. podcast and audio book names with any corresponding 4.
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 NOTE: 3. You can also say “Show Current Weather” or “Show 1. You can replace “NFL” with any league shown on the extended weather” or “Show five day forecast” or “Show sports league screen. For example you can say “Show ski info”...
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 NOTE: 3. Navigation commands only work if equipped with 1. Only available with Navigation equipped vehicles. Navigation. 2. You can replace “Player” with “Radio”, “Navigation”, 4. Available Voice Commands are shown in bold face “Phone”, “Climate”, “More”...
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 NOTE: 2. You can say “Find Nearest” then “Restaurant”, “Fuel”, 1. You can also say “Find City”, “Find Favorite”, “Find “Transit”, “Lodging”, “Shopping”, “Bank”, “Entertain- Play by Category”, “Find Play by Name”, “Find Recently ment”, “Recreation”, “Attractions”,...
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 183: Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 NOTE: Available Voice Commands are shown in bold WARNING! (Continued) face and shaded grey. • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your SEATS vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the belts.
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The passenger’s seat will move up or down, Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward forward or rearward. The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
Page 185: Power Lumbar
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Reclining The Seatback WARNING! (Continued) The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the rearward. Push the seatback switch forward or rearward, shoulder belt is no longer resting against your the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
Page 186: Heated Seats
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE increase or decrease the lumbar support. Push the switch Heated Seats upward or downward to raise or lower the lumbar On some models, the front and rear seats may be support. equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and seatbacks.
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Front Heated Seat Operations — Vehicles WARNING! (Continued) Equipped With Uconnect Touch™ 8.4 and 8.4 Nav: • Do not place anything on the seat that insulates Press the “Controls” soft-key located on the Uconnect against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key once to When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will select HI-level heating. Press the soft-key a second time provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes to select LO-level heating.
Page 189: Ventilated Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 • The engine must be running for the heated seats to Rear Heated Seats On some models, the two outboard seats are equipped operate. with heated seats. The heated seat switches for these When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will seats are located on the rear of the center console.
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The ventilated seats can be operated using the Uconnect Press the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key once to Touch™ System. select HI-level ventilation. Press the soft-key a second time to select LO-level ventilation. Press the soft-key a Front Ventilated Seat Operation —...
Page 191: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start WARNING! On models that are equipped with remote start, the driver’s ventilated seat can be programmed to come on The head restraints for all occupant’s must be prop- during a remote start.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The AHRs will automatically return to their normal position following a rear impact. If the AHRs do not return to their normal position see your authorized dealer immediately. To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 WARNING! Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players. These items may interfere with the operation of the Active Head Restraint in the event of a collision and could result in serious injury or death.
Page 194: Folding Rear Seat
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat After releasing the seatback, it can be folded forward. The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an additional storage area. To fold the rear seatback, pull on the loops located on the upper seatback. NOTE: These loops can be tucked away when not in use.
Page 195: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! This feature allows the driver to store up to two different • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into memory profiles for easy recall through a memory switch.
Page 196: Programming The Memory Feature
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The memory seat switch is located on the driver’s door Programming The Memory Feature trim panel. The switch consists of three buttons: The (S) NOTE: Saving a new memory profile will erase an button, which is used to activate the memory save existing profile from memory.
Page 197: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 NOTE: To program your RKE transmitters, perform the follow- • Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in ing: PARK, but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a 1. Remove the Key Fob from the ignition (or change the memory profile.
Page 198: Memory Position Recall
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Your RKE transmitters can be unlinked to your A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the memory settings by pressing the SET (S) button followed MEMORY buttons (S, 1, or 2) on the driver’s door during by the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter in Step 4 a recall.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 • When you remove the Key Fob from the ignition (or seat will return to its previously set position when you change the ignition to OFF, for vehicles equipped with place the ignition in the ACC or RUN position. Keyless Enter-N-Go), the driver’s seat will move about •...
Page 200: To Open And Close The Hood
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety Two latches must be released to open the hood. catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood.
Page 201: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 LIGHTS CAUTION! Headlight Switch To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to The headlight switch is located on the left side of close it. Lower the hood, until it is open approxi- the instrument panel.
Page 202: Automatic Headlights
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent Headlights On With Wipers for parking light and instrument panel light operation. When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on Rotate the headlight switch to the second detent for approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on headlight, parking light and instrument panel light if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position.
Page 203: Headlight Time Delay
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 NOTE: To activate the delay feature, turn OFF the ignition switch • The SmartBeam™ system can be turned on and off while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off the using the Uconnect Touch™ System, refer to headlights within 45 seconds.
Page 204: Daytime Running Lights (Drl) - If Equipped
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lights (DRL) — If Equipped Fog Lights — If Equipped The Daytime Running Lights will turn On the first time The front fog light switch is built into the headlight the vehicle is shifted out of PARK, and remain On unless switch.
Page 205: Multifunction Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking Multifunction Lever lights or the low beam headlights and press the The multifunction lever controls the operation of the turn headlight switch. To turn off the front fog lights, signals, headlight beam selection and passing lights.
Page 206: Turn Signals
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 207: Front Map/Reading Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 Front Map/Reading Lights Each light can be turned on by pressing a switch on either side of the console. These buttons are backlit for night The front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- time visibility.
Page 208: Interior Lights
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ambient Light Interior Lights The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light The interior lights come on when a door is opened. feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil- To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off ity of the floor center console and PRNDL area.
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Dimmer Controls With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the left The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and is dimmer control upward will increase the brightness of located on the left side of the instrument panel. the instrument panel lights and lighted cupholders (if equipped).
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rotating the right dimmer control upward will increase Dome Light Position the brightness of the door handle lights and map pockets. Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this position.
Page 211: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent Wiper System The multifunction lever operates the windshield wipers Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions and washer when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be- or ACC position.
Page 212: Windshield Washers
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! Turn the windshield wipers off when driving Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield through an automatic car wash. Damage to the wind- could lead to a collision. You might not see other shield wipers may result if the wiper switch is left in vehicles or other obstacles.
Page 213: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 Headlights On With Wipers The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) multifunction lever. Wiper delay position 1 is the least When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on sensitive, and wiper delay position 4 is the most sensi- approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on tive.
Page 214: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Rain Sensing system has protection features for the TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the This feature allows you to tilt the steering column following conditions: upward or downward.
Page 215: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 To unlock the steering column, pull the lever downward. POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel — IF EQUIPPED upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or shorten This feature allows you to tilt the steering column the steering column, pull the steering wheel outward or upward or downward.
Page 216: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To tilt the steering column, move the lever up or down as WARNING! desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the lever toward you or push the lever away from you as Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 The heated steering wheel can be turned on and off using the Uconnect Touch™ System. Touch the “Controls” soft-key then touch the “Heated Steering Wheel” soft-key to turn on the heated steering wheel. Press the “Heated Steering Wheel” soft-key a second time to turn the heated steering wheel off.
