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Page 1 Liberty 2 0 1 1 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and features and equipment that are either standard or op- the name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Warnings And Cautions ....7 Rollover Warning .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
Page 7: How To Use This Manual
INTRODUCTION 5 control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by in a collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal 10,000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injury.
Page 8 6 INTRODUCTION...
Page 9: Warnings And Cautions
INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.
Page 10: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ To Arm The System ....18 A Word About Your Keys ....12 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ....24 ▫ Wind Buffeting ..... . . 38 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System ▫ Child Restraints ..... . 77 (BeltAlert ) —...
Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has You can insert the double-sided keys into the locks with the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These either side up.
Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, features such as the power window switches, radio, power sunroof or Sky Slider (if equipped), and power outlets will...
Page 16: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key-In-Ignition Reminder WARNING! If you open the driver’s door and the key is in the • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving ignition, a chime will sound to remind you to remove the key.
Page 17 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal seconds if someone uses an invalid key to try to start the vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec- engine.
Page 18: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Replacement Keys procedure. This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle that has never been programmed. electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
Page 19: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch. Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within do not have a programmed Sentry Key , contact your 15 seconds.
Page 20: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED will turn off the horn after three minutes, turn off all of The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors, the visual signals after 15 minutes, and then the Vehicle liftgate, and liftgate flipper glass for unauthorized entry Security Alarm will rearm itself.
Page 21: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 cancel the arming process. If the Vehicle Security Alarm The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your arms successfully, the Vehicle Security Light will flash at vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the a slower rate to indicate the alarm is set.
Page 22: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE This feature also turns on the approach lighting (if the line of transmission must not be blocked with metal equipped). For details, refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor- objects when using the RKE transmitter. mation Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer- NOTE: Inserting the key into the ignition switch dis- Programmable Features)”...
Page 23: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE following steps: transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice to 1.
Page 24: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Illuminated Approach — If Equipped Sound Horn With Lock This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter. are locked with the RKE transmitter.
Page 25 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the 3. Test the feature from outside the vehicle by pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter. following steps: 4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to 1.
Page 26: To Unlatch The Liftgate Flip-Up Window
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlatch the Liftgate Flip-Up Window and the Security modes to hear the differences in the Press the REAR RELEASE button twice to unlatch the horn. In case one should go off in the future, you will liftgate flip-up window.
Page 27: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: You may need to be close to the vehicle when 2. With the RKE transmitter buttons facing down, use a using the RKE transmitter to turn off the PANIC Alarm flat blade tool to pry the two halves of the RKE transmit- due to the radio frequency noises emitted by the system.
Page 28: General Information
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause proved by the party responsible for compliance could battery deterioration.
Page 29: How To Use Remote Start
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 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 30: Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle • For security, power window operation and sunroof or Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release Sky Slider operation (if equipped) is disabled when the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 WARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle.
Page 32: Power Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks If you press the power door LOCK switch while the key A power door lock switch is located on each of the front is in the ignition, and any front door is open, the power door trim panels.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 6. The doors were not previously locked using the power 3. Press the power door LOCK switch to lock the doors. door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the transmitter.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. The driver door is opened. 2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON/ RUN and then back to LOCK four times, ending up in the 5. The doors were not previously unlocked. LOCK position.
Page 35: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with a Child-Protection Door Lock system. To use the system, open each rear door, use a flat blade screwdriver (or ignition key) and rotate the dial counter- clockwise to engage the Child-Protection lock and clock- wise to disengage the Child-Protection locks.
Page 36: Windows
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • After disengaging the Child-Protection Door Lock WINDOWS system, always test the door from the inside to make Power Windows certain it is in the desired position. The window controls on the driver’s door trim panel •...
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 The window controls will operate when the ignition To stop the window from going all the way down during switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position. the Auto-Down operation, pull up on the switch briefly. For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle WARNING! Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches...
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection — If either front door will cancel this feature. The time is programmable. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Equipped Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable On some models, the driver’s and front passenger’s (if Features)”...
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Reset controls, press and release the window LOCKOUT but- It may be necessary at some point in time to reactivate the ton again (setting it in the up position). Auto Up feature. To do so, perform the following proce- dure: 1.
Page 40: Wind Buffeting
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof or Sky Slider™ (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions.
Page 41: Liftgate Flipper Glass
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 WARNING! Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your pas- sengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. Liftgate Flipper Glass The liftgate flipper glass is also unlocked when the liftgate is unlocked.
Page 42: Occupant Restraints
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS WARNING! Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: To avoid injury, stand back when opening. Glass may automatically rise. • Three-point lap and shoulder belts for all seating positions NOTE: If a malfunction to the liftgate latch should •...
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may infant and child restraint systems. For more information enhance occupant protection by managing occupant on LATCH, see Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren energy during an impact event (LATCH).
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child WARNING! seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint. Infants in rear facing child restraints should never (Refer to “Child Restraints”) ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger...
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 5. If the airbag system in this vehicle needs to be WARNING! (Continued) modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact • Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided (SABIC) also need room to inflate.
Page 46: Lap/Shoulder Belts
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Some of the worst injuries happen when people are WARNING! thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 2. The seat belt latch plate is located on the B-Pillar along WARNING! (Continued) the outboard side and rear of the seat cushion. The rear • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make seat belt latch plates are located on the C-Pillar for the your injuries in an accident much worse.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. a bit on the shoulder belt.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seating positions, the shoulder belt can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck. Press the release button to release the anchorage, and then move it up or down to the position that fits you best.
Page 52: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure buckle pretensioning devices. These devices are designed Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ to remove any slack from the seat belt systems in the shoulder belt. event of a collision.
Page 53: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are wrap around the occupants mid-section so as to not equipped with Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) activate the ALR.
Page 54: Supplemental Active Head Restraints (Ahr)
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode WARNING! 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- the entire belt is extracted.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 How the Active Head Restraints (AHR) Work The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines whether the severity, or type of rear impact will require the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy. If a rear impact requires deployment, both the driver and front passenger seat AHRs will be deployed.
Page 56 54 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 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mecha- nism 1 — Downward Movement 2 —...
Page 58: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert ) - If Equipped
56 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 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 BeltAlert will chime as a single notification and illumi- 1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position, and nate the Seat Belt Reminder Light, then will proceed to buckle the driver’s seat belt. the 96 second reminder sequence.
Page 60: Energy Management Feature
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Energy Management Feature Seat Belts And Pregnant Women This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts management feature in the front seating positions to help throughout their pregnancy.
Page 61: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbags
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in an accident. Only use when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Airbags based upon seat position. This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and/or front passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether the driver or front passenger seat belt is fastened.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 • Supplemental Active Head Restraint for Driver and Airbag System Components Your vehicle may be equipped with the following airbag Front Passenger system components: • Occupant Classification System (OCS) • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) •...
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an WARNING! impact that requires airbag deployment. This low output • No objects should be placed over or near the is used in less severe collisions. A higher energy output is used for more severe collisions.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential WARNING! (Continued) for side-impact head injuries. The SABIC airbags deploy • Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster in downward, covering both windows on the impact side. any way.
Page 66: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If your vehicle is equipped with left and right Supple- Knee Impact Bolsters mental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC), do not The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block driver and the front passenger, and position front occu- the location of the SABIC.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC), and front seat The SABIC will not deploy in all side collisions. SABIC belt pretensioners, as required, depending on the severity deployment will depend on the severity and type of and type of impact.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC contains a backup power supply system that WARNING! may deploy the airbags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to Also, the ORC turns on the “Airbag Warning protect you in a collision.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • Occupant Classification Module (OCM) “PASS AIR BAG OFF” to show that the passenger The OCM is located beneath the front passenger seat. The Advanced Front Airbag will not inflate during a collision OCM classifies the occupant into categories based on the requiring airbag deployment.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The PAD indicator light should not be illuminated when WARNING! an adult passenger is properly seated in the front passen- ger seat. In this case, the passenger Advanced Front Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an Airbag is ready to be inflated if a collision requires an airbag.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Drivers and adult passengers should verify that the PAD If there is a fault present in the airbag system, the Airbag Indicator Light is not illuminated when an adult is riding Warning Light (a red light located in the center of the in the front passenger seat.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Airbag The Advanced Front Airbag gas is vented through the Inflator Units vent holes in the sides of the airbag. In this way, the The Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Airbag airbags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the side WARNING! curtain airbag. The inflating side curtain airbag pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and If your vehicle is equipped with left and right covers the window.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The following requirements must be strictly adhered to: WARNING! • Do not modify the front passenger seat assembly or Unapproved modifications or service procedures to components in any way. the front passenger seat assembly, its related compo- •...
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Enhanced Accident Response System NOTE: Front and/or side airbags will not deploy in all In the event of an impact causing airbag deployment, if collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with the communication network remains intact, and the the airbag system.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate Maintaining Your Airbag System the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye WARNING! irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat irritation, move to fresh air.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Airbag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) You will want to have the airbags ready to • Do not attempt to modify any part of your airbag inflate for your protection in a collision. The system.
