Page 1 Grand Cherokee 2 0 1 4 SRT8 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
Page 2: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 4: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....8 ROLLOVER WARNING .
Page 5: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION particularly those used for braking, steering, transmis- sion, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group handles on different road surfaces. Your driving skills LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision will improve with experience.
Page 6: Rollover Warning
INTRODUCTION 5 read these publications carefully. Following the instruc- ROLLOVER WARNING tions and recommendations in this manual will help Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it many passenger cars.
Page 7: How To Use This Manual
6 INTRODUCTION two million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire.
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Page 9: Warnings And Cautions
8 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS vehicle. Save this label for a convenient record of your vehicle identification number and optional equipment. This Owners 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.
Page 10: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 9 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 12: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ To Arm The System .....21 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .14 ▫...
Page 13 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ General Information ....28 OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS ....51 ▫...
Page 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ...69 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . .112 ▫ Seat Belt Extender .....69 SAFETY TIPS .
Page 15: A Word About Your Keys
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) has four operating positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ON/RUN.
Page 16: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Key Fob The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
Page 17: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Or Accessory On Message Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind you to cycle the ignition to OFF. In addition to the chime, the ignition or accessory on message will display in the cluster.
Page 18: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave children or animals inside parked • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle. cause serious injury or death.
Page 19 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system uses a Key Fob with a factory-mated Remote Key Fob to try to start the engine. Either of these Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, a Keyless Ignition Node conditions will result in the engine being shut off after (KIN) and a RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle two seconds.
Page 20: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Replacement Keys At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the Keep the PIN in a secure location. This number is vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the required for authorized dealer replacement of Key Fobs.
Page 21: General Information
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information and/or turn signals will flash repeatedly for three min- utes. If the disturbance is still present (driver’s door, The Sentry Key® system complies with FCC rules Part 15 passenger door, other doors, ignition) after three minutes, and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Page 22: To Arm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 To Arm The System same exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: further information). 1. Remove the key from the ignition system (refer to •...
Page 23: Tamper Alert
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, • The driver’s door key cylinder and the liftgate button disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 24: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “Mirrors” in The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
Page 25: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal.
Page 26: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Flash Lights With Remote Key To Lock The Doors And Liftgate This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- ter to lock all doors and liftgate.
Page 27: Using The Panic Alarm
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the Using The Panic Alarm vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, press and hold Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one by the system.
Page 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • Used batteries are harmful to the environment. You can dispose of them either in the correct containers as specified by law or by taking them to a Dealership, which will deal with their disposal. •...
Page 29: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle ▫ General Information
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference received, 3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a including interference that may cause undesired op- solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace the eration.
Page 30: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED How To Use Remote Start All of the following conditions must be met before the This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry engine will remote start: (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- •...
Page 31 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle WARNING! Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or The following messages will display in the EVIC if the confined area.
Page 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • For security, power window and power sunroof op- To Enter Remote Start Mode eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode. Press and release the REMOTE START button •...
Page 33 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release When remote start is activated, the heated steering the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock wheel, and driver heated seat features will automatically the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm System...
Page 34: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 DOOR LOCKS The power door locks can be manually locked from inside the vehicle by using the door lock knob. To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward.
Page 35: Power Door Locks
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks WARNING! (Continued) The power door lock switch is located on each front door • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key panel. Press the switch to lock or unlock the doors. Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
Page 36: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 If you press the door lock switch while the Key Fob is in 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. the vehicle and the driver’s door is open, the doors will not lock.
Page 37: Keyless Enter-N-Go
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For emergency exit from the rear seats when the Child-Protection Door Lock System is engaged, manually raise the door lock knob to the unlocked position, roll down the window, and open the door using the outside door handle.
Page 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 • If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entry and no door goes ajar within 60 seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and if equipped will arm the theft alarm. • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- sponse time.
Page 39 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock From The Passenger Side: Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE Transmitter In Vehicle With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automati- Passive Entry RKE transmitter inside your vehicle, the...
Page 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 To Unlock/Enter The Liftgate The liftgate passive entry unlock feature is built into the electronic liftgate handle. With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the electronic liftgate handle for a power open on vehicles equipped with Power Liftgate.
Page 41 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Liftgate NOTE: The key must be within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the handle being used to lock the vehicle. With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the passive entry lock button located to the right of electronic liftgate handle.
Page 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 NOTE: • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
Page 43: Windows
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS Power Windows The power window controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the front passenger door and rear doors which operate the front passenger and rear passenger door windows.
Page 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 To open the window part way, press to the first detent WARNING! and release it when you want the window to stop. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not let children play with power windows. Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 45 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection — Driver And Front Passenger Door Only Lift the window switch fully upward to the second detent, release, and the window will go up automatically. To stop the window from going all the way up during the Auto Up operation, push down on the switch briefly.
Page 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 NOTE: If the window runs into any obstacle during Resetting The Auto Up Feature Auto Up it will reverse direction and then go back down. Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window Remove the obstacle and use the window switch again to probably needs to be reset.
Page 47: Wind Buffeting
46 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 (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions.
Page 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in EVIC, all doors will unlock when you push the button on the liftgate. If Unlock Driver Door 1st press is pro- grammed in Uconnect®, the liftgate will unlock when you press the button on the liftgate For further informa- tion, refer to “Uconnect®”...
Page 49: Power Liftgate - If Equipped
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The power liftgate may also be opened or closed by WARNING! pressing the LIFTGATE button located on the front overhead console, or closed by pressing the LIFTGATE Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous button located on left rear trim panel, near the liftgate exhaust gases into your vehicle.
Page 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 NOTE: NOTE: • In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an • The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph the liftgate.
Page 51 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The power liftgate must be in the full open position for • If your liftgate is power closing and you put the rear liftgate close button on the left rear trim, near the vehicle in gear, the liftgate will continue to power liftgate opening to operate.
Page 52: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 • An energy-absorbing steering column and steering OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS wheel Some of the most important safety features in your • Knee bolsters for front seat occupants vehicle are the restraint systems: • Three-point lap and shoulder belts for the driver and •...
Page 53 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized WARNING! seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems.
Page 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child 5. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint.
Page 55 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- could cause serious injury, including death.
Page 56: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle.
Page 57: Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Page 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.
Page 59 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. a bit on the shoulder belt.
Page 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 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 retrac- The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- tor will withdraw any slack in the belt.
Page 61: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ In the front seating positions, the shoulder belt can be shoulder belt. adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck.
Page 62: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are you will prefer a higher position.
Page 63: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the passenger seating position is equipped with an position that has a belt with this feature. Children 12 ALR and is being used for normal usage: years old and under should always be properly re- strained in the rear seat.
Page 64: Energy Management Feature
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Seat Belt Pretensioners WARNING! The seat belts for both front seating positions are • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
Page 65: Supplemental Active Head Restraints (Ahr)
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap These head restraints are passive, deployable compo- between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR.
Page 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 CAUTION! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision.
Page 67 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR) If the Active Head Restraints are triggered in a collision, you must reset the head restraint on the driver’s and front passenger seat. You can recognize when the Active Head Restraint has been triggered by the fact that they have moved forward (as shown in step three of the resetting procedure).
Page 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 1 — Downward Movement 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 2 — Rearward Movement 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half.
Page 69: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert®)
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert®) BeltAlert® is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger BeltAlert®) to fasten their seat belts. The feature is active whenever the ignition is on.
Page 70: Seat Belt Lock Out
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph Seat Belt Lock Out (8 km/h), BeltAlert® will provide both audio and visual The center rear seat belt system has a lock out feature that notification.
Page 71: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags extender should be used only if the existing belt is not This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the long enough.
Page 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 NOTE: The Driver and Front Passenger Advanced Front Air Bags are certified to the new Federal regulations for Advanced Air Bags. The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision.
Page 73 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC Air Bag System Components air bags, are located above the side windows and their Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag covers are also labeled: SRS AIRBAG.
Page 74: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 • Front and Side Impact Sensors WARNING! • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, • No objects should be placed over or near the air and Seat Track Position Sensors bag on the instrument panel, because any such Advanced Front Air Bag Features objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a...
Page 75 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may deploys independently;...
Page 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 NOTE: • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during air bag deployment. • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.
Page 77 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Always sit upright as possible with your back against the WARNING! seat back, use the seat belts properly, and use the • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right appropriate sized child restraint, infant restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the SABIC, do not stack luggage or other cargo up high child.
Page 78: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front The ORC determines if deployment of the front and/or Air Bags work with the knee bolsters to provide im- side air bags in a frontal or side collision is required. proved protection for the driver and front passenger.