Page 218: Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start WARNING! (Continued) On models that are equipped with remote start, the • Do not place anything on the steering wheel that heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steering during a remote start.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control sys- tem is on. The following messages will be displayed on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle In- formation System (EVIC) if the pedals are attempted to be adjusted when the system is locked out (“Adjust- able Pedal Disabled —...
Page 220: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. You could lose control and have an accident. Always adjust the pedals while the vehicle is parked. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h).
Page 221: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 system can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic To Set A Desired Speed Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle vehicle set speed. has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button and release.
Page 222: To Resume Speed
220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Speed To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) set, push the SET (-) button. If the button is continually button and release.
Page 223: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on EQUIPPED moderate hills is normal. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving convenience provided by cruise control while traveling On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so on highways and major roadways.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) − Cannot take street, traffic, and weather conditions • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience into account, and may be limited upon adverse sight system. It is not a substitute for active driving distance conditions.
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 The Cruise Control system has two control modes: WARNING! • Adaptive Cruise Control mode for maintaining an You should switch off the ACC system: appropriate distance between vehicles. • When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, •...
Page 226: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation NOTE: Any chassis/suspension modifications to the The speed control buttons (located on the right side of the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise steering wheel) operates the ACC system. Control.
Page 227: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 • When pushing the RES + button without a previously To turn the system OFF, push and release the ON/OFF set speed in memory. button again. At this time, the system will turn off and the EVIC will display “Adaptive Cruise Control Off.”...
Page 228: To Set A Desired Acc Speed
226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system on when not in use is dangerous. You could acciden- tally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have a collision. Always leave the system off when you are not using To Set A Desired ACC Speed When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the...
Page 229: To Cancel
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 • The system will not be controlling the distance be- To Cancel tween your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. The vehicle The system will disable ACC without erasing the speed will only be determined by the position of the memory if: accelerator pedal.
Page 230: To Turn Off
228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You turn OFF the ignition. NOTE: If ACC is resumed or set with the ESC/TCS off, ESC will automatically be re-engaged. To Resume Speed Press the RES + button and release. Then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Page 231: To Vary The Speed Setting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 To Vary The Speed Setting Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by (1.6 km/h) decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of pressing and holding the RES + button.
Page 232: Setting The Following Distance In Acc
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Setting The Following Distance In ACC The specified following distance for ACC can be set by varying the distance setting between 3 (long), 2 (me- dium), and 1 (short). Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead.
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the set speed. If a slower moving vehicle is detected in the same lane, the EVIC displays the “Sensed Vehicle Indi- cator” icon, and the system adjusts vehicle speed auto- matically to maintain the distance setting, regardless of the set speed.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on ACC Activation). The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited; how- ever, the driver can always apply the brakes manually, if necessary. NOTE: The brake lights will illuminate whenever the ACC system applies the brakes.
Page 235: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Menu
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 Brake Alert 2 Brake Alert 1 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu The EVIC displays the current ACC system settings. The EVIC is located in the upper part of the instrument cluster between the speedometer and the tachometer. The information it displays depends on ACC system status.
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “ACC” The set speed will continue to display in place of the or “Cruise” is highlighted in the EVIC. Status of the ACC odometer reading when changing the EVIC display or Cruise is also displayed in the menu line.
Page 237: Display Warnings And Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 Display Warnings And Maintenance NOTE: If the ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” warning is active Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning Control is still available. For additional information refer The ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”...
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the sensor is damaged due to a collision, see your temporary malfunction that limits ACC functionality. authorized dealer for service. Although the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, ACC will be temporarily unavailable. If this •...
Page 239: Precautions While Driving With Acc
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 Service ACC Warning Offset Driving If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane that is FCW Unavailable Service Radar Sensor”, it indicates offset from your direct line of travel.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turns And Bends ACC may occasionally provide braking and/or a driver In turns or bends, ACC may detect a vehicle ahead too alert that you consider unnecessary. This may be the late or too early. This may cause your vehicle to brake late system’s response to signs, guardrails, and other station- or unexpectedly.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 system to take action. ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane. There will not be sufficient distance to the lane-changing vehicle. Always be atten- tive and ready to apply the brakes if necessary. Lane Changing ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are traveling.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Narrow Vehicles Stationary Objects And Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they vehicles.
Page 243: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 General Information displayed if the system was in the ACC OFF position. To switch back to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, press the FCC Requirements For Vehicular Radar Systems MODE button a second time. Classification Specifications: 47 C.F.R.
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control Sys- NOTE: You must observe the display when setting or changing speed, not the speedometer. tem (ESC/TCS) activates. To Vary The Speed Setting To Resume There are two ways to change the set speed: Press the RES + button and then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Page 245: Forward Collision Warning - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped WARNING! Forward Collision Warning (FCW) warns the driver of a potential collision with the vehicle in front of you and Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to prompts the driver to take action in order to avoid the avoid a collision on its own.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • FCW will not react to irrelevant objects such as over- Changing the FCW status to the “Near” setting, allows the system to warn you of a possible collision with the head objects, ground reflections, objects not in the path vehicle in front of you when you are much closer.
Page 247: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual and audible indications of the distance between the rear fascia and a detected obstacle when backing up, e.g. during a parking maneuver.
Page 248: Parksense Sensors
246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense Sensors The ParkSense Warning screen is located within the The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). It provides bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is visual warnings to indicate the distance between the rear within the sensors’...
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 Park Assist Ready Park Assist System Off...
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object, the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 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 252: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
250 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 253: Cleaning The Parksense System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Cleaning The ParkSense System Instrument Panel” for further information. When the Clean the ParkSense sensors with water, car wash soap shift lever is moved to REVERSE and the system has and a soft cloth.
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE CAUTION! position and ParkSense is turned off, the EVIC will • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable display “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF” message for approximately five seconds.
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist • Drivers must be careful when backing up even system, it is strongly recommended that the ball when using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist sys- mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected tem.
Page 256: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE, the rear EQUIPPED camera mode is exited and the navigation or audio screen Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear appears again.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 WARNING! CAUTION! • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always be used as a parking aid. The ParkView camera is check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to unable to view every obstacle or object in your check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob-...
Page 258: Turning Parkview On Or Off - With Touch Screen Radio
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turning ParkView On Or Off — With Touch Screen Radio 1. Turn the Radio on. 2. Press the “More” soft-key. 3. Press the “Settings” soft-key. 4. Press the “Safety & Driving Assistance” soft-key. 5.
Page 259: Sunglass Bin Door
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 Sunglass Bin Door At the front of the console a compartment is provided for the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The storage compart- ment access is a “push/push” design. Push the chrome pad on the door to open.
Page 260: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery.
