Page 1 Grand Cherokee 2 0 1 2 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L SRT8...
Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of fea- Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the tures and equipment that are either standard or optional on name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 5 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Warnings And Cautions ....7 Rollover Warning .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
Page 7: How To Use This Manual
INTRODUCTION 5 control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or in a collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by injury.
Page 8 6 INTRODUCTION...
Page 9: Warnings And Cautions
INTRODUCTION 7 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 10: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..18 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ....24 ▫ Wind Buffeting ..... . . 43 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ....59 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ....79 ▫...
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 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 15: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 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 16: Removing Key Fob From Ignition
14 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 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 • 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 18: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds WARNING! (Continued) when the Key Fob is placed in the OFF or ACC ignition • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and position.
Page 19: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The CAUTION! system will shut the engine off in two seconds if an invalid Key Fob is used to start the engine. The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat- ible with some after-market remote starting systems.
Page 20: Customer Key Programming
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Customer Key Programming CAUTION! Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and performed at an authorized dealer. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- General Information tended.
Page 21: Rearming The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 audio and visual signals, the horn will sound, the head- To Arm The System lights will turn on, park lamps and/or turn signals will Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: flash repeatedly for three minutes.
Page 22: To Disarm The System
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further infor- position. mation). • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, •...
Page 23: Tamper Alert
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, the interior Tamper Alert power door lock switches will not unlock the doors. If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in your absence, the horn will sound three times and the The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your exterior lights blink three times when you unlock the vehicle;...
Page 24: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: Inserting the Key Fob with RKE transmitter into • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- the ignition switch disables the system from responding tesy lights will turn on if the dimmer control is in the to any button presses from that RKE transmitter.
Page 25: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 To Unlock The Doors Flash Lamps With Lock Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE This feature will cause the turn signal lamps to flash when transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice to the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmitter.
Page 26: To Lock The Doors
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Doors Using The Panic Alarm Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, press and hold ter to lock all doors. The turn signal lamps will flash and the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal.
Page 27: Transmitter Battery Replacement
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Transmitter Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery. NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate • Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back housing or the printed circuit board.
Page 28 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal.
Page 29: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 4. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal halves together. distance, check for these two conditions: 1. A weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected General Information life of the battery is a minimum of three years.
Page 30: How To Use Remote Start
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • System not disabled from previous remote start event How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the • Vehicle theft alarm not active engine will remote start: •...
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle To Enter Remote Start Mode Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped Press and release the REMOTE START button The following messages will display in the EVIC if the on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- onds.
Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The engine can be started two consecutive times with To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition must be Before the end of 15 minute cycle, press and release the cycled by pushing the START/STOP button twice (or UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN...
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter- turn on in cold weather. In warm weather, the driver N-Go feature, the message “Remote Start Active — vented seat feature will automatically turn on when the Insert Key and Turn To Run”...
Page 34: Door Locks
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS The power door locks can be manually locked from inside the vehicle by using the door lock knob. To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward.
Page 35: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Power Door Locks WARNING! The power door lock switch is located on each front door • For personal security and safety in the event of an panel. Press the switch to lock or unlock the doors. accident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive, as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
Page 36: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you press the door lock switch while the Key Fob is in (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Understanding the ignition switch and the driver’s door is open, the Your Instrument Panel” for further information. doors will not lock.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Child-Protection Door Lock Location Child-Protection Door Lock Function WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged (locked).
Page 38: Keyless Enter-N-Go
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If a Passive Entry door handle has not been used for NOTE: For emergency exit from the rear seats when the Child-Protection Door Lock System is engaged, manually 72 hours, the Passive Entry feature for the handle may raise the door lock knob to the unlocked position, roll time out.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the driver’s front door handle. To select between “Unlock Driver Door 1st Press” and “Unlock All Doors 1st Press”, refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)”...
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE To Enter The Liftgate Transmitter In Vehicle With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the button on the right side of Passive Entry RKE transmitter inside your vehicle, the the chrome accent bar, which is located on the liftgate...
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in EVIC, all doors will unlock when you push the button on the liftgate. If Unlock Driver Door 1st press is programmed in EVIC, the liftgate and Flipper glass will unlock when you press the button on the liftgate For further information, refer to “Electronic Vehicle Informa- tion...
Page 42: Windows
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: passenger and rear passenger door windows. The win- • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you dow controls will operate only when the ignition switch must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock is in the ON/RUN or ACC position.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 The power window switches remain active for 10 min- WARNING! utes after the ignition has been turned OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch or leave a vehicle with Keyless Enter- Auto Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection —...
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE during Auto Up. If this happens, pull the switch lightly to Window Lockout Button the first detent and hold it to close the window manually. The Window Lockout button on the driver’s door allows you to disable the window controls on the rear doors.
Page 45: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions.
Page 46: Liftgate Flipper Glass
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Liftgate Flipper Glass Once the liftgate flipper glass has been opened, connec- The liftgate flipper glass is also unlocked when the tion to the rear window wiper is interrupted, preventing liftgate is unlocked. To open the flipper glass, push up on activation of the rear wiper blade while the flipper glass the window switch located on the liftgate.
Page 47: Power Liftgate - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Power Liftgate — If Equipped To operate the power liftgate manually in the open The power liftgate may be opened by pulling direction, pull the liftgate handle once to initiate a power up on the liftgate handle or by pressing the cycle and then pull the handle a second time to put LIFTGATE button on the Remote Keyless Entry...
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is WARNING! closing or opening, the liftgate will automatically reverse to the closed or open position, provided it During power operation, personal injury or cargo meets sufficient resistance.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 • If the liftgate handle is pulled while the power liftgate WARNING! is opening, the liftgate motor will disengage to allow • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison- manual operation. ous exhaust gases into your vehicle.
Page 50: Occupant Restraints
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Knee bolsters for front seat occupants OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may vehicle are the restraint systems: enhance occupant protection by managing occupant •...
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 infant and child restraint systems. For more information Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat on LATCH, refer to Lower Anchors and Tether for belt properly (see section on Child Restraints) should be CHildren (LATCH).
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be WARNING! moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more Front Air Bags room to inflate. severe injuries in a collision.
Page 53: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! (Continued) can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown (SABIC) and Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) from the vehicle.
Page 54: Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in belts are designed to go around the large bones of these areas are more likely to be seriously injured your body.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Latch Plate Latch Plate to Buckle 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the not protect you properly.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 58: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, WARNING! grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection.
Page 59: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is equipped with an Easy Up feature. This feature allows the shoulder belt anchorage to be adjusted in the upward position without pushing the release button. To verify the shoulder belt anchorage is latched, pull downward on the shoulder belt anchorage until it is locked into position.
Page 60: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • N/A — Not Applicable the shoulder belt. The Automatic Locking Mode is avail- able on all passenger-seating positions with a combina- • ALR — Automatic Locking Retractor tion lap/shoulder belt. Use the Automatic Locking Mode If the passenger seating position is equipped with an anytime a child safety seat is installed in a seating ALR and is being used for normal usage:...
Page 61: Energy Management Feature
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Energy Management Feature Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking Management feature in the front seating positions to help Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on...
Page 62: Supplemental Active Head Restraints (Ahr)
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat How The Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines worn snugly and positioned properly.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 CAUTION! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. Hand Positioning Points On AHR 2.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 AHR In Reset Position 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism NOTE: 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock • If you have difficulties or problems resetting the into the back decorative plastic half.
Page 66: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (BeltAlert ) (8 km/h), BeltAlert will provide both audio and visual BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and notification.
Page 67: Seat Belt Lock Out
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Seat Belt Lock Out extender should be used only if the existing belt is not The center rear seat belt system has a lock out feature that long enough. When it is not required, remove the ex- will not allow you to extract the center webbing unless tender and store it.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The passenger’s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in NOTE: The Driver and Front Passenger Advanced Front the instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The Air Bags are certified to the new Federal regulations for words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the air bag covers.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Air Bag System Components Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, front, Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC system components: air bags, are located above the side windows and their •...
Page 70: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • No objects should be placed over or near the air bag driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides on the instrument panel, because any such objects output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision...
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant deploys independently;...
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) SABIC air bags may offer side-impact and vehicle roll- over protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure. Each air bag 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 • Should a vehicle rollover occur, the pretensioners WARNING! (Continued) and/or SAB and SABIC air bags on both sides of the • Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects vehicle may deploy. between you and the side air bags;...
Page 74: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi- Air Bags work with the knee bolsters to provide im- tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in proved protection for the driver and front passenger.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration Also, the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are Light in the instrument panel for approxi- not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should mately four to eight seconds for a self-check have deployed.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE are possible, based on the collision type and severity. The WARNING! steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- the air bags inflate to their full size.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Based on several factors, including the severity and type A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the of collision, the side air bag inflator on the crash side of SABIC. The inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the vehicle may be triggered, releasing a quantity of the headliner out of the way and covers the window.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Unlock the doors automatically. Front And Side Impact Sensors In front and side impacts, front and side impact sensors In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System can aid the ORC in determining the appropriate response functions after an event, the ignition switch must be to certain impact events.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a bags will not be in place to protect you.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or • Modifications to any part of the air bag system may not function properly if modifications are could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 81: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine You will want to have the air bags ready to related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint inflate for your protection in a collision. The Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.
Page 82: Child Restraints
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, were buckled/fastened; such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- ment, can read the information if they have access to the •...
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 seat Owner’s Manual to ensure you have the right seat facing child safety seat. Two types of child restraints can for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for your be used rearward-facing: infant carriers and convertible child.
Page 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 air bag.
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 or 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: http://www.tc.gc.ca/...
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or All children whose weight or height is above the forward-facing limit for the child seat should use a slouching can move the belt out of position. belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle’s seat belts •...