Page 79 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE underrides, and angle offset collisions. On the other The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of hand, depending on the type and location of impact, the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes with START or ON/RUN position.
Page 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag ment cluster Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is Inflator Units noted that could affect the air bag system. The diagnos- The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag tics also record the nature of the malfunction.
Page 81 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the in about 10 milliseconds. The side air bag moves at a very vent holes in the sides of the air bag. In this way, the air high speed and with such a high force that it could injure bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
Page 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain where the SABIC inflates. This especially applies to (SABIC) Inflator Units children. The SABIC is only about 3-1/2 in (9 cm) thick when it is inflated. During collisions where the impact is confined to a particular area of the side of the vehicle, the ORC may Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time,...
Page 83 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Accident Response System In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response System functions after an event, the ignition switch must be In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if changed from IGN ON to IGN OFF.
Page 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor bags will not be in place to protect you.
Page 85 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.
Page 86: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may You will want to have the air bags ready to not be ready to inflate for your protection.
Page 87: Child Restraints
86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is were buckled/fastened; required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, •...
Page 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 There are different sizes and types of restraints for WARNING! children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a seat Owner’s Manual to make sure you have the correct projectile inside the vehicle.
Page 89 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Toddlers younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear...
Page 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Infants And Child Restraints reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat. Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until WARNING! they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear facing child safety seat.
Page 91 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of WARNING! their rear-facing convertible child seat. Children should • Improper installation can lead to failure of an remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height infant or child restraint.
Page 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 Children Too Large For Booster Seats 3. Does the shoulder belt cross the child’s shoulder between their neck and arm? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend 4.
Page 93 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – LATCH – Child + Child Lower Anchors Seat Belt + Top Lower Anchors Seat Belt Only Restraint...
Page 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
Page 95 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH-equipped child seats without using the vehicle’s LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In seat belts. Some seating positions may have a top tether This Vehicle anchorage but no lower anchorages. In these seating positions, the seat belt must be used with the top tether anchorage to install the child restraint.
Page 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Child Restraint LATCH Positions What is the weight limit (child’s 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system weight + weight of the child re- until the combined weight of the straint) for using the LATCH an- child and the child restraint is chorage system to attach the child...
Page 97 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can two child restraints be at- Never “share” a LATCH anchorage tached using a common lower with two or more child restraints. LATCH anchorage? If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchor- ages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the...
Page 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 99 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, below the anchorage sym- bols on the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the anchorage.
Page 101 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Center Seat LATCH — Second Row 60/40 Vehicles With A Center Arm Rest Tether Do not install a child restraint in the center position using For rearward facing infant seats secured in the center seat the LATCH system.
Page 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Center Seat Position Arm Rest Tether Center Seat Position Arm Rest Tether Attached 2. Pull down on the tether to unhook it from the plastic seat backing. 3. Raise the armrest and attach the tether hook to the strap located on the front of the arm rest.
Page 103 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint 4. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- 1. If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- ing position.
Page 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt WARNING! When using the LATCH attaching system to install a Improper installation of a child restraint to the child restraint, stow all ALR seat belts that are not being LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re- used by other occupants or being used to secure child straint.
Page 105 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child into the retractor. For additional information on ALR, Restraints in this Vehicle refer to the “Automatic Locking Mode” description un- der “Occupant Restraints.”...
Page 106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to with the seat belt to attach a forward...
Page 107 106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint with a Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
Page 108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether 1.
Page 109 108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether trouble tightening the seat belt.
Page 110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage 1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage. You may need to move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchorage.
Page 111 110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts.
Page 112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 WARNING! The top tether anchorages are not visible until the gap panel is folded down. Do not use the visible cargo tie down hooks, located on the floor behind the seats, to attach a child restraint tether anchor. Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage —...
Page 113: Engine Break-In Recommendations
112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses The engine oil is a high performance synthetic lubricant, or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts. the transmission fluid and axle lubricant installed at the factory is high-quality and energy-conserving.
Page 114: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113 SAFETY TIPS WARNING! (Continued) Transporting Passengers • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. Exhaust Gas WARNING! WARNING! •...
Page 115: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
114 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes WARNING! (Continued) to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition, • If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised open, make sure that all windows are closed and for lubrication or oil change.
Page 116 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 115 Air Bag Warning Light Floor Mat Safety Information Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your The light should come on and remain on for vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they ignition switch is first turned ON.
Page 117 116 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never place or install floor mats or other floor • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly driver footwell while the vehicle is moving.
Page 118: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 117 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 120: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ...133 MIRRORS ......127 ▫...
Page 121 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ 60/40 Split Rear Seat ....160 SEATS ......144 ▫...
Page 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 ▫ Automatic High Beam — If Equipped ..173 ▫ Ambient Light......179 ▫...
Page 123 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Accelerate For Passing ....195 POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED ....187 ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) —...
Page 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 ▫ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu ..208 ▫ Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System ......231 ▫...
Page 125 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ..256 PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF EQUIPPED ......245 ▫...
Page 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 ▫ Wind Buffeting ..... . .263 ▫ Pinch Protect Feature ....266 ▫...
Page 127 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CARGO AREA FEATURES ....278 REAR WINDOW FEATURES ....284 ▫...
Page 128: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
Page 129: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- ment Panel” for further information. A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield.
Page 130: Outside Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Assist Call 9-1-1 Call The rear view mirror contains an ASSIST push button Report an accident without taking your eyes off the road. which automatically connects the vehicle occupants to Just press 9-1-1 on your mirror and connect. one of several predefined locations for immediate sup- port: CAUTION!
Page 131: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Folding Feature WARNING! All outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved either Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have convex mirror will look smaller and farther away three detent positions: than they really are.
Page 132: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 If the mirror is manually folded after electrically cycled, Power Mirrors a potential extra button push is required to get the The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s side mirrors back to the home position. If the mirror does not door trim panel.
Page 133: Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrors
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the optional Memory Seat Feature. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further information. Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrors — If Equipped The drivers outside mirror will automatically adjust for glare from vehicles behind you.
Page 134: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Heated Mirrors — If Equipped shifted out of REVERSE position. Each stored memory setting will have an associated Tilt Mirrors in Reverse position. These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature can be activated whenever you turn on the NOTE: The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature is not enabled rear window defroster (if equipped).
Page 135: Sun Visor "Slide-On-Rod" Feature - If Equipped
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature — If Equipped The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for addi- tional flexibility in positioning the sun visor to block out the sun. 1. Fold down the sun visor. 2.
Page 136: Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF EQUIPPED When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- to let the driver know that the system is operational.
Page 137 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • The BSM system does NOT alert the driver about rapidly approaching vehicles that are outside the de- tection zones. • The BSM system detection zone DOES NOT change if your vehicle is towing a trailer. Therefore, visually verify the adjacent lane is clear for both your vehicle and trailer before making a lane change.
Page 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Entering From The Side Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side of the vehicle. Warning Light Location The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three different entry points (side, rear, front) while driving to see if an alert is necessary.
Page 139 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entering From The Rear Overtaking Traffic Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the vehicle remains in speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Overtaking/Approaching Overtaking/Passing The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, berms, etc. However, occasionally the system may alert on such objects. This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require service.
Page 141 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Stationary Objects Opposing Traffic The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are WARNING! traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in adjacent lanes. The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones.
Page 142: Rear Cross Path
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 WARNING! (Continued) system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicles mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
Page 143: Modes Of Operation
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can Modes Of Operation be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the Modes Of Operation With EVIC sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the Three selectable modes of operation are available in the system will not be able to alert the driver.
Page 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Blind Spot Alert time, both the visual and audio alerts will be issued. In addition to the audible alert the radio (if on) will also be When operating in Blind Spot Alert mode, the BSM muted.
Page 145: Seats
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Blind Spot Alert Off WARNING! When the BSM system is turned off there will be no • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or visual or audible alerts from either the BSM or RCP outside of a vehicle.
Page 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch when the desired position has been reached.
Page 147 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reclining The Seatback WARNING! (Continued) The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the rearward. Push the seatback switch forward or rearward, shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 148: Passenger's Power Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Passenger’s Power Seat Tilting The Seat Up Or Down Some models are equipped with a six-way power pas- The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted up or senger seat. The power seat switch is located on the down.
Page 149: Manual Front Seats Forward/Rearward Adjustment
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Lumbar Switch Adjustment Bar Manual Front Seats Forward/Rearward While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar located under Adjustment the seat cushion and move the seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once you have reached the desired Some models may be equipped with manual front driver position.
