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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 features and equipment that are either standard or op- the name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Warnings And Cautions ....8 Rollover Warning .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION sion, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group handles on different road surfaces. Your driving skills LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision will improve with experience. When driving off-road or workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all working the vehicle, don’t overload the vehicle or expect essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
Page 7: Rollover Warning
INTRODUCTION 5 NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or other should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc- unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle ing and remain with the vehicle when sold. control.
Page 8: How To Use This Manual
6 INTRODUCTION Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL provided is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section the U.S. government notes that the universal use of contains the information you desire.
Page 9 INTRODUCTION 7...
Page 10: Warnings And Cautions
8 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 11: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 9 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 13: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....14 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..21 ▫...
Page 14 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Remote Open Window Feature — Windows ......40 If Equipped .
Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 ▫ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — ▫ Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 72 If Equipped ......57 ▫...
Page 16: A Word About Your Keys
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ignition switch.
Page 17: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion.
Page 18: Removing Key Fob From Ignition
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Removing Key Fob From Ignition at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob to the then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 19 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 • The power window switches, radio, power sunroof (if CAUTION! (Continued) equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up • Leave the Key Fob in the ignition and either: to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the •...
Page 20: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key-In-Ignition Reminder WARNING! Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in the • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, sounds a signal to remind you to remove the Key Fob.
Page 21: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 The system uses the factory-mated Key Fob with Remote If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and Wireless Ignition vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec- Node (WIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.
Page 22: Customer Key Programming
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE vehicle. Once a Key Fob is programmed to a vehicle, it NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer cannot be programmed to any other vehicle. system serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to the authorized dealer.
Page 23: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED Rearming The System This Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors, If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to liftgate, liftgate flipper glass, and ignition for unauthor- disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the ized operation.
Page 24: To Disarm The System
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go To Disarm The System Press the Keyless Enter-N-Go Start/Stop button until the Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) indicates To disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm, you will need to that the vehicle ignition is “OFF”...
Page 25: Illuminated Entry
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer- Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter, Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your In- pull on the front driver or passenger door handle (refer to strument Panel”...
Page 26: To Unlock The Doors
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system To Unlock The Doors from responding to all RKE transmitter buttons for all Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE RKE transmitters.
Page 27: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Flash Lamps With Remote Key Lock To Lock The Doors This feature will cause the turn signal lamps to flash Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE ter to lock all doors.
Page 28: Using The Panic Alarm
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Open Window Feature — If Equipped NOTE: The interior lights will turn off if you turn the This feature allows you to remotely lower both front door ignition switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while windows at the same time.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade latch at the top of the RKE transmitter sideways with screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of your thumb and then pull the key out with your other the RKE transmitter apart.
Page 30: General Information
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves together. General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: •...
Page 31: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal How To Use Remote Start distance, check for these two conditions: All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: 1.
Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low WARNING! • Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle to Reset • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or The EVIC message stays active until the ignition is turned confined area.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • For security, power window and power sunroof op- To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is Before the end of 15 minute cycle, press and release the in the Remote Start mode.
Page 34: Door Locks
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go fea- DOOR LOCKS ture, the message “Remote Start Active — Push Start Manual Door Locks Button” will display in the EVIC until you push the Use the door lock knob to manually lock or unlock the START button.
Page 35: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 WARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive, as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
Page 36: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If a rear door is locked, it cannot be opened from inside Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear the vehicle without first unlocking the door. The door Doors may be unlocked manually by raising the lock knob. To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with Automatic Door Locks —...
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Child-Protection Door Lock Location Child-Protection Door Lock Function WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged (locked).
Page 38: Keyless Enter-N-Go
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, the handle may time out. Pulling the deactivated front move the lock knob up (unlocked position), roll down the door handle will reactivate the door handle’s passive window and open the door with the outside door handle.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 To Unlock From The Passenger Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automati- cally.
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors have been closed, the vehicle checks the inside and outside of the vehicle for any valid Passive Entry RKE transmitters.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”.
Page 42: Windows
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS Power Windows The power window controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the front passenger door/rear doors which operates the front passenger/rear passenger door windows. The window controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ACCESSORY position.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 past the first detent, release, and the window will go To close the window part way, lift the window switch to down automatically. To cancel the “Auto-Down” move- the first detent and release when you want the window to ment, operate the switch in either the up or down stop.
Page 44: Wind Buffeting
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Resetting The Auto Up Feature Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window probably needs to be reset. To reset Auto Up: 1. Pull the window switch up to close the window completely and continue to hold the switch up for an additional two seconds after the window is closed.
Page 45: Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting. LIFTGATE To open the liftgate, pull up on the handle and lift.
Page 46: Power Liftgate - If Equipped
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Liftgate — If Equipped When the LIFTGATE button on the RKE transmitter is The power liftgate may be opened by pulling pressed two times, the turn signals will flash twice to up on the liftgate handle or by pressing the signal that the liftgate is opening or closing (if Flash LIFTGATE button on the Remote Keyless Entry...
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 button to operate. If the liftgate is not fully open, press WARNING! the Liftgate button on the Key Fob to fully open the liftgate, and then press it again to close. During power operation, personal injury or cargo damage may occur.
Page 48: Occupant Restraints
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions WARNING! (Continued) within the same cycle, the system will automatically • If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, stop and the liftgate must be opened or closed manu- make sure that all windows are closed, and the ally.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 • Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) located by extending the belt all the way out and then adjust- on top of the front seats (integrated into the head ing the belt to the desired length to restrain a child seat restraint) or secure a large item in a seat —...
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow risk of harm from a deploying airbag: children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 4. Do not lean against the door or window. If your WARNING! (Continued) vehicle has side airbags, and deployment occurs, the • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument side airbags will inflate forcefully into the space be- panel during Advanced Front Airbag deployment tween you and the door.
Page 52: Lap/Shoulder Belts
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even WARNING! on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat and cause an accident that includes you.
Page 53: Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. WARNING! (Continued) Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt outside of a vehicle.
Page 54 52 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 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up a • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. bit on the shoulder belt.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.
Page 57: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ In the front seating positions, the shoulder belt can be shoulder belt. adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck.
Page 58: Energy Management Feature
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, designed to release webbing in a controlled manner.
Page 59: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 additional information refer to “Installing Child Re- ratcheting sound as the belt retracts. Allow the webbing straints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt” under the “Child to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull Restraints”...
Page 60: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode WARNING! 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- the entire belt is extracted.
Page 61: Seat Belt Pretensioners
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the straint Controller (ORC). Like the airbags, the pretension- latch plate.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR. This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in certain types of rear impacts.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. CAUTION! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mecha- nism 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock 1 —...
Page 65: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert ) BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger BeltAlert ) to fasten their seatbelts. This feature is active whenever the ignition is on.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the 2. Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON/RUN position front passenger seat is unoccupied. BeltAlert may be (do not start the engine), and wait for the Seat Belt triggered when an animal or heavy object is on the front Reminder Light to turn off.
Page 67: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Seat Belt Extender We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended and throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if the best way to keep the baby safe.
Page 68: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbags
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Airbags This vehicle has Advanced Front Airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s Advanced Front Air- bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat- design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of Mounted Side Airbags (SAB) to provide enhanced pro- inflation based on the severity and type of collision.
Page 70: Advanced Front Airbag Features
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Instrument Panel determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), which may receive information from the front impact • Knee Impact Bolster sensors. • Driver Advanced Front Airbag The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an •...
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers or attempt to open them manually. You may dam- age the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags may no longer be functional. The protective covers for the airbag cushions are de- signed to open only when the airbags are inflating.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) SABIC airbags may offer side-impact and vehicle rollover protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure. Each airbag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side-impact head injuries.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 • Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim; WARNING! (Continued) but they will open during airbag deployment. • Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC airbags during between you and the side airbags;...
Page 74: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front Advanced Front Airbags are designed to provide addi- Airbags work with the knee bolsters to provide improved tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in protection for the driver and front passenger.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Because airbag sensors measure vehicle deceleration over Also, the ORC turns on the Airbag Warning time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are not Light in the instrument panel for approxi- good indicators of whether or not an airbag should have mately four to eight seconds for a self-check deployed.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE based on the collision type and severity. The steering WARNING! wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru- airbags inflate to their full size.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Based on the severity and type of collision, the side A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the airbag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle may be SABIC. The inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of triggered, releasing a quantity of non-toxic gas.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Front And Side Impact Sensors If A Deployment Occurs In front and side impacts, front and side impact sensors The Advanced Front Airbags are designed to deflate can aid the ORC in determining the appropriate response immediately after deployment.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 • As the airbags deflate, you may see some smoke-like WARNING! particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the non-toxic gas used for Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot airbag inflation.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your airbag WARNING! system. The airbag may inflate accidentally or may • Modifications to any part of the airbag system not function properly if modifications are made.
Page 81: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 with airbag system electrical components. While the Event Data Recorder (EDR) airbag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer ser- (EDR).
Page 82: Child Restraints
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE These data can help provide a better understanding of Child Restraints the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the time, including babies and children. Every state in the NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a United States, and all Canadian provinces, require that non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 • The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the WARNING! vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up to about 20 lbs (9 kg). Convertible child seats often In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, have a higher weight limit in the rearward-facing can become a projectile inside the vehicle.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child WARNING! restraint: • Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in • Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety airbag unless the airbag is turned off.
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle. Then, NOTE: For additional information, refer to pull the shoulder belt until it is fully extended from the www.seatcheck.org call 1–866–SEATCHECK. retractor. Allow the belt to return into the retractor, Canadian residents, should refer to Transport Canada’s pulling on the excess webbing to tighten the lap website for additional information.
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the with knees bent over the vehicle’s seat cushion while the child’s back is against the seatback, they should use a child closer to the center of the vehicle.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 connection to the top tether anchorages, have been lower anchors can be readily identified by the symbol available for some time. For some older child restraints, located on the seatback directly above the anchorages many child restraint manufacturers offer add-on tether and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to strap kits or retro-fit kits.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here. Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that were provided with the child restraint system.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Pulling Down The Carpet Floor Panel To Access Top Top Tether Strap Anchorage (Located on Seatback) Tether Strap WARNING! Do not use the cargo tie downs located on the load floor. Improper usage of the tether can lead to a failure of an infant or child restraint.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Many, but not all restraint systems will be equipped with seat, behind the gap panel. They are not visible until separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or you fold the gap panel down. Do not use the cargo tie connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a down hooks located on the floor behind the seat.