Page 261: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 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 262: Programming A Rolling Code
260 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 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next button you want to program and the hand-held transmit- step after the LEARN button has been pressed. ter button.
Page 264: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button until 4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi- the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not cator light. The Homelink indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after Homelink has received the fre- release the button.
Page 265: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to follow these steps: time-out in the same manner.
Page 266: Using Homelink
264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Watch for the HomeLink indicator to change flash Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button rates. When it changes, it is programmed. It may take up To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, to 30 seconds or longer in rare cases.
Page 267: Security
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 Security Troubleshooting Tips It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here in your vehicle. are some of the most common solutions: •...
Page 268: General Information
266 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 two conditions: while you are programming the universal trans- ceiver.
Page 269: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in visors on the overhead console. the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
Page 270: Opening Sunroof - Express
268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express second and the sunroof will open automatically from any Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop position.
Page 271: Venting Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 NOTE: Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) is in certain pressed. open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with Venting Sunroof —...
Page 272: Sunroof Fully Closed
270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Insert a cigar lighter or accessory plug into the power • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power outlets for use to ensure proper operation. sunroof switch will remain active for up to approxi- NOTE: To ensure proper operation, a MOPAR knob mately ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned and element must be used.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 The front 12 Volt power outlet has power available only WARNING! when the ignition is placed in the ACC or RUN position. Do not place ashes inside the cubby bin located on the center console on vehicles not equipped with the ash receiver tray.
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The center console outlet is powered directly from the There is also a 12 volt power outlet located on the back of battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into the center console for rear passengers. This power outlet this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent the has power available only when the ignition is placed in engine from starting.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • After the use of high power draw accessories or • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw long periods of the vehicle not being started (with power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 277: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 CUPHOLDERS Front Seat Cupholders The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the center console. Front Cupholders Retractable Cover...
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated and Cooled Cupholders — If Equipped Press the “Cold” symbol once to turn on the cupholder; Your vehicle may be equipped with heated and cooled press the symbol a second time to turn the cupholder off. cupholders.
Page 279: Rear Seat Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 Rear Seat Cupholders Lighted Cupholders — If Equipped The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest On some vehicles the rear cupholders are equipped with between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned a light ring that illuminates the cupholders for the rear forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide con- passengers.
Page 280: Storage
278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Glovebox Storage The glovebox storage compartment is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel. Opened Glovebox Storage Compartment Console Features There is an open cubby bin located forward of the shift lever.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 Inside the center console armrest, there is a removable upper storage tray that can be slid forward/rearward on rails for access to the lower storage area. This tray has an integrated coin holder, along with additional area for small items like an ipod or phone.
Page 282: Door Storage
280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Door Storage Cargo Area — Vehicles Equipped with 60/40 The door panels contain storage areas. Split-Folding Rear Seat The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying versatility. The seatbacks fold down easily by pulling nylon tabs between the seatbacks and the bolsters.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the The weight and position of cargo and passengers can rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle position) should not be used as a play area by handling.
Page 284: Rear Window Features
282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to The rear window defroster button is located on the the heating elements: climate control. Press this button to turn on the •...
Page 285: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Oil Change Due ..... 305 Instrument Panel Features ....285 ▫...
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Turn Menu Off ..... . 313 Steering Wheel Audio Controls ... . 346 ▫...
Page 287: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 7 — ESC Off Switch 13 — Engine Start/Stop Button 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Uconnect Touch™ System Hard Controls 14 — Trunk Release Button 3 — Hazard Switch 9 —...
Page 288: Instrument Cluster
286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 289: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS continuous chime will sound to alert you to turn the signals off. If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check 1. Tachometer for a defective outside light bulb. The red segments indicate the maximum permissible engine revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear 4.
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer of The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the EVIC display. It displays the gear position of the auto- correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should low tire pressure telltale.
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the 8. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of to continue to function properly. an onboard diagnostic system, called OBD, that monitors engine and automatic transmission con- CAUTION!
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 9. Speedometer CAUTION! Indicates vehicle speed. Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause 10. Fuel Door Reminder damage to the engine control system. It also could The arrow in this symbol is a reminder that the affect fuel economy and drivability.
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” 14. Sport Mode in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for This light will illuminate when Sport or Track further information. mode is selected. When Sport mode is selected, the EVIC will display “Sport Mode Active 13.
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 transmission will hold gear at redline during manual indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake shifting (console shifter or paddle switches). fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system reservoir.
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force dropped below a specified level.
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 18. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ NOTE: • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on mo- Light” in the instrument cluster will come on mentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN.
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 20. Seat Belt Reminder Light The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/ ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight or when towing a trailer.
Page 299: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER WARNING! (EVIC) The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the others could be badly burned by steam or boiling instrument cluster.
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful The system allows the driver to select information by information by pressing the switches mounted on the pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering steering wheel.
Page 301: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 UP Button SELECT Button Press and release the UP button to scroll up- Press and release the SELECT button for access ward through the main menu and Vehicle Info to main menus, sub-menus or to select a per- and Trip Info sub-menus (Fuel Economy, Ve- sonal setting in the setup menu.
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Unstored Messages 3. The reconfigurable telltales section. This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the The main display area will normally display the main condition that activated the message is cleared. Examples menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main of this message type are Turn Signal On (if a turn signal menu.
Page 303: Evic White Telltale Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 • Electronic Speed Control SET The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the white telltales area on the right, amber telltales in the This light will turn on when the electronic middle, and red telltales on the left. speed control is SET.
Page 304: Evic Amber Telltale Lights
302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator EVIC Amber Telltale Lights This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- This light will turn on to indicate the wind- tales. These telltales include: shield washer fluid is low. •...
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 • Trunk Ajar turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential electrical This light will turn on to indicate that the trunk devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If the may be ajar. charging system light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system.
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and placed in the PARK position. The light should turn off. stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve- If the light remains lit with the engine running, your hicle.
Page 307: Oil Change Due
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 Oil Change Due CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Oil Change Due” message will Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera- flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
Page 308: Fuel Economy
306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Miles Per Gallon (MPG) 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times within 10 seconds. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to cycle through all the 3. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the ENGINE Trip Computer functions.
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 This feature allows you to monitor when you are driving in a fuel efficient manner, and it can be used to modify driving habits in order to increase fuel economy. Distance To Empty (DTE) Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank.
Page 310: Vehicle Speed
308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the “LOW Trip Info FUEL” message and a new DTE value will display. Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Trip Info” displays highlighted in the EVIC and press the Miles Per Gallon (MPG) SELECT button.
Page 311: Units
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 Trip B Units Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Units” reset. displays highlighted in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. The EVIC, odometer, and navigation system (if Elapsed Time equipped) can be changed between English and Metric Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset...
Page 312: Srt
310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 1/8 Mile • 1/4 Mile WARNING! • Instantaneous G-Force Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor- • Peak G-Force mance Features is intended for off-highway or off- road use only and should not be done on any public To access, press and release either the UP or DOWN roadways.
Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 • The feature will “ready” when the vehicle speed is at • The word “READY” will display when conditions are 0 mph (0 km/h). The word “READY” will appear met for the event to begin. when conditions are met for the event to begin.
Page 314: Vehicle Info
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The feature will “ready” when the vehicle is at 0 mph • Pressing and holding the SELECT button for five (0 km/h). The word “READY” will display when seconds will clear the peak force values. conditions are met for the event to begin.
Page 315: Messages
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 • Engine Hours Uconnect Touch™ SETTINGS Displays the number of hours of engine operation. The Uconnect Touch™ system uses a combination of soft and hard keys located on the center of the instrument • Tire Pressure panel that allows you to access and change the customer Shows the actual tire pressure for each tire (EXCLUDING programmable features and SRT Performance Features.
Page 316: Customer Programmable Features - Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 Settings
314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect Touch™ 4.3 Settings In this mode the Uconnect Touch™ system allows you to access programmable features that may be equipped such as Display, Clock, Safety/Assistance, Lights, Doors & Locks, Heated Seats, Engine Off Operation, Compass Settings, Audio, Phone/Bluetooth and SIRIUS Setup through hard-keys and soft-keys.
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 selecting any point on the scale between the + and – soft-keys. Then touch the arrow back soft-key. • Mode Touch the Mode soft-key to change this display. When in this display, you may select one of the auto display settings.
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Units • Fuel Saver Display Touch the Units soft-key to change this display. When in Touch the Fuel Saver Display soft-key to turn the “ECO” this display, you may switch the EVIC, odometer, and message (located in the instrument cluster display) on or navigation system (if equipped) between US and Metric off.
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 the digital clock in the status bar. To change the Show dynamic driving, select the Near setting. This warns you Time Status setting, press and release the ON or OFF of a possible collision when you are much closer to the soft-key.
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Refer to “ParkSense Rear Park Assist” in “Understand- mode. When this mode is selected, the Blind Spot Moni- ing The Features Of Your Vehicle” for system function tor (BSM) system is activated and will only show a visual and operating information.
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 • Rain Sensing Lights Touch the Rain Sensing soft-key to change this display. • Illuminated Approach When this feature is selected, the system will automati- Touch the Illuminated Approach soft-key to change this cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture display.
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Auto High Beams “SmartBeam™” • Steering Directed Lights Touch the Auto High Beams soft-key to change this Touch the Steering Directed Lights soft-key to change this display. When this feature is selected, the high beam display.
Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 • Sound Horn With Remote Start Doors & Locks Touch the Sound Horn With Remote Start soft-key to • Auto Unlock On Exit change this display. When this feature is selected, the Touch the Auto Unlock On Exit soft-key to change this horn will sound when the remote start is activated.
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL press of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter the interior door lock/unlock switch can be used to UNLOCK button. When Unlock Driver Door Only On 1st unlock all the doors (or use the RKE transmitter). Press is selected, you must press the RKE transmitter •...
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 door(s) without having to press the RKE transmitter lock enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the or unlock buttons. To make your selection, touch the vehicle. To make your selection, touch the Easy Exit Seats Passive Entry soft-key and select ON or OFF.
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to OFF. Opening the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, either front door will cancel this feature.
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 • Calibration Audio Touch the Calibration soft-key to change this setting. This • Equalizer compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to Touch the Equalizer soft-key to change this display. manually reset the compass. When the vehicle is new, the When in this display, you may adjust the Bass, Mid and compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display Treble settings.
Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Speed Adjusted Volume SIRIUS Setup Touch the Speed Adjusted Volume soft-key to change this • Channel Skip display. This feature increases or decreases volume rela- SIRIUS can be programmed to designate a group of tive to vehicle speed.
Page 329: Customer Programmable Features - Uconnect Touch™ System 8.4 Settings
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To reactivate your service, either call the number listed on the screen or visit the provider online. NOTE: SIRIUS Travel Link is a separate subscription. Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect Touch™...
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Once the setting is complete press the Back Arrow setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale soft-key to return to the previous menu or press the X between the + and – soft-keys. Then touch the arrow back soft-key to close out of the settings screen.
Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 • Units check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that When in this display, you may select to have the EVIC, setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key odometer, and navigation system (if equipped) changed to return to the previous menu.
Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 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 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing that driving experience. To change the FCW status, touch and setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key release the OFF, Near or Far button. Then touch the arrow to return to the previous menu.
Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Tilt Mirrors In Reverse audible alert when the turn signal is on. When “Off” is When this feature is selected, the outside sideview mir- selected, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system is deacti- rors will tilt downward when the ignition is in the RUN vated.
Page 335 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 top of the screen. After five seconds, this note will and operating information. To make your selection, touch disappear. The ParkView camera is located on the rear the Hill Start Assist soft-key, until a check-mark appears of the vehicle above the rear License plate.
Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped • Daytime Running Lights When this feature is selected, and the headlight switch is When this feature is selected, the headlights will turn on in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on ap- whenever the engine is running.
Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 • Flash Headlight With Lock selected with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected. To make your selection, touch the Flash Head- When this feature is selected, the headlights will flash lights with Lock soft-key, until a check-mark appears when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote next to setting, showing that setting has been selected.
Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL touch the Sound Horn With Remote Start soft-key, until a grasped. With Passive Entry, if 1st Press Of Key Fob check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting Unlocks is programmed touching the handle more than has been selected.
Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 vehicle. To make your selection, touch the Memory check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting Linked To FOB soft-key, until a check-mark appears next has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch return to the previous menu.
Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Easy Exit Seat • Headlight Off Delay This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds vehicle.
Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • Perform Compass Calibration NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Touch the Calibration soft-key to change this setting. This Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to module is located, and it can cause interference with the manually reset the compass.
Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Equalizer • Music Info Cleanup When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and This feature helps organize music files for optimized Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – music navigation.
Page 343: Srt Performance Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 SIRIUS Setup Touch the Subscription Info soft-key to access the Sub- After pressing the SIRIUS Setup soft-key the following scription Information screen. settings will be available. Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To •...
Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Performance Page include the following: WARNING! • Timers Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor- • Engine Values mance Features is intended for off-highway or off- road use only and should not be done on any public •...
Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 • The distance measurement will be aborted if the brake The following describes each feature and its operation: pedal is released before the vehicle comes to a com- Timers plete stop. 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h), 1/8 Mile, 1/4 Mile G-Force When selected, this screen displays the time it takes for When selected, this screen displays all four G-Force...
Page 346: Ipod /Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped
344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Battery Voltage • Oil Pressure Shows the actual battery voltage. Shows the actual oil pressure. • Battery Voltage Gauges 2 When selected, this screen displays the following values: Shows the actual battery voltage. • Coolant Temperature Engine Shows the actual coolant temperature within the range of When selected, this screen displays miles per hour (mph),...