Page 150: Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment - Recline
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 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 seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
Page 151: Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature - If Equipped
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature — Heated Seats — If Equipped If Equipped On some models, the front and rear seats may be To fold the seatback to the flat load-floor position, lift the equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and recline lever and push the seatback forward.
Page 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Front Heated Seats With Uconnect® 5.0 — WARNING! (Continued) If Equipped • Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that There are two heated seat switches that allow the driver insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. and passenger to operate the seats independently.
Page 153 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within two to five minutes. When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes of operation.
Page 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Front Heated Seats With Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4AN — If Equipped There are two heated seat soft-keys that allow the driver and passenger to operate the seats independently. The controls for each heater are located in the Uconnect® system screen.
Page 155 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE system will automatically switch to LO-level after a maximum of 60 minutes of continuous operation. At that time, the display will change from HI to LO, indicating the change. The LO-level setting will turn OFF automati- cally after a maximum of 45 minutes.
Page 156: Front Ventilated Seats With Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4An - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. two to one, indicating the change. The LOW-level setting Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of will turn OFF automatically after approximately 45 min- heat in use.
Page 157: Head Restraints
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE start. Refer to “Remote Starting System — If Equipped” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. Head Restraints Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear- impact.
Page 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Active Head Restraints — Front Seats To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily downward on the head restraint.
Page 159 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the head restraint. Push rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head restraint away from your head. Active Head Restraint (Tilted) NOTE: •...
Page 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- WARNING! (Continued) straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things To Know Before struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 161: 60/40 Split Rear Seat
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The center head restraint has limited adjustment. Lift WARNING! upward on the head restraint to raise it, or push down- ward on the head restraint to lower it. Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered position could result in serious injury or death in a collision.
Page 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 NOTE: Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and NOTE: positioned forward. This will allow the rear seatback to • Do not fold the 60% rear seat down with the left fold down easily.
Page 163: Reclining Rear Seat
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stabil- ity for child seats and/or passengers. An improp- erly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Page 164: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows the driver to store up to two different memory profiles for easy recall through a memory switch. Each memory profile contains desired position settings for the driver seat, side mirrors, and power tilt and telescopic steering column (if equipped) and a set of desired radio station presets.
Page 165 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The memory seat switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel. The switch consists of three buttons: • The (S) button, which is used to activate the memory save function • The (1) and (2) buttons which are used to recall either of two pre-programmed memory profiles.
Page 166: Programming The Memory Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Programming The Memory Feature 4. Within 5 seconds, press and release either of the memory buttons (1) or (2). The Electronic Vehicle NOTE: To create a new memory profile, perform the Information Center (EVIC) will display which following: memory position has been set.
Page 167: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: Before programming your RKE transmitters you must select the “Memory To FOB” feature through the • Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in Uconnect® system screen. Refer to “Customer- Program- PARK, but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a mable Features —...
Page 168: Memory Position Recall
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 3. Once the profile has been recalled, press and release Driver One Memory Position Recall the SET (S) button on the memory switch, then press • To recall the memory settings for driver one using the and release button (1) or (2) accordingly.
Page 169: Easy Entry/Exit Seat
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE recall is cancelled, the driver’s seat, driver’s mirror and rear stop. The seat will return to its previously set the steering column stop moving. A delay of one second position when you place the ignition into the ACC or will occur before another recall can be selected.
Page 170: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 NOTE: The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled when the vehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy Entry/Exit feature is enabled (or later disabled) through the Uconnect® system screen. Refer to “Customer- Pro- grammable Features —...
Page 171: Lights
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death.
Page 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 NOTE: • Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore differ- ent lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
Page 173: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped the wiper system is on. The programmable settings are available in the in the Uconnect® system screen. Refer to This system automatically turns the headlights on or off “Customer- Programmable Features —...
Page 174: Automatic High Beam - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Automatic High Beam — If Equipped and other obstructions (sticker, toll box, etc.) on the windshield or camera lens will cause the system to The automatic high beam system provides increased function improperly. forward lighting at night by automating high beam control through the use of a digital camera mounted on To Activate...
Page 175: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate Automatic Headlight Leveling — HID Headlights Only 1. Pull the multifunction lever toward you (or rearward This feature prevents the headlights from interfering in car) to manually deactivate the system (normal with the vision of oncoming drivers.
Page 176: Headlight Delay
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 The Adaptive Headlight System can be turned On or Off Parking Lights And Panel Lights using the Uconnect® System, refer to “Uconnect® Set- tings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for To turn on the parking lights and instrument further information.
Page 177: Interior Lights
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE turn off when the switch is pushed a second time, when the headlight switch is rotated to the off position, or the high beam is selected. Interior Lights Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front doors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotating wheel on the right side of the headlight switch) is rotated to the its farthest upward position, or if equipped, when...
Page 178: Lights-On Reminder
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 supplement the brightness of the odometer, trip odom- Lights-On Reminder eter, radio and overhead console by rotating the control If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on to its farthest position up until you hear a click. This after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound when feature is termed the “Parade”...
Page 179: Front Map/Reading Lights
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Battery saver mode is cancelled if the ignition is Each light can be turned on by pressing a switch on either side of the console. These buttons are backlit for night time visibility. To turn the lights off, press the switch a Front Map/Reading Lights second time.
Page 180: Courtesy Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Courtesy Lights Ambient Light The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light corner of the lens. To turn the lights off, press the lens a feature.
Page 181: Multifunction Lever
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Multifunction Lever Turn Signals The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows steering column. on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 182: Flash-To-Pass
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel. This will cause the high beam headlights to turn on until the lever is released. High/Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument panel to switch the headlights to high beam.
Page 183: Intermittent Wiper System
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) turned off, and the blades cannot return to the “park” position, damage to the wiper motor may occur. Intermittent Wiper System Use one of the four intermittent wiper settings when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable delay between cycles, desirable.
Page 184: Windshield Washer Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 lever is pushed while in the intermittent setting, the wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the end of the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. Intermittent Wiper Operation NOTE: If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled.
Page 185: Mist
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the end of the lever is pushed while the wipers are in NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer the off position, the wipers will operate for several wipe pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the cycles, then turn off.
Page 186: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped NOTE: • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the This feature senses moisture on the windshield and automatically activates the wipers for the driver. The wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position.
Page 187: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Rain Sensing system has protection features for the Remote Start Mode Inhibit — On vehicles equipped wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the with Remote Starting system, Rain Sensing wipers are following conditions: not operational when the vehicle is in the remote start mode.
Page 188: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 steering column in position, push the lever upward until fully engaged. WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Page 189 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- ter or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel to return the tilt/telescopic steering column to pre- programmed positions.
Page 190: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED Heated Steering Wheel With Uconnect® 5.0 If Equipped The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering wheel has only one temperature setting. Once the heated steering wheel has been turned on it will operate for approximately 30 to 95 minutes before automatically shutting off.
Page 191: Heated Steering Wheel With Uconnect® 8.4/8.4A
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting System — If Heated Steering Wheel With Uconnect® 8.4/8.4A Equipped” in “Things to Know Before Starting Your Ve- The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps hicle”...
Page 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting System — If Equipped” in “Things to Know Before Starting Your Ve- hicle” for further information. WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion, or other physical conditions must exercise...
Page 193: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel.
Page 194: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
Page 195: To Deactivate
194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate Pressing the SET (+) button once will result in a 1 mph (1 km/h) increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL the button results in an increase of 1 mph (1 km/h).
Page 196: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 NOTE: Tap results of 1 mph or 1 km/h depends on WARNING! selection of US or METRIC units in the EVIC display settings menu, or the RADIO settings menu (dependent Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the on vehicle configuration).
Page 197 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE need to reset your cruise control. ACC utilizes a radar WARNING! sensor and a forward facing camera designed to detect a • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience vehicle directly ahead of you. system.
Page 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Cannot take street, traffic, and weather condi- • When entering a turn lane or highway off ramp; tions into account, and may be limited upon when driving on roads that are winding, icy, snow- adverse sight distance conditions.
Page 199: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Normal (fixed speed) cruise control will not react to preceding vehicles. Always be aware of the mode selected. You can change the mode by using the Cruise Control buttons. The two control modes function differently. Always confirm which mode is selected.
Page 200: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 NOTE: Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifica- NOTE: You cannot enable ACC under the following tions to the vehicle will effect the performance of the conditions: Adaptive Cruise Control. • When in Four-Wheel Drive Low. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) •...
Page 201 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adaptive Cruise Control Ready Adaptive Cruise Control Off To turn the system OFF, push and release the Adaptive WARNING! Cruise Control (ACC) ON/OFF button again. At this time, the system will turn off and the EVIC will display Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Off.”...
