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  • Page 2 If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling 1-800-423-6343 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ....76 Welcome From Chrysler Group LLC ..2 Programmable Features ..77 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Universal Garage Door Opener Driver Cockpit .

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions.
  • Page 5 If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer. CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM TRUCK, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC. COPYRIGHT ©2012 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC...

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...

  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light** - Oil Pressure Warning Light - Engine Temperature Warning Light - Transmission Temperature Warning Light - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light** - Air Bag Warning Light** - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ON Indicator* - High Beam Indicator - Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) SET Indicator* - Front Fog Light Indicator* - Park/Headlight ON Indicator* - Vehicle Security Indicator* - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator* - TOW/HAUL Indicator*...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors/Liftgate • Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and liftgate.
  • Page 11 GETTING STARTED • In case the Key Fob battery is dead, use the emergency key to open the door. If the vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, remove the ENGINE START/STOP button by inserting the metal part of the emergency key under the chrome bezel at the 6 o’clock position and gently pry the button loose.

  • Page 12: Remote Start

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause them to be severely injured or killed. • Keep Key Fob transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death.

  • Page 13: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    GETTING STARTED KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ • The Keyless Enter-N-Go™ system is an enhancement to the vehicle's Key Fob. This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle's door(s) and liftgate without having to press the Key Fob lock or unlock buttons, as well as starting and stopping the vehicle with the press of a button.
  • Page 14 GETTING STARTED • If a Key Fob is detected in the vehicle when locking the vehicle using the power door lock switch, the doors and liftgate will unlock and the horn will chirp three times. On the third attempt, your Key Fob can be locked inside the vehicle. •...
  • Page 15 GETTING STARTED • Insert the metal part of the emergency key under the chrome bezel at the 6 o’clock position and gently pry the button loose. NOTE: • The ENGINE START/STOP button should only be removed or inserted with the ignition in the LOCK position (OFF position for Keyless Enter-N-Go™).

  • Page 16: Theft Alarm

    GETTING STARTED NOTE: • If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or Press Press ON/RUN (engine not running) position and the transmission is in PARK, the system will automatically time out after Press 30 minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the OFF position.

  • Page 17: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    GETTING STARTED • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together. •...

  • Page 18: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the air bags won't deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags.
  • Page 19 GETTING STARTED • Loosen the child seat adjusters on the lower straps and tether straps so that you can attach the hook or connector to the lower tether anchorages more easily. • Attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage bars. The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars, located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback.
  • Page 20 GETTING STARTED Installing The Child Restraint Using The Vehicle Seat Belts • To install a child restraint, first pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to route it through the belt path of the child restraint and slide the seat belt latch plate into the buckle.

  • Page 21: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED FRONT SEATS Power Seats • The power recline switch, located on the outboard side of the seat, controls seatback adjustment. • The power seat switch controls forward/back, up/down and tilt adjustment. Power Lumbar • Push the switch forward to increase the lumbar support.
  • Page 22 GETTING STARTED • Place the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position, select Remote Linked to Memory in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) and enter Yes. • Press 1 or 2 to recall the saved positions, or press UNLOCK on the programmed Key Fob.
  • Page 23 GETTING STARTED Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat • The front passenger seat can be folded flat to allow for extended cargo space. Pull up on the recliner lever and fold the seatback forward and down to a flat position. 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.

  • Page 24: Rear Seats

    GETTING STARTED REAR SEATS 60/40 Split Rear Seat Fold and Tumble • The left or right side of the second row seatback can folded flat to carry cargo. The left and right side of the second row seat can also be tumbled forward to allow access to the third row seat.

  • Page 25: Power Folding Third Row Head Restraints

    GETTING STARTED NOTE: Also, pulling upward on this handle allows the outboard seating positions to be reclined. • Tumble the seat forward using the red pull strap located behind the seatback. NOTE: If sitting in the third row seat, pull rearward on the tumble pull strap located at the rear of the seat and tumble the seat forward.

  • Page 26: Heated/Ventilated Seats

    GETTING STARTED HEATED/VENTILATED SEATS Front Heated Seats • The controls for front heated seats are located in the climate controls near the center of the instrument panel. • Press the switch once to select High-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select Low-level heating.

  • Page 27: Heated Steering Wheel

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.