Page 347: Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod The 12 Channel Class D GreenEdge high efficiency and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may amplifier is governed by a high voltage tracking power not fully support the iPod control features. Please visit supply and drives a 7.5-channel playback architecture.
Page 348: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Selecting “Audio Surround” through the DSS modes activates the Harman Kardon Logic7 multichannel surround-sound technology in your vehicle. The “Video Surround” mode is described under Driver-Selectable Surround (DSS). The Video Surround Mode will only be available for video media sources (DVDs, Video CDs, or other video media supported by the radio).
Page 349: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 Pressing the center button will make the radio switch CD Player between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/ Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next CD/HDD/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 350: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective precautions: coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding.
Page 351: Climate Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. This system can be operated through either the Automatic Climate Controls on the instrument panel or through the Uconnect Touch™...
Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Soft-Keys Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect Touch™ system screen. Automatic Climate Controls — Hard-keys (ATC System Shown) Uconnect Touch™ System 4.3 Manual Temperature Controls — Soft-keys...
Page 353 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 If equipped with ATC, performing this function will cause the automatic operation to switch into manual mode and the AUTO indicator will turn off. 2. Recirculation Control Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when ON.
Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL position. Blower control should be left in the “ON” Soft-key — Uconnect Touch™ System 8.4 position to allow the climate control to either warm or Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting cool the vehicle and the large blower icon to increase the blower setting.
Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 An indicator will illuminate when the rear window 6. Passenger Temperature Control Up Button defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically Provides the passenger with independent temperature turns off after 10 minutes. control. Push the button for warmer temperature set- tings.
Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 9. AUTO Operation Button — If Equipped NOTE: In Sync mode, this button will also automati- Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by cally adjust the passenger temperature setting at the adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Performing same time.
Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 • Bi-Level Mode • Defrost Mode Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and Air comes from the windshield and side window floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed demist outlets. Use Defrost mode with maximum through the defrost and side window demister outlets.
Page 358: Climate Control Functions
356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 14. Temperature Control NOTE: • For Manual Climate Controls, if the system is in Mix, (Manual Temperature Control Only) Press the temperature soft-key to regulate the tempera- Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C can be turned off, but ture of the air inside the passenger compartment.
Page 359: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 Recirculation Control Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) When outside air contains smoke, odors, or ATC Hard-keys are located in the center of the instru- high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, ment panel. you may wish to recirculate interior air by Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect Touch™...
Page 360 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is Manual Operation not necessary to change the settings. You will experience The system allows for manual selection of blower speed, the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation con- function automatically.
Page 361: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 Operating Tips Winter Operation Use of the air Recirculation mode during Winter months NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for is not recommended because it may cause window suggested control settings for various weather condi- fogging.
Page 362 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they windshield and provide sufficient heating.
Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 Manual Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 365: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....367 Automatic Transmission ....372 ▫...
Page 366 364 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ....394 Driving On Slippery Surfaces ... . . 383 ▫...
Page 367 STARTING AND OPERATING 365 ▫ Replacement Tires ....420 Tires — General Information ... . . 412 ▫...
Page 368 366 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ MMT In Gasoline ....434 ▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ..441 ▫...
Page 369: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if do not leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
Page 370: Keyless Enter-N-Go
368 STARTING AND OPERATING Normal Starting CAUTION! (Continued) Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm is at idle speed.
Page 371 STARTING AND OPERATING 369 2. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position. ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions – With Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal 3. If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/ (In PARK Or NEUTRAL Position) STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle The ENGINE START/STOP button operates similar to an speed must be above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the engine...
Page 372: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or 29°C)
370 STARTING AND OPERATING Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or 29°C) WARNING! (Continued) To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- it started.
Page 373: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 371 Clearing A Flooded Engine ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED (Using ENGINE START/STOP Button) The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits If the engine fails to start after you have followed the quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a “Normal Starting”...
Page 374: Automatic Transmission
372 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK CAUTION! or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than Damage to the automatic transmission may occur if idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing on the following precautions are not observed: the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate •...
Page 375: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 373 the transmission in PARK. This system also locks the shift WARNING! (Continued) lever in PARK whenever the ignition switch is in the OFF • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure position. those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift...
Page 376: Gear Ranges
374 STARTING AND OPERATING The electronically-controlled transmission provides a Gear Ranges precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new NEUTRAL into another gear range. vehicle may be somewhat abrupt.
Page 377 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than the parking brake. Always apply the parking idle speed.
Page 378 376 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 379 STARTING AND OPERATING 377 • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever CAUTION! will not move out of PARK. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you REVERSE must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
Page 380 378 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the shifts, and the best fuel economy. The transmission ignition to coast down a hill.
Page 381 STARTING AND OPERATING 379 Transmission Limp Home Mode 3. Turn the engine OFF. Transmission function is monitored electronically for 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home 5.
Page 382: Autostick
380 STARTING AND OPERATING Overdrive Operation This system can also provide you with more control The automatic transmission includes an electronically during passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, controlled Overdrive (fifth gear). The transmission will mountain driving, trailer towing, and many other situa- automatically shift into the Overdrive gear if the follow- tions.
Page 383 STARTING AND OPERATING 381 • The transmission will automatically downshift as the out of the AutoStick mode at any time without taking vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will your foot off the accelerator pedal. display the current gear. •...
Page 384: Sport Mode
382 STARTING AND OPERATING Auto SPORT MODE This vehicle is equipped with an electronic controlled • If AutoStick is engaged while in “Auto” mode, the dampening system. This system reduces body roll and transmission will automatically shift up if maximum pitch in many driving situations including cornering, engine speed is reached.
Page 385: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 383 • Automatic (Auto) Mode — This is the default position AUTO mode will provide a sporty comfortable ride, when vehicle ignition is first turned on. This mode will where as SPORT or TRACK will be a firmer, sportier give a sporty, but comfortable ride.
Page 386: Traction
384 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. visible. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the rear 4.
Page 387: Flowing/Rising Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 385 Flowing/Rising Water Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through WARNING! shallow standing water, consider the following Caution and Warning before doing so. Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 388 386 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 389: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 387 • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering in tight spaces.
Page 390: Power Steering Fluid Check
388 STARTING AND OPERATING Power Steering Fluid Check WARNING! Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are with the engine off to prevent injury from moving apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.
Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389 The foot operated parking brake is located below the When the parking brake is applied with the ignition lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the switch in the ON position, the “Brake Warning Light” in park brake, firmly push the park brake pedal fully.
Page 392 390 STARTING AND OPERATING make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. The WARNING! (Continued) parking brake should always be applied whenever the • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with driver is not in the vehicle. access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 393: Anti-Lock Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 391 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING! (Continued) The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- vehicle stability and brake performance under most ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage braking conditions.
