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Jeep Patriot 2010 Owner's Manual

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INTRODUCTION

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

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STARTING AND OPERATING

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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

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Page 1: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 3: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Warnings And Cautions ....7 Rollover Warning .
Page 4: 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 5: How To Use This Manual
INTRODUCTION 5 control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more in an accident, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two injury.
Page 6 6 INTRODUCTION...
Page 7: Warnings And Cautions
INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident 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 8: 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 an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 9 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..18 ▫...
Page 10 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ..21 ▫ Child-Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors) ......31 ▫...
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Automatic Locking Retractors ▫ Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 61 (ALR) Mode — If Equipped ....47 ▫...
Page 12: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has Automatic Transmission — If Equipped the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys.
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 4. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder. NOTE: If you try to remove the key before you place the shift lever in PARK, the key may become trapped tem- porarily in the ignition switch cylinder.
Page 14 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Manual Transmission — If Equipped 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC (Accessory) position.
Page 15: Locking Doors With A Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Locking Doors With A Key The system uses ignition keys that have an embedded You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized door, turn the key to the right.
Page 16: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal CAUTION! vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec- onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. Always remove the Sentry Keys from the vehicle Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- possible by an authorized dealer.
Page 17: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Customer Key Programming 4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch. If you have two valid Sentry Keys , you can program Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within new Sentry Keys to the system by performing the 60 seconds.
Page 18: General Information
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE your vehicle. The remaining keys must then be repro- will flash repeatedly for three minutes. If the disturbance grammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to an authorized is still present (driver’s door, passenger door, other doors, dealer at the time of service to be reprogrammed.
Page 19: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 disarm. After approximately 16 seconds, the Vehicle Security Light will flash slowly. This shows that the Vehicle Security Alarm is fully armed. To Disarm The System Press UNLOCK on the RKE transmitter, or insert the key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
Page 20: Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All First Press
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock 2. Release both buttons at the same time. signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on. 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All First Press ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter This feature lets you program the system to unlock either...
Page 21: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the equipped with the EVIC. Refer to “Illuminated Ap- proach,” under “Personal Settings (Customer- Program- following steps: mable Features),” under “Electronic Vehicle Information 1.
Page 22: Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock/Unlock
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock/Unlock 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when with the ignition switch in the LOCK position and the the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- key removed.
Page 23: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes unless 2. This device must accept any interference that may be you turn it off by pressing the PANIC button a second received including interference that may cause undesired time or if the vehicle speed is 5 mph (8 km/h) or greater.
Page 24: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. 2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause 1. If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw, battery deterioration.
Page 25: How To Use Remote Start
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 How to Use Remote Start WARNING! All of the following conditions must be met before the • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or engine will remote start: confined area.
Page 26 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The brake pedal is pressed NOTE: • The park lamps will turn on and remain on during To Exit Remote Start Mode without Driving the Remote Start mode. Vehicle • For security, power window and power sunroof op- Press and release the REMOTE START button one time, eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is or allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.
Page 27: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 DOOR LOCKS WARNING! Manual Door Locks • For personal security and safety in the event of an Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as inside the vehicle.
Page 28: Power Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is located on the driver’s door panel. Press this switch to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate. NOTE: To prevent from locking the key in the vehicle, the power door lock switch will not operate when the key is in the ignition and either front door is open.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the 2. The transmission is in gear. following procedure: 3. All doors are closed. 1. Close all doors and place the key in the ignition 4.
Page 30 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit Programming • If you do not hear the chime it means that the system The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be did not enter the programming mode and you will enabled or disabled as follows: need to repeat the procedure.
Page 31: Child-Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the Child-Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors) programming. Insert the tip of the ignition key into the lock and rotate to the LOCK or UNLOCK position. 5.
Page 32: Power Windows - If Equipped
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock plunger up (unlocked position), roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle. POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED Power Window Switches Child-Protection Door Lock Function WARNING!
Page 33: Auto-Down
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 The window controls on the driver’s door trim panel Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in the control all the door windows. There are single window “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC),” in controls on each passenger door trim panel, which oper- Section 4 of this manual.
Page 34: Window Lockout Switch
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Window Lockout Switch LIFTGATE The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows NOTE: The key that is used to start the vehicle is also you to disable the window control on the other doors. To used to lock or unlock the doors and open the liftgate.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 • Although the liftgate has no inside release mechanism, the liftgate trim panel includes an opening with a snap-in cap that provides access to release the latch in the event of an electrical system malfunction. WARNING! •...
Page 36: Occupant Restraints
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Supplemental Side Seat Airbags — if equipped Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera- • An energy-absorbing steering column and steering ture, it may be necessary to assist the props when wheel opening the liftgate in cold weather.
Page 37: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 infant and child restraint systems. For more information Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even on LATCH, see Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver (LATCH) in this section.
Page 38 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE normal conditions. But in a collision, the belt will lock WARNING! (Continued) and reduce the risk of you striking the inside of the • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat vehicle or being thrown out.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat.
Page 40 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger- • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will ous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of not protect you properly.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of on the shoulder belt.
Page 42: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. In the front seat, the shoulder belt can be adjusted If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to upward or downward to position the belt away from allow the belt to retract fully.
Page 43: Second Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 In the rear seat, move toward the center of the seat to position the belt away from your neck. Second Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions The second row center lap/shoulder belt features a three-point seat belt with a mini-latch and buckle, which allows the shoulder belt to detach from the lower anchor when the seat is folded.
Page 44 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Remove the mini-latch and regular latch from its 3. Route the shoulder belt to the inside of the right head stowed position in the right rear side trim panel. restraint. Mini-Latch Stowage Routing The Rear Center Shoulder Belt 2.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 6. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” Routing The Rear Center Shoulder Belt 4. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the mini- latch plate into the mini-buckle until you hear a “click.”...
Page 46 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, 9. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision.
Page 47: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode — If to retract fully. Insert the mini-latch plate into the slot Equipped provided in the trim panel. In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- locked.
Page 48: Seat Belt Pretensioners - If Equipped
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is belt placement by the occupant.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 How the Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines whether the severity or type of rear impact require the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy. In case of AHR deployment both driver and front passenger seat AHR’s will be deployed.
Page 50 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. CAUTION! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 1 — Downward Movement 2 — Rearward Movement...
Page 52: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For safety reasons, have the Active Head Restraints 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half. checked by a qualified specialist at an authorized dealer.
Page 53: Seat Belt Extender
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 BeltAlert Programming 4. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. A BeltAlert can be enabled or disabled by your authorized single chime will sound to signify that you have success- dealer or by performing the following procedure: fully completed the programming.
Page 54: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt WARNING! across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the Using a seat belt extender when not needed can abdomen.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, front, and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC are located above the side windows. The trim covering the side airbags is labeled SRS AIRBAG.
Page 56: Advanced Front Airbag Features
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) Advanced Front Airbag Features The Advanced Front Airbag system has multistage driver • Supplemental Side Seat Airbags — If Equipped and front passenger airbags. This system provides output •...
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Supplemental Side Seat Airbags — If Equipped WARNING! Supplemental side seat airbags provide enhanced protec- • No objects should be placed over or near the tion and work together with supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to help protect an occupant airbag on the instrument panel, because any such during a side impact.
Page 58 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When the bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each bag deploys independently, that is a left side impact deploys the left bag only and a right-side impact deploys only the right bag.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 The system includes sensors adjacent to both front and protection for the driver and front passenger. Side airbags rear seat occupants that are calibrated to deploy the also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. SABIC airbags during impacts that require airbag occu- Knee Impact Bolsters pant protection.
Page 60 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be belt properly (see section on Child Restraints) should be moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- Front Airbags room to inflate.
Page 61: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls WARNING! Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work required for this vehicle.
Page 62 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Airbags will not deploy in all frontal The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of collisions, including some that may produce substantial the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START vehicle damage —...
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- the Advanced Front Airbags. Different airbag inflation ment cluster Airbag Warning Light if a malfunction is rates are possible, based on the collision type and sever- noted.