  • Page 28: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN Manual - Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column • The tilt/telescoping control handle is located below the steering wheel at the end of the steering column. • Push the handle down to unlock the steering column. • To tilt the steering column, move the steering wheel upward or downward as desired.

  • Page 29: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS • A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. • Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.

  • Page 30: Turn Signal/Wiper/Washer/High Beam Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Dimmer • Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened. • Rotate the dimmer control up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel when the parking lights or headlights are on.

  • Page 31: Auto Dimming Mirrors

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Rain Sensing Wipers • This feature senses moisture on the vehicle's windshield and automatically activates the wipers for the driver when the switch is in the intermittent position. Rotate the end of the lever to one of four settings to activate this feature and adjust sensitivity.

  • Page 32: Speed Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL • The speed control switches are located on the steering wheel. NOTE: The MODE button and DISTANCE SETTING button are only available on vehicles equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). Cruise ON/OFF • Push the ON/OFF button to activate the Speed Control.
  • Page 33 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Accel/Decel (ACC Only) • Once a speed is set, pushing the RES + button once or the SET – button once will increase or decrease the set speed approximately 1 mph (1 km/h). • Push and hold the RES + button to accelerate in 5mph (10 km/h) increments or push and hold the SET –...
  • Page 34 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE • The default status of FCW is the “Far” setting. • The far setting provides warnings for potential collisions more distant in front of the vehicle, allowing the driver to have the most reaction time to avoid a collision. •...
  • Page 35 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) The ACC system: • Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming vehicles, and stationary objects (i.e., a stopped vehicle in a traffic jam or a disabled vehicle). • Cannot take street, traffic, and weather conditions into account, and may be limited upon adverse sight distance conditions.

  • Page 36: Electronic Range Selection (Ers)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC RANGE SELECTION (ERS) • Electronic Range Select (ERS) allows you to limit the highest available transmission gear, and can be activated during any driving condition. When towing a trailer, using ERS shift control will help you maximize both performance and engine braking.

  • Page 37: Automatic Temperature Controls (Atc)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Operation • Press the AUTO button. • Select the desired temperature by pressing the Temperature Control buttons. • The system will maintain the set temperature automatically. Air Conditioning • If the air conditioning button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light may flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically.
  • Page 38 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Temperature Controls • The rear controls for the ATC System are located in the headliner, near the center of the vehicle. • The rear temperature controls can be turned on two ways: • Press the REAR control button on the front temperature controls and adjust to the desired rear temperature.

  • Page 39: Parksense ® Rear Park Assist

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST ® • The four ParkSense ® sensors, located in the rear fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors’ field of view. • When an object is detected within two meters behind the rear bumper while the vehicle is in REVERSE, a warning will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) and a chime will sound (when Sound and Display is selected from the Customer Programmable Features section of the EVIC).

  • Page 40: Blind Spot Monitoring

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE BLIND SPOT MONITORING • 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 41: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protection Feature • This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and release to Express Close.

  • Page 42: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM...
  • Page 43 ELECTRONICS...

  • Page 44: Media Center 130 (Sales Code Res)

    ELECTRONICS Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) NOTE: • Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers. Some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving. Clock Setting •...
  • Page 45 ELECTRONICS Store Radio Presets • Press the “SET/RND” button once and SET 1 will show in the display. Then select button (1–6). • A second station may be added to each push button. Press the “SET/RND” button twice and SET 2 will show in the display. Then select button (1–6). CD/DISC Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons •...

  • Page 46: Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio (Sales Code Res + Rsc)

    ELECTRONICS Media Center 130 with Satellite Radio (Sales Code RES + RSC) NOTE: • Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect™ Voice Command and Uconnect™ Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”...
  • Page 47 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press to seek through radio stations in AM, FM, or SAT bands. • Hold either button to bypass stations without stopping. Store Radio Presets • Press the “SET/RND” button once and SET 1 will show in the display. Then select button (1–6).