Page 78: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • How various systems in your vehicle were operating; NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.
Page 79: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is WARNING! required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- can become a projectile inside the vehicle.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! • Safety experts recommend that children ride Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg).
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit slouching can move the belt out of position. the vehicle’s seat belts properly.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child WARNING! restraint: • Improper installation can lead to failure of an • Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it infant or child restraint.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 have features for installation using the vehicle’s seat WARNING! belts. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the top tether anchorages, have been When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in available for some time.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you are installing LATCH-compatible child restraints The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars, located at in adjacent rear seating positions, you can use the the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, LATCH anchors or the vehicle’s seat belt for the outboard and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to position, but you must use the vehicle’s seat belt at the...
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- rear seating position located on the back of the seat. facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension of the strap.
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE downward into the seat, removing slack in the straps belt. However, any seat belt system may loosen with according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc- time, so check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if tions.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, you may need to do something more. Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn the buckle around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle again.
Page 88: Engine Break-In Recommendations
86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 89: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 A new engine may consume some oil during its first few WARNING! (Continued) thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, considered a normal part of the break-in and not inter- inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 90: Exhaust Gas
88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate WARNING! control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Page 91: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Defroster Vehicle Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to Seat Belts feel the air directed against the windshield. See your Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, authorized dealer for service if your defroster is frays, and loose parts.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Al- Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of ways properly reinstall and secure floor mats that vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- have been removed for cleaning.
Page 93: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 95: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......98 Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped ..102 ▫...
Page 96 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Voice Command System Operation ..133 Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped ..151 ▫ Commands ......134 ▫...
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 ▫ Headlight Time Delay — If Equipped ..159 ▫ Intermittent Wiper System ....166 ▫...
Page 98 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Accelerate For Passing ....173 ▫ Using HomeLink ....187 ▫...
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 ▫ Venting Sunroof — Express ... . . 191 ▫ Sky Slider™ Maintenance ....197 ▫...
Page 100: Mirrors
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 101: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 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 102: Power Mirrors
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors WARNING! The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel. 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 convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 103: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Models with Express Window Feature Models without Express Window Feature Press and release the mirror select button marked L (left) Press the mirror select button marked L (left) or R (right) or R (right) and then press one of the four arrow buttons and then press one of the four arrow buttons to move the to move the mirror in the direction the arrow is pointing.
Page 104: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use The sun visor “Slide-On Rod” feature allows for addi- the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the tional flexibility in positioning the sun visor to block out mirror cover upward.
Page 105 Only one linked (or paired) mobile phone can be • www.dodge.com/uconnect used with the system at a time. The system is available in • www.jeep.com/uconnect English, Spanish, or French languages. • or call 1–877–855–8400 WARNING! Uconnect™...
Page 106: Operation
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect™ Phone Button The Uconnect™ Phone is fully integrated with the vehi- The radio or steering wheel controls (if cle’s audio system. The volume of the Uconnect™ Phone equipped) will contain the two control buttons can be adjusted either from the radio volume control (Uconnect™...
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 • For certain operations, compound commands can be Help Command used. For example, instead of saying “Setup” and then If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to “Phone Pairing”, the following compound command know your options at any prompt, say “Help”...
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For identification purposes, you will be prompted to To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer- ence your mobile phone Owner’s Manual. The give the Uconnect™ Phone a name for your mobile Uconnect™...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 • The system will prompt you to say the name of the Dial By Saying A Number person you want to call. • Press the button to begin. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say •...
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say The Uconnect™ Phone will allow you to enter up to 32 “Phonebook New Entry”. names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations.
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 • Automatic download and update, if supported, begins • This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or as soon as the Bluetooth wireless phone connection is deleted on the Uconnect™ Phone. These can only be made to the Uconnect™...
Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Edit Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries • The phone handset must support Bluetooth OBEX NOTE: transfers of phonebook entries to use this feature. • Editing names in the phonebook is recommended • Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if they when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to delete.
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries “Phonebook List Names”. • Press the button to begin. • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the names of all the •...
Page 115: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Phone Call Features Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — Call The following features can be accessed through the Currently In Progress Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on your If a call is currently in progress and you have another mobile service plan.
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to “Toggling Three-Way Calling Between Calls” in this section. To combine two calls, refer To initiate three-way calling, press the button to “Conference Call” in this section. while a call is in progress, and make a second phone call, as described under “Making a Second Call While Current Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold...
Page 117: Uconnect™ Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say • After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can “Redial”. continue on the Uconnect™ Phone for a certain dura- tion, after which the call is automatically transferred •...
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and voice commands will be in that language. “Emergency” and the Uconnect™ Phone will instruct the paired mobile phone to call the emergency num- NOTE: After every Uconnect™...
Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 in Mexico). Please refer to the 24-Hour “Towing Assis- WARNING! tance” coverage details on the DVD in the Warranty Information Booklet and the 24-Hour Towing Assis- To use your Uconnect™ Phone System in an emer- tance references.
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Working With Automated Systems is also to be used for navigating through an automated This method is used in instances where one generally has customer service center menu structure, and to leave a to press numbers on the mobile phone keypad while number on a pager.
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Barge In — Overriding Prompts Phone And Network Status Indicators The “Voice Command” button can be used when you If available on the radio and/or on a premium display wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by command immediately.
Page 122: Advanced Phone Connectivity
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Certain brands of mobile phones do not send the Advanced Phone Connectivity dial ring to the Uconnect™ Phone to play it on the vehicle Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone audio system, so you will not hear it. Under this situation, The Uconnect™...
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say List Paired Mobile Phone Names “Setup Select Phone” and follow the prompts. • Press the button to begin. • You can also press the button at any time while •...
Page 124: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You can also press the • Press and hold the button at any time while button for five seconds until the list is being played, and then choose the phone you the session begins, or, wish to delete.
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 • After the “Ready” prompt, and the following beep, say • low-to-medium blower setting, “Setup”, then “Reset”. • low-to-medium vehicle speed, This will delete all phone pairing, phone book entries, • low road noise, and other settings in all language modes.
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • It is not recommended to store similar sounding Far End Audio Performance names in the Uconnect™ Phonebook. • Audio quality is maximized under: • Phonebook (Downloaded and Uconnect™ Phone Lo- • low-to-medium blower setting, cal) name recognition rate is optimized when the •...
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be • Uconnect™ Phone will play the new text message for compromised with the convertible top down. you. Recent Calls After reading a message, you can “Reply” or “Forward” If your phone supports “Automatic Phonebook Down- the message using Uconnect™...
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List of Preset Messages: 13. I’ll be late 1. Yes 14. Are you there yet? 2. No 15. Where are we meeting? 3. Where are you? 16. Can this wait? 4. I need more direction. 17.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF Bluetooth Communication Link Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the the system from announcing the new incoming mes- Uconnect™...
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Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 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 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 135: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 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 136: Commands
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If you do not say a command within a few When using this system, you should speak clearly and at seconds, the system will present you with a list of a normal speaking volume. options.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) Changing the Volume • “System Setup” (to switch to system setup) 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button. Radio AM (or Radio Long Wave or Radio Medium Wave —...
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Next Station” (to select the next station) • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) • “Previous Station” (to select the previous station) • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) •...
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 • “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the • “Delete All” (to delete all memos) recording, you may press the Voice Command Setup button to stop recording. You proceed by saying one of To switch to system setup, you may say on of the the following commands: following:...
Page 140: Voice Training
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Voice Training” switched off. This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The system will adapt to the last trained voice only. NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the Voice Command button first and wait for the beep SEATS...
Page 141: Driver's Power Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Driver’s Power Seat — If Equipped Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. the seat near the floor. Use this switch to move the seat up Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will or down, forward or rearward or to tilt the seat.
Page 142: Heated Seats - If Equipped
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Passenger Power Seat — If Equipped CAUTION! Vehicle’s equipped with passenger power seats can only be adjusted forward and backward. Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to WARNING! the seat controls.
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. NOTE: When a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of within two to five minutes. heat in use.
Page 144: Manual Front Seat Adjustments
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Repeated overheating of the seat could damage the heating element and/or degrade the material of the seat. Manual Front Seat Adjustments For models equipped with manual seats, the driver and passenger seats can be adjusted forward or rearward by using a bar by the front of the seat cushion, near the floor.
Page 145: Front Seat - Manual Recline
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seatbelts and while the vehicle is parked.
Page 146: Manual Lumbar Support - If Equipped
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Lumbar Support — If Equipped Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat — If Equipped For models equipped with manual lumbar the support This feature allows the front passenger seatback to fold lever is located on the inboard side of the seat. Turn the flat for extended cargo space.
Page 147: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Head Restraints Active Head Restraints — Front Seats Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- by restricting head movement in the event of a rear nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily impact.
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the adjust- forward and backward. To tilt the head restraint closer to ment button, located at the base of the head restraint, and the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the push downward on the head restraint.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things to Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players.
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose cargo. To avoid accidental deployment of the Ac- tive Head Restraint ensure that all cargo is se- cured, as loose cargo could contact the Active Head Restraint during sudden stops.