Page 64 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC determines if a side collision requires the side Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain airbags to inflate based on the severity and type of (SABIC) Inflator Units — If Equipped collision. During collisions where the impact is confined to a particular area of the side of the vehicle, the ORC may The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 • Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or Because airbag sensors estimate deceleration over time, vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of until the ignition key is turned off. whether or not an airbag should have deployed.
Page 66 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold. The Do not drive your vehicle after the airbags have de- abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium airbags will not be in place to protect you.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad- WARNING! vanced airbag system. The airbag may inflate • Modifications to any part of the airbag system accidentally or may not function properly if modi- could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 68: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Warning Light located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the You will want to have the airbags ready to proper airbag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the inflate for your protection in a collision.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 2. Under certain circumstances, EDR data may not be accessing the electronic data stored, unless ordered to recorded (e.g., loss of battery power). download data by a court with legal jurisdiction (i.e., pursuant to a warrant).
Page 70: Child Restraint
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Requested by police under a legal warrant. United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the 4. Otherwise required by law. law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. Data parameters that are recorded: Children 12 years and younger should ride properly •...
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 • The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the Infants and Child Restraints There are different sizes and types of restraints for vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up children from newborn size to the child almost large to about 20 lbs (9 kg).
Page 72 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Older Children and Child Restraints NOTE: For additional information, refer to www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK. Cana- • Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who dian residents, should refer to Transport Canada’s web- are older than one year can ride forward-facing in the site for additional information.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child (ALR) or a cinching latch plate or both. Both types of restraint: seatbelts are designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not •...
Page 74 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE into the buckle. Next, extract all the seat belt webbing around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle out of the retractor and then allow the belt to retract again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure, into the retractor.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Automatic-Locking Retractor (ALR) Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) To operate the switchable retractor, pull the belt from the Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- retractor until there is enough allowance to pass it age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower through the child restraint and slide the latch plate into Anchors and Tether for CHildren.
Page 76 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH-compatible, you can only install the child re- Child restraints systems having attachments designed to straints using the vehicle’s seat belts. Please refer to connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Child Installing the Child Restraint System for typical installa- restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection tion instructions.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 NOTE: When using the LATCH attaching system to Installing the Child Restraint System install a child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out manufacturer when installing your child restraint.
Page 78 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower and tether straps so that you can attach the hook or connector to the lower and tether anchorages more easily. The tether strap should be routed over the center of the head restraint and attached to the tether anchor on the rear of the seatback.
Page 79: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). WARNING! After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the child.
Page 80: Safety Tips
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Transporting Passengers WARNING! NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. WARNING! Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you.
Page 81: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the make sure that all windows are closed and the climate Vehicle control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT Seat Belts use the recirculation mode.
Page 82: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Defroster Lights Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights the blower control on high speed. You should be able to feel while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high the air directed against the windshield.
Page 83: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Sun Visor Sliding Feature ....92 Mirrors ......87 ▫...
Page 84 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Adjusting Active Head Restraints ..132 Voice Recognition (VR) System — If Equipped ......120 ▫...
Page 85 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 ▫ Instrument Panel Dimming ... . . 142 ▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ....149 ▫...
Page 86 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Closing The Sunroof ....159 ▫ Door Storage ..... . . 167 ▫...
Page 87: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of vehicle).
Page 88: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped CAUTION! This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror.
Page 89: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Power Mirrors To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the left The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand door trim panel. in the direction you want the mirror to move.
Page 90: Outside Mirror - Driver Side
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirror — Driver Side Outside Mirror — Passenger Side Adjust the flat outside mirror to center on the adjacent Adjust the convex outside mirror to center on the adja- lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained cent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view on the inside mirror.
Page 91: Folding Outside Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 92: Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped uconnect™ phone — IF EQUIPPED To use the mirror, pull the sun visor down and rotate the uconnect™ phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- mirror cover upward. vehicle communications system. uconnect™ phone al- lows you to dial a phone number with your cellular phone using simple voice commands (e.g., Call”...
Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 • www.jeep.com/uconnect one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be used with the system at a time. The system is available in English, • or call 1–877–855–8400 Spanish, or French languages. uconnect™ phone allows you to transfer calls between...
Page 94: Operation
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Recognition Button The radio display will be used for visual prompts from Actual button location may vary with the ra- the uconnect™ phone such as CELL or caller ID on dio. The individual buttons are described in the certain radios.
Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 • For each feature explanation in this section, only the To activate the uconnect™ phone from idle, simply press combined form of the voice command is given. You button and follow the audible prompts for can also break the commands into parts and say each directions.
Page 96 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a The following are general phone to uconnect™ phone pairing instructions: priority level between one and seven, with one being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven cellular •...
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 • The system will prompt you to say the number you or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a want to call. name in the phonebook, refer to Add Names to Your uconnect™...
Page 98 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Home, Work, Mobile, or Pager ). This will allow Transfer From Cellular Phone you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, entry, if desired.
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 • Depending on the maximum number of entries down- Phonebook Download — Single Entry loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest If equipped and supported by your phone, uconnect™ downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail- phone allows the user to download entries from their phone able, the previous downloaded phonebook is available via Bluetooth .
Page 100 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook the uconnect™ phone, and then send the address book entry via Bluetooth . Please see your phone Owner’s entry that you wish to edit. Manual for specific instructions on how to drop the •...
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • Note that only the phonebook entry in the current Delete uconnect™ Phonebook Entry language is deleted. NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended • Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be when the vehicle is not in motion. deleted or edited.
Page 102: Phone Call Features
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List All Names in the uconnect™ Phonebook Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the • Press the button to begin. uconnect™ phone if the feature(s) are available on your •...
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call progress. To go back to the first call, refer to Toggling Currently in Progress Between Calls in this section. To combine two calls, refer If a call is currently in progress and you have another to Conference Call in this section.
Page 104 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Three-Way Calling To initiate three-way calling, press the button while Redial. a call is in progress, and make a second phone call, as •...
Page 105: Uconnect™ Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 • After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and continue on the uconnect™ phone for a certain dura- voice commands will be in that language. tion, after which the call is automatically transferred NOTE: After every uconnect™...
Page 106 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say WARNING! Emergency and the uconnect™ phone will instruct the paired cellular phone to call the emergency num- Your phone must be turned on and paired to the ber.
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Mexico City in Mexico). Please refer to the 24-Hour Working with Automated Systems Towing Assistance coverage details on the DVD in This method is used in instances where one generally has the Warranty Information Booklet and the 24-Hour to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while Towing Assistance references.
Page 108 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE also to be used for navigating through an automated Barge In - Overriding Prompts customer service center menu structure, and to leave a The “Voice Recognition” button can be used when you number on a pager. wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice recognition command immediately.
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Phone and Network Status Indicators NOTE: Certain brands of cellular phones do not send If available on the radio and/or on a premium display the dial ring to the uconnect™ phone to play it on the such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by vehicle audio system, so you will not hear it.
Page 110: Advanced Phone Connectivity
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Phone Connectivity List Paired Cellular Phone Names • Press the Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone button to begin. The uconnect™ phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say ferred from your cellular phone to the uconnect™...
Page 111: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Select Another Cellular Phone Delete uconnect™ phone Paired Cellular Phones This feature allows you to select and start using another • Press the button to begin. phone paired with the uconnect™ phone. • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 112 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Training This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- system will adapt to the last trained voice only. nizing their voice commands or numbers, the uconnect™ To restore the Voice Recognition system to factory default phone Voice Training feature may be used.
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 • Performance is maximized under: • Storing names in the phonebook when the vehicle is not in motion is recommended. • low-to-medium blower setting, • It is not recommended to store similar sounding •...
Page 114 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Echo at the phone far end can sometimes be reduced Phone Far End Audio Performance by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume. • Audio quality is maximized under: • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be •...
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Page 118 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 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 120: General Information
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 121: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists When using this system, you should speak clearly and at options, press the button, listen for the beep, and say a normal speaking volume. your command.
Page 122 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Changing the Volume Radio AM (or Radio Long Wave or Radio Medium Wave — If Equipped) 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the button. To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: 2.