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 a Child Restraint System (CRS). These types of seat belts Installing a Child Restraint with an ALR: are designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight 1. To install a child restraint with ALR, first, pull enough around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to route it a locking clip.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the release button facing out. If the belt still can’t be tight- ened, or if pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn the buckle around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle again.
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 anchorages behind the rear seat, pull the carpeted floor panel away from the seat back, this will expose the top tether strap anchorages. Center Seat Position Arm Rest Tether Attached For center seating position route the tether strap over the seatback and headrest then attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat.
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Top Tether Strap Anchorage (Located on Seatback) Top Tether Strap Mounting...
Page 95: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 behind the gap panel. Please note the top tether anchor- WARNING! ages are not visible until you fold the gap panel down. • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to Do not use the cargo tie down hooks located on the floor behind the seats.
Page 96: Safety Tips
94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the SAFETY TIPS limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in. Transporting Passengers Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri- NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO mental and should be avoided.
Page 97: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine WARNING! (Continued) running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and outside air into the vehicle.
Page 98: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. on while driving, have the system checked by an autho- rized dealer.
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Al- Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of ways properly reinstall and secure floor mats that vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- have been removed for cleaning.
Page 100: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 101: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors ... . . 108 Mirrors ......105 ▫...
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped ..122 ▫ Setting Memory Positions And Linking Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To ▫ Power Lumbar — If Equipped ... 124 Memory .
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 ▫ Headlight Delay ..... 149 Windshield Wipers And Washers ..155 ▫...
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Resume Speed ....164 ▫ Setting The Following Distance In ACC ..174 ▫...
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 ▫ Service The Parksense Rear Park Assist ▫ Programming HomeLink ....207 System ......198 ▫...
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Pinch Protect Feature ....214 ▫ Center Console ..... . 224 ▫...
Page 107: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position. The mirror head can be adjusted up, down, left, and right for various drivers.
Page 108: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light in the button will illuminate to indicate when the dim- ming feature is activated.
Page 109: Outside Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Outside Mirrors Outside Mirrors Folding Feature To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrors All outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved either to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight forward or rearward to resist damage.
Page 110: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE mirror, press the mirror select button for the mirror that Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by you want to adjust. Using the mirror control switch, press the optional Memory Seat Feature. Refer to “Driver on any of the four arrows for the direction that you want Memory Seat”...
Page 111: Sun Visor Extension - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 detect highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the rear/front/side of the vehicle. Illuminated Vanity Mirror Sun Visor Extension — If Equipped This feature has a pull out extension on the sun visor for increased coverage.
Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The BSM system detection zone DOES NOT change if mirrors to let the driver know that the system is opera- tional. The BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle your vehicle is towing a trailer. Therefore, visually is in any forward gear or REVERSE and enters stand by verify the adjacent lane is clear for both your vehicle mode when the vehicle is in PARK.
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Sensor Location (Driver Side Shown) BSM Warning Light The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the The BSM system can also be configured to sound an detection zones by illuminating the BSM warning light audible (chime) alert and mute the radio to notify the located in the outside mirrors.
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three different entry points (Side, Rear, Front) while driving to see if an alert is necessary. The BSM system will issue an alert during these types of zone entries. Entering From The Side Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side of the vehicle.
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Entering From The Rear Overtaking Traffic Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed of less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, berms, etc. However, occasionally the system may alert on such objects. This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require service.
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are WARNING! traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in adjacent lanes. The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones.
Page 118: Rear Cross Path
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cross Path The Rear Cross Path (RCP) feature is intended to aid the driver when backing out of parking spaces where their vision of oncoming vehicles may be blocked. Proceed slowly and cautiously out of the parking space until the rear end of the vehicle is exposed.
Page 119: Modes Of Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can Modes Of Operation be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the Three selectable modes of operation are available in the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Page 120: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE turn signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an Blind Spot Alert Off alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime When the BSM system is turned off there will be no will also be sounded.
Page 121: Voice Command - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! (Continued) Voice Commands can be initiated by pressing the VR • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your button located on the radio or steering wheel vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat controls (if equipped).
Page 122: Power Seats - If Equipped
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats — If Equipped Some models may be equipped with eight-way power driver and front passenger seats. The power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the seat. There are two switches that control the movement of the seat cushion and the seatback.
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Reclining The Seatback The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will backward.
Page 124: Passenger's Power Seat - If Equipped
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward WARNING! (Continued) The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will shoulder belt is no longer resting against your move in the direction of the switch.
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 WARNING! CAUTION! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Do not place any article under a power seat or Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to control which could cause a collision and serious the seat controls.
Page 126: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Lumbar — If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats may be also be equipped with power lumbar. The power lumbar switch is located on the outboard side of the power seat.
Page 127: Manual Front Passenger Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Manual Front Passenger Seat Forward/Rearward While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar located under Adjustment the seat cushion and move the seat forward or rearward. Some models may be equipped with a manual front Release the bar once you have reached the desired passenger seat.
Page 128: Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment - Recline
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment — WARNING! Recline To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 129: Heated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, ex- haustion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater.
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. CAUTION! Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for Repeated overheating of the seat could damage the HIGH, one for LOW and none for OFF.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Rear Heated Seats You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. On some models, the two outboard seats are equipped Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of with heated seats. There are two heated seat switches that heat in use.
Page 132: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ventilated Seats — If Equipped OFF. When HIGH speed is selected both lights on the On some models, both the driver and passenger seats are switch will be illuminated. When LOW speed is selected ventilated.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Active Head Restraints — Front Seats WARNING! Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- identified by any markings, only through visual inspec- erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- tion of the head restraint.
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push forward and rearward. To tilt the head restraint closer to button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the downward on the head restraint.
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The center head restraint has limited adjustment. Lift WARNING! (Continued) upward on the head restraint to raise it, or push down- • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they ward on the head restraint to lower it. are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose cargo.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Power Folding Third Row Head Restraints WARNING! For improved visibility when in reverse, the third row head restraints can be folded using a switch, located on Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered the instrument panels switch bank.
Page 138: 60/40 Split Rear Seat
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 60/40 Split Rear Seat Fold-Flat The second row seats can be folded flat to carry cargo. Pull upward on the release lever located on the outboard side of the seat. Fold-Flat Second Row Seat Release Lever...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Easy Access For Third Row 2. Tumble the seat forward using the pull strap located Either side of the rear seat can be tumbled forward to behind the seatback. allow passengers to easily access the third row seats. 1.
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not drive the vehicle with the second row seats in the tumbled position. The second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third row seat. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury.
Page 141: Folding Third Row
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Folding Third Row Both third row seats can be folded forward to increase the cargo area. To lower either seat pull on the release handle located on back of the seat and lower the seat using the pull strap located next to the release handle.
Page 142: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Page 143: Setting Memory Positions And Linking Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Setting Memory Positions And Linking Remote 5. Turn on the radio and set the radio station presets (up Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory to 12 AM and 12 FM stations can be set). NOTE: Each time the S (SET) button and a numbered 6.
Page 144: Memory Position Recall
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ To recall the memory setting for driver two, press Customer-Programmable Features” in “Understanding MEMORY button number 2 on the driver’s door, or the Your Instrument Panel” for further information. UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter linked to memory position 2.
Page 145: Easy Entry/Exit Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 3. Press and release the memory S (SET) button located Easy Entry/Exit Seat on the driver’s door. This feature provides automatic driver’s seat positioning which will enhance driver mobility out of and into the 4.
Page 146: To Open And Close The Hood
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE driving position when the key is placed into the TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD ignition, and turned out of the LOCK position toward To open the hood, two latches must be released. the ACC/ON position.
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 2. Reach under the hood from outside the vehicle, move CAUTION! the safety latch to the left and lift the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
Page 148: Lights
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel, next to the steering wheel. The head- light switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, cargo lights and fog lights (if equipped).
Page 149: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 NOTE: Automatic Headlights — If Equipped • Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and This system automatically turns the headlights on or off fog light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less according to ambient light levels.
Page 150: Smartbeam™ - If Equipped
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable inside rearview mirror. This camera detects vehicle spe- Features” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for cific light and automatically switches from high beams to further information. low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view. If your vehicle is equipped with a “Rain Sensitive Wiper NOTE: If the windshield or SmartBeam™...
Page 151: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 NOTE: This system will not activate until the vehicle is not in the PARK position. The lights will remain on until at or above 20 mph (32 km/h). the ignition is switched to the OFF or ACC position or the parking brake is engaged.
Page 152: Parking Lights And Panel Lights
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Parking Lights And Panel Lights To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel lights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise. To turn off the parking lights, rotate the headlight switch back to the O (Off) position. Fog Lights —...
Page 153: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Interior Lights to its farthest position up until you hear a click. This Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front feature is termed the “Parade” mode and is useful when doors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotating headlights are required during the day.
Page 154: Lights-On Reminder
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lights-On Reminder NOTE: Battery saver mode is cancelled if the ignition is If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound when Front Map/Reading Lights the driver’s door is opened.
Page 155: Ambient Light
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Each light can be turned on by pressing a switch on either Ambient Light side of the console. These buttons are backlit for night The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light time visibility.
Page 156: Multifunction Lever
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Multifunction Lever Turn Signals The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows steering column. on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 157: High/Low Beam Switch
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 High/Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument panel to switch the headlights to high beam. Pulling the multifunction back toward the steering wheel will turn the low beams back on, or shut the high beams off. WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on the left side of the steering column.
Page 158: Windshield Wiper Operation
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Operation CAUTION! Rotate the end of the lever to one of the first four detent positions for intermittent settings, the fifth detent for low Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents wiper operation and the sixth detent for high wiper the windshield wiper blades from returning to the operation.