Page 151: 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat With Fold-Flat Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things to Know be sure that the front seats are fully upright and posi- Before Starting Your Vehicle” for information on tether tioned forward. This will allow the rear seat to fold down routing.
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Pull the release strap (toward the front of the vehicle). To Raise The Rear Seat NOTE: If interference from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully locking, you will have difficulty returning the seat to its proper position.
Page 153: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Recliner Adjustment WARNING! The rear seatback also reclines for additional passenger comfort. Pull the release strap while sitting in the rear Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat to recline the seatback. shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 154: Programming The Memory Feature
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE recall either of the two pre-programmed memory profiles 1. Turn the ignition ON. by pressing the appropriate side of the switch. 2. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer- ences (i.e., seat, side mirror and radio station presets). 3.
Page 155: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 3. Press and release the SET button on the memory Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry switch, then press the side of the rocker switch labeled (2) Transmitter To Memory within five seconds. The EVIC, if equipped, will display Your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters can be which memory position is being set.
Page 156: Memory Position Recall
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Your RKE transmitters can be unlinked to the To recall the memory settings for driver one, press memory setting by pressing the SET button followed by MEMORY button number 1 or the UNLOCK button on the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter in Step 4 the RKE transmitter linked to memory position 1.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 • The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the The distance the driver seat moves depends on where you have the driver seat positioned when you remove the driver’s seat position is less than 0.9 in (23 mm) key from the ignition switch.
Page 158: To Open And Close The Hood
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Outside of the vehicle, locate the safety latch lever Two latches must be released to open the hood. between the grille and hood opening (left of center when facing hood).
Page 159: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 LIGHTS CAUTION! Multifunction Lever To prevent possible damage: The multifunction lever on the left side of the steering • Before closing hood, make sure the hood prop rod column controls the operation of the headlights, parking is fully seated into its storage retaining clips.
Page 160: Headlights And Parking Lights
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights and Parking Lights Automatic Headlights — If Equipped Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent This system automatically turns the headlights on or off for parking light operation. Turn the end of the lever to according to ambient light levels.
Page 161: Headlights With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Headlights With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if the multifunction lever is placed in the AUTO position. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature.
Page 162: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To activate the delay, turn the ignition switch to the Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped LOCK position while the headlights are still on. Then, The high beam headlights will turn on as Daytime turn off the headlights within 45 seconds.
Page 163: Fog Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Fog Lights — If Equipped Turn Signals To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows lights or the low beam headlights and pull out on on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show the end of the multifunction lever.
Page 164: High/Low Beam Switch
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is NOTE: If the multifunction lever is held in the flash-to- moved, it would suggest that the indicator bulb is pass position for more than 15 seconds, the high beams defective.
Page 165: Map/Reading Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is turned completely upward to the second detent. Cargo Light The cargo light is mounted in the headliner above the rear cargo area.
Page 166: Windshield Wipers And Washers
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield Wiper Operation The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent past the right side of the steering column. The front wipers are the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 NOTE: The wipers will automatically return to the CAUTION! (Continued) “park” position if you turn OFF the ignition switch while • Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents they are operating. The wipers will resume operation the windshield wiper blades from returning to the when you turn the ignition switch back to the ON off position.
Page 168: Intermittent Wiper System
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Intermittent Wiper System There are five delay settings, which allow you to regulate Use the intermittent wiper system when weather condi- the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every tions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause second to a maximum of approximately 36 seconds between cycles desirable.
Page 169: Mist Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in the off position, the wipers will operate for two or three wipe cycles and then turn off. WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision.
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The rain-sensing feature can be turned on and off The sensitivity of the system is adjustable from the windshield wiper/washer control lever. Wiper delay through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center position 1 is the least sensitive and wiper delay position (EVIC) —...
Page 171: Headlights With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 • Neutral Wipe Inhibit — The rain-sensing feature will Headlights with Wipers (Available with Automatic not operate when the ignition is ON, and the shift Headlights Only) lever is in the NEUTRAL position, and the vehicle When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on speed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h), unless the wiper approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on...
Page 172: Tilt Steering Column
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT STEERING COLUMN To unlock the steering column, push the control handle This feature allows you to tilt the steering column downward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering upward or downward. The tilt control handle is located wheel upward or downward as desired.
Page 173: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control right side of the steering wheel. System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed.
Page 174: To Set A Desired Speed
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Set A Desired Speed To Resume Speed Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button button and release.
Page 175: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains set, push the SET (-) button. If the button is continually speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on held in the SET (-) position, the set speed will continue to moderate hills is normal.
Page 176: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF ParkSense Sensors EQUIPPED The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/ bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual within the sensors’...
Page 177: Parksense Display
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 The ParkSense Warning Display is located in the Instru- ParkSense Display ment cluster’s EVIC display. It provides both visual and When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display audible warnings to indicate the distance between the will turn ON indicating the system status.
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object the EVIC display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Fast Tone Continuous Tone...
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than...
Page 181: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Enabling And Disabling ParkSense The ParkSense switch LED will be ON when Park- ParkSense can be enabled and disabled with a switch Sense is disabled or defective. The ParkSense switch located in the switch bank of the instrument panel or LED will be OFF when the system is enabled.
Page 182: Cleaning The Parksense System
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE detected a faulted condition, the EVIC will display the ParkSense System Usage Precautions “CLEAN PARK ASSIST SENSORS” or the “SERVICE NOTE: PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” message for as long as the • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, vehicle is in REVERSE.
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 • Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking care CAUTION! not to scratch or damage them. The sensors must not • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable be covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or debris. Failure to do so can result in the system not working to recognize every obstacle, including small ob- properly.
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist • Drivers must be careful when backing up even System, it is strongly recommended that the ball when using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist Sys- mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected tem.
Page 185: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink unit operates off your vehicle’s battery.
Page 186: Programming Homelink
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming HomeLink WARNING! Before You Begin • Your motorized door or gate will open and close If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, while you are training the Universal Transceiver. erase all channels before you begin training.
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 • After training a HomeLink channel, if the garage Place the handheld transmitter 1–3 in (3-8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program door does not operate with HomeLink and the ga- while keeping the indicator light in view.
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This can usually be found where the hanging antenna 1. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAINING wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is button. The name and color of the button may vary by NOT the button normally used to open and close the manufacturer.
Page 189: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 Gate Operator/Canadian Programming If you unplugged the device for training, plug it back in Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- at this time. nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of Then proceed with Step 4 under “Programming transmission –...
Page 190: Security
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button until Troubleshooting Tips the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here are some of the most common solutions: release the button.
Page 191: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The power sunroof switch is located between the sun Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following visors on the overhead console.
Page 192: Opening Sunroof - Express
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half • Never leave unattended children in a vehicle with second and the sunroof will open automatically from any position. The sunroof will open fully and stop automati- the key in the ignition switch.
Page 193: Closing Sunroof - Manual Mode
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode NOTE: Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is To close the sunroof, press and hold the switch in the pressed. forward position. Any release of the switch will stop the Venting Sunroof —...
Page 194: Sunroof Maintenance
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power sunroof open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- switch will remain active for up to approximately ten rence and can be minimized.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 • The system will not operate at vehicle speeds of CAUTION! (Continued) 86 mph (138 km/h) or above. • Always close the Sky Slider™ when leaving your • Opening and closing the Sky Slider™ repeatedly with- vehicle, damage to the vehicle interior can occur.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • If potential danger exists while opening or closing Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries the Sky Slider™ in Automatic Mode, press and that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and release the switch immediately to interrupt the others around you: operation.
Page 197: Sky Slider™ Control
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 Sky Slider™ Control Opening The Sky Slider™ The Sky Slider™ switch is located between the sun visors Using Automatic Mode on the overhead console. Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half second and the Sky Slider™...
Page 198: Closing The Sky Slider
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using Operator Mode Using Operator Mode Press the switch rearward and hold it, the Sky Slider™ If the Sky Slider™ is open from the front, press the switch will open from the front and move toward the rear of the forward and hold it, the Sky Slider™...
Page 199: Anti-Pinch Protect Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 completely. The left motor facing forward will close the Wind Buffeting top when it is open from the rear of the vehicle. The right Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of motor will close the top when it is open from the front of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the the vehicle.
Page 200: Electrical Power Outlet
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET Insert the cigar lighter or accessory plug into the outlet Your vehicle is equipped with a fused 12 Volt (13 Amp) for use to ensure proper operation. power outlet. This power outlet is located on the instru- NOTE: To ensure proper operation a MOPAR knob ment panel, below the climate controls.
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 202: Cupholders
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS CAUTION! (Continued) There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers, • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, located in the center console. vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the battery even more quickly. Only use these inter- mittently and with greater caution.
Page 203: Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 The rear passengers have cupholders at the rear of the STORAGE center console. Glove Box Storage Compartment The glove box storage compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Pull outward on the latch to open the storage compartment.
Page 204: Front Storage Compartment
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Storage Compartment Console Storage Compartment The front storage compartment (located on the left side of To open, press the latch and lift the cover. the instrument panel) can hold cell phones, PDAs, and other small items.