  • Page 48: Media Center 430/430N (Sales Code Rbz/Rhb)

    ELECTRONICS • To select a folder from the list, press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob and the radio will begin playing the files contained in that folder. Audio Jack Operation • The Audio Jack allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or a cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
  • Page 49 ELECTRONICS Clock Setting • Turn the radio on, then touch the screen where the time is displayed. • Touch the “USER CLOCK” soft-key (Navigation radio only). • To adjust the hours, touch either the “HOUR FORWARD” or “HOUR BACKWARD” soft-key. •...
  • Page 50 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation • To access Radio Mode, touch the “RADIO” hard-key on the left side of the faceplate, then touch the “AM,” “FM” or “SAT” soft-key at the top of the screen to select the band. Seek Up/Seek Down •...
  • Page 51 ELECTRONICS CD/DVD Disc Operation • Press the “MEDIA” hard key to display the media source tabs at the top of the screen. Select the source by touching the “HDD,” “DISC,” or “AUX” media source soft-key tab. NOTE: Your Touch-Screen Radio will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when something is first connected or inserted into the system.
  • Page 52 ELECTRONICS • The functions of the portable device are controlled using the device buttons. The volume may be controlled using the radio or portable device. Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Operation • The Hard Disk Drive (HDD) mode gives you access to the audio files on the internal hard disk drive.
  • Page 53 ELECTRONICS • Select the folders or titles you would like to copy, then touch the “DONE” soft-key to start the copy process. NOTE: The copy progress is shown in the lower left corner of the screen. Copying Pictures To The HDD •...
  • Page 54 ELECTRONICS Cleaning Your Touch-Screen Radio • Do not spray any liquid or caustic chemicals directly on the screen. Use a clean and dry micro fiber lens cleaning cloth in order to clean the touch-screen. • If necessary, use a lint-free cloth dampened with a cleaning solution such as isopropyl alcohol or an isopropyl alcohol and water solution ratio of 50:50.
  • Page 55 ELECTRONICS Finding A Place By Spelling The Name • From the Main Navigation Menu, touch “Where to?,” then touch “Points of Interest” and then touch “Spell Name.” • Enter the name of your destination. • Touch “Done.” • Select your destination and touch “Go.” Entering A Destination Address •...
  • Page 56 ELECTRONICS Following Your Route • Your route is marked with a magenta line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your route is recalculated. A speed limit icon could appear as you travel on major roadways. Adding A Via Point •...

  • Page 57: Media Center 730N (Sales Code Rhr)

    ELECTRONICS Acquiring Satellites • The GPS Satellite strength bars indicate the strength of your satellite reception. • Acquiring satellite signals can take a few minutes. When at least one of the bars is green, your device has acquired satellite signals. •...
  • Page 58 ELECTRONICS Clock Setting • Turn the radio on, then touch the screen where the time is displayed. • Touch the “USER CLOCK” soft-key. • To adjust the hours, touch either the “HOUR FORWARD” or “HOUR BACKWARD” soft-key. • To adjust the minutes, touch either the “MINUTE FORWARD” or “MINUTE BACKWARD”...
  • Page 59 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation • To access Radio Mode, touch the “RADIO/MEDIA” hard-key on the left side of the faceplate repeatedly until AM/FM/SAT appears at the top of the screen, then touch the “AM,” “FM” or “SAT” soft-key to select the band. Seek Up/Seek Down •...
  • Page 60 ELECTRONICS CD/DVD Disc Operation • Press the “RADIO/MEDIA” hard key until the media source tabs are displayed at the top of the screen. Select the source by touching the “HDD,” “DISC,” or “AUX” media source soft-key tab. NOTE: Your Touch-Screen Radio will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when something is first connected or inserted into the system.
  • Page 61 ELECTRONICS • The functions of the portable device are controlled using the device buttons. The volume may be controlled using the radio or portable device. Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Operation • The Hard Disk Drive (HDD) mode gives you access to the audio files on the internal hard disk drive.
  • Page 62 ELECTRONICS • Touch the “MY MUSIC” soft-key, then touch the “Add Music Files” to HDD soft-key. • Touch “From USB” soft-key, then select the folders or titles you would like to copy, and then touch the “SAVE” soft-key to start the copy process.
  • Page 63 ELECTRONICS Playing Music From The HDD • Press the “RADIO/MEDIA” hard key until the media source tabs are displayed at the top of the screen. Touch the “HDD” soft-key tab. Touch the desired track soft-key to play or touch the “SEARCH/BROWSE” soft-key to search by artist, by album, by song, by genre, from a folder, or from Favorites.
  • Page 64 ELECTRONICS Main Navigation Menu Finding Points Of Interest • From the NAV main menu, touch the “Points of Interest” soft-key. • Select a Category and then a subcategory, if necessary. • Select your destination and touch “GO.” Finding A Place By Entering The Street Address •...
  • Page 65 ELECTRONICS Entering Your Home Location • Press the “NAV” hard-key on the right side of the radio. • From the Nav – Main Menu, touch “Guide Me Home” to enter your home address. If no home address has been set, touch “YES” to access the Enter Home Address menu.
  • Page 66 ELECTRONICS Route Guidance • After starting route guidance, the system calculates the route and announces: “Follow the arrows on the display.” You will receive navigation recommendations by voice messages and screen displays. Route Options • After pressing the “OPTIONS” soft-key in the Route Guidance Menu, the following information is displayed: •...