Page 159: Windshield Washer Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the end of the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. Intermittent Wiper Operation NOTE: If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled.
Page 160: Mist
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the Sensing feature to be turned off. Refer to “Electronic multifunction lever. Wiper delay position 1 is the least Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings sensitive, and wiper delay position 4 is the most sensi- (Customer-Programmable Features)”...
Page 162: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The power tilt/telescoping steering column lever is located below the multifunction lever on the steering column.
Page 163: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 transmitter or the memory switch on the driver’s door approximately 58 to 70 minutes before automatically trim panel to return the tilt/telescopic steering column to shutting off. The heated steering wheel can shut off early pre-programmed positions.
Page 164: Electronic Speed Control
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE come on during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL System — If Equipped” in “Things to Know Before When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h).
Page 165: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed. To Activate Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system off, push the ON/OFF button a second time.
Page 166: To Set A Desired Speed
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Set A Desired Speed To Resume Speed Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button button and release.
Page 167: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 decrease until the button is released. Release the button On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so when the desired speed is reached, and the new set speed it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed will be established.
Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ACC will allow you to keep cruise control engaged in WARNING! light to moderate traffic conditions without the constant • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience need to reset your cruise control. ACC utilizes a radar sensor designed to detect a vehicle directly ahead of you.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! − Cannot take street, traffic, and weather conditions You should switch off the ACC system: into account, and may be limited upon adverse sight • When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, distance conditions.
Page 170: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Cruise Control system has two control modes: • Adaptive Cruise Control mode for maintaining an appropriate distance between vehicles. • Normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode for cruising at a constant preset speed. For additional information, refer to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode”...
Page 171: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 NOTE: Any chassis/suspension modifications to the NOTE: You cannot enable ACC under the following vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise conditions: Control. • When in Four-Wheel Drive Low. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) •...
Page 172: To Activate
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate WARNING! Push and release the ON/OFF button. The ACC menu in the EVIC displays “Adaptive Cruise Ready.” Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system on when not in use is dangerous. You could acciden- tally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 • The system will not be controlling the distance be- tween your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. The vehicle speed will only be determined by the position of the accelerator pedal. ACC Set Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Page 174: To Cancel
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Cancel The system will disable ACC without erasing the memory if: • You softly tap the brake pedal. • You depress the brake pedal. • You press the CANCEL switch. • An Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) event occurs. •...
Page 175: To Resume Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 To Resume Speed continually pressed, the set speed will continue to in- Press the RES + button and release. Then remove your crease in 5 mph (8 km/h) increments until the button is foot from the accelerator pedal.
Page 176: Setting The Following Distance In Acc
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the distance to the • When you use the SET - button to decelerate, if the vehicle ahead. This distance setting displays in the EVIC. engine’s braking power does not slow the vehicle sufficiently to reach the set speed, the brake system will automatically slow the vehicle.
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Distance Setting 2 Distance Setting 1 To change the distance setting, press the Distance button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting adjusts between long, medium, and short. If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the set speed.
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE same lane, the EVIC displays the “Sensed Vehicle Indi- The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited; how- cator” icon, and the system adjusts vehicle speed auto- ever, the driver can always apply the brakes manually, if matically to maintain the distance setting, regardless of necessary.
Page 179: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Menu
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Press the MENU button (located on the steer- ing wheel) repeatedly until one of the follow- ing displays in the EVIC: Menu Button Adaptive Cruise Control Off − When ACC is deactivated, the display will read “Adaptive Cruise Control Off.”...
Page 180: Display Warnings And Maintenance
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Distance Setting Change The set speed will continue to display in place of the odometer reading when changing the EVIC display • System Cancel while ACC is set. • Driver Override • System Off •...
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 obstructions, such as mud, dirt or ice. In these cases, the EVIC will display “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” and the system will deactivate. The “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” message can sometimes be displayed while driving in highly reflective areas (i.e.
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor, If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of including transparent material or aftermarket grilles. an obstruction.
Page 183: Precautions While Driving With Acc
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 ACC Unavailable Warning If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ FCW Unavailable, Vehicle System Error”, there may be a temporary malfunction that limits ACC functionality. Although the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, ACC will be temporarily unavailable.
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adding A Trailer Hitch The weight of a trailer/hitch may affect the performance of ACC. If there is a noticeable change in performance following the installation of a trailer/hitch, or if the ACC performance does not return to normal after removing the trailer/hitch see your authorized dealer.
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Turns And Bends Using ACC On Hills In turns or bends, ACC may detect a vehicle ahead too When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in late or too early. This may cause your vehicle to brake late your lane.
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Changing ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are traveling. In the illustration shown, ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes and it may not detect the vehicle until it’s too late for the ACC system to take action.
Page 187: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Stationary Objects And Vehicles General Information ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary FCC Requirements For Vehicular Radar Systems vehicles. For example, ACC will not react in situations Classification Specifications: where the vehicle you are following exits your lane and 47 C.F.R.
Page 188: Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode WARNING! In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, a normal (fixed speed) Cruise Control mode is available for cruis- In the normal Cruise Control mode, the system will ing at fixed speeds.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 To Vary The Speed Setting To Resume There are two ways to change the set speed: Press the RES + button and then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the last set •...
Page 190: Forward Collision Warning - If Equipped
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped Forward Collision Warning (FCW) warns the driver of a potential collision with the vehicle in front of you and prompts the driver to take action in order to avoid the collision.
Page 191: Changing Fcw Status
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 The default status of FCW is the “Far” setting, this allows WARNING! the system to warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you when you are farther away. This Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to gives you the most reaction time.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE vehicle in front of you when you are much closer. This setting provides less reaction time than the “Far” setting, which allows for a more dynamic driving experience. Example Only NOTE: In the “Off” setting FCW OFF will be displayed in the EVIC.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 of the car, stationary objects that are far away, oncom- ing traffic, or leading vehicles with the same or higher rate of speed. • FCW will be disabled like ACC below with the un- available screens.
Page 194: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Service FCW Warning PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ EQUIPPED FCW Unavailable Service Radar Sensor”, it indicates The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual there is an internal system fault.
Page 195: Parksense Sensors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 ParkSense Sensors The ParkSense Warning Display is located in the Instru- The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/ ment cluster’s EVIC display. It provides both visual and bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is audible warnings to indicate the distance between the within the sensors’...
Page 196: Parksense Display
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense Display When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display will turn ON indicating the system status. Park Assist OFF Park Assist ON...
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 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 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: Continuous Tone...
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 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 200: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Enabling And Disabling ParkSense The ParkSense switch LED will be ON when Park- ParkSense can be enabled and disabled with a switch Sense is disabled or defective. The ParkSense switch located in the switch bank of the instrument panel or LED will be OFF when the system is enabled.
Page 201: Cleaning The Parksense System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 detected a faulted condition, the EVIC will display the ParkSense System Usage Precautions “CLEAN PARK ASSIST SENSORS” or the “SERVICE NOTE: PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” message for as long as the • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, vehicle is in REVERSE.
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking care or open position and the vehicle is in REVERSE. A not to scratch or damage them. The sensors must not lowered tailgate could provide a false indication that be covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or debris.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 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 204: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
202 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 205: Turning Parkview On Or Off - With Navigation/Multimedia Radio
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be Drivers must be careful when backing up even when driven slowly when using ParkView to be able to using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always stop in time when an obstacle is seen.
Page 206: Turning Parkview On Or Off - Without Navigation/Multimedia Radio
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Enable or disable the rear camera feature by selecting the “enable rear camera in reverse” soft key and pressing the “save” soft-key. Turning ParkView On Or Off — Without Navigation/Multimedia Radio 1. Press the “menu” hard-key. 2.
Page 207: Sunglass Bin Door
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 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 208: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink unit operates off your vehicle’s battery.
Page 209: Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Programming HomeLink WARNING! Before You Begin • Your motorized door or gate will open and close If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, while you are training the universal transceiver. erase all channels before you begin training.
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After training a HomeLink channel, if the garage Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while door does not operate with HomeLink and the ga- keeping the indicator light in view.
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 This can usually be found where the hanging antenna 1. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAINING wire is attached to the garage door opener motor. It is button. The name and color of the button may vary by NOT the button normally used to open and close the manufacturer.
Page 212: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Gate Operator/Canadian Programming successfully accepted the frequency signal. The indica- Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig- tor light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans- trained.
Page 213: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow these steps: Troubleshooting Tips 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here are some of the most common solutions: 2.
Page 214: General Information
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The power sunroof switch is located between the sun Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following visors on the overhead console.
Page 215: Opening Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in second and the sunroof will open automatically from any position.
Page 216: Closing Sunroof - Express
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Closing Sunroof — Express sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc- Press the switch forward and release it within one-half tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and second and the sunroof will close automatically from any release to Express Close.
Page 217: Wind Buffeting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 Wind Buffeting Ignition OFF Operation Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the Information Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switch ears.
Page 218: Electrical Power Outlets
216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Your vehicle is equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp) power Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power outlets that can be used to power cellular phones, small rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will electronics and other low powered electrical accessories.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a power outlet located in the storage area of the center console. Front Power Outlet Center Console Outlet...
Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo area. Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 — M7 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Right Rear Quarter Panel Rear Power Outlet 2 — M6 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Front Console 3 —...
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 222: Power Inverter - If Equipped
220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED There is a 115 Volt, 150 Watt inverter outlet located on the back of the center console to convert DC current to AC current. This outlet can power cellular phones, electron- ics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 may have to be reset manually. To reset the inverter WARNING! manually press the power inverter button OFF and ON. To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings To avoid serious injury or death: on electrical devices prior to using the inverter.
Page 224: Cupholders
222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers located in the fold-down center armrest. located in the center console. Rear Cupholders Front Cupholder Location...
Page 225: Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 STORAGE Door Storage Large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy Glove Compartment access. The glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Door Panel Storage Glove Compartment To open the glove compartment, pull outward on the latch and lower the glove box door.
Page 226: Center Console
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Center Console To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on The center console contains both an upper and a lower the small latch located on the lid. storage area. Storage Compartment Latches Storage Compartment...