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 • “Radio Menu” (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 124 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE − “Continue” (to continue recording) System Setup To switch to system setup, say “Setup”. In this mode, you − “Delete” (to delete the recording) may say the following commands: • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) •...
Page 125: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Voice Training SEATS For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System nizing their voice commands or numbers the uconnect™ of the vehicle. They need to be used properly for safe voice “Voice Training”...
Page 126: Front Seat Adjustment
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Seat Adjustment WARNING! The adjusting bar is at the front of the seats, near the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat forward or Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is rearward.
Page 127: Manual Seat Height Adjustment - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If Equipped Manual Lumbar — If Equipped The driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by using The lumbar adjustment handle is located on the outboard the handle on the outboard side of the seat to adjust the side of the driver’s seat.
Page 128: Driver's Seatback Recline
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Driver’s Seatback Recline WARNING! To recline the seatback, lean forward before lifting the handle, then lean back to the desired position and release Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the the handle.
Page 129: Six-Way Power Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Six-Way Power Seats — If Equipped WARNING! The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor. Use the switch to move the seat up, Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is down, forward, rearward, or to tilt the seat.
Page 130: Heated Seats - If Equipped
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats — If Equipped turn the heater and the remaining indicator light off after This feature heats the front driver and passenger seats. an additional 30 minutes of continuous operation. If The heaters provide the same heat level for both the seat Low-level heating is selected, the system automatically cushion and the seatback.
Page 131: Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat WARNING! (Continued) To fold the front passenger seat, lift the recliner handle to • Do not place anything on the seat that insulates the full upward position and push the seatback forward against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
Page 132: Adjusting Active Head Restraints
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Passenger Seat Folded Flat Adjusted Head Restraint Adjusting Active Head Restraints To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head Active Head Restraints can reduce the risk of injury in restraint (on some models, you may need to press the the event of a rear impact.
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Push Button Active Head Restraint (Normal Position) For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and backward. To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head, pull outward on the bottom of the head restraint.
Page 134 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- straint, refer to “Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” under “Occupant Restraints” in Section 2. WARNING! • Driving a vehicle with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
Page 135: Folding Rear Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Folding Rear Seat WARNING! (Continued) To provide additional storage area, each rear seatback can • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head be folded forward. Pull the strap forward to move the Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable seat forward and flat.
Page 136 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Page 137: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD WARNING! To open the hood, two latches must be released. • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the 1. Pull the hood release lever located on the left kick shoulder belt is no longer resting against your panel.
Page 138 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Move the safety catch located under the front edge of CAUTION! the hood, near the center and raise the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- mately 8 in (20 cm) and then drop it.
Page 139: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 LIGHTS Headlights and Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent Multifunction Lever to turn on the parking lights. The multifunction lever controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight beam Turn the end of the lever to the second detent to turn on selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights, the headlights.
Page 140: Lights-On Reminder
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lights-On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are left on after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound to alert the driver when the driver’s door is opened. Fog Lights — If Equipped The front fog light switch is on the multifunction lever.
Page 141: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The high beam lights will come on as Daytime Running Lights (DRL) at DRL intensity (lower), whenever the ignition is ON, the engine is running, the headlight switch is off, the parking brake is off, the turn signal is off, and the shift lever is in any position except PARK.
Page 142: Lane Change Assist
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Change Assist Instrument Panel Dimming Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights three times then automatically turn off.
Page 143: Map/Reading Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 light off. The lights also come on when a door is opened or the dimmer control is turned fully upward, past the second detent. Dimmer Control Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors above the rear view mirror.
Page 144: Windshield Wipers And Washers
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle. They will not turn off automatically. WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on the right side of the steering column.
Page 145: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 downward (counterclockwise) to increase the delay time. The delay can be regulated from a maximum of approxi- mately 18 seconds between cycles, to a cycle every second. NOTE: The wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed. If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled.
Page 146: Mist Feature
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to an accident. 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 147: Tilt Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. CAUTION! With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down, as desired. Push the lever In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and up to lock the steering column firmly in place.
Page 148: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 149: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 To Activate NOTE: The vehicle should be traveling at a steady Push the ON/OFF button. The CRUISE indicator in the speed and on level ground before pressing the SET lever. instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system off, To Deactivate push the ON/OFF button a second time.
Page 150: Manual Transaxle
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE RESUME ACCEL position, the set speed will continue to Manual Transaxle increase until the lever is released, then the new set speed Pressing the clutch pedal will disengage the Electronic will be established. Speed Control.
Page 151: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 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 152 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The HomeLink buttons that are located in the headliner WARNING! or sun visor designate the three different HomeLink • Your motorized door or gate will open and close channels. while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people, pets or other objects are in the path of the door or gate.
Page 153: Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Programming HomeLink Place the handheld transmitter 1–3 in (3-8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while Before You Begin keeping the indicator light in view. If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, erase all channels before you begin training.
Page 154 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After training a HomeLink channel, if the garage This can usually be found where the hanging antenna door does not operate with HomeLink and the ga- wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is rage door opener was manufactured after 1995, the NOT the button normally used to open and close the garage door opener may have a rolling code.
Page 155: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 6. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAINING Gate Operator/Canadian Programming button. The name and color of the button may vary by Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- manufacturer. nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of transmission –...
Page 156: Using Homelink
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE successfully accepted the frequency signal. The indica- 2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button until tor light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not trained.
Page 157: Troubleshooting Tips
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Troubleshooting Tips General Information If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry are some of the most common solutions: Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: •...
Page 158: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located in the reading light. • 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.
Page 159: Opening The Sunroof
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Opening the Sunroof stop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial close condition until the switch is pushed and Manual Mode held forward again. To ensure sunroof is fully closed, To open the sunroof, press and hold the switch rearward press and hold switch until sunroof has completely to full open.
Page 160: Pinch Protect Override
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protect Override NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) prevents closing, open. press the switch forward and hold for two seconds after Wind Buffeting the reversal occurs.
Page 161: Ignition Off Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Ignition Off Operation The sunroof will also operate up to 45 seconds after the ignition has been turned OFF. The sunroof operation will be canceled if either of the front doors are opened during the 45 second time period.
Page 162 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: CAUTION! • To ensure proper operation a MOPAR knob and • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw element must be used. power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in •...
Page 163: Power Inverter - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings on A 115 Volt (150 Watt) AC power inverter is located on the electrical devices prior to using the inverter. front of the center console for added convenience.
Page 164 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Do not use a three-prong adaptor. power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in •...
Page 165: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 CUPHOLDERS There are two cupholders located in the back for the rear Your vehicle is equipped with four cupholders. There are passengers. two illuminated cupholders located in the front. Rear Cupholders Illuminated Front Cupholders...
Page 166: Storage
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE To open the lower glove compartment, pull outward on the release handle. Glove Compartment And Storage Bin Located on the passenger side of the instrument panel are an upper storage bin and a lower glove compartment. Glove Compartment 1 —...
Page 167: Door Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Door Storage The interior door panels are equipped with lower storage areas. Rear Door Storage Front Door Storage...
Page 168: Console Features
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONSOLE FEATURES To open the lower storage compartment, lift upward on The floor console contains both an upper and lower the lower handle to unlatch the lower storage compart- storage compartment. ment and lift the lid open. To open the upper storage compartment, push inward on the upper handle to unlatch the upper lid and lift the lid open.
Page 169: Cargo Area Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 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 170: Cargo Cover
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, To install the Cargo Cover, insert either end of the cover twice for low, and a third time to return to off. into one of the two notches located in the rear trim panels.
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Using the handle, pull the cover toward you and guide WARNING! the rear cover posts into the guides located on both sides of the rear trim panel. In an accident a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could cause injury.
Page 172: Removable Load Floor
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Removable Load Floor Cargo Tie-Down Loops The cargo area load floor is removable and can be There are four D-rings installed in the cargo area for washed with mild soap and water. securing cargo. Cargo Load Floor D-Rings...
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear • Cargo tie-down loops are not safe anchors for a axle. Too much weight or improperly placed child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the a loop could pull loose and allow the child seat to rear of the vehicle to sway.