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 also have features for installation using the vehicle’s seat webbing-mounted lower attachments and child seats belts. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for with fixed lower attachments. The rear seat lower an- connection to the top tether anchorages have been avail- chors can be readily identified by the symbol located on able for some time.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the vehicle’s seat belts. For typical installation instruc- tions, refer to “Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System”. Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Pulling Down The Carpet Floor Panel Top Tether Strap Anchorage (Located on Seatback) To Access Top 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 They are not visible until you fold the gap panel down. separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or Do not use the cargo tie down hooks located on the floor connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a behind the seat.
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 seat belts are designed to keep the lap portion of the seat Installing a Child Restraint with an ALR: belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not 1. To install a child restraint with ALR, first, pull enough necessary to use a locking clip.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the upward position. To access the center seat arm rest tether first lower the arm rest. The tether is located behind the armrest and hooked onto the plastic seat backing. 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 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 strap anchorages behind the rear seat, pull the carpeted floor panel away from the seat back, this will expose the top tether strap anchorages. Top Tether Strap Anchorage (Located on Seatback) Pulling Down The Carpet Floor Panel To Access Top Tether Strap...
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly be- hind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.
Page 95: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Top Tether Strap Attachment ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS For the center seating position route the tether strap over A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain the seatback and headrest then attach the hook to the top (engine, transmission, clutch, and rear axle) in your new tether anchorage located on the back of the seat behind vehicle.
Page 96: Safety Tips
94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result. vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death.
Page 97: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Exhaust Gas WARNING! (Continued) • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the WARNING! engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 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 CONTENTS ▫ Sun Visor Extension ....109 Mirrors ......106 ▫...
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Things You Should Know About Your ▫ Manual Front Passenger Seatback Uconnect™ Phone ....136 Adjustment —...
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 ▫ To Disable A RKE Transmitter Linked To ▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ....180 Memory ......172 ▫...
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Intermittent Wiper System ....186 ▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ....195 ▫...
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 ▫ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu ..209 ▫ Cleaning The Parksense System ..230 ▫ Display Warnings And Maintenance ..210 ▫...
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Programming A Rolling Code ... 240 ▫ Venting Sunroof — Express ... . . 249 ▫...
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 ▫ Closing Power Shade — Express ..253 ▫ Door Storage ..... . . 263 ▫...
Page 108: Mirrors
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Mirror 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
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 BLIND SPOT MONITORING — IF EQUIPPED The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to detect highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the rear/front/side of the vehicle.
Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will NOTE: • The BSM system does NOT alert the driver about momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors to let the driver know that the system is operational. The rapidly approaching vehicles that are outside the BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in any detection zones.
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Sensor Location (Driver Side Shown) Warning Light Location The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three detection zones by illuminating the BSM warning light different entry points (side, rear, front) while driving to located in the outside mirrors in addition to sounding an see if an alert is necessary.
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entering From The Side Entering From The Rear Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side of the vehicle. side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning light will be illuminated. If the difference in speed between the two vehicles is greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), the warning light will not illuminate.
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in berms, etc.
Page 117: Rear Cross Path
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 WARNING! The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones. The BSM system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicles mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
Page 118: Modes Of Operation
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can Modes Of Operation be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the Three selectable modes of operation are available in the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Page 119: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an alert Blind Spot Alert Off present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime will When the BSM system is turned off there will be no also be sounded.
Page 120 The Uconnect™ Phone allows up to seven mobile phones to be linked to the system. Only one linked (or paired) mobile • www.dodge.com/uconnect phone can be used with the system at a time. The system is • www.jeep.com/uconnect available in English, Spanish, or French languages. • or call 1–877–855–8400...
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Voice Command Button WARNING! Actual button location may vary with the radio. The individual buttons are described in the Any voice commanded system should be used only “Operation” section. in safe driving conditions following local laws and phone use.
Page 122: Operation
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Operation example, you can use the compound form voice Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ command “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone the compound form command into two voice com- menu structure.
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 • When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Device” Cancel Command At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and and follow the audible prompts. you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a •...
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the Call By Saying A Name vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three • Press the button to begin. and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the •...
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Add Names To Your Uconnect™ Phonebook After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- book, you will be given the opportunity to add more NOTE: Adding names to the Uconnect™ Phonebook is phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the recommended when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To call a name from the Uconnect™ Phonebook or • Only the mobile phone’s phonebook is downloaded. downloaded Phonebook, follow the procedure in SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone- “Call by Saying a Name”...
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say mobile and a home number, but you can add “John “Phonebook Edit Entry”. Doe’s” work number later using the “Phonebook Edit Entry” feature. •...
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect™ Phone will ask you to verify that you from the list, press the button while the Uconnect™ Phone is playing the desired entry and say wish to delete all the entries from the phonebook. “Delete”.
Page 129: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 • To call one of the names in the list, press the Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — No Call button during the playing of the desired name, and Currently In Progress say “Call”.
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE when another call is in progress. Therefore, the user can Toggling Between Calls only answer an incoming call or ignore it. If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), press the button until you hear a single beep, Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In...
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Call Termination Call Continuation To end a call in progress, momentarily press the Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if Uconnect™...
Page 132: Uconnect™ Phone Features
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Phone Features Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is Language Selection reachable: To change the language that the Uconnect™ Phone is • Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency using: number for your area.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may Towing Assistance not be applicable with the available mobile service and If you need towing assistance: area. • Press the button to begin. • If supported, this number may be programmable on •...
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Paging When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that To learn how to page, refer to “Working with Automated normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence Systems”. Paging works properly except for pagers of on your mobile phone keypad, you can press the certain companies, which time out a little too soon to button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed...
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 The Uconnect™ Phone will then send the corresponding Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system tones over the phone. from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect™ Phone will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).
Page 136: Advanced Phone Connectivity
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF) You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone When you mute the Uconnect™ Phone, you will still be keypad and still use the Uconnect™ Phone (while dialing able to hear the conversation coming from the other via the mobile phone keypad, the user must exercise party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • When prompted, say “List Phones”. from your Uconnect™ Phone paired mobile phone to the Uconnect™ Phone or vice versa, press the button • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone names of and say “Transfer Call”.
Page 138: Uconnect™ Phone
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The selected phone will be used for the next phone Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ call. If the selected phone is not available, the Phone Uconnect™ Phone will return to using the highest Uconnect™...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 You can either press the Uconnect™ Phone button to Voice Command restore the factory setting or repeat the words and • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to phrases when prompted by the Uconnect™ Phone. For provide at least ⁄...
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • fully closed windows, • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • dry weather condition. • You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). •...
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 • fully closed windows, Uconnect™ Phone can read or send new messages on • dry weather conditions, and your phone. • operation from the driver’s seat. Read Messages: • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness If you receive a new text message while your phone is to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and connected to Uconnect™...
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages: 3. Where are you? You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send 4. I need more direction. a new message: 5. L O L • Press the button. 6. Why •...
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 16. Can this wait? Bluetooth Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the 17. Bye for now Uconnect™ Phone. When this happens, the connection 18. When can we meet can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off/on.
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Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 149: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 General Information NOTE: Take care to speak into the Voice Interface This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and System as calmly and normally as possible. The ability of RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com- following conditions: mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a...
Page 150: Commands
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists The system will best recognize your speech if the win- options, press the Voice Command button, listen dows are closed, and the heater/air conditioning fan is for the beep, and say your command.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the Radio AM volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Command To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In system is speaking.
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) Disc To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) may say the following commands: Satellite Radio •...
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 • “Switch to system setup” − “Continue” (to continue recording) • “Change to setup” − “Delete” (to delete the recording) • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) • “Main menu setup” or —...
Page 154: Voice Training
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Training WARNING! For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect™ Voice “Voice Training” feature may be used. outside of a vehicle.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when the desired position has been reached.
Page 156: Passenger's Power Seat
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reclining The Seatback WARNING! (Continued) The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the backward. Push the seatback switch forward or rear- shoulder belt is no longer resting against your ward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward WARNING! The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
Page 158: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path.
Page 159: Manual Front Seats Forward/Rearward Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Manual Front Seats 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 manual front driver Release the bar once you have reached the desired or passenger seats.
Page 160: Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment - Recline
158 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 161: Heated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 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 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE programmed to come on during a remote start. Refer to NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt “Remote Starting System — If Equipped” in “Things To within two to five minutes. Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 163: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Press the switch once to select HIGH-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select LOW-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements OFF. NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within two to five minutes.
Page 164: Head Restraints
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE small fans that draw the air from the passenger compart- NOTE: The engine must be running for the ventilated ment and blow air through fine perforations in the seat seats to operate. cover to help keep the driver and front passenger cooler Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start in higher ambient temperatures.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half WARNING! of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR. The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in...
Page 166 164 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 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 • 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 168 166 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 169: 60/40 Split Rear Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 1. Pull upward on the release lever to release the seat. WARNING! Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered position could result in serious injury or death in a collision.
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Fold the rear seat completely forward. WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers.
Page 171: Reclining Rear Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Reclining Rear Seat WARNING! To recline the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back and release the lever Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the at the desired position.
Page 172: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED Once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the driver’s door panel can be used to recall the driver’s seat, driver’s outside mirror, adjustable steering wheel posi- tion (if equipped), and the radio station preset settings.
Page 173: Setting Memory Positions And Linking Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Setting Memory Positions And Linking Remote 5. Turn on the radio and set the radio station presets Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory (up to 12 AM and 12 FM stations can be set). NOTE: Each time the S (SET) button and a numbered 6.
Page 174: Memory Position Recall
172 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 175: Easy Entry/Exit Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 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 176: To Open And Close The Hood
174 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 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 2. Reach under the hood, move safety latch to the left CAUTION! 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 178: Lights
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise. When the headlight switch is Headlight Switch on the parking lights, taillights, license plate The headlight switch is located on the left side of the light and instrument panel lights are also instrument panel, next to the steering wheel.