Page 202: To Set A Desired Acc Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 When you remove your foot from the accelerator pedal ; WARNING! (Continued) the vehicle speed will go back to the set speed, or to the want. You could lose control and have a collision. speed of the target vehicle whose speed is less than the Always leave the system off when you are not using set speed.
Page 203: To Turn Off
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The vehicle parking brake is applied. To Resume • The driver switches ESC to full-off mode. If there is a set speed in memory press the RES (resume) button and then remove your foot from the accelerator NOTE: If ACC is resumed or set with the ESC/TCS off, pedal.
Page 204: To Vary The Speed Setting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 To Vary The Speed Setting If the SET - button is continually pressed, the set speed will continue to decrease in 5 mph (10 km/h) increments While ACC is set, you can increase the set speed by until the button is released.
Page 205: Setting The Following Distance In Acc
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The ACC system maintains set speed when driving up hill and down hill. However, a slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. In addition, downshifting may occur while climbing uphill or descending down- hill.
Page 206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 Distance Setting 3 Bars (Long) Distance Setting 2 Bars (Medium)
Page 207 206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To decrease the distance setting, press the Distance Setting —Decrease button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting decreases by one bar (shorter). If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle will maintain the set speed.
Page 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 • The vehicle ahead slows to a speed below 15 mph (24 km/h) and the system automatically disengages itself. • The distance setting is changed. • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on ACC Activation).
Page 209: Overtake Aid
208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtake Aid Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu When driving with ACC engaged and following a target The EVIC displays the current ACC system settings. The vehicle, the system will provide an additional accelera- EVIC is located in the center of the instrument cluster.
Page 210: Display Warnings And Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 • ACC Unavailable Warning Press the SET + or the SET- button (located on the steering wheel) and the following will display in the • The EVIC will return to the last display selected after EVIC: five seconds of no ACC display activity.
Page 211 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The “ACC / FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor” To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is impor- message can sometimes be displayed while driving in tant to note the following maintenance items: highly reflective areas (i.e.
Page 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 When the condition that deactivated the system is no “Clean Front Windshield” Warning longer present, the system will return to the “Adaptive The “ACC / FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front Cruise Control Off” state and will resume function by Windshield”...
Page 213 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE conditions, when the camera is not tracking any vehicles Removing ACC Sensor For Off-Roading or objects in its path this warning may temporarily occur. NOTE: When off-roading, it may be advisable to remove If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should the ACC sensor.
Page 214: Precautions While Driving With Acc
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 NOTE: Do not change the adjustment fasteners or pull Service ACC/FCW Warning the sensor off of the bracket. Doing so may misalign the If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays “ACC/ sensor.
Page 215 214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Offset Driving Turns And Bends ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane that is When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the system offset from your direct line of travel, or a vehicle merging may decrease the vehicle speed and acceleration for in from a side lane.
Page 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 Using ACC On Hills When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic conditions, and the steepness of the hills, ACC perfor- mance may be limited.
Page 217 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Changing ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are traveling. In the illustration shown, ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes and it may not detect the vehicle until it’s too late for the ACC system to take action.
Page 218: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 Stationary Objects And Vehicles General Information ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary FCC Requirements For Vehicular Radar Systems vehicles. For example, ACC will not react in situations Classification Specifications: where the vehicle you are following exits your lane and 47 C.F.R.
Page 219: Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode
218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode WARNING! In addition to Adaptive Cruise Control mode, a Normal In the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control mode, (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control mode is available for cruis- the system will not react to vehicles ahead.
Page 220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 To Vary The Speed Setting To decrease speed while the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control is set, push the SET (-) button. If the button is When the Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control is set, continually held in the SET (-) position, the set speed will you can increase speed by pushing the SET (+) button.
Page 221: Forward Collision Warning (Fcw) With Mitigation - If Equipped
220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Cancel To Turn Off The following conditions will cancel the Normal (Fixed The system will turn off and erase the set speed in Speed) Cruise Control without clearing the memory: memory if: •...
Page 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 frontal collision. The warnings and limited braking are intended to provide the driver with enough time to react, avoid or mitigate the potential collision. NOTE: FCW monitors the information from the forward looking sensors as well as the Electronic Brake Controller (EBC), to calculate the probability of a forward collision.
Page 223 222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • The minimum speed for FCW activation is 5 mph Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to (10 km/h). avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect • The FCW alerts may be triggered on objects other than every type of potential collision.
Page 224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 To turn the FCW system back ON, press the forward Changing FCW And Active Braking Status collision button again to turn the system ON (led turns To change the FCW and Active Braking settings with off).
Page 225 224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To change the FCW and Active Braking settings with 6. Press the second “FWD Collision W...” soft-key. Uconnect® 5.0 System Screen — if equipped. 7. Press the “Active Braking” On or Off soft-key. NOTE: The settings can only be changed when the The default status of FCW is the “Far”...
Page 226: Parksense® Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 NOTE: Once the condition that limited the system performance is no longer present, the system will return to its full • The system will retain the last setting selected by the performance state. If the problem persists, see your driver after ignition shut down.
Page 227: Parksense® Sensors
226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE during a parking maneuver. Refer to ParkSense® System obstacles from approximately 12 in (30 cm) up to 79 in Usage Precautions for limitations of this system and (200 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper in the horizontal recommendations.
Page 228: Parksense® Display
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 ParkSense® Display The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing a single arc in the left and/or right rear regions based on When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the EVIC will display the obstacle’s distance and location relative to the vehicle.
Page 229 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Single 1/2 Second Tone Slow Tone...
Page 230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 Fast Tone Continuous Tone The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
Page 231 230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 79 in (200 cm) (200-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Audible Alert None Single 1/2 Slow Fast Continuous...
Page 232: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® The ParkSense® switch LED will be ON when ParkSense® is disabled or requires service. The ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled with the ParkSense® switch LED will be OFF when the system is ParkSense®...
Page 233: Cleaning The Parksense® System
232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REVERSE and the system has detected a faulted condi- Cleaning The ParkSense® System tion, the EVIC will display the PARKSENSE UNAVAIL- Clean the ParkSense® sensors with water, car wash soap ABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS or PARKSENSE UN- and a soft cloth.
Page 234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 • When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE system misinterpreting a close obstacle as a sensor position and ParkSense® is turned OFF, the EVIC will problem, causing the “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE display “PARKSENSE OFF” message for as long as the SERVICE REQUIRED”...
Page 235: Parksense® Front And Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • The vehicle must be driven slowly when using • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- ParkSense® in order to be able to stop in time mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- when an obstacle is detected.
Page 236: Parksense® Sensors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 up or moving forward, e.g. during a parking maneuver. ParkSense® Sensors Refer to ParkSense® System Usage Precautions for limi- The four ParkSense® sensors, located in the rear fascia/ tations of this system and recommendations. bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors’...
Page 237: Parksense® Warning Display
236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense® Warning Display ParkSense® Display The ParkSense® Warning screen will only be displayed if The warning display will turn ON indicating the system Sound and Display is selected from the Customer - status when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the Programmable Features section of the Uconnect®...
Page 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing a single arc in the left and/or right rear regions based on the object’s distance and location relative to the vehicle. If an object is detected in the left and/or right rear region, the display will show a single arc in the left and/or right rear region and the system will produce a tone.
Page 239 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Slow Tone Fast Tone...
Page 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: Continuous Tone...
Page 241 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79 79-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than 12 in (in/cm) in (200 cm) (200-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) (30 cm) Front Distance Greater than 47 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in...
Page 242: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 Front Park Assist Audible Alerts Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® ParkSense® will turn off the Front Park Assist audible ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled with the alert (chime) after approximately 3 seconds when an ParkSense®...
Page 243: Service The Parksense® Park Assist System
242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE system requires service, the ParkSense® switch LED will the fault is detected. The system will continue to provide blink momentarily, and then the LED will be ON. arc alerts for the side that is functioning properly. These arc alerts will interrupt the PARKSENSE UNAVAIL- Service The ParkSense®...
Page 244: Cleaning The Parksense® System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 • When you turn ParkSense® off, the instrument cluster If the PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE RE- QUIRED message appears in the EVIC, see an autho- will display “PARKSENSE OFF.” Furthermore, once rized dealer. you turn ParkSense® off, it remains off until you turn it on again, even if you cycle the ignition key.
Page 245 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Use the ParkSense® switch to turn the ParkSense® CAUTION! system off if obstacles such as bicycle carriers, trailer • ParkSense® is only a parking aid and it is unable to hitches, etc. are placed within 12 in (30 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper.
Page 246: Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- • Drivers must be careful when backing up even mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- when using ParkSense®. Always check carefully bly is disconnected from the vehicle when the behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure vehicle is not used for towing.