Page 174: Fold Down Speakers - If Equipped
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fold Down Speakers — If Equipped REAR WINDOW FEATURES When the liftgate is open, the speakers can swing down Rear Window Wiper/Washer off the trim panel to face rearward, for tailgating and The rear wiper/washer is controlled by a rotary switch other activities.
Page 175: Rear Window Defroster
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the Rear Window Defroster “On” position to activate the rear wiper. The rear window defroster button is located on the bottom right-side of the blower control knob. NOTE: The rear wiper operates in an intermittent mode Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster only.
Page 176: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to load must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be the heating elements: •...
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 • If the rear crossbar (or any metallic object) is placed The optional crossbars must also be secured in one of the seven detent positions marked with an arrow on the over the satellite radio antenna (if equipped), you may siderails to prevent movement.
Page 178 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do • Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care- not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the 150 lbs (68 kg).
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Distance To Empty (DTE) ....202 Instrument Panel Features ....183 ▫...
Page 180 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD ▫ Clock Setting Procedure — And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video) . . . 216 RER/REN Radio ..... 225 ▫...
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 ▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ... . 244 uconnect™ studios (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU/Rbz ▫ List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ..247 Radios Only) .
Page 182 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operating Instructions — Video Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ..260 Entertainment System (VES)™ Climate Controls ..... . 260 (If Equipped) .
Page 183: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 5 — Storage Bin 9 — Heated Seat Switch – If Equipped 2 — Demisters 6 — Glove Compartment 10 — Hazard Warning Flasher 3 — Instrument Cluster 7 —...
Page 184: Instrument Cluster
184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 185: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting Procedures” in section 6 of this manual. 1. Fuel Gauge/Fuel Door Reminder 3. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light When the ignition switch is in the ON position, This light informs you of a problem with the the pointer will show the level of fuel remain- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
Page 186 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Oil Pressure Warning Light 7. Airbag Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The This light turns on and remains on for six to light should turn on momentarily when the engine eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition is started.
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 10. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light — If Equipped 11. Seat Belt Reminder Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition light will turn on for five to eight seconds as a bulb switch is turned to the ON position and may check.
Page 188 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold. If the light remains on when the parking brake has been Further overheating will cause the temperature gauge to disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the pass H , the indicator will continuously flash and a master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake continuous chime will occur until the engine is allowed...
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the tions.
Page 190 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL cools down enough to allow a return to the requested 16. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped speed. If the high speed is maintained, the overheating This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- will reoccur as before in a cyclic fashion.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 18. Cruise Indicator — If Equipped CAUTION! This indicator shows that the Electronic Speed Driving with a hot engine cooling system could Control System is ON. damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H” 19. 4WD Indicator Light pull over and stop the vehicle.
Page 192 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 22. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect Each tire, including the spare (if provided), the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. should be checked monthly, when cold and Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper inflated to the inflation pressure recommended tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to...
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the 23. Odometer/Trip Odometer TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the This display indicates the total distance the vehicle has TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more been driven.
Page 194 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicle Odometer Messages “gASCAP” message will display in the odometer display When the appropriate conditions exist, the following area. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odometer messages will display: TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the message. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. To turn 25. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) off the message temporarily, press and release the Trip The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset the an Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II that oil change indicator system (after performing the sched- monitors emissions, engine, and automatic trans-...
Page 196 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 26. Hill Descent Indicator — If Equipped CAUTION! The symbol illuminates (is armed) when the 4WD Lock switch is activated and the trans- Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause mission range indicator is in LOW or REVERSE damage to the engine control system.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 29. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Malfunction apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your Indicator Light — If Equipped speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions. The “ESC Indicator Light” in the instrument NOTE: cluster will come on when the ignition switch •...
Page 198: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When lit solid: There is an 4WD system fault. 4WD ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER performance will be at a reduced level. Service the 4WD (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED system soon. The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the When blinking: The 4WD system is temporarily dis- instrument cluster.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 • Left Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) The EVIC consists of the following: • System status • Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) • Vehicle information warning message displays •...
Page 200: Engine Oil Change Indicator System - If Equipped
200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Gate Ajar (with a single chime) Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN • Headlamps or Park Lamps On position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and •...
Page 201: Evic Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 • Distance To Empty (DTE) EVIC Functions • Elapsed Time • Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) • Personal Settings To Reset The Display Pressing and holding the EVIC button once will clear the function currently being displayed. Reset will only occur if a resettable function is currently being displayed.
Page 202: Compass/Temperature/Audio
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass/Temperature/Audio determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel Press and release the EVIC button to display one of eight tank level. This is not resettable. compass headings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing, the outside temperature, and the current radio NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle...
Page 203: Elapsed Time
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 Elapsed Time Pressing the EVIC button while in this display selects Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset English, Espanol, Deutsch, Italiano, Francais or NL de- when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed pending on availability.
Page 204 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL position (automatic transmission). Press and hold the and hold the EVIC button when in this display until EVIC button when in this display until “ON” or “OFF” “ON” or “OFF” appears to make your selection. appears to make your selection.
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes Display Units In after the ignition switch has been turned OFF. Opening a The EVIC, odometer, and uconnect™ gps system units vehicle door will cancel this feature. Press and hold the can be changed between English and Metric.
Page 206 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” message NOTE: Magnetic and battery powered devices, (such as displayed in the EVIC turns off. The compass will now cell phones, iPod’s, radar detectors, PDA’s and laptops) function normally.
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 To Set the Variance With the ignition in the ON position, Compass Calibration quickly (less than one second) press and release the EVIC If the compass appears erratic or inaccurate, and the button several times until you have displayed the Per- variance has been properly set, you may wish to manu- sonal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) menu.
Page 208: Sales Code Req - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And 6-Disc Cd/Dvd Changer (Mp3/Wma Aux Jack)
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to indicate that the compass is now in the calibration mode, and that the vehicle can now be driven to calibrate. 5. To complete the compass calibration, drive the vehicle in one or more complete 360–degree circle under 5 mph (8 km/h) in an area free from power lines and large metallic objects, until the “CAL”...
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) SCAN Button Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for radio. Press the ON/VOLUME control knob a second the next listenable station in AM, FM or Satellite (if time to turn off the radio.
Page 210 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button uconnect”...
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones.
Page 212 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following Program Type 16-Digit Character Display format types: Public Public Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Rhythm and Blues R & B No program type or Religious Music Rel Musc None undefined...
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 • DISC Play/Pause - You can toggle between station with the same selected Music Type name. The Music Type function only operates when in the FM playing the DVD and pausing the DVD by mode. pushing the SELECT button (if equipped).
Page 214 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: TUNE/SCROLL control knob to adjust the minutes. • The available selections for each of the above entries Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to save varies depending upon the disc. changes. • These selections can only be made while playing a •...
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 down and selecting other. Enter the country code using Aspect Ratio — If Equipped the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down Selecting this item allows you to choose between wide to select the number and then push to select. screen, pan scan, and letter box.
Page 216: Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd-Video)
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET Button — To Set the Pushbutton Memory Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding When you are receiving a station that you wish to button number will display. commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. Buttons 1 - 6 The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc CAUTION! is loading and “READING DISC” when the radio is reading the disc. The radio may shut down during extremely hot conditions. When this occurs, the radio will indicate CAUTION! “Disc Hot”...
Page 218: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button (CD MODE) AM or FM Button (CD MODE) Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the Switches the radio into the AM or FM radio mode. CD. Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginning Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files of the current selection, or return to the beginning of the The radio can play MP3/WMA files;...
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 The radio uses the following limits for file systems: If a disc contains multi-formats, such as CD audio and MP3/WMA tracks, the radio will only play the MP3/ • Maximum number of directory levels: 8 WMA tracks on that disc.
Page 220 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3/WMA Files MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3/WMA data is loaded, Specification Frequency (kHz) the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128, 48, 44.1, 32...
Page 221: List Button (Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders to return to elapsed time display. on the disc.
Page 222: Operating Instructions
222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition No function. System (VR) (If Equipped) For the radio, refer to “Voice Recognition System (VR)” in EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) Section 3. No function. For uconnect™ “Voice Recognition System (VR),” refer to “uconnect™...