Page 179: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Headlights On Automatically With Wipers CAUTION! If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic Headlights, it also has this customer-programmable feature. When Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, your headlights are in the automatic mode and the steel wool or other abrasive materials to clean the engine is running, they will automatically turn on when lenses.
Page 180: Smartbeam™ - If Equipped
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When your headlights come on during the To Activate daytime, the instrument panel lights will automatically 1. Enable the Automatic High Beams. Refer to “Elec- dim to the lower nighttime intensity. Refer to “Lights” in tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Customer- this section for further information.
Page 181: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 2. Push back on the multifunction lever once again to Automatic Headlight Leveling — HID Headlights reactivate the system. Only This feature prevents the headlights from interfering NOTE: Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and with the vision of oncoming drivers.
Page 182: Parking Lights And Panel Lights
180 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 183: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 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 184: Lights-On Reminder
182 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 185: Ambient Light
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 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 186: Multifunction Lever
184 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 187: High/Low Beam Switch
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 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 188: Windshield Wiper Operation
186 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 189: Windshield Washer Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 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 190: Mist
188 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 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 • A customer programmable feature in the Electronic The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the multifunction lever. Wiper delay position 1 is the least Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) allows the Rain sensitive, and wiper delay position 4 is the most sensi- Sensing feature to be turned off.
Page 192: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When the ignition is ON, and the transmission is in the NEU- TRAL position, the Rain Sensing system will not operate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), or the shift lever is moved out of the NEUTRAL position.
Page 193: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve- hicle.
Page 194: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED Seat, you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps transmitter or the memory switch on the driver’s door warm your hands in cold weather.
Page 195: Electronic Speed Control
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 Press the switch to turn on the heated WARNING! steering wheel. The light on the switch • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin will illuminate to indicate the steering wheel heater is on.
Page 196: To Activate
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control right side of the steering wheel. System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed.
Page 197: To Set A Desired Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 To Set A Desired Speed To Vary The Speed Setting Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can in- has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button crease speed by pushing the RES (+) button.
Page 198: To Accelerate For Passing
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Accelerate For Passing WARNING! Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 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 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 201: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 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 202: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Any chassis/suspension modifications to the NOTE: You cannot enable ACC under the following vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise conditions: Control. • When in Four-Wheel Drive Low. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) •...
Page 203: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 To Activate To turn the system OFF, push and release the ON/OFF Push and release the ON/OFF button. The ACC menu in button again. At this time, the system will turn off and the EVIC displays “Adaptive Cruise Ready.”...
Page 204: To Set A Desired Acc Speed
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Set A Desired ACC Speed Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. If you do When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the not, the vehicle may continue to accelerate beyond the set SET - button and release.
Page 205: To Cancel
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 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 206: To Turn Off
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You turn OFF the ignition. NOTE: If ACC is resumed or set with the ESC/TCS off, ESC will automatically be re-engaged. • You switch to Four-Wheel Drive Low. To Resume Speed Press the RES + button and release. Then remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Page 207: To Vary The Speed Setting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 To Vary The Speed Setting Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by (1.6 km/h) decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of pressing and holding the RES + button.
Page 208: Setting The Following Distance In Acc
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Setting The Following Distance In ACC The specified following distance for ACC can be set by varying the distance setting between 3 (long), 2 (me- dium), and 1 (short). Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead.
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 same lane, the EVIC displays the “Sensed Vehicle Indi- cator” icon, and the system adjusts vehicle speed auto- matically to maintain the distance setting, regardless of the set speed. The vehicle will then maintain the set distance until: •...
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited; how- The ACC Systems provides Overtake Aid when passing ever, the driver can always apply the brakes manually, if on the left hand side only. When driving with ACC necessary.
Page 211: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Menu
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu ACC SET The EVIC displays the current ACC system settings. The − When ACC is set, the set speed will display. EVIC is located in the upper part of the instrument cluster between the speedometer and the tachometer.
Page 212: Display Warnings And Maintenance
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The ACC screen will display once again if any ACC Display Warnings And Maintenance activity occurs, which may include any of the following: “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning • Set Speed Change The ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”...
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of an obstruction. The sensor is located in the center of the vehicle behind the lower grille. To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor- tant to note the following maintenance items: •...
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor, Removing ACC Sensor For Off-Roading including transparent material or aftermarket grilles. NOTE: When off-roading, it may be advisable to re- Doing so could cause an ACC system failure or move the ACC sensor.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 NOTE: Do not change the adjustment fasteners or pull To reinstall the sensor and bracket assembly reverse the the sensor off of the bracket. Doing so may misalign the process above. The fastener torque required to assembly sensor.
Page 216: Precautions While Driving With Acc
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Service ACC Warning Precautions While Driving With ACC If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection FCW Unavailable Service Radar Sensor”, it indicates issues.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 Offset Driving Turns And Bends ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane that is When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the system offset from your direct line of travel. There will not be may decrease the vehicle speed and acceleration for sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using ACC On Hills Lane Changing When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic lane in which you are traveling.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 Narrow Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they have moved fully into the lane. There will not be suffi- cient distance to the vehicle ahead.
Page 220: General Information
218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 221 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 To Vary The Speed Setting WARNING! There are two ways to change the set speed: In the normal Cruise Control mode, the system will • Use the accelerator pedal to adjust the vehicle to the not react to vehicles ahead.
Page 222: Forward Collision Warning - If Equipped
220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped Press the RES + button and then remove your foot from Forward Collision Warning (FCW) warns the driver of a the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the last set potential collision with the vehicle in front of you and speed.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 guard rails or sign posts based on the course predic- tion. This is expected and is a part of normal FCW activation and functionality. WARNING! Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect every type of potential collision.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE FCW settings can only be changed when the vehicle is in Changing the FCW status to the “Near” setting, allows PARK. the system to warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you when you are much closer. This The default status of FCW is the “Far”...
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the system NOTE: In the “Off” setting FCW OFF will be displayed from warning you of a possible collision with the vehicle in the EVIC. in front of you. FCW Off Example Example Only...
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Service FCW Warning • The system will retain the last setting selected by the If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ driver after ignition shut down. FCW Unavailable Service Radar Sensor”, it indicates there is an internal system fault.
Page 227: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — ParkSense Sensors IF EQUIPPED The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/ The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is and audible indications of the distance between the rear within the sensors’...
Page 228: Parksense Display
226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The ParkSense Warning Display is located in the Instru- ParkSense Display ment cluster’s EVIC display. It provides both visual and When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display audible warnings to indicate the distance between the will turn ON indicating the system status.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 Park Assist System OFF Slow Tone 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 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Continuous Tone 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:...
Page 231: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 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 232: Service The Parksense Rear Park Assist System
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Un- detected a faulted condition, the EVIC will display the derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa- “CLEAN PARK ASSIST SENSORS” or the “SERVICE tion. When the shift lever is moved to REVERSE and the PARK ASSIST SYSTEM”...
Page 233: Parksense System Usage Precautions
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 • ParkSense , when on, will MUTE the radio when it is ParkSense System Usage Precautions sounding a tone. NOTE: • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, • Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking care dirt and debris to keep the ParkSense system operat- not to scratch or damage them.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • On vehicles equipped with a tailgate, ParkSense WARNING! should be disabled when the tailgate is in the lowered • Drivers must be careful when backing up even or open position and the vehicle is in REVERSE. A lowered tailgate could provide a false indication that when using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist Sys- an obstacle is behind the vehicle.
Page 235: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — WARNING! (Continued) IF EQUIPPED • Before using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear System, it is strongly recommended that the ball Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever...
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the of the vehicle while a dashed center-line will indicate the vehicle. The following table shows the approximate center of the vehicle to assist with aligning to a hitch/ distances for each zone: receiver.
Page 237: Turning Parkview On Or Off - With Navigation/Multimedia Radio
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 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 238: Turning Parkview On Or Off - Without Navigation/Multimedia Radio
236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Enable or disable the rear camera feature by selecting the “enable rear camera in reverse” soft-key. 5. Press the “save” soft-key. Turning ParkView On Or Off — Without Navigation/Multimedia Radio 1. Press the “menu” hard-key. 2.
Page 239: Courtesy Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 Courtesy Lights The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top corner of the lens. To turn the lights off, press the lens a second time. Front Map/Reading Lights To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The lights also turn on when a door is opened.
Page 240: Sunglass Bin Door
238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunglass Bin Door GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED At the front of the console a compartment is provided for HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The storage compart- that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ment access is a “push/push”...
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 HomeLink Buttons/Sunvisor/Headliner HomeLink Buttons/Overhead Consoles NOTE: HomeLink is disabled when the Vehicle Secu- rity Alarm is active.
Page 242: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Before You Begin Programming HomeLink NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. programming HomeLink for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the Homelink button you want to program and the hand-held transmit- ter button. 4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi- cator light. The Homelink indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after Homelink has received the fre- quency signal from the hand-held transmitter.
Page 244: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next 2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button until step after the LEARN button has been pressed. the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not release the button.
Page 245: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indi- Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button cator light. The Homelink indicator will flash slowly To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, and then rapidly after Homelink has received the fre- follow these steps: quency signal from the hand-held transmitter.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this 4. Watch for the HomeLink indicator to change flash Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to rates. When it changes, it is programmed. It may take up time-out in the same manner.
Page 247: Using Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button Security To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn follow these steps: in your vehicle. 1.
Page 248: Troubleshooting Tips
246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Troubleshooting Tips WARNING! If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here • Your motorized door or gate will open and close are some of the most common solutions: while you are programming the universal trans- •...
Page 249: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 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 250: Opening Sunroof - Express
248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 251: Closing Sunroof - Manual Mode
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts re- cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express sult in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect the sunroof.