  • Page 67: Sirius Xm™ Satellite Radio/Travel Link

    ELECTRONICS Sirius XM™ SATELLITE RADIO/TRAVEL LINK NOTE: • Sirius Travel Link requires a subscription, sold separately after the 1 year trial subscription included with your vehicle purchase. • Sirius Travel Link is only available in the United States. • The following describes features that are available when in Sirius XM™ Satellite Radio mode.
  • Page 68 ELECTRONICS NOTE: Refer to your Media Center 730N or Media Center 430/430N User's Manual for more information. Display SAT Favorites List • Touch the “Search/Browse” soft-key and select “Favorites” from the SAT Browse screen. • Touch the desired favorites soft-key to switch the SAT tuner to the corresponding channel.
  • Page 69 ELECTRONICS Replay Option Option Description Play/Pause Touch to Pause content playback. Touch Pause/Play again to resume playback. Rewind/RW Rewinds the channel content in steps of 5 seconds. Touch and hold to rewind continuously, then release to begin playing content at that point. Fast Forward/FW Forwards the content, and works similarly to Rewind/RW.

  • Page 70: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS • The steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Right Switch • Press the switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. • Press the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/DISC/SAT/HDD/AUX.
  • Page 71 ELECTRONICS • When connected to this feature: • The iPod ® can be controlled using the radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod ® or external devices contents. • The iPod ® battery charges when plugged into the USB port (if supported by the specific audio device).

  • Page 72: Uconnect™ Phone

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect™ Phone • To determine if your vehicle is equipped with Uconnect™ Phone, press the “Uconnect™ Phone” button . If your vehicle has this feature, after a couple seconds you will hear a voice prompt. If not, you will see a message on the radio “Uconnect phone not available”.
  • Page 73 ELECTRONICS Phonebook Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone • If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, Uconnect™ Phone automatically downloads names (text names) and number entries from your mobile phone’s phonebook. Specific Bluetooth Phones with Phone Book ®...

  • Page 74: Uconnect™ Voice Command

    ELECTRONICS Mute (Or Unmute) Microphone During Call • During a call, press the “Voice Command” button • (After the BEEP), say “mute” (or “mute off”). Transfer Ongoing Call Between Handset And Vehicle • During a call, press the “Voice Command” button •...
  • Page 75 ELECTRONICS Common Voice Commands (Examples) Main Menu “Radio” (to switch to the radio mode) “Disc” (to switch to the disc mode) “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) “System Setup” (to switch to system setup) Radio Mode “Frequency” (to change the frequency) “Next Station”...

  • Page 76: Bluetooth Streaming Audio

    ELECTRONICS • Press the “Voice Command” button and after the BEEP, say “SMS” to get started. NOTE: To access the tutorial, press the “Voice Command” button . After the BEEP, say “tutorial”. Press any hard-key/button or touch the display (Touch-Screen radio) to cancel the tutorial.
  • Page 77 ELECTRONICS • The video screen displays information in a split-screen format. The left side of the screen is referred to as Channel 1 and the right side of the screen is referred to as Channel 2. All modes except video modes are displayed in a split-screen format. •...

  • Page 78: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    ELECTRONICS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) • The EVIC features a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. Pressing the controls on the left side of the steering wheel allows the driver to select vehicle information and Personal Settings.

  • Page 79: Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) • The EVIC can be used to program the following Personal Settings. Press the UP or DOWN button until System Setup displays, then press the SELECT button. Scroll through the settings using the UP or DOWN buttons. Press the SELECT button to change the setting.
  • Page 80 ELECTRONICS Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® • Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. • For more efficient programming and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink...
  • Page 81 ELECTRONICS • Return to the vehicle and press the programmed HomeLink ® button twice (holding the button for two seconds each time). If the device is plugged in and activates, programming is complete. NOTE: If the device does not activate, press the button a third time (for two seconds) to complete the training.