Page 247 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The image will be shifting out of REVERSE unless the forward vehicle displayed on the Navigation/Multimedia radio display speed exceeds 8 MPH, the transmission is shifted into screen along with a caution note to “check entire sur- PARK or the ignition is switched to the OFF position.
Page 248: Turning Parkview® On Or Off - With
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be Drivers must be careful when backing up even when driven slowly when using ParkView® to be able to using the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera. Always stop in time when an obstacle is seen.
Page 249: Turning Parkview® On Or Off - With Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4An
248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Press the check box soft key next to “Parkview® OVERHEAD CONSOLE Backup Camera” to enable/disable. The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights and storage for sunglasses. Universal Garage Door NOTE: A check mark will appear in the selection box to Opener (HomeLink®), power liftgate and power sunroof indicate the system is turned ON.
Page 250: Front Map/Reading Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 Front Map/Reading Lights To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights will Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE is can be turned on by pressing the switch on either side of pressed.
Page 251: Courtesy Lights
250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Courtesy Lights Sunglasses Bin Door The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top At the front of the console a compartment is provided for corner of the lens. To turn the lights off, press the lens a the storage of a pair of sunglasses.
Page 252: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery.
Page 253: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink®...
Page 254: Programming A Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons. • If you have any problems, or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
Page 255 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) 5. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- locate the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button. This can gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
Page 256: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 NOTE: If the garage door opener/device does not acti- Programming A Non-Rolling Code vate, press the button a third time (for two seconds) to For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured complete the training. before 1995.
Page 257: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button 3. Without releasing the button proceed with “Program- and observe the indicator light. ming A Non-Rolling Code” Step 2 and follow all • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- remaining steps.
Page 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- and observe the indicator light. gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
Page 259: Using Homelink
258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Without releasing button proceed with The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is disabled when “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” Step 2 and the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow all remaining steps. Troubleshooting Tips Using HomeLink® If you are having trouble programming HomeLink®, To operate, press and release the programmed here are some of the most common solutions:...
Page 260: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 General Information WARNING! This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry • Your motorized door or gate will open and close Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following while you are programming the universal trans- two conditions: ceiver.
Page 261: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with The power sunroof switch is located between the sun visors on the overhead console. FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s authority to operate the device.
Page 262: Opening Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and second and the sunroof will open automatically from any do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle. Do position.
Page 263: Closing Sunroof - Express
262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Closing Sunroof — Express sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc- tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and Press the switch forward and release it within one-half release to Express Close. second and the sunroof will close automatically from any position.
Page 264: Wind Buffeting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 Wind Buffeting Ignition OFF Operation Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of The power sunroof switches remain active for up to pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch has ears.
Page 265 264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle. Do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/Run mode.
Page 266: Opening Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 Opening Sunroof — Express position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop second.
Page 267: Opening Power Shade - Manual Mode
266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE full-open position. This is called “Express Open”. During “Express Close”. During Express Close operation, any Express Open operation, any movement of the shade movement of the switch will stop the shade. switch will stop the shade. NOTE: If the sunroof is open, the shade will close to the Opening Power Shade —...
Page 268: Wind Buffeting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc- Sunroof Maintenance tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean release to Express Close. the glass panel.
Page 269: Electrical Power Outlets
268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp) power Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. outlets that can be used to power cellular phones, small Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as electronics and other low powered electrical accessories.
Page 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 Front Power Outlet Center Console Outlet In addition to the front power outlet, there is also a power The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo outlet located in the storage area of the center console. area.
Page 271 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Power Outlet Power Outlet Right Rear Quarter Panel Fuse NOTE: The rear power outlet can be switched to “bat- tery” powered all the time by switching the power outlet right rear quarter panel fuse in the fuse panel.
Page 272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 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 273: Power Inverter - If Equipped
272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! There is a 115 Volt, 150 Watt inverter outlet located on the • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw back of the center console to convert DC current to AC power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in current.
Page 274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 The power inverter is designed with built-in overload protection. If the power rating of 150 Watts is exceeded, the power inverter will automatically shut down. Once the electrical device has been removed from the outlet the inverter should automatically reset.
Page 275: Cupholders
274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers located in the center console. Rear Cupholders STORAGE Glove Compartment Front Cupholders The glove compartment is located on the right side of the There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers instrument panel.
Page 276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 Glove Compartment Opened Glove Compartment To open the glove compartment, pull outward on the latch and lower the glove box door.
Page 277: Door Storage
276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Door Storage Console Features Large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy The center console contains both an upper and a lower access. storage area. Door Panel Storage Storage Compartment To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on the small latch located on the lid.
Page 278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 Storage Compartment Latches Lower Storage Compartment Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the Your vehicle may have an optional CD or DVD player lower storage compartment. located in the center console.
Page 279: Cargo Area Features
278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) players, and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving. Use of these devices while driving can cause an accident due to distrac- tion, resulting in death or injury. CARGO AREA FEATURES Rechargeable Flashlight The rechargeable flashlight is mounted on the left side of the cargo area.
Page 280: Cargo Storage Bins
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 Press And Release Three-Press Switch To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, Cargo Storage Bins twice for low, and a third time to return to off. There are four removable storage bins located in the rear cargo area.
Page 281 280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a rear sub- and attach the tether hook (attached to the bottom of the woofer, the passenger side cargo area will not be avail- load floor) to the liftgate opening. able.
Page 282: Retractable Cargo Area Cover - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or protect passengers from loose cargo. To cover the cargo area: 1.
Page 283: Rear Cargo Tie-Downs
282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! In a collision, a loose cargo cover in the vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle. Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compart- ment.
Page 284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 WARNING! • To help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats and use seat belts.
Page 285: Rear Window Features
284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES WARNING! (Continued) Rear Window Wiper/Washer • Do not carry loads which exceed the load limits described on the label attached to the left door or The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the mul- left door center pillar.
Page 286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 release of the switch, the wipers will resume the continu- ous rear wiper operation. When this rotary control is in the OFF position, rotating it downward will activate the rear washer pump which will continue to operate as long as the switch is held.
Page 287: Rear Window Defroster
286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Window Defroster CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to The rear window defroster button is located on the heating elements: the climate control panel. Press this button to turn •...
Page 288: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED desired position, keeping the crossbars parallel to the rack frame. Once the crossbar is in the desired position, The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the retighten the with the wrench to lock the crossbar into weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack.
Page 289 288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners carefully • To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, do when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof not carry any loads on the roof rack without the rack.
Page 290: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ EVIC Red Telltales .....312 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..291 ▫...
Page 291 290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED ..349 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES . .352 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — CLIMATE CONTROLS ....352 IF EQUIPPED.
Page 292: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Lower Switch Bank 11 — Hood Release 2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Hazard Switch 12 — Fuel Door Release 3 — Radio 8 — Storage Bin (SD Card, AUX, USB Media Hub) 13 —...
Page 293: Instrument Cluster - Premium
292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
Page 294: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 3. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light 1. Tachometer This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute switch is turned to the ON/RUN position and (RPM x 1000).
Page 295 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. High Beam Indicator 7. Turn Signal Indicator Indicates that headlights are on high beam. The arrows will flash with the exterior turn sig- nals when the turn signal lever is operated. A tone 5. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped will chime, and an EVIC message will appear if either This indicator will illuminate when the front fog turn signal is left on for more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 10. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) CAUTION! The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator an onboard diagnostic system called OBD II that Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine monitors engine and automatic transmission con- control system.
Page 297 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 11. Electronic Park Brake Failure Indicator — If Equipped CAUTION! This light indicates the Electronic Parking Driving with a hot engine cooling system could Brake system requires service. damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “H”...
Page 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 If the light remains on when the parking brake has been WARNING! disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the others could be badly burned by steam or boiling Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock Brake...
Page 299 298 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS tions.
Page 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 14. Fuel Gauge/Fuel Door Reminder one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- The fuel pump symbol points to the side of the vehicle nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as where the fuel door is located.
Page 301 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- CAUTION! (Continued) quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera- When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- tion or sensor damage may result when using re- tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure placement equipment that is not of the same size, as intended.
Page 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so, 18. Air Bag Warning Light then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must This light will turn on for four to eight seconds be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first before the repair or service.
Page 303 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 20. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see Light — If Equipped your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- trol (ESC) is off.
Page 304: Electronic Vehicle Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 22. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on. ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster.
Page 305 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Fuel Economy Info The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering • Trip A wheel: • Trip B • Radio Info • Stored Messages • Screen Setup •...