Page 223: Sales Code (Rer/Ren/Rbz) - Am/Fm/Cd/ Dvd Radio - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 Dolby SALES CODE (RER/REN/RBZ) — AM/FM/CD/DVD Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. RADIO – IF EQUIPPED Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side Dolby Laboratories.
Page 224: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — uconnect™ phone — If displayed. To move the minute backward, touch the Equipped screen where the word “Min” with the arrow pointing Refer to “uconnect™ phone” in Section 3. downward is displayed. Clock Setting Procedure —...
Page 225: Clock Setting Procedure - Rer/Ren Radio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 Show Time if Radio is Off 3. Touch the screen where the words “Set Time Zone” are When selected, this feature will display the time of day displayed. The time zone selection menu will appear on on the touch screen when the radio is turned off.
Page 226 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To Manually Set the Clock — RER/REN 6. To save the new time setting, touch the screen where the word “Save” is displayed. 1. Turn on the radio. Changing Daylight Savings Time 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. When selected, this feature will display the time of day in 3.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Show Time if Radio is Off Changing the Time Zone When selected, this feature will display the time of day 1. Turn on the radio. on the touch screen when the radio is turned off. Proceed as follows to change the current setting: 2.
Page 228: Sales Code Res - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack)
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right position to operate the radio.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 SEEK Buttons 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch knob to save time change.
Page 230 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second AM/FM Button time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Press the buttons to select either AM or FM mode. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the SET/RND Button —...
Page 231: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact pressing the pushbutton twice.
Page 232 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within CAUTION! 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, • This CD player will accept 4-3/4 in (12 cm) discs the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 233: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 RW/FF Notes on Playing MP3 Files Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 player will begin to fast forward until FF is released, or file recording media and formats are limited.
Page 234 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of files: 255 Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in names and folder names is limited.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification Frequency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128, 48, 44.1, 32...
Page 236: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode SALES CODE RES/RSC — AM/FM STEREO The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an SIRIUS RADIO MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right...
Page 237: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC another selection.
Page 238 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button. UConnect”...
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 TUNE Control Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fourth Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise time and BALANCE will display. Turn the TUNE/ to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers.
Page 240 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following Program Type 16-Digit Character Display format types: Public Public Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Rhythm and Blues R & B No program type or Religious Music Rel Musc None undefined...
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 station with the same selected Music Type name. The AM/FM Button Music Type function only operates when in the FM Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. mode. SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type Memory (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be...
Page 242: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact pressing the pushbutton twice.
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within CAUTION! 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 244: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Notes On Playing MP3 Files Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or file recording media and formats are limited.
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 • Maximum number of files: 255 Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in names and folder names is limited.
Page 246 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification Frequency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128, 48, 44.1, 32...
Page 247: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders to return to elapsed time display. on the disc.
Page 248: Universal Consumer Interface (Uci) - If Equipped
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) radio UCI feature, refer to the separate RER, REN, RBZ, Press this button to change the display to time of day. The RB2 or REZ User’s Manual. UCI is available only if time of day will display for five seconds (when the equipped as an option with these radios.
Page 249: Connecting The Ipod
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 Connecting The iPod Using This Feature Use the provided connection cable to connect an iPod to By using the provided connection cable to connect an the vehicle’s 16–pin connector port (which is located in iPod to the vehicle’s UCI 16–pin connector port: the glove compartment on some vehicles).
Page 250: Play Mode
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Jump forward in the current track by pressing and Play Mode When switched to UCI mode, the iPod automatically holding the FF >> button. starts Play mode. In Play mode, you may use the •...
Page 251: List Or Browse Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 seen all screens, the last INFO button press will take List Or Browse Mode you back to the play mode screen on the radio. During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described below, takes you to List mode. List mode enables you to •...
Page 252 252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • In List mode, the radio PRESET Buttons are used as • LIST button: The LIST button will display the top shortcuts to the following lists on the iPod . level menu of the iPod . Turn the TUNE control knob to list the top-menu item you wish to select and press •...
Page 253: Uconnect™ Studios (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped (Ren/Req/Rer/Res/Reu/Rbz Radios Only)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 sports, news, entertainment, and programming for chil- CAUTION! (Continued) dren, directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios. • Placing items on the iPod , or connections to the NOTE: Sirius service is not available in Hawaii and has iPod in the vehicle, can cause damage to the limited coverage in Alaska.
Page 254: Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (Esn/Sid)
254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification ESN/SID Access With REN/RER/RBZ Radios Number (ESN/SID) While in SAT mode, press the MENU button on the radio Please have the following information available when faceplate. calling: Next, touch the SUBSCRIPTION tab on the touch screen. 1.
Page 255: Satellite Antenna
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 • Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can Satellite Antenna To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the cause intermittent reception. roof around the rooftop antenna location or strap items to •...
Page 256 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN Button (When Equipped) RW/FF Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons the next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con- causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the tinuing to the next.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be When you are receiving a channel that you wish to exited and the radio will tune to the preset channel.
Page 258: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped)
258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons 1 - 6 These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations). Operating Instructions — uconnect™ phone (If Equipped) Refer to “uconnect™ phone” in Section 3. Operating Instructions —...
Page 259: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 The button located in the center of the right-hand control CD Player will switch modes to Radio or CD. Press the top of the switch once to go to the next track on the CD. Press the bottom of the switch once to go to the The left-hand control is a rocker type switch with a beginning of the current track or to the beginning of the pushbutton in the center.
Page 260: Radio Operation And Cellular Phones
260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES wiping from center to edge. Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from 3.
Page 261: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 Manual Heating and Air Conditioning Blower Control Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ven- tilation system in any mode. The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the “O” (OFF) position.
Page 262 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Temperature Control Mode Control (Air Direction) Rotate this control to regulate the tem- Rotate this control to choose from sev- perature of the air inside the passenger eral patterns of air distribution. You compartment. Rotating the dial left into can select either a primary mode as the blue area of the scale indicates identified by the symbols on the con-...
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 Bi-Level Defrost Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use this mode with maxi- mum blower and temperature settings for best wind- NOTE: For all settings except full cold or full hot, there shield and side window defrosting.
Page 264 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Air Conditioning Control • Continuous use of the recirculation mode may make Press this button to engage the Air the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Conditioning. A light will illuminate Extended use of this mode is not recommended. when the Air Conditioning System is engaged.
Page 265: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Operation of the system is quite simple. Equipped 1. Turn the Mode Control knob (on the right) and the Blower Control knob (on the left) to AUTO. NOTE: The AUTO position performs best for front seat occupants only.
Page 266 266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The recommended setting for maximum comfort for the Blower Control average person is 72°F (22°C); however, this may vary. For full automatic operation or for automatic blower operation turn the NOTE: knob to AUTO position. In manual •...
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267...
Page 268 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Floor The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets.
Page 269 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 • Air Conditioner Control NOTE: • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK Press this button to turn on the air conditioning during manual operation position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. only. When the air conditioning is •...
Page 270: Operating Tips
270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you Summer Operation can temporarily put the system into Recirculation The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles Mode by pressing the Recirculation button. However, must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant under certain conditions, while in Automatic Mode, to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect the system is blowing air out the defrost vents.
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they windshield and provide sufficient heating.
Page 272 272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 273 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....278 Manual Transaxle — If Equipped ..281 ▫...
Page 274 274 STARTING AND OPERATING AutoStick — If Equipped ....286 Off-Road Driving Tips ....293 ▫...
Page 275 STARTING AND OPERATING 275 Electronic Brake Control System ... 308 Tires — General Information ... . . 326 ▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ... 308 ▫...
Page 276 276 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ... . 348 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..335 ▫ Base System ......338 Adding Fuel .
Page 277 STARTING AND OPERATING 277 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ... . 356 Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) ....364 ▫...
Page 278: Starting Procedures
278 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES NOTE: • The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. pressed to the floor. •...
Page 279: Normal Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 Do not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition switch to WARNING! the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run, and it Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it will disengage automatically when the engine is running.
Page 280: If Engine Fails To Start
280 STARTING AND OPERATING If Engine Fails to Start CAUTION! If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” and “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the dures, it may be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all engine for more than 15 seconds at a time.