Page 227: Cargo Area Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the needed. The flashlight features two bright LED light lower storage compartment. bulbs and is powered by rechargeable lithium batteries that recharge when snapped back into place. Press in on the flashlight to release it.
Page 228: Cargo Storage
226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, Additional storage can be found in the load floor. To twice for low, and a third time to return to off. access the lower storage, lift the handle and raise the storage lid.
Page 229: Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 WARNING! WARNING! • To help protect against personal injury, passengers In a collision, a loose cargo cover in the vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The strike someone in the vehicle.
Page 230: Rear Window Features
228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES WARNING! (Continued) Rear Window Wiper/Washer • Do not carry loads which exceed the load limits described on the label attached to the left door or The rear wiper/washer is controlled by a rotary switch left door center pillar.
Page 231: Rear Window Defroster
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned first detent for intermittent operation and to the OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the “park” second detent for continuous rear wiper operation.
Page 232: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! The crossbars and side rails are designed to carry weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly the heating elements: •...
Page 233: Deploying The Crossbars
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 Deploying the Crossbars Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumb screws at both ends of the crossbar. 1 — Side Rail 2 — Crossbar The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying Thumb Screw capacity of the vehicle.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Remove the crossbar from the stowed position by sliding CAUTION! the crossbar towards the center of the roof. Repeat with crossbar on the opposite side. Be careful when handling the crossbars to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 Starting with one crossbar, bend down the pivot supports Position the crossbars across the roof making sure the at each end. letters on the crossbars align with the matching letters on the side rail. Bending Pivot Positioning Crossbars...
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Slide the cross bar into to the deploy position by moving Deploy and tighten the second crossbar to complete the it towards the matching letter in the side rail. Be sure the deployment of the crossbars. crossbar is fully deployed with the crossbar pushed as far into the slot as possible.
Page 237: Stowing The Crossbars
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 Stowing the Crossbars Starting with the one crossbar, bend up the pivot sup- Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumb ports at each end. screws at both ends. Slide the crossbar away from the matching letter to remove it from the deployed position.
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Then, position the crossbar along the correct side rail. Slide the crossbar outward, away from the center of the Make sure the letters on the crossbar align with the roof. The crossbar will nest fully within the side rail. matching letters on the side rail.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 Once the driver’s side crossbar is in place, tighten the thumb screws completely. Stowed Crossbars NOTE: • To help control wind noise, stow the crossbars in the Tightening Crossbar side rails when they are not in use. Repeat the procedure to stow the second crossbar on the opposite side.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Load should always be secured to cross bars first, • To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO with tie down loops used as additional securing NOT carry any loads on the roof rack without the points if needed.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care- Cargo must be securely tied before driving your fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the roof rack.
Page 243: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Change Indicator System ..268 Instrument Panel Features ....244 ▫ Fuel Economy ..... . 269 Instrument Cluster .
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Customer-Programmable Features (System ▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode ..293 Setup) ......275 Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio (Sales ▫...
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 ▫ Connecting The iPod Or External USB Steering Wheel Audio Controls ... . 318 Device ......311 ▫...
Page 246: Instrument Panel Features
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Lower Switch Bank 11 — Headlight Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Hazard Switch 12 — Hood Release 3 — Radio 8 — Storage Bin 13 —...
Page 247: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 248: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as 1. Tachometer possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to (RPM x 1000).
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- CAUTION! quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- The TPMS has been optimized for the original tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure equipment tires and wheels.
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL does not come on when turning the key from OFF to WARNING! ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly. A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the light after operating conditions.
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 system. If this light remains on after several ignition 5. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles Light — If Equipped (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the trol (ESC) is off.
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the 10. High Beam Indicator ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position, have This light indicates that the headlights are on high the light inspected by an authorized dealer. beam.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so, 14. 4 LOW then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was the four-wheel drive LOW mode.
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17. Fuel Door Reminder 20. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) The fuel pump symbol points to the side of the Amber Telltale Area vehicle where the fuel door is located. This area will display the EVIC reconfigurable amber caution telltales.
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 If the light remains on when the parking brake has been NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake tions.
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by 24. Seat Belt Reminder Light turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the When the ignition switch is first turned to the ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for ap- ON/RUN position, this light will turn on for four proximately two seconds.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads others could be badly burned by steam or boiling “H”...
Page 258: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER The EVIC consists of the following: (EVIC) • System Status The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- • Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster.
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 DOWN Button Press and release the DOWN button to scroll downward through the main menus and sub menus. SELECT Button Press and release the SELECT button for access to main menus, sub menus or to select a personal setting in the setup menu.
Page 260: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Check Tire Pressure Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays • Perform service When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays • ESC System Off the following messages: • Service Tire Pressure System • Service blind spot system •...
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 • Adaptive Cruise Off — When the Adaptive Cruise • Driver Override — If you apply the accelerator after Control (ACC) system is turned off. Refer to “Adap- setting the desired speed in the ACC system. Refer to tive Cruise Control (ACC)”...
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Clean Radar Sensor in the Front of Vehicle — If the • Key in ignition ACC system deactivates due to performance limiting • Lights on conditions. Refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” • Key in Ignition Lights On in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 • Remote start aborted — Fuel low • Park Assist Disabled • Remote start disabled — System Fault Start Vehicle to • Automatic high beams on Reset • Automatic high beams off • Remote start active — Push Start Button •...
Page 264: Evic White Telltale Lights
262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Electronic Speed Control SET EVIC White Telltale Lights This area will show reconfigurable white caution tell- This light will turn on when the electronic tales. These telltales include: speed control is SET. For further information, refer to “Electronic Speed Control”...
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 • Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF momentarily until the over temperature condition no This light warns the driver of a potential colli- longer exists. Once driving conditions are safe, then pull sion with the vehicle in front of you and over and let vehicle idle.
Page 266: Evic Amber Telltale Lights
264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EVIC Amber Telltale Lights If this light comes on and remains on while driving, it This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- suggests a potential engine control problem and the need tales. These telltales include: for system service.
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 the fuel filler cap properly and press the SELECT button WARNING! to turn off the message. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started. A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap operating conditions.
Page 268: Evic Red Telltale Lights
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Pressure Warning Light EVIC Red Telltale Lights This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The telltales include: light should turn on momentarily when the engine is started.
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging If the light remains lit with the engine running, your system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho- vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho- rized dealer. rized dealer for service as soon as possible.
Page 270: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve- CAUTION! hicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera- service. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “What To ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause Do In Emergencies”...
Page 271: Fuel Economy
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the next NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the reset.
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The FUEL SAVER MODE message will display above the This feature allows you to monitor when you are driving average fuel economy in the EVIC display. This message in a fuel efficient manner, and it can be used to modify will appear whenever MDS (if equipped) allows the driving habits in order to increase fuel economy.
Page 273: Vehicle Speed
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the “LOW Press the UP/DOWN buttons to cycle through all the FUEL” message and a new DTE value will display. Trip Computer functions. The Trip Functions mode dis- plays the following information: Vehicle Speed This feature allows you to monitor your vehicle speed on...
Page 274: Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features)
272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Engine Hours functions, press and hold the SELECT button for two seconds. Current display will reset along with other Displays the hours of engine operation. functions Units Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Units” Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle displays in the EVIC and press the SELECT button.
Page 275: Compass / Temperature Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 NOTE: Under certain conditions, the display may be display CAL until the compass is calibrated. You may superseded by another display of higher priority. But also calibrate the compass by completing one or more when the ignition switch position is changed, the display 360–degree turns (in an area free from large metal or always re-appears.
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Press the DOWN button until “Calibrate Compass” is NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of displayed in the EVIC. the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass 4.
Page 277: Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 2. Press the UP or DOWN button until the Setup Press and release the UP or DOWN button until Setup (Customer-Programmable Features) menu is reached, displays in the EVIC. then press the SELECT button. Use the UP or DOWN button to display one of the 3.
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL route, mile by mile, turn-by-turn until the final destina- opened. To make your selection, press and release the tion is reached. To make your selection, press and release SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to the the SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to feature showing the system has been activated, or the the feature showing the system has been activated or the...
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with passive entry and driver’s door trim panel will recall memory profiles. To the EVIC is programmed to Unlock All Doors 1st Press, make your selection, press and release the SELECT all doors will unlock no matter which passive entry button a check-mark appears next to the feature showing equipped door handle is grasped.
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Horn with Remote Lock Flash Lamps With Lock When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will When this feature is selected, the front and rear turn occur when the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed. signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked This feature may be selected with or without the “Flash with the RKE transmitter.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 Headlamps with Wipers (Available with Automatic Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat Headlamps Only) Only) When this feature is selected, and the headlight switch is This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on ap- enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the proximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on.
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Tilt Mirror in Reverse highlighted, then press and release the SELECT button When this feature is selected, the outside rearview mir- until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing rors will tilt downward when the ignition switch is in the that setting has been selected.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 feature showing the system has been activated or the Gauge Glow Rings check-mark is removed, showing the system has been The gauge glow rings that illuminate the tachometer and deactivated. speedometer in the instrument cluster can be turned on or off.
Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Wiper Mode — If Equipped Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system is activated and will When this feature is selected, the system will automati- only show a visual alert in the outside mirrors. By cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture pressing and releasing the SELECT button a second time on the windshield.
Page 285: System Status
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 Forward Collision Warning Display Units of Measure In: The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) feature can be can The EVIC, odometer, and Uconnect™ gps (if equipped) be set to Far, set to Near or turned Off. The default status can be changed between English and Metric units of of FCW is the Far setting.
Page 286: Media Center 730N/430/430N
284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Tire Pressure Monitor System (shows the current pres- NOTE: • Tires heat up during normal driving conditions. Heat sure of all four road tires). For additional information, refer to “Tire Pressure Monitor System” in “Starting will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6 psi And Operating”.
Page 287: If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) — If Equipped Refer to “Voice Command” in the Uconnect™ User Manual located on the DVD for further details. Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) — If Equipped Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in the Uconnect™ User Manual located on the DVD for further details.
Page 288: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — Radio Mode SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch position to operate the radio.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL knob to save time change. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid-range tones.