  • Page 82: Power Inverter

    ELECTRONICS POWER INVERTER • There is a 115 Volt, 150 Watt power inverter outlet located on the back of the center console. This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts. •...

  • Page 83: Power Outlet

    ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLET • The front power outlet is located in the front center storage bin of the instrument panel. • A second front power outlet is located inside the center console. • The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo area.
  • Page 84 ELECTRONICS • The rear cargo power outlet can be switched to “battery” powered all the time by switching the power outlet right rear quarter panel fuse in the fuse panel.

  • Page 85: Off-Road Capabilities

    OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES ALL-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION Single-Speed Operating Instructions/Precautions • This system contains a single-speed (HI range only) transfer case, which provides convenient full-time all-wheel drive. No driver interaction is required. The Brake Traction Control (BTC) System, which combines standard ABS and Traction Control, provides resistance to any wheel that is slipping to allow additional torque transfer to wheels with traction.
  • Page 86 OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES Shifting Procedures AWD AUTO To LOW RANGE NOTE: When shifting into or out of LOW RANGE some gear noise may be heard. This noise is normal and is not detrimental to the vehicle or occupants. • Shifting can be performed with the vehicle rolling 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h) or completely stopped.

  • Page 87: Utility

    UTILITY ROOF LUGGAGE RACK • The crossbars on your vehicle are delivered stowed within the roof rack side rails. When installed, the roof rack can hold a maximum of 150 lbs (68 kg) of evenly distributed weight. Installing The Crossbars •...

  • Page 88: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    UTILITY...

  • Page 89: Tow/Haul Mode

    UTILITY TOW/HAUL MODE • When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting occurs, press the TOW/HAUL switch to select TOW/HAUL mode. This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessive shifting. When operating in TOW/HAUL mode, transmission upshifts are delayed, and the transmission will automatically downshift (for engine braking) during steady braking maneuvers.
  • Page 90 UTILITY • Press and hold the brake pedal and shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. • Press and hold the transfer case N (Neutral) button for four seconds, until the light next to the N symbol starts to blink, indicating shift in progress. The light will stop blinking (stay on solid) when the shift to N (Neutral) is complete.

  • Page 91: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24-HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE • Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian residents. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. •...
  • Page 92 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
  • Page 93 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light • If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), we recommend you drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
  • Page 94 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Air Bag Warning Light • If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately. Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message •...

  • Page 95: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS • In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. • On the highways — slow down. • In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission in NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.

  • Page 96: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location • The scissor-type jack and tire changing tools are located in rear cargo area, below the load floor. • Rotate the plastic thumb screw on the end of the jack to remove the jack from the bracket.
  • Page 97 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Removal 1. Remove the jack tools from the bag. 2. Raise the protective rubber mat covering the storage compartment floor and remove the plug to access the winch drive. 3. Fit the jack handle extension over the drive nut.
  • Page 98 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Slide the metal stamping up the steel extension tube and winch cable. Rotate the metal stamping and push it through the hole in the plastic plate and wheel. 7. Pinch the three short and two long tubes to remove the protective plate from the steel spare wheel.
  • Page 99 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, away from traffic for your safety. 2. Turn the engine off, place the transmission in PARK, fully depress the pedal to the floor to set the parking brake, and activate the Hazard Warning flashers. 3.
  • Page 100 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. For the front axle, place the jack on the body flange just behind the front tire as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged.
  • Page 101 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. For a rear tire, place the jack in the slot on the rear tie-down bracket, just forward of the rear tire (as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding). Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged. 5.
  • Page 102 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 10. Remove the Dodge center cap using a jack tool from inside the aluminum road wheel and snap on the protective plastic plate. NOTE: The plastic plate will prevent the road wheel from being scratched when sliding it under the vehicle.
  • Page 103 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 15. Reinstall the plastic plug into the floor of the cargo area. Roll up and store the Jack, Tool Kit and Tire Changing Instructions. Reinstall the cover for the jack in the rear storage bin. NOTE: The plastic thumb screw being on the right and the position of the lug wrench before the velcro straps go around the fully closed jack.
  • Page 104 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. •...