Page 205: Cargo Area Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 The center console has a removable storage tray which CARGO AREA FEATURES can hold cell phones, PDAs, and other small items. Cargo Load Floor The cargo load floor system has a load capacity of 400 lbs (181 kg).
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Flip the spring-loaded latch pull-loops up. 4. Turn over the cover and reinstall it. NOTE: You can install the cover with either side facing upward. 5. With the cover seated in the floor, pull upward on loops and twist them one-quarter turn so that they are no longer parallel to the slots in the cover.
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 Cargo Tie-Down Hooks And Loops The tie-downs located on cargo area floor should be used to secure loads safely when the vehicle is moving. Cargo Tie-Down Loops Cargo tie-down loops are located on the trim panels. Cargo Tie-Down Hooks...
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! • Cargo tie-downs are not safe anchors for a child The weight and position of cargo and passengers can seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or accident, a change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle han- tie-down could pull loose and allow the child seat dling.
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or protect passengers from loose cargo. The removable retractable cargo area cover mounts in the cargo area behind the top of the rear seats.
Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Next, grab the cover handle and pull the cover toward WARNING! you. As the cover nears the liftgate opening, guide the rear attachment posts (on both ends of the cover) into the In a collision, a cargo cover loose in the vehicle could notches in the trim panels.
Page 211: Rear Window Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rotate the switch upward to the first detent posi- tion for rear wiper operation. Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear wiper/washer is controlled by a rotary switch NOTE: The rear wiper operates in an intermittent mode located on the control lever.
Page 212: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE mirrors. An indicator in the button will illuminate when CAUTION! (Continued) the rear window defroster is on. The rear window • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra- defroster automatically turns off after approximately sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the 10 minutes.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 External racks do not increase the total load carrying CAUTION! (Continued) capacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the total occupant • Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care- and luggage load inside the vehicle, plus the load on the fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the luggage rack, do not exceed the maximum vehicle load roof rack.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Compass Display / ECO (Fuel Saver Mode) Instrument Panel Features ....216 — If Equipped ..... . 239 Instrument Cluster .
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ List Button ▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play) ..259 And MP3 Audio Play ....270 ▫...
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 Steering Wheel Audio Controls ... . 291 Climate Controls ..... . 294 ▫...
Page 218: Instrument Panel Features
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 4 — Radio 7 — Power Outlet 2 — Instrument Cluster 5 — Glove Compartment 8 — Lower Switch Bank 3 — Storage Tray 6 — Climate Control 9 —...
Page 219: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 220: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should 1. Fuel Gauge determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those The fuel gauge shows level of fuel in tank when ignition tires.) switch is in the ON/RUN position.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light 6. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) This light informs you of a problem with the The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a an onboard diagnostic system, called OBD, that problem is detected, the light will come on monitors engine and automatic transmission con-...
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 7. High Beam Indicator CAUTION! This indicator shows that the high beam head- lights are on. Pull the multifunction control lever Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause on the left side of the steering column toward you to damage to the engine control system.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL continuous chime will sound to alert you to turn the NOTE: • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC signals off. If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 the charging system light remains on, it means that the 14. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho- (ABS).
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 15. Tachometer (48 km/h). If these conditions are not met while attempt- This gauge measures engine revolutions-per-minute ing to use the HDC feature, the HDC indicator light will (RPM x 1000). When the engine RPM are kept within the flash on/off.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 20. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator pass H, the indicator will continuously flash and a Light — If Equipped continuous chime will occur until the engine is allowed This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- to cool.
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 24. Transmission Temperature Warning Light — If CAUTION! Equipped This light indicates that the transmission fluid Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage temperature is running hot. This may occur your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H” pull over with severe usage, such as trailer towing.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 below the speedometer. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle In- WARNING! formation Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” for details. If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is Resetting the Trip Odometer illuminated and you continue operating the vehicle, Display the trip mileage that you want to reset, “Trip A”...
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 27. Odometer Display/Trip Odometer Display Vehicle Odometer Messages The odometer display shows the total distance the ve- When the appropriate conditions exist, the following hicle has been driven. The trip odometer shows indi- messages will display in the odometer: vidual trip mileage.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 ECO / ECO-ON (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped press the odometer reset button to turn off the message. The ECO-ON indicator will illuminate when you are If the problem continues, the message will appear the driving in a fuel efficient manner and can be used to next time the vehicle is started.
Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you change indicator system is duty cycle based, which start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate reset.
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 flash or remain on continuously. Refer to “Occupant booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop. Vehicle”...
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
Page 235: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. 34. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) / Compass Display — If Equipped On vehicles equipped with a Premium Cluster, this display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) messages when the appropriate conditions exist.
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Vehicle information warning message displays • Tire Pressure Monitor System (if equipped) • Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) • Compass display • Outside temperature display • Trip computer functions • Uconnect™ gps system screens (if equipped) •...
Page 237: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 DOWN Button Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Press and release the DOWN button to scroll Displays downward through the main menus and sub When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays menus. the following messages. •...
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Memory System Disabled – Vehicle in Motion (with a • Left Front Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer to single chime) — manual transmission “Tire Pressure Monitoring System” in “Starting And Operating”. • Memory System Disabled – Seat Belt Buckled (with a •...
Page 239: Oil Change Required
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 • Service Park Assist System (with a single chime) indicator system (after performing the scheduled main- tenance) perform the following procedure: • Oil Change Required (with a single chime) 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Do not •...
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Elapsed Time and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level. DTE cannot be reset through the FUNCTION • Display Units of Measure in SELECT button. Press the SCROLL button to cycle through all the Trip NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle Computer functions.
Page 241: Compass Display / Eco (Fuel Saver Mode) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 • Display Units of Measure in: Compass Display / ECO (Fuel Saver Mode) — If To make your selection, press and release the FUNC- Equipped TION SELECT button until “ENGLISH” or “METRIC” The compass readings indicate the direction appears.
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL This feature allows you to monitor when you are driving Manual Compass Calibration in a fuel efficient manner, and it can be used to modify If the compass appears erratic and the “CAL” indicator driving habits in order to increase fuel economy. does not appear in the EVIC display, you must put the compass into the Calibration Mode manually as follows: Automatic Compass Calibration...
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 5. Complete one or more 360–degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” indicator turns off. The compass will now function normally. Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North.
Page 244: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Press the SCROLL button until “Compass Variance” Language displays in the EVIC. When in this display you may select one of five lan- guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip 4. Press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button functions and the navigation system (if equipped).
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION driver seat, side mirror, adjustable pedals (if equipped), SELECT button until “ON” or “OFF” appears. power tilt and telescopic steering column (if equipped), and a set of desired radio station presets. When OFF is Remote Key Unlock selected, only the memory switch on the driver’s door When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, only the driver’s...
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatically Move Seat Back on Exit — If Headlights On with Wipers (Available with Auto Equipped Headlights Only) This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to When on is selected, and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxi- enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on.
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock Illumination Approach When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter.
Page 248: Media Center 230 (Req) - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And 6-Disc Cd/Dvd Changer (Mp3/Wma Aux Jack)
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Hill Start Assist (HSA) — If Equipped MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREO When on is selected, the HSA system is active. Refer to RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER “Electronic Brake Control System” in “Starting And (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) Operating”...
Page 249: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 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 250 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not Clock Setting Procedure available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. Uconnect Phone” message will display on the radio screen.
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 INFO Button Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the message broadcast from an FM station (FM mode only).
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to 16-Digit Character Program Type exit setting tone, balance, and fade. Display Classic Rock Cls Rock MUSIC TYPE Button College College Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 SETUP Button 16-Digit Character Program Type Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between Display the following items: Soft Soft Soft Rock Soft Rck NOTE: Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll through the entries. Push the AUDIO/SELECT button to Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R &...
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • DVD Play Options - Selecting the DVD Play Options • VES™ Power - Allows you to turn VES™ ON and will display the following: OFF (if equipped). • Subtitle – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will switch •...
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 Menu Language — If Equipped the disc). You can select a language not listed by scrolling Selecting this item will allow the user to choose the down and selecting other. Enter the country code using default startup DVD menu language (effective only if the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down language supported by disc).
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AutoPlay — If Equipped and press and release that button. If a button is not When this is set to On and a DVD video is inserted, it will selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- bypass the DVD menu screen and automatically play the ton, the station will continue to play but will not be movie.
Page 257: Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd-Video)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 Buttons 1 - 6 CAUTION! These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you commit to pushbutton memory {12 AM, 12 FM, and 12 The radio may shut down during extremely hot Satellite (if equipped) stations}. conditions.
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. is loading and “READING DISC” when the radio is SEEK Button (CD MODE) reading the disc. Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the CD.
Page 259: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 RW/FF (CD MODE) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 begin to fast forward until FF is released, or RW or Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
Page 260: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. frequencies in the following table are supported. In Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported. The CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3/ majority of MP3/WMA files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate WMA files).
Page 261: List Button (Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 • Number of files and folders - Loading times will ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album title are supported for ID3 version 1 tags. ID3 version 2 is not increase with more files and folders supported by the radios.