Page 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 • UP Arrow Button • BACK Arrow Button Press and release the UP arrow button to scroll Press the LEFT arrow button to return to the upward through the main menu and sub- main menu from an info screen or sub-menu menus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Audio, item.
Page 307: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) 7. Selectable Gauge 2 Displays 8. Selectable Gauge 1 The EVIC displays are located in the center portion of the The main display area will normally display the main cluster and consists of eight sections: menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main 1.
Page 308: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 the EVIC’s compass/outside temp line. Examples of this seconds and then returns to the previous screen. An message type are “Right Front Turn Signal Lamp Out” example of this message type is “Automatic High Beams and “Low Tire Pressure”.
Page 309: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Messages
308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL message temporarily, press and release the MENU but- Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™ ton. To reset the oil change indicator system (after 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (Do performing the scheduled maintenance) refer to the fol- not start the engine.) lowing procedure.
Page 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 • Service Airbag System • Tire Pressure Screen With Low Tire(s) “Inflate Tire to XX” • Traction Control Off • Service Tire Pressure System • Washer Fluid Low • Parking Brake Engaged • Oil Pressure Low •...
Page 311 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Vehicle Not in Park • Service Airbag Warning Light • Key in Ignition • Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled • Key in Ignition Lights On • Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled • Remote Start Active Key to Run •...
Page 312: Evic Amber Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 • Transmission Getting Hot Press Brake EVIC Amber Telltales • Trans. Hot Stop Safely Shift to Park Wait to Cool This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- tales. These telltales include: • Transmission Cool Ready to Drive •...
Page 313: Evic Red Telltales
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Transmission Temperature Warning Telltale WARNING! This telltale indicates that the transmission If you continue operating the vehicle when the fluid temperature is running hot. This may Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi- occur with severe usage, such as trailer towing. nated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in If this telltale turns on, safely pull over and contact with hot engine or exhaust components and...
Page 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 • Oil Pressure Warning Light electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If the charging system light remains on, it means that the This telltale indicates low engine oil pressure. If vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut system.
Page 315 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the light remains lit with the engine running, your If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho- stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, rized dealer for service as soon as possible.
Page 316: Evic Green Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 EVIC Green Telltales RIGHT arrow button to scroll through the sub-menus and press the OK button to change the display • Electronic Speed Control SET between km/h and mph. This telltale will illuminate green when the Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) electronic speed control is SET.
Page 317 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Multimeter Tire PSI is an information only function and cannot be reset. Press and release the LEFT arrow button to return Engine Hours to the main menu. Tire Pressure Refer to “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until under “Starting and Operating”...
Page 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 Trip B Fuel Economy Press and release the Left or Right arrow but- Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow ton until the Trip B icon is highlighted in the button until the Fuel Economy icon is EVIC (Toggle left or right to select Trip A or highlighted.
Page 319 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Performance Features include the following: • 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) WARNING! • Braking Distance Measurement of vehicle statistics with the perfor- • 1/8 Mile mance pages is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be done on any public •...
Page 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 The following describes each feature and its operation: Braking Distance Timers When selected, this screen displays the vehicle’s braking distance and the speed at which the brake pedal was 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) depressed. When selected, this screen displays the time it takes for •...
Page 321 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The distance and speed measurements will continue to Instantaneous G-Force display until the conditions are met for another event When selected, this screen displays the current G-Force to be recorded. (lateral and longitudinal). • Pressing the OK button will clear the current run and Peak G-Force prepare the cluster to record a new run.
Page 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 Launch Mode – If Equipped Pressing the launch control button when launch control is active will deactivate launch control. This system maximizes acceleration traction for straight line racing. NOTE: • Launch Mode brings the engine to optimum RPM and 1.
Page 323: Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items
322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Outside Temp (default setting) Screen Setup • Trans Temp Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow • Oil Temp button until the Screen Setup display icon is • Time highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to enter the Screen Setup •...
Page 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 • Compass (default setting) Lower Left • Outside Temp • None (default setting) • Trans Temp • Compass • Oil Temp • Outside Temp • Time • Trans Temp • Range To Empty (RTE) • Oil Temp •...
Page 325: Uconnect® Settings
324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Lower Right Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default Settings) • None (default setting) • Cancel • Compass • Okay • Outside Temp Uconnect® SETTINGS • Trans Temp The Uconnect® system uses a combination of soft and •...
Page 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 Uconnect® 5.0 soft-keys and hard-keys 1 — Uconnect® Soft-Keys 2 — Uconnect® Hard-Keys Uconnect® 8.4 soft-keys and hard-keys 1 — Uconnect® Soft-Keys 2 — Uconnect® Hard-Keys...
Page 327: Hard-Keys
326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Hard-Keys Soft-Keys Hard-Keys are located below the Uconnect® system in Soft-Keys are accessible on the Uconnect® display. the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect® Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right side of the 5.0/8.4 Settings Climate Controls in the center of the instrument panel.
Page 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 • Display Brightness With Headlights ON next to the setting, showing that setting has been se- lected. Once the setting is complete either press the Back When in this display, you may select the brightness with Arrow soft-key or the Back hard-key to return to the the headlights on.
Page 329 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Voice Response Length Theme soft-key until a check-mark appears next to the theme, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the When in this display, you may change the Voice Re- arrow back soft-key. sponse Length settings.
Page 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 • Set Time Hours designated turn within a programmed route. To make your selection, touch the Navigation Turn-By-Turn In When in this display, you may adjust the hours. The Sync Cluster soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to the with GPS Time soft-key must be unchecked.
Page 331 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Time Format the setting for more dynamic driving, select the Near setting. This warns you of a possible collision when you When in this display, you may select the time format are much closer to the vehicle in front of you. To change display setting.
Page 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 to return to the previous menu. For further information, apply to the steering wheel to correct for vehicle lane refer to “Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitiga- departure can be set at Low, Medium or High. To make tion”...
Page 333 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Front ParkSense® Chime Volume ParkSense® Rear Chime Volume soft-key, until a check- mark appears next to setting, indicating that the setting The Front ParkSense® Chime Volume settings can be had been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to selected from the EVIC or Uconnect®...
Page 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 • Tilt Mirrors In Reverse • Blind Spot Alert When this feature is selected, the exterior sideview When this feature is selected, the Blind Spot Alert feature mirrors will tilt downward when the ignition is in the Provides alerts, visual and/or audible, to indicate objects RUN position and the transmission shift lever is in the in your blind spot.
Page 335 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If your vehicle has experienced any damage in until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the area where the sensor is located, even if the fascia is the setting had been selected. Touch the back arrow not damaged, the sensor may have become misaligned.
Page 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 • ParkView® Backup Camera Static Gridlines display whenever the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The image will be displayed on the radio touchscreen Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear display along with a caution note to “check entire sur- Back Up Camera Static Guidelines that allows you to see roundings”...
Page 337 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “PARK” or the ignition is switched to the OFF position. and operating information. To make your selection, touch To set the ParkView® Backup Camera Delay press the the Hill Start Assist soft-key, until a check-mark appears “Controls”...
Page 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 indicating that the setting had been selected. Touch the touch the + or - soft-key to select your desired time back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. interval. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu.
Page 339 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow selected. To make your selection, touch the Flash Head- soft-key to return to the previous menu. Refer to “Lights lights with Lock soft-key, until a check-mark appears / SmartBeam™...
Page 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • Sound Horn With Lock Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button. When 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks is selected, you must press When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button twice to unlock the the door locks are activated.
Page 341 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Passive Entry NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicles to ON) when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter door(s) without having to press the Remote Keyless is used to unlock the door.
Page 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 • Auto-On Driver Heated/Ventilated Seat & Steering • Engine Off Power Delay Wheel With Vehicle Start — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the power window When this feature is selected the driver’s heated seat and switches, radio, Uconnect®...
Page 343 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass Settings — If Equipped After pressing the Compass Settings soft-key the follow- ing settings will be available. • Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North. To compensate for the differences the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map.
Page 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 calibrate the compass by pressing the ON soft-key and NOTE: Bass/Mid/Treble allow you to simply slide your completing one or more 360-degree turns (in an area free finger up or down to change the setting as well as touch from large metal or metallic objects) until the CAL directly on the desired setting.
Page 345 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To make your selection, touch the AUX Volume Match SiriusXM Setup soft-key, select On or Off followed by pressing the arrow After pressing the SIRIUS Setup soft-key the following back soft-key. settings will be available: •...
Page 346: Srt Performance Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 Touch the Subscription Info soft-key to access the Sub- Clear Personal Data scription Information screen. After pressing the Clear Personal Data Settings soft-key the following settings will be available: Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To reactivate your service, either call the number listed on •...