Page 394 392 STARTING AND OPERATING ABS is activated during braking under certain road or WARNING! stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in- • The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip- clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops. ment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or high output You also may experience the following when the brake radio transmitting equipment.
Page 395: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- brake control system that include Anti-Lock Brake Sys- ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase tem (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Brake Assist braking or steering efficiency beyond that af- System (BAS), and the Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
Page 396: Traction Control System (Tcs)
394 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) WARNING! This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each driven wheel. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability.
Page 397: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 395 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) WARNING! This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. The ESC The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics corrects for oversteering and understeering the vehicle from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel.
Page 398 396 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Operating Modes WARNING! The ESC system has three available operating modes: The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- ESC On vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the This is the normal operating mode for the ESC. When- vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by ever the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in this prevailing road conditions.
Page 399 STARTING AND OPERATING 397 The “ESC Off” switch is located in the switch bank near WARNING! the bottom center of the instrument panel. To enter the “Partial Off” mode, momentarily press the “ESC Off” When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS portion of ESC, switch and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator except for the limited wheel slip feature described in Light”...
Page 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING release the TRIP ODOMETER button located on the NOTE: When the ESC is switched OFF, a feature of the instrument cluster to clear this message. The “ESC OFF” system remains active. This feature controls wheel spin message may appear in the Electronic Vehicle Informa- across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential.
Page 401: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
STARTING AND OPERATING 399 • Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e., Hill Start Assist (HSA) The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle back- starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. HSA will maintain ing uphill is in REVERSE gear).
Page 402: Ready Alert Braking
400 STARTING AND OPERATING Ready Alert Braking WARNING! 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. It anticipates when an emergency braking situation may parking brake fully when leaving your vehicle.
Page 403: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 401 ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac- ESC OFF Indicator Light celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and Light”...
Page 404: Synchronizing Esc
402 STARTING AND OPERATING Synchronizing ESC TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION If the power supply is interrupted (battery Tire Markings disconnected discharged), “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” may illuminate with the engine running. If this should occur, turn the steering wheel completely to the left and then to the right.
Page 405 STARTING AND OPERATING 403 NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” ing the size designation.
Page 406 404 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 407 STARTING AND OPERATING 405 EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
Page 408: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
406 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 409: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 407 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 410: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
408 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door.
Page 411 STARTING AND OPERATING 409 axles must not be exceeded. For further information on This placard tells you important information about GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the: “Vehicle Loading” in this section. 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of...
Page 412 410 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of of your vehicle with varying seating configurations cargo and luggage load capacity.
Page 413 STARTING AND OPERATING 411...
Page 414: Tires - General Information
412 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 415: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 413 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side “B” Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to door.
Page 416 414 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the Winter.
Page 417: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 415 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 418: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
416 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle. If your vehicle has this option refer to an Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation The compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. pattern. You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on If your vehicle is not equipped with an original equip- the Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the...
Page 419: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 417 your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the WARNING! original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Compact spares are for temporary emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive more than Limited-Use Spare –...
Page 420: Tire Spinning
418 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the age or failure.
Page 421: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 419 Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: • Driving style • Tire pressure • Distance driven WARNING! Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread.
Page 422: Replacement Tires
420 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Tires It is recommended you contact your original equipment The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many or an authorized tire dealer with any questions you may characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for have on tire specifications or capability.
Page 423: Tire Chains
STARTING AND OPERATING 421 TIRE CHAINS WARNING! (Continued) If driving conditions require tire chains for your vehicle, • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or use only chains that meet SAE type “Class S” specifica- capacity, other than what was originally equipped tions.
Page 424: Tire Rotation Recommendations
422 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: In order to avoid damage to tires, chains, and CAUTION! (Continued) your vehicle do not drive for a prolonged period on dry • Install chains on the rear wheels as tightly as pavement. Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instruc- possible and then retighten after driving about ⁄...
Page 425: Tire Rotation - Standard Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 423 These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. Tire Rotation – Standard Tires The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with The suggested rotation method is the “side-to-side” as aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type shown in the following diagram.
Page 426: Tire Rotation - All Season Tires
424 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Rotation – All Season Tires TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The suggested rotation method for vehicles equipped The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the with all season tires is the “forward-cross” as shown in driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- the following diagram.
Page 427 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if For example, your vehicle may have a recommended the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure limit for any reason, including low temperature effects of 30 psi (207 kPa).
Page 428 426 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care • The TPMS has been optimized for the original and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size •...
Page 429: Premium System
STARTING AND OPERATING 427 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, The TPMS consists of the following components: and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in • Receiver module, the tire. • Four TPM sensors, Premium System •...
Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible The TPM Telltale Light will illuminate in the in- and inflate the tires with a low pressure condition (those strument cluster and a chime will sound when tire flashing in the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recom- pressure is low in one or more of the four active mended cold placard pressure inflation value.
Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault no longer exists, the TPM Telltale Light will no longer flash, and the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message will no longer display, and a pressure value will display in place of the dashes.
Page 432 430 STARTING AND OPERATING The EVIC will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM EVIC will display a low pressure message and a graphic message for a minimum of five seconds when a system showing the low tire pressure value flashing. fault related to an incorrect sensor location fault is 3.
Page 433: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 431 3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above warning limit in any of the four active road tires. The 15 mph (24 km/h), the TPM Telltale Light will flash on vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
Page 434: Fuel Requirements
432 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- 6.4L Engine wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties The 6.4L engine is designed to meet all necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, emissions regulations and provide excel- and durability for your vehicle.
Page 435: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
STARTING AND OPERATING 433 Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol ates are required in some areas of the country during the content may void the vehicle’s warranty.
Page 436: Mmt In Gasoline
434 STARTING AND OPERATING • disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether engine controller memory the gasoline contains MMT. It is even more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada, because MMT More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the exposure to E-85 fuel.
Page 437: Fuel System Cautions
STARTING AND OPERATING 435 Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being CAUTION! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s Most of these products contain high concentra- performance: tions of methanol.
Page 438: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
436 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper WARNING! maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mal conditions repaired promptly.
Page 439: Adding Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 437 ADDING FUEL 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located in the driver’s door map pocket). Fuel Filler Door 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. 4.
Page 440 438 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Only the correct size nozzle opens the latches allowing the flapper door to open. 5. Fill the vehicle with fuel – when the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off the fuel tank is full. 6. Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door. NOTE: A funnel is provided (located in the trunk in the spare tire area) to open the flapper door to allow for emergency refueling with a gas can.
Page 441: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release
STARTING AND OPERATING 439 Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release WARNING! If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near filler door emergency release. the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank 1.
Page 442: Vehicle Loading
440 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Pull the release cable. VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on the “Vehicle Certification Label.” This information should be used for passenger and luggage loading as indicated. Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 443: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)
STARTING AND OPERATING 441 • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles •...