Page 262: Info Button (Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)
260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil- Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll through iary device if the AUX jack is connected. the following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the Name, and Folder Name (if available).
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment Press the TIME button to change the display from System (VES)™ (If Equipped) elapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day will Refer to “Video Entertainment System (VES)™” in the display for five seconds.
Page 264: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DTS™ radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a wel- DTS™ and DTS™ 2.0 are trademarks of Digital The- come kit that contains general information, including ater Systems, Inc. how to setup your on-line listening account. For further information, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or Uconnect™...
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is Reception Quality selected. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number following reasons: display will time out in two minutes.
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons additional three seconds will make the radio display the Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next Song Title all of the time (press and hold again to return channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek to normal display).
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory type. When you are receiving a channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
Page 268: Media Center 730N/430/430N
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons 1 - 6 MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES) These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations). side of the radio faceplate.
Page 269: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch position to operate the radio.
Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL knob to save time change. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid-range tones.
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM exit setting tone, balance, and fade. and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by AM/FM Button pressing the pushbutton twice.
Page 272: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio MP3 Audio Play ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and •...
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes. TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within...
Page 274: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- following table are supported.
Page 276: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s...
Page 277: Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio (Sales Code Res+Rsc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode (SALES CODE RES+RSC) 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 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch Uconnect Phone”...
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE/ INFO Button SCROLL control knob. Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text 3.
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the MUSIC TYPE Button mid-range tones.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 16-Digit Character 16-Digit Character Program Type Program Type Display Display Classic Rock Cls Rock Soft Soft College College Soft Rock Soft Rck Country Country Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&B Foreign Language Language Sports Sports Information Inform Talk...
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SETUP Button window. Select the button (1–6) you wish to lock onto this Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between station and press and release that button. If a button is the following items: not selected within five seconds after pressing the SET/ RND button, the station will continue to play but will not •...
Page 283: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 Buttons 1 - 6 Inserting Compact Disc(s) These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD commit to pushbutton memory (12 AM and 12 FM label facing up.
Page 284 282 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 285: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 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 286 284 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 287 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 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 288: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders more and the radio will display song titles for each file. on the disc.
Page 289: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a wel- Press this button to change the display to time of day. The come kit that contains general information, including time of day will display for five seconds (when the how to setup your on-line listening account.
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is Reception Quality selected. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number following reasons: display will time out in two minutes.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 SEEK Buttons additional three seconds will make the radio display the Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next Song Title all of the time (press and hold again to return channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek to normal display).
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory type. When you are receiving a channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
Page 293: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS button number will display. The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to Buttons 1 - 6 access the switches.
Page 294: Radio Operation
292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a The button located in the center of the left-hand control pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- mode of the sound system.
Page 295: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective precautions: coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding.
Page 296: Climate Controls
294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS Blower Control The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to Rotate this control to regulate the make you comfortable in all types of weather. amount of air forced through the ven- tilation system in any mode. The Manual Heating and Air Conditioning blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the “O”...
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems Panel lower than expected, check the front of the A/C con- Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument denser located in front of the radiator for an accumula- panel.
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Floor NOTE: • The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix, Air is directed through the floor outlets with a small amount flowing through the defrost and side Defrost, or a blend of these modes, even if the Air window demist outlets.
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 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 300: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If
298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 The recommended setting for maximum comfort is 72°F Blower Control (22°C) for the average person; however, this may vary. For full automatic operation or for automatic blower operation turn the NOTE: knob to AUTO position. In manual •...
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
Page 303 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 • 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 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 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 305: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 • 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 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they windshield and provide sufficient heating.
Page 307 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 309: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . 315 Starting Procedures ....311 ▫ Normal Starting ..... 311 ▫...
Page 310 308 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ When To Use 4WD Low Range ..331 ▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ....343 ▫...
Page 311 STARTING AND OPERATING 309 ▫ Tire Pressure ..... . . 364 Tire Chains ......374 ▫...
Page 312 310 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ... . 390 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ... . . 403 ▫...
Page 313: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 STARTING PROCEDURES Normal Starting Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
Page 314: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or -29°C)
312 STARTING AND OPERATING Extreme Cold Weather (below –20°F or –29°C) WARNING! (Continued) To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail- it started.
Page 315: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 With Tip Start ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED If the engine fails to start after you have followed the The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- quicker starts in cold weather.
Page 316: Automatic Transmission
314 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! CAUTION! It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, ing precautions are not observed: the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in •...
Page 317: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. To move the shift lever out of the PARK position, the ignition switch must be turned to the ON or START position (engine running or not) and the brake pedal must be pressed.
Page 318 316 STARTING AND OPERATING the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range. REVERSE Always apply the parking brake first, then place the shift This range is for moving the vehicle rearward. Use this lever in the PARK position. range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
Page 319 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 • vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph 2 (Second) This range is used for moderate grades and to assist (48 km/h) braking on dry pavement or in mud and snow. Begins at • the TOW/HAUL button has not been activated a stop in low gear with automatic upshift into second gear.
Page 320 318 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: TOW/HAUL mode locks out Overdrive. normal operation. If the TOW/HAUL mode is desired, the switch must be pressed each time the engine is started. Transmission Limp Home Mode Transmission function is monitored for abnormal condi- tions.
Page 321: Four-Wheel Drive Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 5. Move the shift lever into the desired gear range. FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION If the problem is no longer detected, the transmission will MP1522 Command-Trac Transfer Case – If return to normal operation. If the problem persists, Equipped PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to oper- Operating Information and Precautions...
Page 322 320 STARTING AND OPERATING Use the transfer case NEUTRAL position for recreational CAUTION! (Continued) towing only. Refer to “Recreational Towing” in “Starting • The 4WD LOCK position and 4WD LOW position and Operating” for further information. are intended for loose or slippery road surfaces only.
Page 323 STARTING AND OPERATING 321 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Since four-wheel drive provides improved trac- • You or others could be injured if you leave the tion, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the stopping speeds.
Page 324 322 STARTING AND OPERATING Shift Positions The transfer case switch is located on the center console Rear Wheel Drive High Range - This range is used for next to the shift lever. normal street and highway driving on dry hard-surfaced roads.
Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 323 NOTE: The “SERV 4WD Warning Light” monitors the Neutral - This range disengages both the front driveshaft electric shift four-wheel drive system. If this light re- and rear driveshaft from the powertrain. To be used for mains on after engine start up, or it illuminates during flat towing behind another vehicle.
Page 326 324 STARTING AND OPERATING the vehicle stopped or in motion. With the vehicle in 4WD Lock to 4WD Low motion, the transfer case will engage/disengage faster if When shifting into or out of 4WD LOW, some gear noise you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after mov- may be heard.
Page 327: Mp3022 Selec-Trac Ii Transfer Case - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 325 Alternate Procedure The ignition switch must be in the ON position for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. operable. If the ignition switch is not in the ON position, 2.
Page 328 326 STARTING AND OPERATING This transfer case is intended to be driven in either the CAUTION! two-wheel drive position (2WD) or the four-wheel drive • The 4WD LOW position is intended for loose or Auto position (4WD AUTO) for normal street and high- way conditions such as dry hard-surfaced roads.
Page 329 STARTING AND OPERATING 327 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Since four-wheel drive provides improved trac- • You or others could be injured if you leave the tion, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the stopping speeds.
Page 330 328 STARTING AND OPERATING Shift Positions 4WD Auto The transfer case switch is located on the center console Four-Wheel Drive Auto High Range – This active on- next to the shift lever. demand range makes available optimum traction for a wide range of conditions, while maximizing driver con- venience.
Page 331 STARTING AND OPERATING 329 NOTE: The “SERV 4WD Warning Light” monitors the Neutral - This range disengages both the front driveshaft electric shift four-wheel drive system. If this light re- and rear driveshaft from the powertrain. To be used for mains on after engine start up, or it illuminates during flat towing behind another vehicle.
Page 332 330 STARTING AND OPERATING 2WD to 4WD Auto 2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. Move the transfer case switch to the desired position. 3. While still rolling, move the transfer case switch to the Shifts between 2WD and 4WD Auto can be done with the desired position.
Page 333: On-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 the transfer case. If these requirements are not met prior An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better to attempting the shift or while the shift attempt is in view of the road, allowing you to anticipate problems. process, then the indicator light will flash, and the They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as current transfer case position will be maintained.
Page 334: Driving Through Water
332 STARTING AND OPERATING where additional low speed pulling power is needed. Driving through water more than a few inches/ Vehicle speeds in excess of 25 mph (40 km/h) should be centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure avoided when in 4WD LOW range. safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.
Page 335: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 Standing Water lower gear than necessary to maintain headway. Over- Avoid driving in standing water deeper than 20 in revving the engine can spin the wheels and traction will (51 cm), and reduce speed appropriately to minimize be lost.
Page 336: Traction Downhill
334 STARTING AND OPERATING speed. If the brakes are required to control vehicle speed, turning the front wheels slowly left and right. This may apply them lightly and avoid locking or skidding the provide a fresh “bite” into the surface and will usually tires.