Page 347 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The Performance Features include the following: WARNING! • Timers Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor- • Engine Values mance Features is intended for off-highway or off- road use only and should not be done on any public •...
Page 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 The following describes each feature and its operation: Braking Distance Timers When selected, this screen displays the vehicle’s braking distance and the speed at which the brake pedal was 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h), 1/8 Mile (200 meter), 1/4 Mile depressed.
Page 349 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When a force greater than zero is measured, the display Gauges 2 will update the value as it climbs. As the G-Force falls, When selected, this screen displays the following values: the peak forces will continue to display. •...
Page 350: Uconnect® Radios - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 • Oil Pressure Uconnect® RADIOS — IF EQUIPPED For detailed information about your Uconnect® radio Shows the actual oil pressure. refer to your Uconnect® Supplement Manual. • Battery Voltage iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED Shows the actual battery voltage. Located inside the center console upper lid, this feature Engine allows an iPod®...
Page 351: If Equipped
350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a IF EQUIPPED push-button in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the rocker The remote sound system controls are located on the rear switch will increase the volume, and pressing the bottom surface of the steering wheel.
Page 352: Cd Player
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 The button located in the center of the left-hand control 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- wiping from center to edge. grammed in the radio preset pushbutton.
Page 353: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES CLIMATE CONTROLS Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in The air conditioning and heating system is designed to your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from make you comfortable in all types of weather. This your radio.
Page 354: General Overview
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 General Overview Soft-Keys Hard-Keys Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. The hard-keys are located below the Uconnect® screen. Uconnect® 5.0 Automatic Temperature Controls — Soft-keys Automatic Climate Controls — Hard-keys...
Page 355 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And Soft-keys) 1. MAX A/C Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is ON. Performing this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator will turn off.
Page 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 4. AUTO Operation Button 6. Rear Defrost Button Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by Press and release this button to turn on the rear window adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Performing defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). this function will cause the ATC to switch between An indicator will illuminate when the rear window manual mode and automatic modes.
Page 357 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 8. Passenger Temperature Control Down Button CAUTION! (Continued) Provides the passenger with independent temperature • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive control. Push the hard-key button for cooler temperature window cleaners on the interior surface of the settings or on the touch-screen, press and slide the window.
Page 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 10. Blower Control 11. Modes Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air forced through the climate system. There are seven comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, blower speeds available.
Page 359 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con- 12. Climate Control OFF Button ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control warmer air from the floor outlets. ON/OFF.
Page 360: Climate Control Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 NOTE: In Sync mode, this button will also automatically the cabin. For improved fuel economy, press the A/C adjust the passenger temperature setting at the same button to turn off the air conditioning and manually time.
Page 361 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MAX A/C Recirculation MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling perfor- When outside air contains smoke, odors, or mance. high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C and the you may wish to recirculate interior air by prior settings.
Page 362: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) NOTE: • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for Automatic Operation cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts 1. Press the AUTO hard-key or soft-key button (4) on the the temperature, mode, and blower speed to provide Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Panel.
Page 363: Operating Tips
362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by A solution of 50% OAT (Organic Additive Technology) adjusting the blower control. The fan will now operate at coolant that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected.
Page 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 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 365 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 366 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .376 STARTING PROCEDURES ....369 ▫ Automatic Transmission ....369 ▫...
Page 367 366 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Flowing/Rising Water ....391 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION ... . .406 ▫...
Page 368 STARTING AND OPERATING 367 ▫ Tire Spinning ......426 ▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ....440 ▫...
Page 369 368 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer ▫ Towing Tips ......459 Weight Ratings) ..... .454 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND ▫...
Page 370: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic Transmission Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat before shifting into any driving gear.
Page 371: Keyless Enter-N-Go
370 STARTING AND OPERATING Using Fob With Integrated Key (Tip Start) Keyless Enter-N-Go™ NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm This feature allows the driver to oper- engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the ate the ignition switch with the push accelerator pedal.
Page 372 STARTING AND OPERATING 371 4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to 3. If the shift lever/shift selector is not in PARK, the the engine starting, press the button again. ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle speed must be above 5 mph NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm (8 km/h) before the engine will shut off.
Page 373: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)
372 STARTING AND OPERATING • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions – With Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or return the ignition switch to the OFF position (EVIC will display “OFF”). NEUTRAL Position) The ENGINE START/STOP button operates similar to an Extreme Cold Weather (Below –20°F Or −29°C)
Page 374 STARTING AND OPERATING 373 Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE WARNING! (Continued) START/STOP Button) • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it If the engine fails to start after you have followed the started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans- “Normal Starting”...
Page 375: After Starting
374 STARTING AND OPERATING After Starting CAUTION! (Continued) The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will • Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot decrease as the engine warms up. is firmly pressing the brake pedal. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NOTE: You must press and hold the brake pedal while shifting out of PARK.
Page 376 STARTING AND OPERATING 375 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 377: Key Ignition Park Interlock
376 STARTING AND OPERATING Key Ignition Park Interlock Fuel Economy (ECO) Mode This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- The Fuel Economy (ECO) mode can improve the vehi- lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK cle’s overall fuel economy during normal driving condi- before the engine can be turned off.
Page 378: Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 377 When the Fuel Economy (ECO) Mode is engaged, the lever in this vehicle does not slide like a conventional vehicle control systems will change the following: shifter. Instead, the shift lever is spring loaded and moves forward and rearward, always returning to the center •...
Page 379 378 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles (kilometers). Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears.
Page 380 STARTING AND OPERATING 379 NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to NOTE: On four-wheel drive vehicles be sure that the allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. transfer case is in a drive position. This is especially important when the engine is cold. WARNING! PARK •...
Page 381 380 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
Page 382 STARTING AND OPERATING 381 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to in a location accessible to children), and do not be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a leave the ignition (of a vehicle equipped with number of reasons.
Page 383 382 STARTING AND OPERATING REVERSE CAUTION! (Continued) This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete must start the engine, and also press the brake stop.
Page 384 STARTING AND OPERATING 383 When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as CAUTION! when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi- tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other while towing heavy trailers), select TOW mode (refer to reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause Selec-Trac®...
Page 385 384 STARTING AND OPERATING SPORT illuminated. A message in the instrument cluster will inform the driver of the more serious conditions, and This mode alters the transmission’s automatic shift indicate what actions may be necessary. schedule for sportier driving. Upshift speeds are in- creased to make full use of available engine power.
Page 386: Paddle Shift Mode
STARTING AND OPERATING 385 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no PADDLE SHIFT MODE longer detected, the transmission will return to normal Paddle Shift mode is a driver-interactive transmission operation. feature providing manual shift control, giving you more control of the vehicle.
Page 387 386 STARTING AND OPERATING • The transmission will automatically downshift as the mode will retain the current gear. When Paddle Shift mode is active, the current transmission gear is displayed vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will in the instrument cluster. display the current gear.
Page 388: Selec-Trac® - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 387 • Holding the (-) paddle depressed will progressively WARNING! downshift the transmission to the lowest gear possible at the current speed. Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their •...
Page 389 388 STARTING AND OPERATING will be in Semi Firm mode, and a green flag will light up in the instrument cluster. The transmission will provide a more aggressive shifting pattern (Refer to “Paddle Shift Mode” in “Starting And Operating” for further information).
Page 390: Active Damping System
STARTING AND OPERATING 389 • Track – Track road calibration for use on high traction Active Damping System surfaces. Driveline is maximized for traction. Some This vehicle is equipped with an electronic controlled binding may be felt on less forgiving surfaces. The damping system.
Page 391: Launch Mode - If Equipped
390 STARTING AND OPERATING Launch Mode – If Equipped Pressing the launch control button when launch control is active will deactivate launch control. This system maximizes acceleration traction for straight line racing. NOTE: • Launch Mode brings the engine to optimum RPM and 1.
Page 392: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 391 DRIVING THROUGH WATER Flowing/Rising Water Driving through water more than a few inches/ WARNING! centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 393 392 STARTING AND OPERATING Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! (Continued) Although your vehicle is capable of driving through • Driving through standing water may cause damage shallow standing water, consider the following Caution to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always and Warning before doing so. inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans- mission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., CAUTION!
Page 394: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 393 POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 395: Fuel Saver Technology - If Equipped
394 STARTING AND OPERATING • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY — IF EQUIPPED ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering off four of the engine’s eight cylinders during light load system.
Page 396 STARTING AND OPERATING 395 NOTE: • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle.
Page 397 396 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the a location accessible to children, and do not leave parking brake.
Page 398: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 397 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) CAUTION! This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the under adverse braking conditions. The system controls parking brake released, a brake system malfunction hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up and is indicated.