Page 252: Wind Buffeting
250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting Ignition OFF Operation Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of The power sunroof switches remain active for up to pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch has ears.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 WARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
Page 254: Opening Sunroof - Express
252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express second and the sunroof will open automatically from any Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop position.
Page 255: Opening Power Shade - Manual Mode
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 Opening Power Shade — Manual Mode Pinch Protect Feature To open the shade, press and hold the switch rearward to This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of full open. Any release of the switch will stop the move- the sunroof during Express Close operation.
Page 256: Sunroof Maintenance
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs Sunroof Fully Closed with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to Press the switch forward and release to ensure that the minimize the buffeting or open any window. sunroof is fully closed.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 NOTE: The front power outlet is located inside the storage area • All accessories connected to the “battery” powered on the center stack of the instrument panel. Push inward outlets should be removed or turned off when the on the storage lid to open the compartment and gain vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against access to this power outlet.
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a power outlet located in the storage area of the center console. Rear Power Outlet NOTE: The rear power outlet can be switched to “battery”...
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 Power Outlet Right Rear Quarter Panel Fuse Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 — M7 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Right Rear Quarter Panel 2 — M6 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel 3 —...
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 261: Power Inverter - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 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 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The power inverter is designed with built-in overload NOTE: When the power inverter switch is pressed, protection. If the power rating of 150 Watts is exceeded, there will be a delay of approximately one second before the power inverter will automatically shut down.
Page 263: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 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 264: Storage
262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE To open the glove compartment, pull outward on the latch and lower the glove box door. Glove Compartment The glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Opened Glove Compartment Glove Compartment...
Page 265: Door Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 Door Storage Center Console Large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy The center console contains both an upper and a lower access. storage area. Door Panel Storage Storage Compartment...
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the the small latch located on the lid. lower storage compartment. Storage Compartment Latches Lower Storage Compartment...
Page 267: Cargo Area Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 Press in on the flashlight to release it. WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving.
Page 268: Cargo Storage Bins
266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, Cargo Storage Bins twice for low, and a third time to return to off. There are four removable storage bins located in the rear cargo area.
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 Two additional storage bins are located under the load floor. To access the lower storage bins, raise the load floor and attach the tether hook (attached to the bottom of the load floor) to the liftgate opening. Lower Storage Bins Tether Strap...
Page 270: Retractable Cargo Area Cover - If Equipped
268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or protect passengers from loose cargo. To cover the cargo area: 1.
Page 271: Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 WARNING! In a collision, a loose cargo cover in the vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle. Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compart- ment.
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not carry loads which exceed the load limits • To help protect against personal injury, passengers described on the label attached to the left door or should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The left door center pillar.
Page 273: Rear Window Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the first detent for intermittent operation and to the Rear Window Wiper/Washer second detent for continuous rear wiper operation. The rear wiper/washer is controlled by a rotary switch Rotating the center portion upward once more will located on the control lever.
Page 274: Rear Window Defroster
272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the “park” window defroster only when the engine is operating. position.
Page 275: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED rack frame. Once the crossbar is in the desired position, The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the retighten the with the wrench to lock the crossbar into weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack.
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, do • Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care- not carry any loads on the roof rack without the fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the crossbars installed.
Page 277: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Change Indicator System ..306 Instrument Panel Features ....279 ▫ Fuel Economy ..... . 307 Instrument Cluster .
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Turn Menu Off ..... . 314 Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) ..327 ▫...
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 ▫ Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — Uconnect™ Multimedia Video Entertainment If Equipped ......347 System (VES)™...
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Replacing The Batteries ....373 Steering Wheel Audio Controls ... . 392 ▫...
Page 281: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Lower Switch Bank 11 — Hood Release 2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Hazard Switch 12 — Fuel Door Release 3 — Radio 8 — Storage Bin 13 —...
Page 282: Instrument Cluster
280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 283: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS the ON/RUN position before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF to 1. Tachometer ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly. Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000).
Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL system. If this light remains on after several ignition WARNING! cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal problem diagnosed and corrected.
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 5. TOW/HAUL Indicator Light — If Equipped 9. Hill Descent Control Indicator Light — If Equipped This light will illuminate when the TOW/ The symbol indicates the status of the Hill HAUL button has been selected. The TOW/ Decent Control (HDC) feature.
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so, has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those...
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped 14. Brake Warning Light This indicator will illuminate when the park This light monitors various brake functions, lights or headlights are turned on. including brake fluid level and parking brake application.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- WARNING! ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on dangerous.
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position, have tion.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 19. Fuel Gauge 23. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when Light — If Equipped the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position. This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- trol (ESC) is off.
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- WARNING! ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
Page 293: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 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 294 292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The system allows the driver to select information by UP Button pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the UP button to scroll up- wheel: ward through the main menus (Fuel Economy, Vehicle Info, Tire PSI, Cruise, Messages, Units, System Setup, Vehicle Speed, Trip Info, Turn Menu Off and sub-menus.
Page 295: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 BACK Button messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn- Press the BACK button to scroll back to a ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall previous menu or sub-menu. into several categories: •...
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Unstored Messages Until RUN When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start the following messages: feature. This message type is displayed until the ignition • Vehicle Not in Park is in the RUN state.
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 • Keyfob Battery Low • Normal Cruise Ready — When Adaptive Cruise Con- trol (ACC) system is turned off and Normal (Fixed • Liftglass Open Speed) Cruise Control mode is available. Refer to • Left front turn signal lamp out “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)”...
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ACC Cancelled — To disable the ACC system. Refer to • Brake — If the ACC system predicts that its maximum “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Understanding braking level is not sufficient to maintain the set The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 • ACC/FCW Unavailable Service Radar Sensor — If the • Ignition or Accessory On Lights On ACC system turns off due to an internal system fault • Turn signal on that requires service from an authorized dealer. Refer •...
Page 300 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Memory system unavailable — Not in Park • Service Four Wheel Drive System • Memory system unavailable — Seatbelt buckled • ECO — Fuel Saver Indicator • Memory 1 profile recall • TERRAIN SETTINGS — AUTOMATIC •...
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 • Terrain System Settings Not Available • Entry/Exit (Park) Height in Progress — This message is displayed (for 5 seconds) when the request is made • Raising Vehicle Ride Height (with icon) to go into Entry/Exit Height while the vehicle speed is •...
Page 302: Evic White Telltale Lights
300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Selected Ride Height Not Permitted — The vehicle EVIC White Telltale Lights speed is too high to enter one of the preset levels This area will show reconfigurable white caution tell- (Entry/Exit Level/Off Road Ride Height Level 1/Off tales.
Page 303 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 • Electronic Speed Control SET • Power Steering System Over Temperature — If This light will turn on when the electronic Equipped speed control is SET. For further information, If the “POWER STEERING SYSTEM OVER refer to “Electronic Speed Control”...
Page 304: Evic Amber Telltale Lights
302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If the condition persists, see your authorized dealer for • Air Suspension Down service. The air suspension down telltale will illumi- nate when the air suspension is in use. For EVIC Amber Telltale Lights further information, refer to “Starting And Op- This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- erating”.
Page 305: Evic Red Telltale Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap EVIC Red Telltale Lights may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These telltales include: • Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator •...
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Pressure Warning Light If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting This telltale indicates low engine oil pressure. If Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle •...
Page 307 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 required. You may experience reduced performance, an service. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “What To elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may Do In Emergencies” for more information. require towing. • Transmission Temperature Warning Light •...
Page 308: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Unless reset, this message will continue to display each WARNING! time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position if If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go.
Page 309: Fuel Economy
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 • Distance To Empty (DTE) Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go • Miles Per Gallon (MPG) 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine.) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to cycle through all the 2.
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL (MDS) (if equipped) allows the engine to operate on four Distance To Empty (DTE) cylinders, or if you are driving in a fuel efficient manner. Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level.
Page 311: Vehicle Speed
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 • Trip B Vehicle Speed Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle • Elapsed Time Speed” displays highlighted in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. Press the SELECT button to display the Press the UP/DOWN buttons to cycle through all the current speed in mph or km/h.
Page 312: Units
310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Elapsed Time down until the preferred setting is highlighted, then Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset press and release the SELECT button until a check-mark when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed appears next to the setting, showing that the setting has time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON been selected.
Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 This light will illuminate when the sport mode To access, press and release either the UP or DOWN is selected. This mode provides performance arrow button until “Performance Features” appears in based tuning with improved handling through the EVIC, then press and release the SELECT button.
Page 314 312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Pressing the SELECT button will clear the current run • The distance and speed measurements display while time and display the vehicle’s best 0-60 mph the event is taking place. (0-100 km/h) time. • The distance measurement will be aborted if the brake •...
Page 315: Vehicle Info
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 • Dashes will display if the vehicle fails to reach • When a force greater than zero is measured, the 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) in less then 30 seconds. display will update the value as it climbs. As the G-Force falls, the peak forces will continue to display.
Page 316: Messages
314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the UP and DOWN button to scroll through the Messages # available information displays, then press SELECT to Select from Main Menu using the UP or DOWN buttons. display any one of the following choices. This feature shows the number of stored warning mes- sages (in the # place holder).
Page 317: Tire Psi
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 Tire PSI Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Tire PSI” displays highlighted in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. Press and release the UP/DOWN but- tons until one of the following System Status messages displays in the EVIC: •...
Page 318: Keyless Enter-N-Go Display - If Equipped
316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to “Tires-General Information/Tire Inflation Pres- Compass / Temperature Display sures” in “Starting And Operating” for additional The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is information. facing. The EVIC will display one of eight compass readings and the outside temperature.
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 metallic objects) until the CAL indicator displayed in the module is located, and it can cause interference with the EVIC turns off. The compass will now function normally. compass sensor, and it may give false readings. NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and an environment free from large metallic objects such as buildings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks,...