Page 444: Overloading
442 STARTING AND OPERATING Overloading Loading The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store heavier items service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and the down low and be sure you distribute their weight as front and rear GAWR.
Page 445: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 443 NOTE: RECREATIONAL TOWING • Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed to the (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR and Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground, GAWRs. or using a tow dolly) is NOT ALLOWED.
Page 447: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....446 Jump-Starting Procedures ....458 ▫...
Page 448: Hazard Warning Flashers
446 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the switch bank near the top center of the instrument panel. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action.
Page 449: Tirefit Kit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 447 TIREFIT KIT CAUTION! Small punctures up to ⁄ ” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with TIREFIT. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or Driving with a hot cooling system could damage nails) should not be removed from the tire. TIREFIT can your vehicle.
Page 450: Tirefit Storage
448 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Storage TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk. 1. Sealant Bottle TIREFIT Location 2. Deflation Button 3. Pressure Gauge 4. Power Button...
Page 451 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 449 5. Mode Select Knob Selecting Sealant Mode Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this 6. Sealant Hose (Clear) position to inject the TIREFIT Sealant 7. Air Pump Hose (Black) and to inflate the tire. Use the Sealant Hose (clear hose) (6) when selecting 8.
Page 452: Tirefit Usage Precautions
450 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem TIREFIT Usage Precautions on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant TIREFIT kit. Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on the •...
Page 453 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 451 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) − If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the wheel. vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the •...
Page 454: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit
452 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT WARNING! (Continued) (A) Whenever You Stop To Use TIREFIT: • Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to come in contact with hair, eyes, or clothing. TIRE- 1.
Page 455 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 453 (B) Setting Up To Use TIREFIT: (C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated Tire: 1. Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to the Sealant Mode • Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE- position.
Page 456 454 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Sealant Hose (6) to the valve stem. Check that the Mode If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the Select Knob (5) is in the Sealant Mode position and not Sealant Hose (6): Air Mode.
Page 457 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 455 If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle storage pressure within 15 minutes: location. Quickly proceed to (D) “Drive Vehicle”. •...
Page 458 456 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in color) and WARNING! screw the fitting at the end of hose (7) onto the valve stem. TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using 4.
Page 459 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 457 2. Disconnect the TIREFIT kit from the valve stem, 2. Locate the round Sealant Bottle release button in the reinstall the cap on the valve stem and unplug from 12 recessed area under the sealant bottle. Volt outlet.
Page 460: Jump-Starting Procedures
458 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump- started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
Page 461 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 459 WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact.
Page 462: Jump-Starting Procedure
460 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park CAUTION! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle WARNING! or the discharged vehicle.
Page 463 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 461 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper WARNING! cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable discharged battery.
Page 464: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
462 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE NOTE: Turn off the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it — if equipped, or Traction Control System (TCS) — if can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your equipped before rocking the vehicle.
Page 465: Shift Lever Override - 5 Speed Transmission
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 463 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE — 5 SPEED WARNING! TRANSMISSION If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- moved out of the PARK position, you can use the ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: even failure, of the axle and tires.
Page 466 464 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 6. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position. 5. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold the 7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. override tab through the access port on the center con- 8.
Page 467: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 465 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground SRT8 MODELS IF Transmission is operable: Flat Tow NONE • Transmission in NEUTRAL • 30 mph (48 km/h)max speed Front • 15 mi (24 km) max distance Wheel Lift Rear Flatbed...
Page 468 466 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Flatbed towing is recommended. CAUTION! If the transmission is operable, vehicles this vehicle may • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. be towed (with rear wheels on the ground) under the Damage to the fascia will occur. following conditions: •...
Page 469: Without The Ignition Key
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 467 If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be Without The Ignition Key towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed 15 miles (24 km), tow with the rear wheels OFF the with the ignition in the OFF position.
Page 471: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ....478 Engine Compartment — 6.4L (392 HEMI) ..471 ▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ....479 Onboard Diagnostic System —...
Page 472 470 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Brake System ..... . . 494 Bulb Replacement ..... 513 ▫...
Page 473: Engine Compartment - 6.4L (392 Hemi)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L (392 HEMI) 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 4 —...
Page 474: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
472 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emissions control system.
Page 475 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 473 For states that require an Inspection and Mainte- 2. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction this test over. Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not 3.
Page 476: Replacement Parts
474 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If your OBD II system is not ready, you should see your REPLACEMENT PARTS authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was Use of genuine MOPAR parts for normal/scheduled recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to en- you may need to do nothing more than drive your sure the designed performance.
Page 477: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 475 WARNING! CAUTION! • Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per- You can be badly injured working on or around a form repairs and service when necessary could motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you result in more costly repairs, damage to other have the knowledge and the proper equipment.
Page 478: Engine Oil
476 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil CAUTION! Checking Oil Level Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine. be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
Page 479 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 477 The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthetic Synthetic Engine Oils SAE 0W-40 engine oil or equivalent. You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- CAUTION! mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed.
Page 480: Engine Oil Filter
478 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Filter WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change. The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine Engine Oil Filter Selection backfire.
Page 481: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 479 Maintenance-Free Battery Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- tenance required. NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the engine compartment for jump starting.
Page 482 480 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 483: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 481 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.
Page 484: A/C Air Filter
482 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealers or other service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
Page 485 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 483 Filter Access Cover A/C Air Filter 3. Remove the used filter. 5. Close the filter access cover. 4. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the maintenance intervals.
Page 486: Body Lubrication
484 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Lubrication The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the...
Page 487: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 485 NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend- To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or performance of blades may be present with chattering, exceeds the temperature range of your climate.
Page 488: Exhaust System
486 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System WARNING! The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Page 489 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 487 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- CAUTION! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst leaded fuel only.
Page 490: Cooling System
488 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- Cooling System age: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion.
Page 491 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 489 Coolant Checks If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti- Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where bottle.
Page 492 490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Coolant CAUTION! Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may intervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be used up result in engine damage and may decrease corro- to five years or 104,000 miles (169 000 km) before sion protection.
Page 493 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 491 • Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will and distilled water. Use higher concentrations (not to decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) and exceed 70%) if temperatures below 34°F ( 37°C) are will require more frequent coolant changes.
Page 494 492 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
Page 495 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493 When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, contents of maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against coolant bottle. Do not overfill. freezing.
Page 496: Brake System
494 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter Master Cylinder – Brake Fluid Level Check operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may if the brake system warning light indicates system fail- result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas ure.
Page 497 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 495 Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re- WARNING! (Continued) fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main- • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or taining Your Vehicle” for further information. moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 498: Automatic Transmission
496 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any trans- WARNING! (Continued) mission; only the approved lubricant may be used. • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- Special Additives nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered be damaged, causing partial or complete brake product and its performance may be impaired by supple-...