Page 281: Manual Transaxle - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 Fully press the clutch pedal before you shift gears. As you WARNING! release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator pedal. Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution.
Page 282: Recommended Shift Speeds
282 STARTING AND OPERATING Use each gear in numerical order, do not skip a gear. Be Recommended Shift Speeds sure the transaxle is in first gear, (not third), when To use your manual transaxle for optimal fuel economy, starting from a standing position. Damage to the clutch it should be upshifted as listed in the following table.
Page 283: Automatic Transaxle - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 CAUTION! CAUTION! If you skip more than one gear while downshifting Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following or downshift at too high a vehicle speed, you could precautions are not observed: • Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to damage the engine, transmission, or clutch.
Page 284: Brake/Transmission Interlock System
284 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the transaxle will not WARNING! shift out of PARK. Battery power is required to release the brake/transmission interlock system. There is a remov- It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or able plug in the right side of the shift lever housing that NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle allows you to insert your finger to override the system.
Page 285: Gear Ranges
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 Gear Ranges WARNING! DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL positions into another gear range. Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, PARK you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is This range supplements the parking brake by locking the...
Page 286: Autostick - If Equipped
286 STARTING AND OPERATING • Look at the shift indicator window on the shift lever NEUTRAL bezel to ensure it is in the PARK position. This range is used when the vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with the engine running. The engine •...
Page 287: Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 287 and/or the engine from overspeed. Changes down will AutoStick is deactivated: only happen at minimum engine speed to prevent stall- • By holding the shift lever to (+) momentarily ing. • When the shift lever is shifted out of DRIVE Operation •...
Page 288: Four-Wheel Drive Operation - If Equipped
288 STARTING AND OPERATING • If a downshift would cause the engine to overspeed, that shift will not occur until it is safe for the engine. However. the CVT will stay in the manually selected ratio. • If the system detects powertrain overheating, the transmission will revert to the automatic shift mode and remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off.
Page 289: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 289 cluster. This can be done on the fly, at any vehicle speed. WARNING! To deactivate, simply pull on the switch one more time. The “4WD Indicator Light” will then go out. Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the NOTE: Refer to Electronic Stability Control (ESC) in the front wheels.
Page 290: Driving Through Water
290 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. Flowing/Rising Water 3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first WARNING! become visible. Do not drive on or across a road or path where water 4.
Page 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Always check the depth of the standing water age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- before driving through it. Never drive through ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, standing water that is deeper than the bottom of transmission/transaxle, axle, etc.) for signs of con- the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
Page 292: On-Road Driving Tips
292 STARTING AND OPERATING ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS WARNING! Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- narrower track to make them capable of performing in a wide variety of off-road applications. Specific design cle’s traction capabilities.
Page 293: Off-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS CAUTION! You will encounter many types of terrain driving off- road. You should be familiar with the terrain and area Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other before proceeding. There are many types of surface combustible materials.
Page 294: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
294 STARTING AND OPERATING Off-Road) with 4WD LOCK engaged will allow the Snow engine to operate in a higher power range. This will In heavy snow or for additional control and traction at allow you to cross over obstacles and descend hills, with slower speeds, activate the 4WD LOCK and shift the improved control and less effort.
Page 295 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 pressure, accelerating slowly, avoiding abrupt maneu- Deep mud creates a great deal of suction around the tires vers and maintaining the vehicle’s momentum. If you are and is very difficult to get through. You should use low (L going to be driving on large soft sandy areas or dunes, Off-Road) with the 4WD LOCK engaged and maintain reduce your tire pressure to a minimum of 15 psi...
Page 296: Hill Climbing
296 STARTING AND OPERATING Hill Climbing Driving Up Hill Hill climbing requires good judgment and a good under- Once you have determined your ability to proceed and standing of your abilities and your vehicle’s limitations. have shifted into the appropriate gear, line your vehicle Hills can cause serious problems.
Page 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 297 WARNING! WARNING! Never attempt to climb a hill at an angle or turn Do not descend a steep grade in NEUTRAL. Use around on a steep grade. Driving across an incline vehicle brakes in conjunction with engine braking. increases the risk of a rollover, which may result in Descending a grade too fast could cause you to lose severe injury.
Page 298: Driving Through Water
298 STARTING AND OPERATING If You Stall Or Begin To Lose Headway Driving Through Water If you stall or begin to lose headway while climbing a Extreme care should be taken crossing any type of water. steep hill, allow your vehicle to come to a stop and Water crossings should be avoided if possible, and only immediately apply the brake.
Page 299 STARTING AND OPERATING 299 bottom of the axle differentials, you should inspect all of recover the vehicle if necessary. The key to a safe crossing the vehicle fluids for signs of water ingestion. is the water depth, current and bottom conditions. On soft bottoms the vehicle will sink in, effectively increas- CAUTION! ing the water level on the vehicle.
Page 300: After Driving Off-Road
300 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check for accumulations of plants or brush. These CAUTION! things could be a fire hazard, or they might hide damage to fuel lines, brake hoses, axle pinion seals, Muddy waters can reduce the cooling system effec- and propeller shafts.
Page 301: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will WARNING! still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi- tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during excessive wear or unpredictable braking.
Page 302: Power Steering Fluid Check
302 STARTING AND OPERATING apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- WARNING! pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho- rized dealer. Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. CAUTION! Service should be obtained as soon as possible.
Page 303: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in Section 7 for the correct fluid type. PARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied.
Page 304 304 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the automatic • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving transaxle is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a sound to alert the driver.
Page 305: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 CAUTION! WARNING! If the Brake System Warning Light remains on with Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and the parking brake released, a brake system malfunc- possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting tion is indicated.
Page 306: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
306 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! • Pumping of the anti-lock brakes will diminish Driving a vehicle with the “Brake Warning Light” on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking per- their effectiveness and may lead to an accident. formance or vehicle stability during braking may Pumping makes the stopping distance longer.
Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 benefits of anti-lock brakes. If the “ABS Warning Light” WARNING! (Continued) does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to • The capabilities of an ABS-equipped vehicle must the ON position, have the bulb repaired as soon as never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous possible.
Page 308: Electronic Brake Control System
308 STARTING AND OPERATING You may also experience the following when the brake All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and system goes into anti-lock mode: type and tires must be properly inflated to produce • the ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a accurate signals for the computer.
Page 309: Brake Assist System (Bas)
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking. WARNING! Refer to “Anti-Lock Brake System” in this section of the • The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the manual for more information about ABS. natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, Brake Assist System (BAS) nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevail- The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking...
Page 310: Traction Control System (Tcs)
310 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicles speed This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of are sufficient to potentially cause wheel lift, it applies the the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake brake of the appropriate wheel and may also reduce pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will...
Page 311: Hill Descent Control (Hdc) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 between 4 mph (7 km/h) and 6 mph (9 km/h) depending WARNING! on terrain. The system is activated by placing the vehicle in “Off-Road” mode and placing the shift lever in LOW Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- or REVERSE.
Page 312: Hill Start Assist (Hsa) - Manual Transaxle Or Off-Road Package Only
312 STARTING AND OPERATING HDC operation can be overridden with brake application Hill Start Assist (HSA) — Manual Transaxle or to slow the vehicle down below the HDC control speed. Off-Road Package Only Conversely, if more speed is desired during HDC control, The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when the accelerator pedal will increase vehicle speed like starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill.
Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 • Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e., For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle back- following steps: ing uphill is in REVERSE gear). NOTE: You must complete Steps 1 through 8 within 90 seconds.
Page 314: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
314 STARTING AND OPERATING 8. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then an driver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle. additional half-turn to the right. When the actual path does not match the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist 9.
Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 315 ESC Malfunction Indicator Light WARNING! The “ESC Malfunction Indicator Light” in the • The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. It vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the should go out with the engine running.
Page 316 316 STARTING AND OPERATING • The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds Partial Off (Four-Wheel Drive Models) or On when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop (Two-Wheel Drive Models) when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver This mode is entered by momentarily pressing the “ESC that caused the ESC activation.