Page 320: Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)
318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Press the DOWN button until the “Compass Variance” 1. Turn ON the ignition switch. message is displayed in the EVIC, then press the SELECT 2. Press the UP or DOWN button until the Setup button.
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 out of PARK or the vehicle begins moving, a warning Nav–Turn By Turn message SETUP NOT AVAILABLE, is followed in three When this feature is selected, the navigation system seconds by, VEHICLE NOT IN PARK. utilizes voice commands, guiding through the drive route, mile by mile, turn-by-turn until the final destina- Press and release the UP or DOWN button until Setup...
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Remote Unlock Sequence grasped. With Passive Entry, if Driver Door 1st Press is When Unlock Driver Door Only On 1st Press is selected, programmed touching the handle more than once will only the driver’s door will unlock on the first press of the only result in the driver’s door opening.
Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 removed showing the system has been deactivated. Refer This feature may be selected with or without the “Flash to “Driver Memory Seat” in “Understanding The Fea- Lamps with Lock” feature. To make your selection, press tures Of Your Vehicle.”...
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL with or without the sound horn on lock feature selected. The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are To make your selection, press and release the SELECT turned off if they were turned on by this feature. To make button until a check-mark appears next to the feature your selection, press and release the SELECT button until showing the system has been activated or the check-mark...
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat Key-Off Power Delay location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set When this feature is selected, the power window to ON) when the RKE transmitter is used to unlock the switches, radio, hands-free system (if equipped), DVD door.
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Display ECO Symbol — If Equipped Auto High Beams The “ECO” message is located in the Compass/ (Available with SmartBeam™ Only) Temperature display; this message can be turned on or When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights off.
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 been deactivated. When this feature is deactivated, the only show a visual alert in the outside mirrors. By system reverts to the standard intermittent wiper pressing and releasing the SELECT button a second time operation. “Blind Spot: Lights/CHM”...
Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front (18 km/h). The system can be enabled with Sound Only, of you when you are farther away. This gives you the Sound and Display, or turned OFF through the EVIC. To most reaction time.
Page 329: Media Center 730N/430/430N
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 MEDIA CENTER 730N/430/430N (RHR/RER/RBZ/ MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES) RHB) CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side side of the radio faceplate.
Page 330: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
328 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 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 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 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AM/FM Button display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and Press the buttons to select either AM or FM mode. SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory.
Page 333: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio MP3 Audio Play ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and •...
Page 334 332 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 335: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 • 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 336 334 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 337: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 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 338: Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio (Sales Code Res+Rsc)
336 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 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 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 340 338 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 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second MUSIC TYPE Button time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mode for five seconds.
Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Information Inform Top 40 Top 40 Jazz Jazz Weather Weather News News By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon Nostalgia Nostalga is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Oldies Oldies station with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 hours, press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set You may add a second station to each pushbutton by the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. Adjust repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the control knob.
Page 344: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and If you insert a disc with the ignition ON/RUN and the MP3 Audio Play radio ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display NOTE: will show the track number, and index time in minutes •...
Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 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 FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 346: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 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 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 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 348: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium on the disc.
Page 349: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) to return to elapsed time display. Press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when the Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode ignition is OFF).
Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a wel- using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is come kit that contains general information, including selected. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the how to setup your on-line listening account. For further Sirius ID number will display.
Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 Reception Quality SEEK Buttons Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next following reasons: channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down.
Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the exited and the radio will tune to the preset channel.
Page 353: Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- Operating Instructions (Uconnect™ Phone) — ton, the channel will continue to play but will not be If Equipped stored into pushbutton memory. Refer to “Uconnect™ Phone” in the Uconnect™ User Manual located on the DVD for further details.
Page 354: Connecting The Ipod Or External Usb Device
352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL iPod control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod and iPhone devices. Some iPod software versions may not fully support the iPod control features. Please visit Apple’s website for software updates. NOTE: • If the radio has a USB port, refer to the appropriate Uconnect™...
Page 355: Using This Feature
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 without damaging it while closing the lid. If a cut out is Using This Feature not available in the center console base, route the cable By using iPod cable or external USB device to connect to away from the lid latch and in a place that will allow the USB port: lid to close without damaging the cable.
Page 356: Play Mode
354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Jump backward in the current track by pressing and control mode, audio tracks (if available from audio device) start playing over the vehicle’s audio system. holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW button long enough will jump to the beginning of Play Mode the current track.
Page 357: List Or Browse Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 to the next screen of data for that track. Once all device, or press the VR button and say Shuffle ON or screens have been viewed, the last INFO button press Shuffle Off . If the RND icon is showing on the radio will go back to the play mode screen on the radio.
Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Preset 6 – Podcasts fast will scroll through the list faster. During fast scroll, a slight delay in updating the information on • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current the radio display may be noticeable. list on the top line and the first item in that list on •...
Page 359: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) CAUTION! Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the • Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any Uconnect™ phone system. supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons extreme heat or cold can alter the operation or To get into the BTSA mode, press either “AUX”...
Page 360: Uconnect™ Multimedia Video Entertainment System (Ves)™ - If Equipped
358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say UCONNECT™ MULTIMEDIA VIDEO Setup , then Select Audio Devices . ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ — IF EQUIPPED 3. Say the name of the audio device or ask the Getting Started Uconnect™...
Page 361: Single Video Screen
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 • With the ignition switch in the ON or ACC position, turn the radio on by pushing the ON/OFF Volume Press the LOAD button then corresponding number (1–6) Control knob. where the DVD is to be loaded (Non-Touch-Screen). •...
Page 362 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. While looking at the video screen, highlight DISC by Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls either pressing Up/Down/Left/Right buttons or by re- 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. peatedly pressing the MODE button, then press ENTER on the Remote Control.
Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 NOTE: The “1” and “2” soft-keys are displayed for the headphone channels. Touch 1 or 2 based on which channel you want to change, select the new mode from the available list on the right. Modes that are unavailable are greyed-out.
Page 364: Play Video Games
362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Play Video Games • To view a DVD on the radio press the RADIO/MEDIA Connect the video game console to the Auxiliary RCA hard-key, on the radio faceplate, then touch the DISC input jacks located on the back of the center console. tab soft-key and then the VIEW VIDEO soft-key.
Page 365 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 When connecting an external source to the AUX input, be sure to follow the standard color coding for the VES™ jacks: NOTE: Certain high-end video games, such as Play- station3 and XBox360 will exceed the power limit of the vehicle’s Power Inverter.
Page 366 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls 3. Touch the 1 or 2 based on the headphone channel you want to change. To exit press the back arrow soft-key at 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. the top of the screen.
Page 367: Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1 Ensure the Remote Control and Headphone switch is on Channel 2. Using The Remote Control 1. Press the MODE button on the Remote Control and the Mode Select Screen will display, unless a video is playing then only a small banner will appear on the bottom of the screen.
Page 368 366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls 3. To listen to an audio source on Channel 2 while a video is playing on Channel 1, touch the 2 soft-key and 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. choose an audio source.
Page 369: Important Notes For Single Video Screen System
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 Important Notes For Single Video Screen System Play A DVD Using The Touch-Screen Radio • VES™ is able to transmit two channels of stereo audio 1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE or LOAD hard-key on the simultaneously. radio faceplate (Touch-Screen).
Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Remote Control NOTE: • Channel/Screen 1 select mode information is shown 1. Press the MODE button on the Remote Control. on the left side of the screen. 2. While looking at Screen 1, highlight DISC by either •...
Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 NOTE: • To view a DVD on the radio press the RADIO/MEDIA hard-key, on the radio faceplate, then touch the DISC tab soft-key and then the VIEW VIDEO soft-key. • Viewing a DVD on the Touch-Screen radio screen is not available in all states/provinces, and the vehicle must be stopped, and the shift lever must be in the PARK position for vehicles with automatic transmis-...
Page 372: Remote Control
370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Remote Control 2. Channel Selector Indicators – When a button is pressed, the currently affected channel or channel button is illuminated momentarily. 3. Light – Turns the remote control backlighting on or off. The remote backlighting turns off automatically after five seconds.
Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 / Prev – In radio modes, press to select to the disc in a radio with a multiple-disc changer, PROG Up previous station. In disc modes, press to advance to the selects the next disc and PROG Down selects the previ- start of the current or previous audio track or video ous disc.
Page 374: Remote Control Storage
372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL and the disc is stopped, press the SETUP button to access Remote Control Storage the DVD Setup menu. (see the DVD Setup Menu of this The video screen(s) come with a built in storage compart- manual.) ment for the remote control which is accessible when the screen is opened.
Page 375: Locking The Remote Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 vehicle is not equipped with a DVD player, follow the radio’s instructions to turn Video Lock on. The radio and the video screen(s) indicate when Video Lock is active. • Pressing the Video Lock again or turning the ignition OFF turns Video Lock OFF and allows remote control operation of the VES™.
Page 376: Headphones Operation
374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Headphones Operation The headphones receive two separate channels of audio using an infrared transmitter from the video screen. Front seat occupants receive some headphone audio coverage to allow them to adjust the headphone volume for the young rear seat occupants that may not be able to do so for themselves.
Page 377: Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 • When both switches are on Channel 2, the Remote is Controls The headphone power indicator and controls are located controlling Channel 2 and the headphones are tuned on the right ear cup. to the audio of the VES™ Channel 2. NOTE: The rear video system must be turned on before 2.
Page 378: Replacing The Batteries
376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Replacing The Batteries How Long Does The Coverage Last? This warranty lasts Each set of headphones requires two AAA batteries for as long as you own the Product. operation. To replace the batteries: What Does This Warranty Cover? Except as specified •...
Page 379: System Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 NATURE WHATSOEVER. Some states and jurisdictions You may register your Unwired wireless headphones may not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or online at www.unwiredtechnology.com or by phone at consequential damages, so the above limitation may not 1-888-293-3332.