Page 337 STARTING AND OPERATING 335 • After extended operation in mud, sand, water, or always a good idea to check for damage. That way you can get any problems taken care of right away and have similar dirty conditions, have the radiator, fan, brake your vehicle ready when you need it.
Page 338: Power Steering
336 STARTING AND OPERATING • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering in tight spaces.
Page 339: Power Steering Fluid Check
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Power Steering Fluid Check WARNING! Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are with the engine off to prevent injury from moving apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.
Page 340 338 STARTING AND OPERATING The parking brake lever is located in the center console. When the parking brake is applied with the ignition To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as switch ON, the “Brake Warning Light” in the instrument possible.
Page 341 STARTING AND OPERATING 339 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or the parking brake. Always apply the parking injury.
Page 342: Anti-Lock Brake System
340 STARTING AND OPERATING ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM The ABS conducts a low-speed self-test at about 12 mph The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is designed to aid the (20 km/h). If you have your foot lightly on the brake driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse while this test is occurring, you may feel slight pedal braking conditions.
Page 343 STARTING AND OPERATING 341 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- The ABS is subject to possible detrimental effects of ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase electronic interference caused by improperly in- braking or steering efficiency beyond that af- stalled aftermarket radios or telephones.
Page 344: Electronic Brake Control System
342 STARTING AND OPERATING • Engines may idle at higher speeds during warm-up, system includes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Traction which could cause rear wheels to spin and result in Control System (TCS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Hill loss of vehicle control. Be especially careful while Start Assist (HSA), Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM), and driving on slippery roads, in close-quarter maneuver- Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
Page 345: Traction Control System (Tcs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 343 a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin WARNING! across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent brake of the spinning wheel.
Page 346: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
344 STARTING AND OPERATING benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brak- Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ing pressure during the stopping sequence, (do not This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by “pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the unless braking is no longer desired.
Page 347: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 time expires, the system will release brake pressure and WARNING! the vehicle will roll down the hill as normal. The system will release brake pressure in proportion to amount of Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- throttle applied.
Page 348 346 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! • If you use a trailer brake controller with your There may be situations where the Hill Start Assist (HSA) will not activate and slight rolling may occur, trailer, the trailer brakes may be activated and such as on minor hills (i.e., less than 7%), or with a deactivated with the brake switch.
Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 Disabling and Enabling HSA 3. Apply the parking brake. This feature can be turned on or turned off. To change the 4. Start the engine. current setting, proceed as follows: 5. Rotate the steering wheel one-half turn to the left. For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Infor- mation Center (EVIC), refer to “Hill Start Assist,”...
Page 350: Hill Descent Control (Hdc) - If Equipped
348 STARTING AND OPERATING Hill Descent Control (HDC) – If Equipped HDC control speed. If more speed is desired during HDC HDC is only intended for low speed off-road driving. control, the accelerator pedal will increase vehicle speed HDC maintains vehicle speed while descending hills in in the usual manner.
Page 351: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 The “Hill Descent” button is located in the lower switch 2. Press the “Hill Descent” button. The “Hill Descent bank below the climate control. Control Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will turn on solid. NOTE: If the transfer case is not in 4WD LOW range, the “Hill Descent Control Indicator Light”...
Page 352 350 STARTING AND OPERATING counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. En- Light” also flashes when the TCS is active. If the “ESC gine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash maintain the desired path. during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible.
Page 353 STARTING AND OPERATING 351 ESC Operating Modes Partial Off – Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles and Depending upon model and mode of operation, the ESC Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles in 2WD and 4WD High system has up to three operating modes: “ESC On” Range “Partial Off,”...
Page 354 352 STARTING AND OPERATING “Partial Off” mode by momentarily pressing the “ESC In this mode, ESC and TCS are turned off (except for the Off” button. Once the situation requiring “Partial Off” “limited slip” feature described in the TCS section) until mode is overcome, turn ESC back on by momentarily the vehicle reaches a speed of 40 mph (64 km/k).
Page 355: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 353 to the PARK position and then moved out of the PARK Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a position. This will occur even if the message was malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this cleared previously.
Page 356: Tire Safety Information
354 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION • The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” Tire Markings and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momen- tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESC system will be ON even if it was turned off previously.
Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” ing the size designation.
Page 358 356 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 359 STARTING AND OPERATING 357 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 360: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
358 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 361: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 Tire Terminology and Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof. Cold Tire Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 362: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
360 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle Tire Placard Location...
Page 363 STARTING AND OPERATING 361 To determine the maximum loading conditions of your 3) tire size designed for your vehicle vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or spare tires.
Page 364 362 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 365 STARTING AND OPERATING 363...
Page 366: Tires - General Information
364 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 367: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 365 stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and unpredict- hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to able steering response.
Page 368 366 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 369: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 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 370: Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel - If Equipped
368 STARTING AND OPERATING Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire and Do not install more than one non-matching temporary Wheel – If Equipped use spare tire/wheel on the vehicle at any given time. The spare tire of your vehicle is equivalent in look and CAUTION! function as the original equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle of your vehicle.
Page 371: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 T, S = Temporary Spare Tire WARNING! Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip- Compact spares are for temporary emergency use ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled only. With these spares, do not drive more than on your vehicle at the first opportunity.
Page 372: Limited-Use Spare - If Equipped
370 STARTING AND OPERATING your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the WARNING! original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity. Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle Limited-Use Spare –...
Page 373: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 371 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) when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel no matter what the speed.
Page 374: Life Of Tire
372 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles de- Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six pends on tires of equal size, type and circumference years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to on each wheel.
Page 375: Replacement Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 373 Replacement Tires WARNING! The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure. The manu- that specified for your vehicle.
Page 376: Tire Chains
374 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having To avoid damage to your vehicle, tires, or chains, adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire observe the following precautions: failure and loss of vehicle control. •...
Page 377: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 375 These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ- CAUTION! (Continued) ing link and cable (radial) chains. • Install chains on the rear wheels as tightly as possible and then retighten after driving about ⁄ TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS mile (0.8 km).
Page 378: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
376 STARTING AND OPERATING The suggested rotation method is the “forward-cross” CAUTION! shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern does not apply to some directional tires that must not be Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles de- reversed. pends on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel.
Page 379 STARTING AND OPERATING 377 three hour period. The cold tire inflation pressure must cold placard pressure in order for the “Tire Pressure not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into Monitoring Telltale Light” to turn off. The system will the tire sidewall. Refer to “Tires – General Information” automatically update and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring in “Starting and Operating”...
Page 380 378 STARTING AND OPERATING Telltale Light” will turn off only after the tires are inflated CAUTION! (Continued) to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure • After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, value. always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve CAUTION! stem, which could damage the Tire Pressure Moni-...
Page 381: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 379 • The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- The TPMS consists of the following components: nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain • Receiver Module correct tire pressure using an accurate tire pressure •...
Page 382 380 STARTING AND OPERATING should stop as soon as possible, check the inflation 1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to pressure of each tire on your vehicle, and inflate each tire facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPMS to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure sensors.
Page 383 STARTING AND OPERATING 381 2. If you install the full-size spare in place of a road tire 3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning limit, 15 mph (24 km/h), the “TPMS Telltale Light” will flash a chime will sound and the “TPMS Telltale Light”...
Page 384: Premium System - If Equipped
382 STARTING AND OPERATING • Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Premium System – If Equipped The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to equipped) has a tire pressure monitoring sensor.
Page 385 STARTING AND OPERATING 383 will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. Check TPMS Warning When a system fault is detected, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 386 384 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPMS sensors. 2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting that affects radio wave signals. 3. Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings.
Page 387 STARTING AND OPERATING 385 turn on upon the next ignition key cycle. In addition, the 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road EVIC will display a Low Pressure message and a graphic tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning showing the low tire pressure value flashing.
Page 388: General Information
386 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, following licenses: the TPMS will update automatically. In addition, the “TPMS Telltale Light”...
Page 389: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 387 as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline lines. Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro- before considering service for the vehicle. vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components.
Page 390: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
388 STARTING AND OPERATING Problems that result from using gasoline containing To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol E-85 perform the following: are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may •...
Page 391: Materials Added To Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 389 of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump; Fuel System Cautions therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether CAUTION! the gasoline contains MMT. It is even more important to look for gasolines without MMT in Canada, because Use the following guidelines to maintain your vehi- MMT can be used at levels higher than those allowed in cle’s performance:...
Page 392: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
390 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being WARNING! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Most of these products contain high concentra- Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon tions of methanol.
Page 393: Adding Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 391 ADDING FUEL WARNING! (Continued) Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door, on the maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected driver’s side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or every time the vehicle is raised.
Page 394 392 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near system could result from using an improper fuel the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the cap (gas cap).
Page 395: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 • If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL will VEHICLE LOADING come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time Certification Label the vehicle is refueled. As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message affixed to the driver’s side door or B-Pillar.
Page 396 394 STARTING AND OPERATING Payload Rim Size The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size weight a truck or any given vehicle can carry, including the listed.