  • Page 105: Battery Location

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES BATTERY LOCATION • The battery in your vehicle is located under the passenger's front seat. Remote battery posts are located on the right side of the engine compartment for jump-starting. JUMP-STARTING • If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack.
  • Page 106 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: •...

  • Page 107: Emergency Tow Hooks

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result. • Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion.

  • Page 108: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE • If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: • To access the shift lever override, remove the rubber cupholder liner to the right of the shift lever.

  • Page 109: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...

  • Page 110: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) • This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.

  • Page 111: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Pull the hood release lever located below the steering wheel at the base of the instrument panel. • Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and move the safety latch lever while lifting the hood at the same time.
  • Page 112 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fuel Door Emergency Release • To manually open the fuel door, remove the storage bin located in the left rear cargo area. • Pull the release cable located in the storage bin opening.

  • Page 113: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
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  • Page 115: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Component Capacities Part Engine Coolant 3.6L MOPAR ® Engine 10 Quarts (9.8 Liters) Engine – Without Trailer Coolant/Antifreeze Includes heater and Tow Package 5-Year/100,000 Mile coolant recovery bottle Formula or equivalent filled to MAX level.
  • Page 116 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Component Capacities Part Automatic Transmission MOPAR ® ATF+4 ® Automatic Transmission — Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 ® product. Transfer Case – 3.6L Shell Automatic Engine Transmission Fluid 3353 — or equivalent. Transfer Case – 5.7L MOPAR ®...

  • Page 117: Maintenance Chart

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
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  • Page 119 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance Record Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 6 Months 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 18 Months 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 30 Months 48,000 Miles...

  • Page 120: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES...
  • Page 121 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Integrated Power Module (fuses) • The integrated power module is located on the right side of the engine compartment. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A description of each fuse and component 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 122 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 10 Amp Red Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (Climate Control System) 30 Amp Green Radio/Amplifier 20 Amp Yellow Instrument Cluster/Ignition Module 20 Amp Yellow Back Up Camera 20 Amp Yellow Power Seat Module(s)/Adaptive Cruise Control/Audio Telematics/ Daytime Running Lights Relay/Instrument Cluster...

  • Page 123: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • When installing the integrated power module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the integrated power module and possibly result in a electrical system failure.

  • Page 124: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. • To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR ®...

  • Page 125: Consumer Assistance

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CHRYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMER CENTER P.O. Box 21–8004 Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: 1–800–423–6343 CHRYSLER CANADA INC. CUSTOMER CENTER P.O. Box 1621 Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone: 1–800–465–2001 (English) Phone: 1–800–387–9983 (French) ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED • To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center.

  • Page 126: Reporting Safety Defects In The 50 United States And Washington, D.c

    NOTE: • The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the Chrysler, Jeep, Ram Truck and Dodge websites. • Click on the "For Owners" tab, select "Owner/Service Manuals", then select your desired model year and vehicle from the drop down lists.

  • Page 127: Mopar Accessories

    • For the full line of Authentic Dodge Accessories by Mopar, visit your local Dodge dealership or online at mopar.com. EXTERIOR: •...

  • Page 128: Index

    INDEX Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Clock Setting ..42,44,47,56 Control) ....30 Compass Calibration ..76 Air Conditioning .
  • Page 129 INDEX Fluid Capacities ... . 113 Inverter, Power ... . . 80 Fluids ....113 Fog Lights .
  • Page 130 INDEX Overheating, Engine ..93 Fold and Tumble Rear ..22 Folding Front Passenger ..21 Heated ....24 Panic Alarm .
  • Page 131 INDEX Changing ....94 Uconnect™ Phone ... 70 Jacking ....94 Uconnect™...

  • Page 132: Faq (How To?)

    • How do I shift into different four-wheel drive selections? pg. 83 UTILITY • How do I know how much I can tow with my Dodge Durango? pg. 86 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 89 •...
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  • Page 139: Driving And Alcohol

    This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Dodge and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center Manuals,...
  • Page 140 Download a free Vehicle Information App by visiting your application store, Keyword (Dodge), or scanning the Microsoft Tag. To put Microsoft Tags to work for you, use your mobile phone’s browser or App store to download a Microsoft Tag reader, like the free one at www.gettag.mobi.

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