Page 380 378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL selected radio mode. When shared, the radio has priority Information Mode Display over the VES™ or all radio modes (FM, AM). The VES™ has the ability to switch tuner (AM/FM), SEEK, SCAN, TUNE, and recall presets in radio modes as long as it is not in shared mode.
Page 381 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 5. Channel 2 Shared Status Numeric Keypad Menu 6. Channel 2 Audio Only/Mute 7. Channel 1 ENTER Button Action 8. Channel 2 ENTER Button Action 9. Clock 10. Video Lock 11. Not Available / Error 12.
Page 382 380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the display for either Channel 1 or Channel 2 Station List Menu shows DIRECT TUNE, pressing the remote control’s ENTER button activates a numeric keypad menu. This screen makes it easy to enter a specific tuner frequency, satellite channel, or track number.
Page 383 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 Disc Menu Display Settings Disc Menu For CDs Video Screen Display Settings When listening to a CD Audio or CD Data disc, pressing When watching a video source (DVD Video with the disc the remote control’s MENU button displays a list of all in Play mode, Aux Video, SIRIUS Backseat TV™, etc.), commands which control playback of the disc.
Page 384 382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Close the video screen. settings are already set for optimum viewing, so there is no need to change these settings under normal circum- • To change the current audio mode, press the remote stances. control’s MODE button.
Page 385 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 Disc Formats DVD Audio Support The VES™ DVD player is capable of playing the follow- When a DVD-Audio disc is inserted in the VES™ DVD ing types of discs (12 mm or 8 mm diameter): player, the DVD-Audio title on the disc is played by •...
Page 386 384 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Mixed media recordable DVD formats will only play If you record a disc using a personal computer, there may be cases where the VES™ DVD player may not be able to the Video_TS portion of the disc. play some or the entire disc, even if it is recorded in a If you are still having trouble writing a disc that is compatible format and is playable on other players.
Page 387 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 end with the extension .mp3 or .MP3 and WMA between 64 and 192Kbps. Variable bit rates are also files must always end with the extension .wma or supported. For both formats, the recommended .WMA . To prevent incorrect playback, do not use sample rate is either 44.1kHz or 48kHz.
Page 388 386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If a disc has a damaged track which results in audible or Display visible errors that persists for 2.0 seconds, the DVD Other Language Setup player will attempt to continue playing the disc by skipping forward 1.0 to 3.0 seconds at a time. If the end of the disc is reached, the DVD player will return to the beginning of the disc and attempt to play the start of the first track.
Page 389 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 • When the entire four-digit code is entered, press the All of the Language settings have a special Other setting to accommodate languages other than Japanese or Eng- remote control’s ENTER button. If the language code lish.
Page 390 388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rating and Password Setup The default rating is Level 8 (play all discs without a password) and the default password is 0000. The Rating and Password settings work together to control the types of DVDs that your family watches. Most DVD- Video discs have a rating (from 1 to 8) assigned to them where lower numbers are designated for all audiences and higher numbers are designated for more adult audiences.
Page 391 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 • After the four-digit password is entered, press the To set the password, activate the DVD Setup Menu and follow these additional instructions: remote control’s ENTER button to accept the change. • Using the remote control Left and Right cursor but- tons, select the Rating tab.
Page 392 390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Using the remote control’s Up and Down cursor To set the rating, activate the DVD Setup Menu and follow these additional instructions: buttons, select the new rating level, and then press the remote control’s ENTER button to accept the change. •...
Page 393: Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 General Information proprietary amplifier and speaker technologies deliver- ing substantial increases in component and system effi- This system complies with Part 15 of the FCC Operation ciency levels. is subject to the following two conditions: The 12 Channel Class D GreenEdge high efficiency 1.
Page 394: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AUX input; and is activated through the Electronic STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Driver- The remote sound system controls are located on the rear Selectable Surround Sound (DSS)” under “Electronic surface of the steering wheel.
Page 395: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a The button located in the center of the left-hand control pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- mode of the sound system.
Page 396: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
394 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 397: Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 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 398 396 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 399 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 11. Blower Control 15. Driver Temperature Control Down 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 400 398 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 401 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 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 402 400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Defrost Mode Air Conditioning (A/C) Air comes from the windshield and side window The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator demist outlets. Use Defrost mode with maximum to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning temperature settings for best windshield and side win- system.
Page 403: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 401 Recirculation Control Operating Tips When outside air contains smoke, odors, or Window Fogging high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, Windows will fog on the inside when the humidity inside you may wish to recirculate interior air by the vehicle is high.
Page 404 402 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a Winter Operation non-filming cleaning solution (vinegar and water works When operating the system during the winter months, very well) will help prevent contaminates (cigarette make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the smoke, perfumes, etc.) from sticking to the windows.
Page 405: Operating Tips Chart
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 403 Operating Tips Chart...
Page 407: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....409 Automatic Transmission ....415 ▫...
Page 408 406 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Active Damping System ....428 ▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC Off Indicator Light ... . 442 Driving Through Water .
Page 409 STARTING AND OPERATING 407 ▫ Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped ..457 ▫ Reformulated Gasoline ....471 ▫...
Page 410 408 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ... . . 485 Trailer Towing ......481 ▫...
Page 411: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 409 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat ON/RUN mode.
Page 412: Keyless Enter-N-Go
410 STARTING AND OPERATING automatically when the engine is running. If the engine CAUTION! (Continued) fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically in • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the 10 seconds. If this occurs, turn the ignition switch to the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the is at idle speed.
Page 413: Normal Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 411 2. Insert the ENGINE START/STOP button into the Normal Starting ignition switch with the lettering facing up and readable. Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button 3. Press firmly on the center of the button to secure it into NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm position.
Page 414 412 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position. Keyless Enter-N-Go Functions – With Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or NEUTRAL 3. If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/ Position) STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle The Keyless Enter-N-Go feature operates similar to an...
Page 415: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or 29°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 413 Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or 29°C) WARNING! (Continued) To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- it started.
Page 416: After Starting
414 STARTING AND OPERATING Clearing A Flooded Engine Then, turn the ignition switch to the START position and (Using ENGINE START/STOP Button) release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor If the engine fails to start after you have followed the will disengage automatically in 10 seconds.
Page 417: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 415 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK CAUTION! or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than Damage to the automatic transmission may occur if idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing on the following precautions are not observed: the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate •...
Page 418: Key Ignition Park Interlock
416 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 419: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
STARTING AND OPERATING 417 ignition when the ignition is in the LOCK/OFF position, The electronically-controlled transmission provides a and once removed the shift lever is locked in PARK. precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System vehicle may be somewhat abrupt.
Page 420: Gear Ranges
418 STARTING AND OPERATING Manual shifts can be made using the AutoStick shift When parking on a level surface, you may place the shift control (refer to “AutoStick ” in this section). Pressing lever in the PARK position first, and then apply the the shift paddles (-/+) while in the DRIVE position, or parking brake.
Page 421 STARTING AND OPERATING 419 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, move the shift lever rearward (with the brake you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is pedal released), after you have placed it in PARK.
Page 422 420 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a position to the ON/RUN position, and also press number of reasons.
Page 423 STARTING AND OPERATING 421 • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever CAUTION! will not move out of PARK. Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other REVERSE reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can result This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into in severe transmission damage.
Page 424 422 STARTING AND OPERATING When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi- Mode is activated. In this mode, the transmission remains tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or in the current gear until the vehicle is brought to a stop.
Page 425: Autostick
STARTING AND OPERATING 423 • vehicle speed is sufficiently high, and 5. Restart the engine. • the driver is not heavily pressing the accelerator. 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no longer detected, the transmission will return to normal When to Use TOW Mode operation.
Page 426: Operation
424 STARTING AND OPERATING This system can also provide you with more control during the shift paddles), unless an engine lugging or overspeed passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain condition would result. It will remain in the selected gear driving, trailer towing, and many other situations.
Page 427 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 • The transmission will automatically downshift to first To disengage AutoStick mode, hold the shift lever to the gear when coming to a stop. After a stop, the driver right or press and hold the (+) shift paddle until “D” is should manually upshift (+) the transmission as the once again displayed in the instrument cluster.
Page 428: Selec-Track
426 STARTING AND OPERATING SELEC-TRACK™ Selec-Track™ consists of the following positions: • Sport – Dry weather, on-road calibration. Performance Description Selec-Track™ combines the capabilities of the vehicle based tuning that provides a rear wheel drive feel but control systems, along with driver input, to provide the with improved handling and acceleration over a two- best performance for all terrains.
Page 429 STARTING AND OPERATING 427 • Auto – Fully automatic full time four-wheel drive The customer has the option of going to FULL OFF with operation can be used on and off road. Balances no interaction from the ESC System. The active suspen- traction with seamless steering feel to provide im- sion system will be in Full Firm mode.
Page 430: Driving Through Water
428 STARTING AND OPERATING Active Damping System DRIVING THROUGH WATER This vehicle is equipped with an electronic controlled Driving through water more than a few inches/ damping system. This system reduces body roll and pitch centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure in many driving situations including cornering, accelera- safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.
Page 431: Flowing/Rising Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 429 Flowing/Rising Water CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water WARNING! before driving through it. Never drive through Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path where standing water that is deeper than the bottom of water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 432 430 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 433: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 431 POWER STEERING system. This noise should be considered normal, and it The standard power steering system will give you good does not in any way damage the steering system. vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability WARNING! in tight spaces.
Page 434: Parking Brake
432 STARTING AND OPERATING PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied and place the shift lever in the PARK position. The foot operated parking brake is located below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the park brake, firmly push the park brake pedal fully.
Page 435 STARTING AND OPERATING 433 NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound the parking brake.
Page 436 434 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a or injury.