Page 499 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 497 Fluid Level Check CAUTION! (Continued) Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks are not • The fluid level is preset at the factory and it does required. For this reason, the dipstick is omitted. not require adjustment under normal operating If you notice fluid loss or transmission malfunction, have conditions.
Page 500: Rear Axle
498 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Axle Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be graphic locations and usage.
Page 501 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 499 • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR The most common causes are: Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film, stains • Road salt, dirt, and moisture accumulation. and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to •...
Page 502 500 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 503 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501 • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean or a mild CAUTION! soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes.
Page 504 502 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom- Cleaning Headlights mended for leather upholstery. Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth.
Page 505 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 503 quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do Seat Belt Maintenance not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical scratch the elements. solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
Page 506: Fuses
504 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES CAUTION! Integrated Power Module • When installing the integrated power module The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- compartment. This module contains fuses and relays. erly positioned and fully latched.
Page 507 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 505 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — — Fuse – Spare — 10 Amp Security 40 Amp — Radiator Fan #1 Green — 20 Amp Horns Yellow 50 Amp —...
Page 508 506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 50 Amp — Power Steering #2 — 25 Amp Engine Module Natural 30 Amp — Wiper Motor — — Fuse – Spare Pink —...
Page 509: Rear Power Distribution Center
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 507 Rear Power Distribution Center Cavity Car- Mini- Description There is also a power distribution center located in the tridge Fuse trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center Fuse contains fuses and relays. — 10 Amp Power Steering Module/AC Clutch Relay...
Page 510 508 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description CAUTION! tridge Fuse • When installing the power distribution center Fuse cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- 60 Amp — Front PDC Feed #1 erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so Yellow may allow water to get into the power distribution —...
Page 511 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 509 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp — Driver Door — — Fuse — Spare Pink — — Fuse — Spare 30 Amp — Passenger Door — 10 Amp Fuel Door/Diagnostic Pink...
Page 512 510 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 15 Amp Ignition Switch/Wireless — 25 Amp Rear Heated Seats/ Blue Module Natural Steering Wheel — 10 Amp Steering Column — 10 Amp Park Assist/Blind Spot/ Module/Clock...
Page 513 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 511 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Front Heated Seats — — Fuse — Spare Yellow — — Fuse — Spare — 10 Amp Heated Cupholders/ —...
Page 514: Vehicle Storage
512 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than Interior Bulb Number 21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps ... . . W5W battery.
Page 515: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 513 BULB REPLACEMENT Exterior Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamp (Standard Halogen) ..H11 Front Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Low Beam Headlamp – High Headlamp, Park/Turn Lamp, And Side Marker Intensity Discharge (HID) ....D3S Lamp —...
Page 516: Front Low Beam Headlamp And Park/Turn
514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE this, you should not attempt to service a headlamp bulb CAUTION! yourself. If a headlamp bulb fails, take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service. Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life.
Page 517: Backup Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 515 Backup Lamps 3. Remove cover. 1. Open trunk. 4. Twist the bulb one quarter turn to remove. 2. Remove fastener from cover. 5. Reinstall new bulb. 6. Install cover and fastener.
Page 518: License Lamp
516 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE License Lamp 1. Remove the screws securing the lamp to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 1 — License Lamp Bulb 2 —...
Page 519: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 517 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 19 Gallons 72 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 6.4 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40, Synthetic API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 6.4 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile 15.2 Quarts 14.4 Liters Formula or equivalent)
Page 520: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operat- ing conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SM or SM/CF.
Page 521: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 519 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Page 523 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule ....522 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..524...
Page 524 522 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime manual must be done at the times or mileages specified will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary. to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change vehicle performance and reliability.
Page 525 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 523 • Change your engine oil more often if you drive your “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In- vehicle off-road for an extended period of time. strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom- eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for •...
Page 526 524 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals CAUTION! as required.
Page 527 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 525 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 528: Service Schedule
526 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 529 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 527 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 530 528 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 531 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 529 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 532 530 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 533 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 531 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 534 532 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 535 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 533 102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 536 534 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service 114 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 537 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 535 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service 126 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 538 536 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service 138 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 539 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 537 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or 150 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
Page 540 538 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 mechanic.
Page 541: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle......541 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 542 540 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 547 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......547 ▫...
Page 543: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 541 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...
Page 544: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
542 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (800) 423–6343 •...
Page 545: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 543 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.
Page 546: Warranty Information
544 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment WARRANTY INFORMATION when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
Page 547: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 545 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
Page 548 546 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Service Manuals • Owner’s Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the information that students and professional technicians assistance of service and engineering specialists to need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group hicles.
Page 549 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 547 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Page 550 548 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 551 INDEX...
Page 552 550 INDEX About Your Brakes ..... . . 388 Airbag, Side ..... . 58,62,65,66 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 553 INDEX 551 Automatic Door Locks ..... 30 B-Pillar Location ......408 Automatic Headlights .
Page 554 552 INDEX Brightness, Interior Lights ....207 Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ... . . 83 Bulb Replacement .
Page 555 INDEX 553 Console, Floor ......278 Data Recorder, Event ..... . 70 Console, Overhead .
Page 556 554 INDEX Door Locks, Automatic ....30 Electronic Vehicle Information Door Opener, Garage ..... 258 Center (EVIC) .
Page 557 INDEX 555 Exhaust Gas Caution ....84,436 Event Data Recorder ..... . 70 Fails to Start .
Page 558 556 INDEX Fluid Capacities ......517 Ethanol ......433 Fluid Leaks .
Page 559 INDEX 557 Gasoline, Clean Air ..... . 432 Head Restraints ......189 Gasoline, Reformulated .
Page 560 558 INDEX Holder, Coin ......278 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ... 209 Holder, Cup .
Page 561 INDEX 559 LATCH Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 401 (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ..75,76 Exterior ......87 Latch Plate .
Page 562 560 INDEX Map Reading ..... . . 205 Locks ....... . . 28 Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) .
Page 563 INDEX 561 Manual, Service ......545 Monitor, Tire Pressure System ....424 Master Cylinder (Brakes) .
Page 564 562 INDEX Checking ......476 Paint Care ......498 Dipstick .
Page 565 INDEX 563 Power Steering Fluid ..... 519 Recreational Towing ..... . 443 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .
Page 566 564 INDEX Restraints, Child ......71 Front Seat ......43,45 Restraints, Occupant .
Page 567: Bags
INDEX 565 Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....15 Sound System Sentry Key Programming ....17 Kicker .
Page 568 566 INDEX Steering System, Remote Starting ....25 Column Controls ..... 203 Column Lock .
Page 569: Vehicle
INDEX 567 Chains ......421 Towing ....... 443 Compact Spare .
Page 570 568 INDEX Trip Odometer ......287 Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ..17 Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .
Page 571 INDEX 569 Windows ......36 Windshield Wipers ..... . . 209 Power .
Page 572 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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