Page 290: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AM/FM Button and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. Press the buttons to select either AM or FM mode. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice. SET/RND Button —...
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), CAUTION! recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact • This CD player will accept 4-3/4 in (12 cm) discs discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 293: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 • Maximum number of files: 255 Notes on Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file file recording media and formats are limited. When names and folder names is limited.
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of Specification quency (kHz) multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in 320, 256, 224, longer disc loading times.
Page 295: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 Playback of MP3 Files Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s...
Page 296: Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio (Sales Code Res+Rsc)
294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode (SALES CODE RES+RSC) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right ACC position to operate the radio.
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio Phone Button Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped will remain tuned to the new station until you make Press this button to operate the Uconnect™ Phone feature another selection.
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ INFO Button SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call will begin to blink. letters displayed).
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the MUSIC TYPE Button mid-range tones.
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 16-Digit Character 16-Digit Character Program Type Program Type Display Display Classic Rock Cls Rock Soft Soft College College Soft Rock Soft Rck Country Country Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&B Foreign Language Language Sports Sports Information Inform Talk...
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 SETUP Button window. Select the button (1–6) you wish to lock onto this Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between station and press and release that button. If a button is the following items: not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET/ RND button, the station will continue to play but will not •...
Page 302: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons 1 - 6 Inserting Compact Disc(s) These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD commit to pushbutton memory (12 AM and 12 FM label facing up.
Page 303 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 NOTE: Ejecting with the ignition OFF is not allowed on CAUTION! (Continued) convertible or soft-top models (if equipped). • Do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peel SEEK Button away and jam the player mechanism. Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the •...
Page 304: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AM/FM Button Supported Media (Disc Types) Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3. SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Random Play.
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 a number instead. With a maximum number of files, Supported MP3 File Formats exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this sion as MP3 files.
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification quency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128,...
Page 307: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders to return to elapsed time display. on the disc.
Page 308: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a wel- Press this button to change the display to time of day. The come kit that contains general information, including time of day will display for five seconds (when the how to setup your on-line listening account.
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is Reception Quality selected. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number following reasons: display will time out in two minutes.
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons additional three seconds will make the radio display the Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next Song Title all of the time (press and hold again to return channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek to normal display).
Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory type. When you are receiving a channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
Page 312: Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) - If Equipped
310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons 1 - 6 This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you plugged into the USB port, located in the center console commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations).
Page 313: Connecting The Ipod Or External Usb Device
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 Connecting The iPod or External USB Device Once the audio device is connected and synchronized to Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external the vehicle’s iPod /USB/MP3 control system (iPod or USB device to the vehicle’s USB/AUX connector port external USB device may take a few minutes to connect), which is located in the center console or glove compart- the audio device starts charging and is ready for use by...
Page 314: Controlling The Ipod Or External Usb Device Using Radio Buttons
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The audio device can be controlled using the radio mode. In Play mode, the following buttons on the radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod contents. faceplate may be used to control the iPod or external USB device and display data: •...
Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 • A single press backward << RW or forward FF >> will • Press the SCAN button to use iPod /USB/MP3 de- jump backward or forward respectively, for five vice scan mode, which will play the first 10 seconds of seconds.
Page 316: List Or Browse Mode
314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • During all List modes, the iPod displays all lists in List Or Browse Mode During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described “wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the below, will bring up List mode. List mode enables bottom of the list, just turn the wheel backwards scrolling through the list of menus and tracks on the (counter-clockwise) to get to the track faster.
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current CAUTION! list on the top line and the first item in that list on • Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any the second line. supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in •...
Page 318: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)
316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) 2. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the Setup , then Select Audio Devices . Uconnect™ phone system. 3. Say name of the audio device or ask Uconnect™ Controlling BTSA using Radio Buttons phone system to list audio devices.
Page 319: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Sirius Backseat Tv™) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 Uconnect™ Multimedia (SIRIUS BACKSEAT TV™) screen, a battery-powered remote control, and two head- — IF EQUIPPED sets. Refer to the “Uconnect™ Multimedia” section of Satellite video uses direct satellite receiver broadcasting Uconnect™ User Manual located on the DVD for further technology to provide streaming video.
Page 320: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Remote Control Location Remote Sound System Controls (Back View Of Steering Wheel) STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a The remote sound system controls are located on the rear pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and surface of the steering wheel.
Page 321: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 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 322: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
320 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 323: Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped • The Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) allows both driver and front passenger seat occupants to select individual comfort settings. • When occupants in the vehicle select an Auto mode operation, Auto blower operation is set by using a push button on the control unit and a comfort tem- perature setting by using the temperature up and...
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Recirculation Control Button will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode. The Press and release to change the current setting, the blower will engage immediately if the Defrost mode is indicator illuminates when ON. selected.
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 11. Blower Control 16. Driver Temperature Control Up Button There are seven blower speeds, the blower speed in- Provides the driver with independent temperature con- creases as you move the control to the right from the trol.
Page 326 324 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 This system offers a full complement of manual override the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to features.
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 selected. This allows the front occupants to control the NOTE: In many temperature positions, the BI-LEVEL volume of air circulated in the vehicle and cancel the mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel Auto mode.
Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL temperature settings for best windshield and side win- NOTE: • If the system is in Mix, Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C dow defrosting. When the defrost mode is selected, the blower will automatically default to medium-high unless can be turned off, but the A/C system shall remain the blower is controlled manually.
Page 329: Rear Climate Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 mode is not allowed in the Floor/Defrost Mix and Defrost modes to improve window clearing operation. Recirculation will be disabled automatically if these modes are selected. Rear Climate Control — If Equipped The Rear Climate Control system has floor air outlets, and overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating position.
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Only when the Rear Control Icon is illuminated do the Rear Temperature Control second row seat occupants have control of the rear Only when the Rear Control Icon is illuminated do the blower speed. second row seat occupants have control of the rear mode control knob.
Page 331: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 Bi-Level Mode As the temperature gets colder, it may be necessary to Air comes from both the headliner outlets and the direct air onto the windshield. Adjust the temperature floor outlets. control and blower speed to maintain comfort. Higher blower speeds will reduce fogging.
Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Your air conditioning system is also equipped with an Vacation Storage automatic recirculation system. When the system senses Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service a heavy load or high heat conditions, it may use partial (i.e.
Page 333: Operating Tips Chart
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 Operating Tips Chart...
Page 335: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....338 Automatic Transmission ....344 ▫...
Page 336 334 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Electronically Shifted Transfer Case ▫ 5.7L Engine ......365 (Three-Position Switch) (5.7L Engine) – ▫...
Page 337 STARTING AND OPERATING 335 ▫ Ready Alert Braking ....377 ▫ Radial-Ply Tires ..... 392 ▫...
Page 338 336 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ... . 416 Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ..402 ▫ Base System ......404 Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) —...
Page 339 STARTING AND OPERATING 337 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ... 423 Snow Plow ......440 Vehicle Loading .
Page 340: Starting Procedures
338 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES CAUTION! Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat ing precautions are not observed: belts.
Page 341: Keyless Enter-N-Go - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated Installing and Removing the ENGINE Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START START/STOP Button position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The Installing the Button starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage automatically when the engine is running.
Page 342: Normal Starting
340 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The ENGINE START/STOP button should only To Turn Off the Engine Using ENGINE be removed or inserted with the ignition in the LOCK START/STOP Button position (OFF position for Keyless Enter-N-Go). 1. Place the shift lever in PARK, then press and release Normal Starting the ENGINE START/STOP button.
Page 343: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or 29°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 • Starting with the ignition switch in the OFF position: NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN (engine not running) position and the transmission is in • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to PARK, the system will automatically time out after change the ignition switch to the ACC position (EVIC 30 minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the...
Page 344: If Engine Fails To Start
342 STARTING AND OPERATING If Engine Fails To Start Clearing a Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE START/STOP Button) WARNING! If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather proce- • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into dures, it may be flooded.
Page 345: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 343 release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor The engine block heater cord is located: will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. Once this • 3.6L Engine – coiled and strapped to the engine oil occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition dipstick tube.
Page 346: Automatic Transmission
344 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! CAUTION! It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, ing precautions are not observed: the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in •...
Page 347: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. To move the shift lever out of the PARK position, the ignition switch must be turned to the ON or START position (engine running or not) and the brake pedal must be pressed.
Page 348 346 STARTING AND OPERATING Transmission gear engagement may be delayed after WARNING! (Continued) restarting the engine if the ignition switch is not turned to • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK the LOCK position first. or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than PARK idle speed.
Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 NOTE: Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any shifts the transmission into ERS 3 (third gear), the trans- other reason with the shift lever in NEUTRAL can result mission will never shift above third gear, but can shift in severe transmission damage.
Page 350 348 STARTING AND OPERATING transmission will downshift to fourth gear and the dis- gear). When in the DRIVE position in fifth gear, the first play will show 4. Another tap to the left (-) will shift the tap to the left (-) will downshift the transmission and transmission into third gear.
Page 351 STARTING AND OPERATING 349 left “D(-)” and hold it there. The transmission will shift to NOTE: If the vehicle is started in extremely cold tem- the range from which the vehicle can best be slowed peratures, the transmission may not shift into Overdrive down.
Page 352 350 STARTING AND OPERATING The transmission will downshift from Overdrive, to the most desirable gear, if the accelerator pedal is fully pressed at vehicle speeds above approximately 35 mph (56 km/h). When to Use TOW/HAUL Mode – If Equipped When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- curs, press the TOW/HAUL switch.
Page 353 STARTING AND OPERATING 351 In high ambient temperatures with sustained high engine 3. Turn the engine off, and be sure to turn the ignition speed and load, an upshift, followed shortly thereafter by switch to the LOCK position. a downshift, may occur. The “TOW/HAUL Indicator 4.
Page 354: All-Wheel Drive Operation
352 STARTING AND OPERATING • If the vehicle has not been driven in several days, the higher speeds under heavier acceleration. This may re- sult in a slightly different feeling or response during first few seconds of operation after shifting the trans- normal operation in high gear.