Page 317 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 Full Off (Four-Wheel Drive Models Only) stability feature at speeds above 35 mph (56 km/h). The This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use “ESC Off Indicator Light” will always be illuminated when ESC stability features could inhibit vehicle maneu- when ESC is off.
Page 318: Tire Safety Information
318 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 319 STARTING AND OPERATING 319 • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded tion.
Page 320 320 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 321: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 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 322: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
322 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: Tire Placard Location 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed 2) total weight your vehicle can carry on the driver’s side B-Pillar.
Page 323 STARTING AND OPERATING 323 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 324 324 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 325...
Page 326: Tires - General Information
326 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause accidents. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 327: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side “B” Pillar. hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure the right or left.
Page 328 328 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the Winter.
Page 329: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 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 330: Tire Spinning
330 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! • Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take only. With these tires, do not drive more than your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the 50 mph (80 km/h).
Page 331: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for more than 30 seconds continuously when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the...
Page 332: Life Of Tire
332 STARTING AND OPERATING Life of Tire Replacement Tires The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying 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 333: Tire Chains
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 334: Snow Tires
334 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at used.
Page 335: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 The suggested rotation method is shown in the following TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) diagram. The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- mended cold placard pressure. The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (6.9 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C).
Page 336 336 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if For example, your vehicle may have a recommended the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure limit for any reason, including low temperature effects, or of 30 psi (207 kPa).
Page 337 STARTING AND OPERATING 337 NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care • The TPMS has been optimized for the original and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warnings have been established for the tire size •...
Page 338: Base System
338 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, • Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in • Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light the tire. Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings Base System The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumi- This is the TPMS warning indicator located in the...
Page 339 STARTING AND OPERATING 339 fault is detected. The system fault will also sound a 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure chime. If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor repeat providing the system fault still exists.
Page 340: Premium System - If Equipped
340 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and The TPMS consists of the following components: reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare • Receiver Module tire, the TPMS will update automatically and the Tire •...
Page 341 STARTING AND OPERATING 341 every ignition cycle for each condition that it detects. In Should a low tire condition occur on any of the four addition, the EVIC will display a graphic of the pressure active road tire(s), you should stop as soon as possible value(s) with the low tire(s) flashing.
Page 342 342 STARTING AND OPERATING the pressure value(s) indicating which Tire Pressure text message will not be present, and a pressure value Monitoring Sensor(s) is not being received. will be displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can occur with any of the following scenarios: 1.
Page 343: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 343 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, a chime will tire, the TPMS will update automatically and the Tire sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light...
Page 344: Fuel Requirements
344 STARTING AND OPERATING The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard following licenses: starting, stalling and hesitations. If you experience these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline (with the ap- propriate octane rating for your engine) before consider- United States .
Page 345: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 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 346: Mmt In Gasoline
346 STARTING AND OPERATING To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the E-85 perform the following: pump, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether or not their gasoline contains MMT. •...
Page 347: Fuel System Cautions
STARTING AND OPERATING 347 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 348: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
348 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper WARNING! maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mal conditions repaired promptly.
Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 349 After removing the gas cap, place the gas cap tether cable CAUTION! over a hook on the inside of the fuel door. This keeps the • Damage to the fuel system or emission control gas cap suspended away from and protects the vehicle’s surface.
Page 350: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
350 STARTING AND OPERATING Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message WARNING! (Continued) If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is filler cap is loose or improperly installed, a “gASCAP” in violation of most state and Federal fire regula- message will be displayed in the Odometer/Trip Odom- tions and may cause the MIL to turn on.
Page 351: Vehicle Certification Label
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Vehicle Certification Label Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label attached to The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. the driver’s door B-Pillar. This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the The label contains the following information: GVWR.
Page 352 352 STARTING AND OPERATING Curb Weight Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight shorten useful service life. Heavier suspension compo- of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full nents do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s GVWR.
Page 353: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 353 TRAILER TOWING Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) In this section you will find safety tips and information The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem- with your vehicle.
Page 354 354 STARTING AND OPERATING that typically provides adjustable friction associated with WARNING! the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition Weight-Carrying Hitch can result if either rating is exceeded.
Page 355: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 355 safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and Weight Ratings) chart for the maximum GTW towable for contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability. your given drivetrain.
Page 356: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
356 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt. (See Note 1) 2.0L Auto/Man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (50 kg)
Page 357: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard in the Tire Safety Information section of this manual for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle.
Page 358 358 STARTING AND OPERATING Perform the maintenance listed in the “Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) Schedule.” Refer to Section 8 of this manual. When • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR, or GCWR, overload your vehicle or trailer.
Page 359 STARTING AND OPERATING 359 − Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe WARNING! (Continued) and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to • Total weight must be distributed between the tow “Tires – General Information” in this section for proper vehicle and the trailer such that the following four tire inflation procedures.
Page 360 360 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes CAUTION! − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. loaded, it should have its own brakes and they This could cause inadequate braking and possible should be of adequate capacity.
Page 361 STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights and Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety. The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven- pin wiring harness.
Page 362: Towing Tips
362 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transaxle The automatic transaxle fluid and filter should be changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation.
Page 363 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped Cooling System To reduce the potential for engine and transaxle over- − Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. heating, take the following actions: − When using the speed control, if you experience speed −...
Page 364: (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
364 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING NOTE: Vehicles equipped with manual transaxles may (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) be recreationally towed (flat towed) at any legal highway speed, for any distance, if the manual transaxle is in Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat NEUTRAL and the ignition key is in the ACC position.
Page 365: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Jacking Instructions ....369 Hazard Warning Flasher ....366 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 366: Hazard Warning Flasher
366 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel, below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. •...
Page 367: Automatic Transaxle Overheating
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 367 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OVERHEATING an impending overheat condition: During sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up long grades on hot days, the automatic transaxle oil may •...
Page 368: Jacking And Tire Changing
368 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack.
Page 369: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 369 Preparations For Jacking 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or position. For example, if changing the slippery areas.
Page 370 370 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely the edge of the roadway as possible before raising careful of motor traffic.
Page 371 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 371 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning CAUTION! them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in Step 3.
Page 372 372 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left. WARNING! 8. Finish tightening the nuts. Push down on the wrench Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make while tightening the wheel nuts. Alternate nuts until each the vehicle less stable.
Page 373: Jump-Starting Procedures
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 373 10. Place the deflated (flat) tire in the cargo area. Have battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type of start the tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible. can be dangerous if done improperly, so follow this procedure carefully.
Page 374 374 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). See your autho- WARNING! (Continued) rized dealer to correct this condition. • A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flam- 1. When boosting from a battery in another vehicle, park mable and explosive.
Page 375 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 375 4. Connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive 7. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster terminal of the booster battery. Connect the other end of battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the the jumper cable to the positive terminal of the dis- engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Page 376: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
376 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your may lead to transmission overheating and failure.
Page 377: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 377 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Manual Transaxle • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) or All Wheel Drive (AWD) With Ignition Key vehicles can be flat towed (all four wheels on the Automatic Transaxle ground) with the transmission in NEUTRAL. •...
Page 378: Without The Ignition Key
378 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Without The Ignition Key CAUTION! Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed • If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the with the ignition in the LOCK position. A dolly should be used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised.
Page 379: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 2.0L ... . . 381 Maintenance Procedures ....386 ▫...
Page 380 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Exhaust System ..... 394 Replacement Bulbs ....415 ▫...
Page 381: Engine Compartment - 2.0L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L 1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 — Integrated Power Module 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Battery (Under Cover) 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap 4 — Air Cleaner Filter 9 —...
Page 382: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 — Battery (Under Cover) 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 —...
Page 383: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 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 384: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE persists, the message will appear the next time the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- turn on the MIL.
Page 385: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 5. 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 386: Maintenance Procedures
386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempting MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES any procedure yourself. The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control vehicle. systems may void your warranty and could result in civil penalties being assessed against you.
Page 387: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level CAUTION! (Continued) before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will that protect the performance and durability of give you an incorrect reading.
Page 388 388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Selection CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions, the Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine as manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer- indicated by the range markings, as described above, tified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material on the engine oil dipstick will cause oil aeration,...