Page 437: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 435 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake control system that includes the Anti-Lock Brake The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Brake from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the Assist System (BAS), Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM), traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
Page 438: Brake Assist System (Bas)
436 STARTING AND OPERATING Differential (BLD), functions similar to a limited-slip benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brak- differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven ing pressure during the stopping sequence (do not axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than “pump”...
Page 439: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
STARTING AND OPERATING 437 Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) WARNING! This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines that the rate tions and driving conditions, influence the chance of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicle speed that wheel lift or rollover may occur.
Page 440 438 STARTING AND OPERATING counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. En- Light” also flashes when the TCS is active. If the “ESC gine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash maintain the desired path. during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible.
Page 441 STARTING AND OPERATING 439 This is the normal operating mode for ESC. Whenever the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in this “On” mode. This mode should be used for most driving situations. ESC should only be turned to “Partial Off” mode for specific reasons as noted below.
Page 442 440 STARTING AND OPERATING Off” mode is overcome, turn ESC back on by momen- “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Un- tarily pressing the “ESC OFF” switch. This may be done derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa- while the vehicle is in motion. tion.
Page 443: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 441 across an axle quite similarly to a limited slip differential. Trailer Sway Control (TSC) If one wheel on an axle is spinning faster than the other, TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an exces- the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel sively swaying trailer and will take the appropriate and allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel...
Page 444: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
442 STARTING AND OPERATING light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the WARNING! vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- If TSC activates while driving, slow the vehicle rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem down, stop at the nearest safe location, and adjust the diagnosed and corrected.
Page 445: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 443 NOTE: TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION • The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” Tire Markings and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momen- tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESC system will be ON even if it was turned off previously.
Page 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” ing the size designation.
Page 447 STARTING AND OPERATING 445 Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 448 446 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 449: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 447 Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 450: Tire Terminology And Definitions
448 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the Cold Tire Inflation Pressure vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 451: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 449 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door.
Page 452 450 STARTING AND OPERATING Loading To determine the maximum loading conditions of your The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you XXX kg”...
Page 453 STARTING AND OPERATING 451 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of of your vehicle with varying seating configurations...
Page 454 452 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 455: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 453 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 456: Tire Inflation Pressures
454 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 457 STARTING AND OPERATING 455 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 458: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
456 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial-Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 459: Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 457 Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And CAUTION! Wheel – If Equipped Your vehicle may be equivalent with a spare tire and Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take wheel in look and function as the original equipment tire your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a and wheel found on the front or rear axle of your vehicle.
Page 460: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
458 STARTING AND OPERATING Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip- Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the on your vehicle at the first opportunity.
Page 461: Limited-Use Spare - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 459 front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare tire affects vehicle handling. Since it is not the same as tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use full size original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the spare tire needs to be replaced.
Page 462: Tire Spinning
460 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Spinning When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h). WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure.
Page 463: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 461 Life Of Tire Replacement Tires The service life of a tire is dependent upon various The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many factors including but not limited to: characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure.
Page 464 462 STARTING AND OPERATING It is recommended you contact your original equipment WARNING! (Continued) or an authorized tire dealer with any questions you may • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or have on tire specifications or capability. Failure to use capacity than what was originally equipped on equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the your vehicle.
Page 465: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 463 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 466: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
464 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 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 For example, your vehicle has a recommended cold CAUTION! (parked for more than three hours) tire pressure of 33 psi • The TPMS has been optimized for the original (227 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 28 psi (193 kPa), a tempera- equipment tires and wheels.
Page 468: Premium System
466 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 469 STARTING AND OPERATING 467 • Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System Messages, NOTE: Your system can be set to display pressure units which display in the Electronic Vehicle Information in PSI, kPa, or BAR. Center (EVIC), and a graphic displaying tire pressures •...
Page 470 468 STARTING AND OPERATING The system will automatically update, the graphic dis- NOTE: Your system can be set to display pressure units play of the pressure value(s) will stop “flashing,” and the in PSI, kPa, or BAR. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will extinguish once the updated tire pressure(s) have been received.
Page 471 STARTING AND OPERATING 469 If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, The EVIC will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault message for a minimum of five seconds when a system no longer exists, the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale fault is detected possibly related to the trigger compo- Light will no longer flash, the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM...
Page 472: General Information
470 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h), the be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and in order for the TPMS to receive this information. off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
Page 473: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 471 FUEL REQUIREMENTS Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- 6.4L Engine wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties The 6.4L engine is designed to meet all necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, emissions regulations and provide excel- and durability for your vehicle.
Page 474: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
472 STARTING AND OPERATING Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol ates are required in some areas of the country during the content may void the vehicle’s warranty.
Page 475: Mmt In Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 473 To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline E-85 perform the following: without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, •...
Page 476: Fuel System Cautions
474 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being CAUTION! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s Most of these products contain high concentra- performance: tions of methanol.
Page 477: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 475 Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper WARNING! maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mal conditions repaired promptly.
Page 478 476 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located under 2. Open the fuel filler door, and remove the fuel filler the headlamp switch). cap. Fuel Filler Door Release Switch Fuel Filler Cap...
Page 479 STARTING AND OPERATING 477 CAUTION! WARNING! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near system could result from using an improper fuel the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the cap (gas cap).
Page 480: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
478 STARTING AND OPERATING • Tighten the gas cap about one-quarter turn until you hear one click. This is an indication that the cap is properly tightened. • If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL will come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time the vehicle is refueled.
Page 481: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 479 in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) information. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle the SELECT button to turn off the message. If the including driver, passengers, vehicle, options, trailer problem continues, the message will appear the next time tongue weight, and cargo.
Page 482 480 STARTING AND OPERATING springs, tires, or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo components, sometimes specified by purchasers for in- loaded into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight creased durability, does not necessarily increase the ve- values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a hicle’s GVWR.
Page 483: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 481 until the specified weight limitations are met. Store the TRAILER TOWING heavier items down low and be sure that the weight is In this section you will find safety tips and information distributed equally. Stow all loose items securely before on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do driving.
Page 484: Common Towing Definitions
482 STARTING AND OPERATING Common Towing Definitions Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The following trailer towing related definitions will assist The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle you in understanding the following information: and trailer when weighed in combination. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) NOTE: The GCWR rating includes a 150 lbs (68 kg) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
Page 485 STARTING AND OPERATING 483 Tongue Weight (TW) Weight-Distributing Hitch The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases it should not be less age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used than 10% or more than 15% of the trailer load.
Page 486: Trailer Hitch Classification
484 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions WARNING! Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry • An improperly adjusted weight-distributing hitch Standards system may reduce handling, stability, braking Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) performance, and could result in an accident. Class II - Medium 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) •...
Page 487: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 485 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/ GCWR (Gross Combined Frontal Area Max. GTW Max. Trailer Tongue Transmission Wt. Rating) (Gross Trailer Wt.) Wt.
Page 488 486 STARTING AND OPERATING • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your trailer hitch. put in or on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers. NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle.
Page 489: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 487 Towing Requirements WARNING! To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- train components the following guidelines are recom- Improper towing can lead to an injury accident. mended: Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: CAUTION! •...
Page 490 488 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your 3. GAWR vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the (This requirement may limit the ability to always chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a...
Page 491 STARTING AND OPERATING 489 − Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage − An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General required when towing a trailer with electronically Information” in “Starting and Operating” for proper actuated brakes.
Page 492: Towing Tips
490 STARTING AND OPERATING Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping WARNING! and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s traffic. hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake Automatic Transmission system and cause it to fail.
Page 493: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 491 Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) − Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. Recreational towing is not allowed. − When using the speed control, if you experience speed drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until CAUTION! you can get back to cruising speed.
Page 495: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Road Tire Installation ....505 Hazard Warning Flashers ....494 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 496: Hazard Warning Flashers
494 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 action. •...
Page 497: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 495 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 498: Run Flat Tires
496 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for • Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) if the “Tire changing tires only. The jack should not be used to Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 499: Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 497 Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery surfaces. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Page 500: Jacking Instructions
498 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Block both the front and rear of the Jacking Instructions wheel diagonally opposite of the jack- WARNING! ing position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to wheel.
Page 501 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 499 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on jack. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
Page 502 500 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Assemble the jack and jacking tools. Jacking Locations Jack and Tool Assembly CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise vehicle by jacking on loca- tions other than those indicated in the Jacking In- structions for this vehicle.
Page 503 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 501 4. For the front axle, place the jack on the body flange just behind the front tire as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged. Front Jacking Location Lift Point Symbol On Sill Molding...
Page 504 502 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. For a rear tire, place the jack in the slot on the rear tie-down bracket, just forward of the rear tire (as indi- cated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding).
Page 505 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 503 WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 7. Remove the lug nuts and wheel. 8.
Page 506 504 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw counter- clockwise, and remove the jack and wheel blocks. 10. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage.
Page 507: Road Tire Installation
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 505 3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack WARNING! handle counterclockwise. A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or 4. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- wrench while at the end of the handle for increased hicle.
Page 508: Preparations For Jump-Start
506 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack Preparations For Jump-Start follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and The battery in your vehicle is located under the passen- precautions. ger’s front seat. There are remote locations located under the hood to assist in jump-starting.
Page 509: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 507 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive WARNING! (+) battery post. Pull upward on the cover to remove it. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- 4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park ever the hood is raised.
Page 510 508 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark or the discharged vehicle.
Page 511: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 509 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper CAUTION! cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, from the remote positive (+) post of the discharged even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 512 510 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to may lead to transmission overheating and failure. transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en- It can also damage the tires.
Page 513: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 511 EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, there will be one in the rear and two mounted on the front of the Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle.
Page 514: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
512 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, carefully remove 7. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position. the shift lever override access cover, located on the 8. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. bottom of the cupholder.