Page 355: Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Three-Position Switch) (5.7L Engine) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 353 NOTE: This system is not appropriate for conditions where LOW range is recommended. Refer to “Off-Road Driving Tips” in “Starting and Operating” for further information. Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Three-Position Switch) (5.7L Engine) – If Equipped This is an electronic shift transfer case and it is operated by the AWD Control Switch, which is located on the center console.
Page 356 354 STARTING AND OPERATING This electronically shifted transfer case is designed to be NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is selected driven in the AWD AUTO position for normal street and by pressing the button located on the lower left hand highway conditions on dry hard surfaced roads.
Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 Transfer Case Position Indicator Messages If One Or More Shift Conditions Are Not Met: The Transfer Case Position Indicator messages (AWD 1. The indicator light for the current position will remain AUTO and LOW RANGE) are located in the EVIC (Electronic Vehicle Information Center) and indicate the current and desired transfer case selection.
Page 358 356 STARTING AND OPERATING engine start up or illuminates during driving, it means Proper operation of all-wheel drive vehicles depends on that the all-wheel drive system is not functioning prop- tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. erly and that service is required.
Page 359: Shifting Procedure
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 For additional information on the appropriate use of each towing behind another vehicle. Refer to “Recreational transfer case mode position, see the information below: Towing” in “Starting and Operating” for further information. AWD AUTO All-Wheel Drive Auto Range - This range sends power to Shifting Procedure the rear wheels.
Page 360 358 STARTING AND OPERATING will flash until the transfer case completes the shift. 3. While still rolling, rotate the AWD control switch to When the shift is complete, the position indicator light the desired position. for the selected position will stop flashing and remain 4.
Page 361: On-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 continuously while the original position indicator light is low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfacto- ON, until all requirements have been met. rily in off-road conditions. If at all possible, avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles of this NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON position type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in for a shift to take place and for the position indicator...
Page 362 360 STARTING AND OPERATING and/or the flow rate is reduced. If you must cross CAUTION! flowing water avoid depths in excess of 9 in (23 cm). The flowing water can erode the streambed, causing your When driving through water, do not exceed 5 mph vehicle to sink into deeper water.
Page 363: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand Hill Climbing In heavy snow, when pulling a load, or for additional NOTE: Before attempting to climb a hill, determine the control at slower speeds, shift the transmission to a low conditions at the crest and/or on the other side.
Page 364: Traction Downhill
362 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Downhill WARNING! Shift the transmission into a low gear, and the transfer case into LOW range. Let the vehicle go slowly down the If the engine stalls, you lose forward motion, or hill with all four wheels turning against engine compres- cannot make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, sion drag.
Page 365: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 363 • Completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle. WARNING! Check tires, body structure, steering, suspension, and exhaust system for damage. Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause excessive wear or unpredictable braking. You might •...
Page 366 364 STARTING AND OPERATING and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. If the “SERVICE POWER STEERING SYSTEM” The system will vary its assist to provide light efforts message and a flashing icon are displayed on while parking and good feel while driving. If the electro- the EVIC screen, it indicates that the vehicle hydraulic power steering system experiences a fault that needs to be taken to the dealer for service.
Page 367: L Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING 365 NOTE: NOTE: • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- • Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under travel are considered normal and do not indicate that these conditions there will be a substantial increase in there is a problem with the power steering system.
Page 368: Power Steering Fluid Check
366 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering system as the chemicals can damage your power steering components.
Page 369: Multi-Displacement System (Mds) (If Equipped) - 5.7L Engine Only
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 MULTI-DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS) (IF EQUIPPED) — 5.7L ENGINE ONLY This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting off four of the engine’s eight cylinders during light load and cruise conditions. The system is automatic with no driver inputs or additional driving skills required.
Page 370 368 STARTING AND OPERATING flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound WARNING! to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for before attempting to move the vehicle. the parking brake.
Page 371: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 Assist System (BAS), Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM), WARNING! (Continued) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC). All five of these • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- systems work together to enhance vehicle stability and ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage control in various driving conditions.
Page 372: Traction Control System (Tcs)
370 STARTING AND OPERATING Differential (BLD), functions similar to a limited-slip WARNING! differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics the other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the wheel.
Page 373: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
STARTING AND OPERATING 371 benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brak- Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ing pressure during the stopping sequence (do not This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by “pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the unless braking is no longer desired.
Page 374: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
372 STARTING AND OPERATING counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. En- WARNING! gine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path. Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- tions and driving conditions, influence the chance ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle that wheel lift or rollover may occur.
Page 375 STARTING AND OPERATING 373 TCS is active. If the “ESC Malfunction Indicator Light” The ESC system has two available operating modes in begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the AWD AUTO range and two-wheel drive vehicles, and accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure one operating mode in AWD LOW range.
Page 376 374 STARTING AND OPERATING the TCS section, has been disabled and the “ESC Mal- function Indicator Light” will be illuminated. All other stability features of ESC function normally. This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand, or gravel conditions and more wheel spin than ESC would normally allow is required to gain traction.
Page 377: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 375 Off” mode is overcome, turn ESC back on by momen- swaying trailer is recognized. No driver action is re- tarily pressing the “ESC OFF” switch. This may be done quired. Note that TSC cannot stop all trailers from while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 378: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
376 STARTING AND OPERATING • 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 379: Ready Alert Braking
STARTING AND OPERATING 377 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • HSA is not a parking brake. If you stop the vehicle • If you use a trailer brake controller with your on a hill without putting the transmission in trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and PARK and using the parking brake, it will roll deactivated with the brake switch.
Page 380: Rain Brake Support
378 STARTING AND OPERATING It anticipates when an emergency braking situation may ESC Malfunction Indicator Light and ESC OFF occur by monitoring how fast the throttle is released by Indicator Light the driver. When the throttle is released very quickly, The “ESC Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 381: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 379 traction and the ESC system becomes active. The “ESC TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Malfunction Indicator Light” also flashes when TCS is Tire Markings active. If the “ESC Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible.
Page 382 380 STARTING AND OPERATING • Temporary spare tires are high-pressure compact NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. spares designed for temporary emergency use only. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion.
Page 383 STARTING AND OPERATING 381 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 = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 384 382 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 385: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 383 Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 386: Tire Terminology And Definitions
384 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology and Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof. Cold Tire Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 387: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 385 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle...
Page 388 386 STARTING AND OPERATING Loading The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You the weight referenced here.
Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs [295 kg]). late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations 5.
Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 391: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 389 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 392: Tire Inflation Pressures
390 STARTING AND OPERATING stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and unpredict- hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to able steering response.
Page 393: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 391 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 394: Radial-Ply Tires
392 STARTING AND OPERATING loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- Radial-Ply Tires tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire WARNING! dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle WARNING! poorly.
Page 395: Compact Spare Tire - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 vehicle has an option for a spare tire matching original CAUTION! equipment tire and wheel, refer to the recommended tire rotation pattern in “Tire Rotation Recommendations” in Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take “Starting and Operating”...
Page 396: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
394 STARTING AND OPERATING Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip- Full Size Spare – If Equipped ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. on your vehicle at the first opportunity. This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Page 397: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 395 your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the Tire Spinning original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not first opportunity. spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h). WARNING! WARNING! Limited-use spares are for emergency use only.
Page 398: Tread Wear Indicators
396 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth to help you in determining when your tires should be becomes 1/16 in (2 mm).
Page 399: Replacement Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 397 Replacement Tires WARNING! The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu- years, regardless of the remaining tread.
Page 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 401: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
STARTING AND OPERATING 399 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) CAUTION! Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the against damage. following precautions: • Because of restricted traction device clearance be- •...
Page 402: Snow Tires
400 STARTING AND OPERATING If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and CAUTION! (Continued) type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only • Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pave- in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the ment.
Page 403: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 401 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS NOTE: The premium Tire Pressure Monitor System will The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at automatically locate the pressure values displayed in the different loads and perform different steering, handling, correct vehicle position following a tire rotation.
Page 404: Starting And Operating Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
402 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warn the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle threshold for any reason, including low temperature recommended cold tire pressure.
Page 405 STARTING AND OPERATING 403 (227 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and CAUTION! the measured tire pressure is 28 psi (193 kPa), a tempera- • The TPMS has been optimized for the original ture drop to 20°F (-7°C) will decrease the tire pressure to approximately 24 psi (165 kPa).
Page 406: Base System
404 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire the tire.
Page 407 STARTING AND OPERATING 405 A tire pressure monitoring sensor is located in the spare vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above wheel, if the vehicle is equipped with a matching full-size 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this information. spare wheel and tire assembly.
Page 408 406 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel will turn OFF the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale housings. Light” as long as none of the road tires are below the low pressure warning threshold. 4.
Page 409: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 407 subsequent ignition switch cycle, a chime will sound, NOTE: It is particularly important, for you to regularly a “SERVICE TPM SYSTEM” message will be displayed check the tire pressure in all of your tires and to maintain for a minimum of five seconds, and the “Tire Pressure the proper pressure.
Page 410 408 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster, and an au- dible chime will be activated, when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low. In addition, the EVIC will display one or more Low Pressure messages (Left Front, Left Rear, Right Front, Right Rear) for a minimum of five seconds, and a graphic display of the...
Page 411 STARTING AND OPERATING 409 once the updated tire pressure(s) have been received. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this information. SERVICE TPM SYSTEM Warning The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 seconds, and remain on solid when a system fault is detected.
Page 412 410 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to However, the system still needs to be serviced as long as facilities emitting the same Radio Frequencies as the TPM the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message exists. sensors.
Page 413: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 411 • If your vehicle is not equipped with a matching solid, and the EVIC will display a SERVICE TPM full-size spare wheel and tire assembly, it does not SYSTEM message for a minimum of five seconds and have a tire pressure monitoring sensor in the spare tire.
Page 414: Fuel Requirements
412 STARTING AND OPERATING • This device must accept any interference received, 5.7L Engine – If Equipped including interference that may cause undesired This engine is designed to meet all emis- operation. sions regulations and provide satisfactory fuel economy and performance when us- The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the ing high-quality unleaded gasoline having following licenses:...
Page 415: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 413 Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties genates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenates necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, may be used in your vehicle.