Page 389 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 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 390: Engine Oil Filter
390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Filter WARNING! The engine oil filter should be replaced 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 All of this manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type...
Page 391 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 391 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can should not be disconnected and should only be burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).
Page 392: Air Conditioner Maintenance
392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.
Page 393: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental removed.
Page 394: Adding Washer Fluid
394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods Adding Washer Fluid may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use The washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt compartment, and the fluid level should be checked at from a dry windshield.
Page 395 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system, CAUTION! or if exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged, The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded have a competent technician inspect the complete ex- fuel only.
Page 396 396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning CAUTION! engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool. vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
Page 397: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 Cooling System rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- WARNING! freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently •...
Page 398 398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection Of Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this • Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine section for the correct fluid type. coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi- tional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they CAUTION! may not be compatible with the radiator engine...
Page 399 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 vehicle. Please review these recommendations for using Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- coolant (antifreeze). cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
Page 400 400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children do not store ethylene glycol-based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
Page 401 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. the coolant recovery bottle. If engine coolant (anti- freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to recovery bottle must also be protected against freez-...
Page 402: Brake System
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is WARNING! equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting •...
Page 403 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 when the pads are replaced. However, low fluid level WARNING! may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed. • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a manual fluid.
Page 404: Automatic Transaxle (Cvt) - If Equipped
404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Transaxle (CVT) – If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) Selection Of Lubricant • Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing transaxle to assure optimum transaxle performance.
Page 405: Manual Transaxle - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 Fluid Level Check Manual Transaxle – If Equipped The fluid level in the automatic transaxle should be Lubricant Selection checked only by a trained technician. Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission Fluid And Filter Changes fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 406: Rear Drive Assembly (Rda) - Awd/4Wd Models Only
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If contaminated with water, the fluid should be Frequency Of Fluid Change changed immediately. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the proper maintenance intervals. Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) – AWD/4WD Models Only Power Transfer Unit (PTU) –...
Page 407: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 Frequency Of Fluid Change What Causes Corrosion? Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of proper maintenance intervals. paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion The most common causes of corrosion are: •...
Page 408 408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If insects, tar or other similar deposits have accumu- Special Care lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 409 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well Equipped packaged and sealed. Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- ner: •...
Page 410 410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Interior Care WARNING! Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting. Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean vinyl closed areas, they may cause respiratory harm.
Page 411 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 Glass Surfaces Instrument Panel Bezels All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis CAUTION! with MOPAR Glass Cleaner or any commercial household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve- cleaner.
Page 412: Fuses
412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Maintenance inside of the cover. Refer to “Engine Compartment” in Do not bleach, dye or clean the seat belts with chemical this section of the Owner’s Manual for the underhood solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. location of the IPM.
Page 413 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp IOD Sense2 15 Amp IGN Run/Acc Dome Green Lt Blue Lamp/Sunroof/Rear Wiper Motor/ACC 40 Amp Power Seats Inverter Green 10 Amp IOD Feed Mod-Wcm 20 Amp CCN Power Locks/ Yellow...
Page 414 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp ENG ASD Relay Feed 3 10 Amp Headlamp Washer Lt Blue Relay Control – If Equipped 15 Amp Power Sunroof Feed Lt Blue 30 Amp ENG ASD Control Pink...
Page 415: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 VEHICLE STORAGE CAUTION! If you will not be using your vehicle for more than • When installing the IPM cover, it is important to 21 days, you may want to take steps to preserve your battery. ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched.
Page 416: Bulb Replacement
416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS BULBS — Exterior Bulb No. Low Beam/High Beam Headlamp ... . H13 Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker Lamp . . . 3757KA Front Fog Lamp ..... . PSX24W Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) .
Page 417 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 2. Reach into engine compartment and pull red lock out 3. Remove the green connector from the back of the bulb at connector. by pulling straight back.
Page 418: Fog Lamps
418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Twist the bulb to the left. NOTE: These are halogen bulbs. Take care not to touch the bulb with your fingers. Body oils from your fingers 5. Pull bulb outward from assembly. could cause excessive heat buildup which reduces bulb life.
Page 419: Tail Lamps, Rear Turn Signals And Backup Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 Tail Lamps, Rear Turn Signals and Backup Lamps 1. Remove the two push-pins from the taillamp housing. 2. Grasp the taillamp and pull firmly to disengage the light from the aperture panel. 3. Twist and remove socket from the light. 4.
Page 420: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Light is an LED assembly. See your authorized dealer for 3. Pull the bulb from the socket. replacement.
Page 421: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 13.6 Gallons 51.5 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.0L and 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts 4.26 Liters Cooling System * 2.0L and 2.4L Engine (MOPAR Engine Coolant/Antifreeze 5 7.2 Quarts 6.8 Liters Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent)
Page 422: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 423: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transaxle (CVT) – If MOPAR CVTF+4 Equipped Manual Transaxle – If Equipped MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) MOPAR Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5 or equivalent non-synthetic product.
Page 425 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emissions Control System Maintenance ..426 Maintenance Schedule ....426 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..428...
Page 426 426 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. the continued proper functioning of the emissions control On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped system.
Page 427 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 427 NOTE: Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the message after completing the scheduled oil change. If this time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s scheduled oil change is performed by someone other oil if it has been six months since your last oil change than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by...
Page 428 428 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month At Each Oil Change • Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals •...
Page 429 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 429 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 430: Service Schedule
430 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 431 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 431 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 432 432 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 433 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 433 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 434 434 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Replace the spark plugs. ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. ❏...
Page 435 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 435 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 436 436 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 ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 437 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 437 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 438 438 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 ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 439 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 439 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 440 440 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Replace the spark plugs. ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. ❏...
Page 441 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 441 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service 126 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 442 442 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service 138 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 443 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 443 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or 150 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Replace the spark plugs. ❏ Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 444 444 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
Page 445: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle......447 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 446 446 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 453 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......453 ▫...
Page 447: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 447 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 448: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
448 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (800) 992-1997 •...
Page 449: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 449 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 450: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
450 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) 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.
Page 451: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 451 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 452 452 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 453 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 453 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 454 454 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 455 INDEX...
Page 456 456 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ....306 Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ... 58,61,64 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ..398 Alarm Light .
Page 457 INDEX 457 Overheating ......367 Brakes ......305,402 Selection Of Lubricant .
Page 458 458 INDEX Cargo Light ......169 Cleaning Cargo Load Floor ......172 Wheels .
Page 459 INDEX 459 Disposal of Used Coolant ....400 Dipsticks Drain, Flush, and Refill ....397 Power Steering .
Page 460 460 INDEX Electric Remote Mirrors ....89 Checking Oil Level ..... 387 Electrical Power Outlets .
Page 461 INDEX 461 Filters Folding Rear Seat (Sedan) ....135 Air Cleaner ......390 Four Wheel Drive .
Page 462 462 INDEX Fuses ....... . 412 Hands-Free Phone (uconnect ) ....92 Hazard Garage Door Opener (HomeLink ) .
Page 463 INDEX 463 Hitches Introduction ......4 Trailer Towing ......355 HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter .
Page 464 464 INDEX Latches ....... . 82 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 314 Hood .
Page 465 INDEX 465 Turn Signal ....82,139,141,419 Manual, Service ......451 Voltage .
Page 466 466 INDEX Multi-Function Control Lever ....139 Recommendation ....388,421 Synthetic .
Page 467 INDEX 467 Power Rear Axle (Differential) ....406 Door Locks ......28 Rear Drive Assembly .
Page 468 468 INDEX Replacement Tires ..... . . 332 Schedule, Maintenance ....426 Reporting Safety Defects .
Page 469 INDEX 469 Seatback Release ..... . . 128 Spare Tire ......329,368 Tilting .
Page 470 470 INDEX Stuck, Freeing ......376 Tire Safety Information ....318 Sun Roof .
Page 471 INDEX 471 Rotation ......334 Minimum Requirements ....357 Safety .
Page 472 472 INDEX Turn Signals ..... . 141,186,419 Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) ... . . 185 UCI Connector .

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