Page 515: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... 523 Engine Compartment — 6.4L ... . . 515 ▫...
Page 516 514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Brake System ..... . . 539 ▫ Halogen Headlamps – If Equipped ..558 ▫...
Page 517: Engine Compartment - 6.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 515 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L 1 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator) 4 —...
Page 518: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
516 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM – OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.
Page 519: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 517 the SELECT button to turn off the message. If the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II problem continues, the message will appear the next time system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the vehicle is started.
Page 520: Replacement Parts
518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced a.
Page 521: Dealer Service
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 519 DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
Page 522: Engine Oil
520 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 523 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 521 The manufacturer recommends the use of a full synthetic CAUTION! (Continued) SAE 0W-40 engine oil or equivalent. • Operating the engine with the oil levels below the safe zone, or operating with oil levels that exceed CAUTION! the top of the safe zone may cause engine damage.
Page 524 522 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Synthetic Engine Oils CAUTION! You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes chemicals can damage your engine.
Page 525: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 523 Engine Oil Filter WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change. The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air Engine Oil Filter Selection cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or The manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil...
Page 526: Maintenance-Free Battery
524 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. • When temperatures are below the freezing point, You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- tenance required. electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery CAUTION! could rupture or explode and cause personal in-...
Page 527: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 525 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is at the start of each warm season.
Page 528 526 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning tioning system.
Page 529 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 527 The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove box. Perform the following procedure to re- place the filter: 1. Open the glove compartment and remove all contents. 2. Push in on the sides of the glove compartment and lower the door.
Page 530: Body Lubrication
528 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE hood latching components to ensure proper function. CAUTION! When performing other underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to cleaned and lubricated. indicate airflow direction through the filter.
Page 531 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529 Avoid using the wiper blades to remove 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 532: Adding Washer Fluid
530 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 533: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 531 When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance.
Page 534 532 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effective- vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In ness of the catalyst as an emissions control device the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv- and may seriously reduce engine performance and...
Page 535 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 533 To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in materials that can burn.
Page 536: Cooling System
534 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front of WARNING! the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden •...
Page 537 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 535 Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill CAUTION! If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may reliable cooling system cleaner.
Page 538 536 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine (antifreeze) and distilled water. Use higher concentra- coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance tions (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below 34°F intervals.
Page 539 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 537 Cooling System Pressure Cap WARNING! The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant (antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre- recovery bottle.
Page 540: Maintaining Your Vehicle
538 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing en- Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant (antifreeze) is gine coolant (antifreeze). Advise your service attendant a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is with your local authorities to determine the disposal satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once rules for your community.
Page 541: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 539 • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven.
Page 542 540 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE disc brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake WARNING! (Continued) pads wear. Brake fluid level should be checked when • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or pads are replaced. If the brake fluid level is abnormally moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that low, check system for leaks.
Page 543: Front/Rear Axle Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 541 The front axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to WARNING! (Continued) 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m). • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could CAUTION! be damaged, causing partial or complete brake Do not over tighten the plugs as it could damage...
Page 544: Transfer Case
542 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Fluid CAUTION! Add fluid at the filler hole, until it runs out of the hole, when the vehicle is in a level position. Do not over tighten the plugs as it could damage then and cause them to leak. Drain First remove fill plug, then remove drain plug.
Page 545: Automatic Transmission
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 543 Automatic Transmission CAUTION! Selection Of Lubricant Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter mance.
Page 546: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
544 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- require adjustment under normal operating condi- nents. Such damage is not covered by the New tions.
Page 547 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 545 The following maintenance recommendations will enable Washing you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- resistance built into your vehicle. hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or a mild What Causes Corrosion? car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of...
Page 548 546 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 549 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 547 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Equipped • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly ner: with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 550 548 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Care taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, upholstery and carpeting. solvents, detergents, or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather upholstery.
Page 551 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 549 When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the Seat Belt Maintenance towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical directly on the mirror. solvents or abrasive cleaners.
Page 552: Fuses
550 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Totally Integrated Power Module The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A description of each fuse and compo- nent may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
Page 553 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 551 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Trailer Tow 30 Amp Headlamp Wash Pink Pink Relay Contact 25 Amp Driver Door Node 30 Amp Drive Train Control Natural Pink Module 25 Amp Passenger Door Node...
Page 554 552 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Powertrain Control 20 Amp Electronic Limit Slip Blue Module/Powertrain Yellow Differential/Air Control Module Suspension Transmission Range 20 Amp Liftgate/Headrest 60 Amp Radiator Fan Motor Yellow Yellow HI/Radiator Fan...
Page 555 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 553 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp Video/Universal 20 Amp Power Seat Blue Garage Door Opener Yellow Module(s)/Adaptive Cruise Control/Audio 10 Amp Heating, Ventilation & Telematics/Daytime Air Conditioning Running Lights (Climate Control Relay/Air Suspension System)
Page 556 554 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Automatic 15 Amp Powertrain Yellow Shutdown 3 Blue Controller/ Transmission 10 Amp Horns (Low/High) – Controller Right 10 Amp Tire Pressure Monitor 10 Amp Horns (Low/High) –...
Page 557 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 555 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse • When installing the totally integrated power mod- 10 Amp Park Assist Module/ ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is Climate Control properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to System Module/Infra Red Sensor/Compass do so may allow water to get into the totally...
Page 558: Vehicle Storage
556 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your Interior Lights Bulb Type battery. You may: Glove Box Lamp ......194 Grab Handle Lamp .
Page 559: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 557 BULB REPLACEMENT Exterior Lights Bulb Type Headlamps (Low Beam) ....H11 High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) – If Headlamps (High Beam) .
Page 560: Halogen Headlamps - If Equipped
558 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 561 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 559 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 562: Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamps
560 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamps 4. Twist socket counter clockwise and remove from lamp. 1. Raise the liftgate. 5. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. 2. Remove the two push-pins from the tail lamp housing. 6.
Page 563: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 561 8. Continue removing the trim. 12. Reinstall the socket(s) 9. Disconnect the two trim panel lights. 13. Reverse process to reinstall the liftgate trim. Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) The center high-mounted stop lamp is an LED assembly. See your authorized dealer for replacement.
Page 564: Rear License Lamp
562 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear License Lamp 3. Replace bulb. 1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the 4. Reinstall lens. snap tab to remove the license lamp lens. 2. Pull bulb from socket. FLUID CAPACITIES U.S.
Page 565: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 563 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) categories of SM or SM/CF.
Page 566: Chassis
564 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 MOPAR NV146 Transfer Case Fluid or equivalent. Usage of other fluid/lubricants is NOT recommended. Axle Differential (Front-Rear) MOPAR Synthetic Gear &...
Page 567 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedules ....566 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..567...
Page 568 566 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km). manual must be done at the times or mileages specified NOTE: to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best •...
Page 569 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 567 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in master cylinder, and power steering and add as “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- needed.
Page 570 568 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
Page 571: Service Schedule
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 569 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
Page 572 570 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
Page 573 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 571 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
Page 574 572 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 575 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 573 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
Page 576 574 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
Page 577 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 575 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
Page 578 576 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
Page 579 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 577 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service 114 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 580 578 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service 126 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
Page 581 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 579 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service 138 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the ❏...
Page 582 580 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or 150 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Drain the transfer case and refill. ❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 583 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 581 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
Page 585: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle......585 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 586 584 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 591 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......591 ▫...
Page 587: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 585 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 588: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
586 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: (877) 426–5337 •...
Page 589: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 587 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 590: Warranty Information
588 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 591: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 589 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
Page 592 590 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 593 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 591 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 594 592 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 595 INDEX...
Page 596 594 INDEX Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . 196 Antenna, Satellite Radio ....348 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ..536 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .
Page 597 INDEX 595 Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ..254 Bulb Replacement ..... 556,557 Auxiliary Power Outlet ....254 Bulbs, Light .
Page 598 596 INDEX Center High Mounted Stop Light ... . 561 Compass Calibration ..... 318 Certification Label .
Page 599 INDEX 597 Radiator Cap ..... . . 537 Driving Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..535,562 Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Cruise Control (Speed Control) .
Page 600 598 INDEX Emergency, In Case of Jump Starting ..... . . 505 Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ... . . 509 Oil .
Page 601 INDEX 599 Filters Fog Light Service ......558 Air Cleaner ......523 Fog Lights .
Page 602 600 INDEX Requirements ....471,562 Gear Ranges ......418 Saver Mode .
Page 603 INDEX 601 Hill Descent Control Indicator ....283 Interior Appearance Care ....548 Hitches Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .
Page 604 602 INDEX Lap/Shoulder Belts ..... . . 51 Cargo ......266 LATCH Center Mounted Stop .
Page 605 INDEX 603 Rear Tail ......560 Power Door ......33 Seat Belt Reminder .
Page 606 604 INDEX Electric Remote ..... . 107 Odometer ......283 Exterior Folding .
Page 607 INDEX 605 Overdrive ......423 Power Overdrive OFF Switch ....423 Door Locks .
Page 608 606 INDEX Radial Ply Tires ......456 Remote Control Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ..537 Starting System .
Page 609 INDEX 607 Safety Information, Tire ....443 Seats ....... . . 152 Safety Tips .
Page 610 608 INDEX Service Engine Soon Light Starting ......27,409 (Malfunction Indicator) ....281 Automatic Transmission .
Page 611: General Information
INDEX 609 Sun Visor Extension ..... . 109 Tires ......98,453,591 Sunglasses Storage .
Page 612: Doors
610 INDEX Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ....485 Trailer Towing Guide ..... 485 Tow Hooks, Emergency .
Page 613 INDEX 611 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 351 Washers, Windshield ....185,530 Universal Transmitter ..... 238 Washing Vehicle .
Page 614: 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 only frequency signals.
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