Page 416: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
414 STARTING AND OPERATING • drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer) E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol exposure to E-85 fuel.
Page 417: Materials Added To Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 415 can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the CAUTION! (Continued) United States. MMT is prohibited in Federal and Califor- • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law. nia reformulated gasoline. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor- Materials Added to Fuel mance and damage the emissions control system.
Page 418: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
416 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Intentional tampering with the emissions con- WARNING! (Continued) trol system can result in civil penalties being assessed • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon against you. monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can Carbon Monoxide Warnings kill.
Page 419: Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 417 FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED E-85 General Information The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel ve- hicles only. These vehicles can be identified by a unique fuel filler door label that states Ethanol (E-85) or Un- leaded Gasoline Only.
Page 420: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
418 STARTING AND OPERATING Ethanol Fuel (E-85) CAUTION! E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can operate on E-85. WARNING! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury.
Page 421: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 419 • Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fully When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: compatible with E-85 and may form deposits in your • you do not switch when the fuel gauge indicates less engine.
Page 422: Starting
420 STARTING AND OPERATING Starting Replacement Parts The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In the designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure range of 0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), you may experience an that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- increase in the time it takes for your engine to start, and...
Page 423: Adding Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 421 ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is located behind the locking fuel filler door, on the driver’s side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
Page 424 422 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Open the fuel filler door, and remove the fuel filler CAUTION! cap. • Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impu- rities into the fuel system.
Page 425: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 423 • Tighten the gas cap about one-quarter turn until you WARNING! hear one click. This is an indication that the cap is • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near properly tightened. the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the •...
Page 426: Vehicle Loading
424 STARTING AND OPERATING will display in the EVIC telltale display area. Refer to included on this label and indicates the month, day, and “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Un- hour of manufacture. The bar code that appears on the derstanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 427 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Inflation Pressure The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the cargo all loading conditions up to full GAWR.
Page 428: Trailer Towing
426 STARTING AND OPERATING should then be determined separately to be sure that the CAUTION! load is properly distributed over front and rear axle. Weighing the vehicle may show that the GAWR of either Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR the front or rear axles has been exceeded, but the total or the maximum front and rear GAWR.
Page 429: Common Towing Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 427 Common Towing Definitions WARNING! The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information. If the gross trailer weight is 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) or more, it is mandatory to use a weight-distributing Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) hitch to ensure stable handling of your vehicle.
Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certifica- Weight-Carrying Hitch tion Label” in “Starting and Operating” for further A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue information. weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some other connecting point of the vehicle.
Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 trailer stability. Trailer sway control and a weight- distributing (load equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier trailer tongue weights (TW) and may be required depending on Vehicle and Trailer configuration/loading to comply with gross axle weight rating (GAWR) requirements.
Page 432 430 STARTING AND OPERATING With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct) Improper Adjustment of Weight-Distributing Hitch (Incorrect)
Page 433: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 431 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry trailers weighing over 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) with the Standards optional Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your authorized Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) dealer for package content.
Page 434: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
432 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Model Model GCWR (Gross Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Max. Trailer Combined Wt. Rating) Trailer Wt.) Tongue Wt.
Page 435: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 433 Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
Page 436: Towing Requirements
434 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! (Continued) trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph options, must be considered as part of the total load on (80 km/h) and do not make starts at full throttle.
Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a and will not shift during travel. When trailering grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow vehicle.
Page 438 436 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Tires replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact GVWR and GAWR limits. spare tire. Towing Requirements –...
Page 439 STARTING AND OPERATING 437 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) distance. When towing, you should allow for ad- loaded, it should have its own brakes and they ditional space between your vehicle and the ve- should be of adequate capacity.
Page 440 438 STARTING AND OPERATING The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer to the following illustrations. Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Backup Lamps 6 —...
Page 441: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 439 Towing Tips The transmission fluid and filter should be changed if Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy of continuous operation.
Page 442: Snow Plow
440 STARTING AND OPERATING Cooling System SNOW PLOW To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- Snow plows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment heating, take the following actions: should not be added to the front end of your vehicle. The airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the −...
Page 443: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 441 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Two-Wheel Drive All-Wheel Drive Models Ground Models See Instructions • Transmission in PARK Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED • Transfer case in NEUTRAL (N) •...
Page 444: Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
442 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing – Two-Wheel Drive Models 6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for tow- DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain ing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position. will result. CAUTION! Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is allowed ONLY if the rear wheels are OFF the ground.
Page 445: Recreational Towing - All-Wheel Drive Models (Two-Speed Transfer Case)
STARTING AND OPERATING 443 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Tow only in the forward direction. Towing this Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- vehicle backwards can cause severe damage to the ments can cause severe transmission and/or transfer transfer case.
Page 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING Shifting Into Neutral CAUTION! Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing: It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL before recre- WARNING! ational towing to prevent damage to internal parts.
Page 447 STARTING AND OPERATING 445 6. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 8. After the shift is completed and the NEUTRAL light stays on, release the NEUTRAL button. 7. Press and hold the transfer case NEUTRAL button (located by the selector switch). The NEUTRAL indicator 9.
Page 448 446 STARTING AND OPERATING during the shift, the NEUTRAL indicator light will CAUTION! flash continuously until all requirements are met or until the NEUTRAL button is released. Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- mission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case in •...
Page 449 STARTING AND OPERATING 447 3. Insert the key fob into the ignition switch and turn it to the ON/RUN position, but do not start the engine. 4. Press and hold the brake pedal. 5. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 6. Press and hold the transfer case NEUTRAL button (located by the selector switch) until the NEUTRAL indicator light turns off.
Page 450 448 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: When shifting out of transfer case NEUTRAL, NOTE: • Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met turning the engine OFF may be required to avoid gear clash. prior to pressing the transfer case NEUTRAL button and must continue to be met until the shift has been 9.
Page 451: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Preparations For Jump-Start ... . . 466 Hazard Warning Flashers ....450 ▫...
Page 452: Hazard Warning Flashers
450 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the switch bank just above the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 453: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 451 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads HOT • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the (H), pull over and stop the vehicle.
Page 454: Jack Location
452 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
Page 455: Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 453 drive” nut. The nut is located under a plastic cover at the center-rear of the cargo floor area, just inside the liftgate opening. Thumb Screw Location Spare Tire Stowage The spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mechanism.
Page 456: Spare Tire Removal
454 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not use power tools to winch the tire up or down. Impact type tools can damage the winch mechanism. Spare Tire Removal Fit the jack handle extension over the drive nut. Use the lug wrench to rotate the nut counterclockwise until the spare is on the ground and all the cable has been released.
Page 457 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 455 Slide the spare out from under the vehicle and place Spread the tabs on the protective plate to allow you to vertical behind the rear bumper. pull the stamped wheel plate on the winch. Spare Tire Tab Location...
Page 458 456 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Slide the stamping up the steel sleeve/tube and cable and Pinch the three short and two long tubes to remove the tilt it to allow you to feed them through the protective protective plate from the steel spare wheel. plastic plate and spare wheel.
Page 459: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 457 Preparations For Jacking 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jack- 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or ing position. For example, if changing slippery surfaces.
Page 460: Jacking Instructions
458 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. help prevent personal injury or damage to your •...
Page 461 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 459 CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle. 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left, one turn, while the wheel is still on the ground.
Page 462 460 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. For the front axle, place the jack and protective cap on the body flange just behind the front tire as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged.
Page 463 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 461 4. For a rear tire, place the jack and protective cap in the slot on the rear tie-down bracket, just forward of the rear tire (as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding).
Page 464 462 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. WARNING! Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability.
Page 465 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 463 10. Remove the small center cap and position the alumi- the winch’s cable, spring, steel sleeve and stamped cone num road wheel behind rear bumper with the “beauty shape wheel plate though the road wheel and protective side”...
Page 466 464 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES the tire by turn the lug wrench on the winch extension bag underneath the others. Use the Velcro straps to clockwise until it clicks/ratchets three times to make sure secure the tool bag to the jack with the lug wrench on the the cable is tight.
Page 467 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 465 Jack And Tool Kit Jack And Tool Kit Properly Stored 15. Have the aluminum road wheel and tire repaired as soon as possible and properly secure the spare tire, jack and tool kit.
Page 468: Jump-Starting
466 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! CAUTION! A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- other booster source with a system voltage greater hicle.
Page 469 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 467 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 470: Jump-Starting Procedure
468 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive CAUTION! (+) battery post. Pull upward on the cover to remove it. Failure to follow these procedures could result in 4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the or the discharged vehicle.
Page 471 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 469 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 472: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
470 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! • Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 473: Shift Lever Override
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 471 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: 1. If the engine is running, press the START/STOP button to turn it off.
Page 474: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
472 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled 9. Reinstall the shift lever override access cover and vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. If the trans- rubber liner.
Page 475: Towing Without The Ignition Key Fob
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 473 Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other • Do not attempt to use sling type equipment when equipment designed for the purpose, following equip- ment manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 476: Rear-Wheel Drive Models
474 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Rear-Wheel Drive Models 15 miles (24 km), tow with the rear wheels OFF the The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. flatbed, or with the rear wheels raised using a wheel lift or towing dolly.
Page 477 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 475 Vehicles equipped with a single-speed transfer case have no NEUTRAL position, and therefore must be towed will all four wheels OFF the ground. CAUTION! • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. Internal damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when towing.
Page 479: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil ......485 Engine Compartment – 3.6L ....479 ▫...
Page 480 478 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Cooling System ..... 498 ▫ Halogen Headlamps – If Equipped ..523 ▫...
Page 481: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 479 ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 3.6L 1 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator) 4 —...
Page 482: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
480 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 5.7L 1 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator) 4 —...
Page 483: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 481 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM – OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.
Page 484: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
482 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE the SELECT button to turn off the message. If the serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- problem continues, the message will appear the next time ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not the vehicle is started.
Page 485: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 483 a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF before going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail the ignition or start the engine.
Page 486: Maintenance Procedures
484 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed systems may void your warranty and could result in civil maintenance schedule, there are other components which penalties being assessed against you. may require servicing or replacement in the future.