Page 397: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 395 The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commer- CAUTION! cial scale to ensure that the GVWR has not been ex- ceeded. The weight on the front and rear of the vehicle Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR should then be determined separately to be sure that the or the maximum front and rear GAWR.
Page 398: Common Towing Definitions
396 STARTING AND OPERATING Common Towing Definitions WARNING! The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: If the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) is 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) or more, it is mandatory to use a weight- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) distributing hitch to ensure stable handling of your The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
Page 399 STARTING AND OPERATING 397 rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certifica- Trailer Sway Control – Mechanical tion Label” in “Starting and Operating” for further The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be information. installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction associated with WARNING! the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer...
Page 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING used in accordance with the manufacturers’ directions, it WARNING! (Continued) provides for a more level ride, offering more consistent • Weight Distributing Systems may not be compatible steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing with Surge Brake Couplers. Consult with your hitch safety.
Page 401 STARTING AND OPERATING 399 With Weight Distributing Hitch (Correct) Improper Adjustment of Weight-Distributing Hitch (Incorrect)
Page 402: Trailer Hitch Classification
400 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Your vehicle is capable of towing trailers up to 2,000 lbs Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to the Standards standard equipment. Your vehicle may be factory Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) equipped for safe towing of trailers weighing over...
Page 403: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 401 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/ Model Frontal Area Max. GTW Max. Tongue Wt. Transmission (Gross Trailer Wt.) (See Note) 3.7L/Automatic 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 2,000 lbs (907 kg)
Page 404 402 STARTING AND OPERATING When Towing Trailers with Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) between 3,500 Lbs (1 588 kg) and 5,000 Lbs (2 268 kg) The following chart provides maximum trailer weight ratings towable for the following engine/transmission combinations, ONLY if using a weight distributing hitch. Engine/ Model Frontal Area...
Page 405: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 403 Trailer And Tongue Weight Consider the following items when computing the Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer •...
Page 406: Towing Requirements
404 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements WARNING! To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- train components, the following guidelines are recom- Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these mended: guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: CAUTION! •...
Page 407 STARTING AND OPERATING 405 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your 3. GAWR vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. (This requirement may limit the ability to always Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a...
Page 408 406 STARTING AND OPERATING − Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage − An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General required when towing a trailer with electronically Information” in “Starting and Operating” for informa- actuated brakes.
Page 409 STARTING AND OPERATING 407 NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles WARNING! wiring harness. • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy- The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys- but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.
Page 410 408 STARTING AND OPERATING Four-Pin Connector Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn 2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn 3 — Ground 6 —...
Page 411: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 409 Towing Tips specified for “police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer tow- Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, ing.” Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper and backing the trailer in an area located away from maintenance intervals.
Page 412 410 STARTING AND OPERATING Cooling System To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- heating, take the following actions: − City Driving When stopped for short periods of time, shift the trans- mission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed. −...
Page 413: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 411 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheel OFF the Two-Wheel Drive Four-Wheel Drive Models Ground Models See Instructions • Transmission in PARK Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED • Transfer case in NEUTRAL (N) •...
Page 414: Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
412 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models 7. Disconnect the negative battery cable and secure it Recreational towing is allowed if the rear wheels are OFF away from the battery post. the ground. This may be accomplished using a tow dolly Flat towing (with all four wheels on the ground) is or vehicle trailer.
Page 415: Recreational Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 413 reinstallation procedures, including flange CAUTION! orientation/alignment, use of thread-locking compound, • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. proper bolt torque specifications, etc. Internal damage to the transmission or transfer CAUTION! case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing.
Page 416 414 STARTING AND OPERATING Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for CAUTION! (Continued) recreational towing. • Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be CAUTION! damaged. It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL (N) before Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N) recreational towing to prevent damage to internal...
Page 417 STARTING AND OPERATING 415 6. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, 7. After the shift is completed and the NEUTRAL light press and hold the recessed transfer case N (Neutral) comes on, release the NEUTRAL button. button (located above the selector switch) for four sec- 8.
Page 418 416 STARTING AND OPERATING the shift has been completed. If any of these require- CAUTION! ments are not met prior to pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button or are no longer met during the four second Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- timer, then the NEUTRAL (N) indicator light will flash mission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case in continuously until all requirements are met or until the...
Page 419 STARTING AND OPERATING 417 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it con- nected to the tow vehicle. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. 3. Reconnect the negative battery cable. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK/OFF position (if it has been moved or the engine has been started).
Page 420 418 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: When shifting out of transfer case N (Neutral), completed. If any of these requirements are not met turning the engine OFF may be required to avoid gear prior to pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button or are no clash.
Page 421: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Preparations For Jump-Start ... . . 429 Hazard Warning Flashers ....420 ▫...
Page 422: Hazard Warning Flashers
420 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the switch bank below the climate controls. potential for overheating your engine by taking the appropriate action.
Page 423: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 421 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down WARNING! an impending overheat condition: You or others can be badly burned by hot engine • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 424: Jack Location
422 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location WARNING! (Continued) The scissor-type jack and tire changing tools are located • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The in the cargo compartment behind a trim cover on the left vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You rear trim panel.
Page 425: Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 423 Spare Tire Stowage The spare tire is stowed underneath the rear of the vehicle and is held in place by a cable winch mechanism. Spare Tire Removal Fit the jack handle extension over the drive nut located in the rear cargo area inside the vehicle.
Page 426: Preparations For Jacking
424 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES When the spare is clear, tilt the retainer at the end of the 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. cable, and pull it through the center of the wheel. 3. Set the parking brake. NOTE: Refer to “Compact Spare Tire”...
Page 427: Jacking Instructions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 425 Jacking Instructions WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. help prevent personal injury or damage to your •...
Page 428 426 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle. 1. Remove spare tire. 2. Remove jack and tools from mounting bracket. As- semble the tools by connecting the driver to the exten- sion, and then to the lug wrench.
Page 429 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 427 WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable and cause a collision. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6.
Page 430: Jump-Starting Procedures
428 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left, 12. Remove blocks from wheels. and remove the jack. CAUTION! 9. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while tightening for increased leverage. Alternate Do not attempt to raise vehicle by jacking on loca- nuts until each nut has been tightened twice.
Page 431: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 429 CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
Page 432: Jump-Starting Procedure
430 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
Page 433 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 431 CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark or the discharged vehicle.
Page 434: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
432 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion.
Page 435: Shift Lever Override
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 433 NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Con- WARNING! trol or Electronic Stability Control (ESC), turn the system OFF before attempting to “rock” the vehicle. Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or CAUTION! even failure, of the axle and tires.
Page 436 434 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, carefully remove the shift lever override access cover, located on the PRNDL bezel. 3. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position without starting the engine. 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 5.
Page 437: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 435 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE may also be towed as described under “Recreational This section describes procedures for towing a disabled Towing” in the “Starting and Operating” section. vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. If the trans- mission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles Towing Condition Wheels OFF...
Page 438: Towing Without The Ignition Key Fob
436 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers Towing Without the Ignition Key Fob or associated brackets. State and local laws applying to Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed vehicles under tow must be observed.
Page 439 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 437 The parking brake must be firmly engaged and the CAUTION! wheels chocked during driveshaft removal and installa- tion. The parking brake must remain engaged unless the Towing faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than vehicle is securely and properly connected to the tow 15 miles (24 km) with rear wheels on the ground can vehicle, or the driveshaft is completely reinstalled.
Page 440: Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
438 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles CAUTION! The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of vehicle raised and Internal damage to the transmission or transfer the opposite end on a towing dolly.
Page 441: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... 448 Engine Compartment — 3.7L ... . . 441 ▫...
Page 442 440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Cooling System ..... 457 Bulb Replacement ..... 482 ▫...
Page 443: Engine Compartment - 3.7L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 9 —...
Page 444: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.
Page 445: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 Tighten the gas cap until a clicking sound is heard. This is Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II an indication that the gas cap is properly tightened. system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off.
Page 446: Replacement Parts
444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced a.
Page 447: Dealer Service
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
Page 448: Engine Oil
446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to CAUTION! (Continued) check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids fully warmed up engine is shut off. that protect the performance and durability of Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance...
Page 449 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 Change Engine Oil American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is Identification Symbol time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. This symbol means that the oil has Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 450: Engine Oil Filter
448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity Materials Added to Engine Oil SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating Do not add any supplemental additives, other than leak temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature detection dyes, to your engine oil. Engine oil is an starting and vehicle fuel economy.
Page 451: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 Engine Oil Filter Selection WARNING! All of this manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type disposable oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replace- The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can ment. The quality of replacement filters varies consider- provide a measure of protection in the case of engine ably.
Page 452: Maintenance-Free Battery
450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use tenance required.
Page 453: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • It is essential when replacing the cables on the should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should battery that the positive cable is attached to the include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance positive post and the negative cable is attached to...
Page 454: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped
452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling WARNING! R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning tioning system.
Page 455: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453 Body Lubrication Windshield Wiper Blades Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- mild non-abrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent.