Page 487: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 485 check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a CAUTION! (Continued) fully warmed engine is shut off, or before starting the • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids engine after it has sat overnight. that protect the performance and durability of Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance...
Page 488 486 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Change Engine Oil American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is Identification Symbol time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. This symbol means that the oil has Refer to “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 489 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 487 Engine Oil Viscosity – 3.6L Engine The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended for all operating engine oil viscosity for your vehicle. For information on temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart- starting and vehicle fuel economy.
Page 490: Engine Oil Filter
488 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Materials Added to Engine Oils Engine Oil Filter Selection Do not add any supplemental materials, other than leak The manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type dispos- detection dyes, to your engine oil. Engine oil is an able oil filter.
Page 491: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 489 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc) can tenance required. provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire.
Page 492 490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep • It is essential when replacing the cables on the flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use battery that the positive cable is attached to the a booster battery or any other booster source with positive post and the negative cable is attached to an output greater than 12 Volts.
Page 493: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 491 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 494: Body Lubrication
492 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling hood latching components to ensure proper function. R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- When performing other underhood services, the hood carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be Protection Agency (EPA) and is an ozone-saving product.
Page 495 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493 Avoid using the wiper blades to wipe frost or ice from the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend- ing on geographical area and frequency of use.
Page 496: Adding Washer Fluid
494 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press the blade holder.
Page 497: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 495 clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance. Exhaust System To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust exceeds the temperature range of your climate.
Page 498 496 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con- and can eventually poison you.
Page 499 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 497 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.
Page 500 498 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the WARNING! face of the condenser. Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, You or others can be badly burned by hot engine cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 501 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 499 Cooling System – Drain, Flush, and Refill CAUTION! If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty and contains a • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze), other than considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough the specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals.
Page 502 500 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): CAUTION! (Continued) • The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR • This vehicle has not been designed for use with Antifreeze/ Coolant 5–Year/100,000 Mile Formula Propylene Glycol-based engine coolant (anti- HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or freeze).
Page 503 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501 NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types will WARNING! decrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) and • The warning words DO NOT OPEN HOT on the will require more frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) changes. cooling system pressure cap are a safety precau- tion.
Page 504 502 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is mals and children, do not store ethylene glycol-based satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it a month.
Page 505: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 503 • Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the • Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the condenser clean.
Page 506 504 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE With disc brakes, the fluid level can be expected to fall as WARNING! the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and should be conducted.
Page 507: Front/Rear Axle Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 505 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 508: Transfer Case
506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The front axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to CAUTION! 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m). Do not over tighten the plugs as it could damage then CAUTION! and cause them to leak. Do not over tighten the plugs as it could damage Selection of Lubricant them and cause them to leak.
Page 509: Automatic Transmission
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 507 Adding Fluid Automatic Transmission Add fluid at the filler hole, until it runs out of the hole, Selection of Lubricant when the vehicle is in a level position. It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the Drain transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- First remove fill plug, then remove drain plug.
Page 510 508 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter nents.
Page 511 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 509 Fluid Level Check – 5.7L Engine CAUTION! Check the fluid level while the transmission is at normal • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- operating temperature. This occurs after at least 15 miles (25 km) of driving. At normal operating temperature the facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- fluid cannot be held comfortably between the fingertips.
Page 512: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
510 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Remove the dipstick again, and note the fluid level on CAUTION! both sides. The fluid level should be between the “HOT” (upper) reference holes on the dipstick at normal operat- Be aware that if the fluid temperature is below 50°F ing temperature.
Page 513 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 511 passable in snow and ice, and those that are sprayed on Washing trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or a mild The following maintenance recommendations will enable car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with...
Page 514 512 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will •...
Page 515 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 513 • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean or a mild Wheel and Wheel Trim Care All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove the chrome-plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a stain.
Page 516 514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Leather Seat Care And Cleaning WARNING! MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom- mended for leather upholstery. Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular closed areas, they may cause respiratory harm.
Page 517: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 515 Glass Surfaces 2. Dry with a soft cloth. All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis Seat Belt Maintenance with MOPAR Glass Cleaner or any commercial Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical household-type glass cleaner.
Page 518 516 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE and mini fuses. A description of each fuse and compo- Cavity Cartridge Mini Description nent may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the Fuse Fuse cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover 40 Amp Air Suspension that corresponds to the following chart.
Page 519 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 517 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Power Seat 40 Amp Starter Motor Sole- Green Green noid 30 Amp E-Brake 20 Amp Powertrain Control Pink Blue Module/Powertrain Control Module 30 Amp Headlamp Wash Re- Transmission Range...
Page 520 518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Electronic Limit Slip 10 Amp Heating, Ventilation & Yellow Differential/Air Sus- Air Conditioning (Cli- pension mate Control System) 20 Amp Liftgate Unlock/DRL 30 Amp Radio/Amplifier Yellow...
Page 521 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 519 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Occupant Restraint 10 Amp Driver Door Switch Controller Bank 25 Amp Automatic Shutdown 10 Amp Ignition Switch/ Natural 1 and 2 Wireless Control Module/Keyless En- 15 Amp Instrument Cluster...
Page 522 520 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Powertrain 25 Amp All Door Lock &Un- Controller/ Natural lock Transmission Control- CAUTION! 10 Amp Park Assist Module/ • When installing the totally integrated power mod- Climate Control Sys- ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is tem Module/IR...
Page 523: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 521 • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of CAUTION! (Continued) service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
Page 524: Bulb Replacement
522 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Exterior Lights Bulb Type Aux Aperature Backup Lamps ..7440 (W21W) High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) – If Auxiliary Liftgate Tail Lamps ....W3W Equipped Front Park/Turn Lamp .
Page 525: Halogen Headlamps - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 523 NOTE: On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis- Front Turn Signal charge (HID) headlamps, when the headlamps are 1. Open the hood. turned on, there is a blue hue to the lamps. This dimin- ishes and becomes more white after approximately 2.
Page 526: Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamps
524 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Firmly grasp the bulb by the two latches and squeeze 4. Align the index tabs of the front fog lamp bulb with them together to unlock the bulb from the back of the the slots in the collar of the bulb opening on the back of front fog lamp housing.
Page 527: Rear Liftgate Mounted Tail Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 525 4. Twist socket counter clockwise and remove from 9. Disconnect the two trim panel lights. lamp. 10. Tail lamps are now visible. Rotate socket(s) counter 5. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. clockwise. 6.
Page 528: Fluid Capacities
526 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 3.6L and 5.7L Engines 25 Gallons 94.6 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters 5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 3.6L Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/Antifreeze...
Page 529: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 527 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy- brid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 530: Chassis
528 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Transfer Case – 3.6L Engine Shell Automatic Transmission Fluid 3353 or equivalent. Transfer Case – 5.7L Engine MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
Page 531 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..532 Maintenance Schedule ....530...
Page 532 530 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Based on engine operation conditions the oil change The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this indicator message will illuminate, this means that service manual must be done at the times or mileages specified is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Page 533 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 531 Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator Once a Month message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or scheduled oil change is performed by someone other damage.
Page 534 532 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES At Each Oil Change Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following • Change the engine oil filter. pages for the required maintenance intervals. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. CAUTION! Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle.
Page 535 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 533 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 536: Service Schedule
534 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 537 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 535 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 538 536 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 539 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 537 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 540 538 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 88,000 miles (143 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
Page 541 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 539 96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 96,000 miles (156 000 km). ❏...
Page 542 540 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or 112,000 Miles (182,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 543 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 541 120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 120,000 miles (195 000 km). ❏...
Page 544 542 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or Schedule 102 Months Maintenance ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 545 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 543 144,000 Miles (234,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or Schedule 114 Months Maintenance ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 546 544 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
Page 547: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle......547 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 548 546 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 553 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......553 ▫...
Page 549: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 547 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 550: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
548 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 551: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 549 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 552: Warranty Information
550 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 553: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 551 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 immedi- campaign.
Page 554 552 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 555: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 553 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 556: Temperature Grades
554 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 557 INDEX...
Page 558 556 INDEX Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . 165 All Wheel Drive (AWD) ....352 Adding Fuel ......421 Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle .
Page 559 INDEX 557 Fluid Type ......507 Master Cylinder ..... . . 504 Special Additives .
Page 560 558 INDEX Cargo Area Features ..... . 225 Clean Air Gasoline ..... . . 413 Cargo Compartment .
Page 561 INDEX 559 Coolant Level ......502 Dipsticks Disposal of Used Coolant ....501 Automatic Transmission .
Page 562 560 INDEX Electric Remote Mirrors ....107 Engine Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ..216 Air Cleaner ......488 Electronic Brake Control System .
Page 563 INDEX 561 Oil Synthetic ......487 Finish Care ......511 Overheating .
Page 564 562 INDEX Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ..527 Tank Capacity ......526 Fog Light Service .
Page 565 INDEX 563 Gear Select Lever Override ....471 Hitches General Information ....20,28,185,411 Trailer Towing .
Page 566 564 INDEX Interior Appearance Care ....513 Lap/Shoulder Belts ..... . . 50 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .
Page 567 INDEX 565 Center Mounted Stop ....525 Seat Belt Reminder ..... 254 Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) .
Page 568 566 INDEX Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ....230 Rearview ......105 Vanity .
Page 569 INDEX 567 Oil Change Indicator ..... 268 Overdrive OFF Switch ....349 Oil Change Indicator, Reset .
Page 570 568 INDEX Inverter ......220 Radial Ply Tires ......392 Lift Gate .
Page 571 INDEX 569 Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ..444 Roof Type Carrier ..... . . 230 Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) .
Page 572 570 INDEX Inspection ......96 Sentry Key Replacement ....19 Maintenance .
Page 573 INDEX 571 SmartBeams ......148 Steering Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....399 Power .
Page 574 572 INDEX Tachometer ......246 High Speed ......391 Telescoping Steering Column .
Page 575 INDEX 573 Torque Converter Clutch ....351 Maintenance ......506 Tow Hooks, Emergency .
Page 576 574 INDEX Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ....55 Warranty Information ..... 550 Upholstery Care .
Page 577: Vehicle
INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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