Page 456: Adding Washer Fluid
454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Washer Fluid WARNING! The windshield and rear window washers share the same fluid reservoir. The fluid reservoir is located in the front Commercially available windshield washer solvents of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid are flammable.
Page 457 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 455 into the passenger compartment. In addition, inspect the CAUTION! exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubri- • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- cation or oil change. Replace as required. leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the WARNING! effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con- trol device and may seriously reduce engine per-...
Page 458 456 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.
Page 459: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457 Cooling System spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the A/C condenser (if equipped) or the back of the WARNING! radiator core. • You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at or steam from your radiator.
Page 460 458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System – Drain, Flush, and Refill CAUTION! If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals.
Page 461 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 459 Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid CAUTION! (Continued) Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant • This vehicle has not been designed for use with (antifreeze). When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): Propylene Glycol based engine coolant (anti- •...
Page 462 460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- WARNING! tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
Page 463 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 461 Disposal of Used Engine Coolant The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant (antifreeze) is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check coolant freeze point or replacing engine coolant (anti- with your local authorities to determine the disposal freeze).
Page 464: Brake System
462 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be bottle hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. •...
Page 465 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 463 should be checked when pads are replaced. However, WARNING! low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid.
Page 466: Automatic Transmission
464 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 467 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 465 CAUTION! CAUTION! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter nents.
Page 468: Transfer Case
466 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Transfer Case CAUTION! Fluid Level Check Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the fill turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration hole (1) when the vehicle is in a level position. in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder.
Page 469: Front/Rear Axle Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467 Adding Fluid Frequency Of Fluid Change Fluid should be added only to fill hole until fluid begins Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at to run out of the hole. the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle.
Page 470: Sky Slider™ Top Care
468 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Rear axle lubricant should be 0.5 in (11 mm) below the Sky Slider™ Top Care bottom edge of the oil fill hole when the vehicle is in a Immediate removal of any contaminant is recommended. level position.
Page 471 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469 • Allow the top to dry before opening. Vacuuming the General Cleaning Careful vacuuming of the top before washing is helpful top with a wet/dry shop vacuum will decrease the in removing dust and other foreign particles. tops drying time, ensure removal of all dirt, and delete streaks in the material.
Page 472: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
470 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Additional Cleaning Procedure CAUTION! For additional cleaning assistance in removing stubborn stains, apply MOPAR Convertible Cloth Top Cleaner or Avoid getting Scotchguard on the surrounding equivalent to the complete stain, extending 2 in (50 mm) weather strips, moldings, paint, or glass. Damage to beyond the stain.
Page 473 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471 • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will Washing have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under- • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- body protection.
Page 474 472 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will •...
Page 475 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 473 • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Wheel and Wheel Trim Care Total Clean or All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and equivalent, or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp chrome-plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with cloth and remove the stain.
Page 476 474 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning Interior Trim leather upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is Clean interior trim with a damp cloth and MOPAR Total not required to maintain the original condition. Clean or equivalent, and if necessary, follow with WARNING! MOPAR Spot &...
Page 477 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 475 Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses. The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care Glass Surfaces must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
Page 478: Fuses
476 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Totally Integrated Power Module — — — The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the 30 Amp — Transfer Case Module engine compartment near the battery. This center contains Pink –...
Page 479 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 477 Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Green Equipped Yellow — — — 30 Amp — Front Wiper Pink — — — 20 Amp — Front Washer/Rear 30 Amp — Thatchm Lock/ Blue Washer –...
Page 480 478 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 25 Amp Power Inverter – If Equipped/Vanity Natural Equipped Light — 20 Amp Rain Sensor – If — 10 Amp Climate Control Sys- Yellow Equipped tem –...
Page 481 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 479 Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Monitor/Transfer Natural #1 and #2 Case Module – If — 15 Amp Interior Lighting/ Equipped/Glow Blue Steering Wheel Plugs – If Equipped Switches – If —...
Page 482 480 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Yellow Lift Pump – If Equipped/Diagnostic Equipped Link — 10 Amp Power Mirror Switch/ — 20 Amp Back-Up Lights Driver Window Yellow Switch — 10 Amp Airbag Module —...
Page 483 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 481 Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse • When installing the Integrated Power Module — 10 Amp Heated Mirrors – If cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- Equipped erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so —...
Page 484: Replacement Bulbs
482 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamp LIGHT BULBS – Interior Bulb No. 1. Open the hood. Cargo Lamp......TL212–2 Overhead Console Lamp .
Page 485: Front Turn Signal And Front Side Marker Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 483 3. Gently flex the wheel-well liner forward to access the CAUTION! bulb. Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil 4. Rotate the bulb’s socket counterclockwise, and remove contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the the bulb and socket assembly from the housing.
Page 486: Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal, And Back-Up Lamp
484 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Rotate the bulb’s socket counterclockwise, and remove 2. Remove the screws that fasten the taillamp housing to the bulb and socket assembly from the fog lamp housing. the vehicle. 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket and insert the replace- 3.
Page 487: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 485 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 19.5 Gallons 73.8 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 5 Quarts 4.7 Liters Cooling System * 3.7 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 5 14 Quarts 13.3 Liters Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Page 488: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
486 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 (Hy- brid 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 489: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 487 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Transfer Case MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Front Axle SAE 80W-90 Multi-Purpose Type, GL-5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent. Rear Axle SAE 75W-90 Gear Lubricant or equivalent.
Page 491 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..492 Maintenance Schedule ....490...
Page 492 490 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Based on engine operation conditions the oil change The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this indicator message will illuminate, this means that service manual must be done at the times or mileages specified is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Page 493 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 491 scheduled oil change is performed by someone other Once a Month than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle damage.
Page 494 492 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Required Maintenance Intervals CAUTION! Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following • Failure to perform the required maintenance items pages for the required maintenance intervals. may result in damage to the vehicle. • Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles de- pends on tires of equal size, type and circumfer- ence on each wheel.
Page 495 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 493 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 496: Service Schedule
494 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 497 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 495 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 498 496 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 499 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 497 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 500 498 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 88,000 miles (143 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
Page 501 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 499 96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 96,000 miles (156 000 km). ❏...
Page 502 500 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or 112,000 Miles (182,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 503 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 501 120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 120,000 miles (195 000 km). ❏...
Page 504 502 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or Schedule 102 Months Maintenance ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 505 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 503 144,000 Miles (234,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or Schedule 114 Months Maintenance ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 506 504 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 507: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle......507 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 508 506 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 513 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......513 ▫...
Page 509: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 507 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 510: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
508 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center solved with this process. P.O.
Page 511: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 509 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 512: Warranty Information
510 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment WARRANTY INFORMATION when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
Page 513: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 511 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department immedi- campaign.
Page 514 512 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 515 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 513 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 516 514 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 517 INDEX...
Page 518 516 INDEX About Your Brakes ..... . . 337 Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ....63 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 519 INDEX 517 Automatic Door Locks ....30,31 B-Pillar Location ......360 Automatic Headlights .
Page 520 518 INDEX Bulbs, Light ......91,482 Cellular Phone ..... . . 102,293 Certification Label .
Page 521 INDEX 519 Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ... . . 293 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..458,485,486 Compact Spare Tire ..... . 368 Corrosion Protection .
Page 522 520 INDEX Disposal Brake Assist System ....343 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ....461 Electronic Roll Mitigation .
Page 523 INDEX 521 Coolant (Antifreeze) ....457,486 Enhanced Accident Response Feature ..73 Cooling ......457 Entry System, Illuminated .
Page 524 522 INDEX Turn Signal ....91,161,221,483,484 Systems ......319,325 Flipper Glass, Liftgate .
Page 525 INDEX 523 Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ... 183 GVWR ....... 393 Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .
Page 526 524 INDEX Switch ......157,158 ....... . 12 Time Delay .
Page 527 INDEX 525 Jack Operation ..... . . 421,425 Leaks, Fluid ......91 Jacking Instructions .
Page 528 526 INDEX Engine Temperature Warning ....225 Park ......157,158 Exterior .
Page 529 INDEX 527 Locks ....... . . 28 Manual Transmission Auto Unlock ......31 Lubricant Selection .
Page 530 528 INDEX Monitor, Tire Pressure System ....376 Change Interval ....229,237,447 MOPAR Accessories .
Page 531 INDEX 529 Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ..5,511 Seats ....... 139 Steering .
Page 532 530 INDEX Rear Park Sense System ....174 Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ..291 Rear Seat, Folding .
Page 533 INDEX 531 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ....91 Untwisting Procedure ....50 Safety Defects, Reporting .
Page 534 532 INDEX Sentry Key Programming ....16 Spare Tire ..... . . 368,370,423 Sentry Key Replacement .
Page 535 INDEX 533 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Theft System (Security Alarm) ....18 Controls ......291 Tie Down Hooks, Cargo .
Page 536 534 INDEX Load Capacity ..... 360,361 Guide ......401 Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .
Page 537 INDEX 535 Maintenance ......466 Unleaded Gasoline ..... . . 386 Transmission .
Page 538 536 INDEX Warnings and Cautions ..... 7 Power ....... 34 Warranty Information .
Page 539 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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