Page 399: Traction Control System (Tcs)
398 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) Brake Assist System (BAS) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake capability during emergency braking maneuvers.
Page 400: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
STARTING AND OPERATING 399 applies the appropriate brake and may also reduce WARNING! engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will • The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- occur. ERM will only intervene during very severe or evasive driving maneuvers.
Page 401: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
400 STARTING AND OPERATING the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appro- WARNING! (Continued) priate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or or other vehicles. The capabilities of an ERM- understeer condition. equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reck- •...
Page 402 STARTING AND OPERATING 401 The ESC system has three available operating modes. WARNING! The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- This is the normal operating mode for ESC . Whenever vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in this “On”...
Page 403 402 STARTING AND OPERATING again, momentarily press the “ESC OFF” switch. This NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving will restore the normal “ESC On” mode of operation. with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off”...
Page 404 STARTING AND OPERATING 403 while the vehicle is stopped with the engine running. WARNING! After five seconds, a chime will sound, the “ESC • When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” will illuminate, and the ESC OFF message will display in the vehicle of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de- odometer.
Page 405: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
404 STARTING AND OPERATING to the “Partial Off” mode by momentarily pressing the WARNING! “ESC Off” switch. In the ESC “Full Off” mode, the engine torque WARNING! reduction and stability features are disabled. There- fore, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESC is With the ESC switched OFF, the enhanced vehicle unavailable.
Page 406: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 405 swaying trailer is recognized. No driver action is re- ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And quired. Note that TSC cannot stop all trailers from ESC OFF Indicator Light swaying. Always use caution when towing a trailer and The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator follow the trailer tongue weight recommendations.
Page 407: Tire Safety Information
406 STARTING AND OPERATING up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing Tire Markings road conditions. NOTE: • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 408 STARTING AND OPERATING 407 • LT (Light Truck) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. NOTE: design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the design standards.
Page 409 408 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 or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 410 STARTING AND OPERATING 409 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 411: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
410 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 412 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits) 03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) — 03 means the 3rd week 01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) —...
Page 413: Tire Terminology And Definitions
412 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure 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 414: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 413 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. B-Pillar Location for Tire And Loading Information Placard...
Page 415 414 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires.
Page 416 STARTING AND OPERATING 415 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- axles must not be exceeded. For further information on pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to XXX kg”...
Page 417 416 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- 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 418 STARTING AND OPERATING 417...
Page 419: Tires - General Information
418 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 420: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 419 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 vehicle Unequal tire pressures from side to side may cause erratic to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the and unpredictable steering response.
Page 421 420 STARTING AND OPERATING Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range CAUTION! of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with temperature changes. After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change.
Page 422: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 421 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and 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 423: Tire Types
422 STARTING AND OPERATING Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and Summer Or Three Season Tires – If Equipped additional information. Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- on ice.
Page 424: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 423 Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what Run Flat Tires – If Equipped was originally equipped with your vehicle and should Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid loss of inflation (120 km/h).
Page 425: Spare Tires - If Equipped
424 STARTING AND OPERATING Spare Tires – If Equipped rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended NOTE: For vehicles equipped with TIREFIT instead of a tire rotation pattern. spare tire, please refer to “TIREFIT KIT”...
Page 426 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a Full Size Spare – If Equipped conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire.
Page 427: Tire Spinning
426 STARTING AND OPERATING your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the Tire Spinning original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not first opportunity. spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- WARNING! ping when you are stuck.
Page 428: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 427 Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the to help you in determining when your tires should be tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
Page 429: Replacement Tires
428 STARTING AND OPERATING Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for WARNING! the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six equipment tire sidewall.
Page 430: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 429 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 431 430 STARTING AND OPERATING aggressive tread designs such as those on On/Off-Road type tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to main- tain mud, snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth, quiet ride. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals.
Page 432: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 431 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least NOTE: For vehicles equipped with run flat tires — When three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a the TPMS indicates a tire pressure of 14 psi (96 kPa) or three-hour period.
Page 433 432 STARTING AND OPERATING the recommended cold tire pressure in order for the Tire be ON. In this situation, the Tire Pressure Monitoring Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light to be turned off. The Telltale Light will turn OFF only after the tires have been system will automatically update and the Tire Pressure inflated to the vehicle’s recommended cold tire pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will extinguish once the up-...
Page 434 STARTING AND OPERATING 433 • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes CAUTION! (Continued) the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. • After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al- Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire ways reinstall the valve stem cap.
Page 435: Premium System - If Equipped
434 STARTING AND OPERATING • Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System Messages, Premium System – If Equipped which display in the Electronic Vehicle Information The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless Center (EVIC), and a graphic displaying tire pressures technology with wheel rim-mounted electronic sensors to •...
Page 436 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 NOTE: Your system can be set to display pressure units Should a low tire condition occur on any of the four in PSI, kPa, or BAR. active road tire(s), you should stop as soon as possible, and inflate the low tire(s) that is “flashing”...
Page 437 436 STARTING AND OPERATING SERVICE TPM SYSTEM Warning NOTE: Your system can be set to display pressure units in PSI, kPa, or BAR. The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds, and remain on solid when a system fault is detected.
Page 438 STARTING AND OPERATING 437 If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. no longer exists, the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will no longer flash, the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM The EVIC will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message will not be present, and a pressure value will be...
Page 439 438 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: There is no tire pressure monitoring sensor in the sound, the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will spare tire. The TPMS will not be able to monitor the tire flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid, pressure.
Page 440: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 439 General Information FUEL REQUIREMENTS This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and 6.4L Engine RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: The 6.4L engine is designed to meet all •...
Page 441: Reformulated Gasoline
440 STARTING AND OPERATING Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties genates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenates necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, may be used in your vehicle.
Page 442: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 441 • disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles engine controller memory Non-FFV vehicles are compatible with gasoline contain- ing 10% ethanol (E10). Gasoline with higher ethanol More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged content may void the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 443: Materials Added To Fuel
442 STARTING AND OPERATING Materials Added To Fuel CAUTION! (Continued) All gasoline sold in the United States is required to • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to detergents or other additives is not needed under normal overheat.
Page 444: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 443 Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- WARNING! tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon conditions repaired promptly.
Page 445 444 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Filler Door Release Switch Fuel Filler Door 2. Open the fuel filler door. NOTE: In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel door from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on the fuel door to break the ice buildup and re-release the fuel door using the inside release button.
Page 446 STARTING AND OPERATING 445 • Retrieve funnel from the spare tire storage area. 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. • Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel 4.
Page 447: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release
446 STARTING AND OPERATING Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release WARNING! If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the filler door emergency release. vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is 1.
Page 448: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 447 VEHICLE LOADING Certification Label As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar. This label contains the month and year of manufacture, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Page 449 448 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Each axle GAWR is determined by the components in the system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle springs, tires or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension including driver, passengers, vehicle, options and cargo.
Page 450 STARTING AND OPERATING 449 Curb Weight front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shifted The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight from front to rear or rear to front as appropriate until the of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full specified weight limitations are met.
Page 451: Trailer Towing
450 STARTING AND OPERATING TRAILER TOWING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for In this section you will find safety tips and information further information. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
Page 452 STARTING AND OPERATING 451 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Tongue Weight (TW) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles hitch ball by the trailer.
Page 453 452 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Distributing Hitch Weights (TW) and may be required depending on vehicle and trailer configuration / loading to comply with Gross A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) requirements. age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the WARNING! tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s).
Page 454: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 453 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class Max. Trailer Hitch In- the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can dustry Standards tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Page 455: Starting And Operating
454 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) GCWR (Gross Engine/ Max. GTW (Gross Max. Trailer Tongue Combined Wt. Rat- Frontal Area Transmission Trailer Wt.) Wt. (See Note) ing) 6.4L Automatic 12,600 lbs (5 40 sq. ft. (3.72 sq 7,200 lbs (3 265 kg) 720 lbs (327 kg) 715 kg)
Page 456: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 455 NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to “Tire Safety Information/Tire and Loading In- formation Placard”...
Page 457 456 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as and do not make starts at full throttle.
Page 458 STARTING AND OPERATING 457 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your 2. GTW vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to 3. GAWR the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized. chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough Towing Requirements –...
Page 459 458 STARTING AND OPERATING • Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over WARNING! 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s 1,653 lbs (750 kg). hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake CAUTION! system and cause it to fail.
Page 460: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 459 Towing Requirements – Tires Towing Tips – Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe NOTE: To provide optimum towing performance and to and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to protect transmission components always select Trailer “Tires –...
Page 461 460 STARTING AND OPERATING • To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous NOTE: Using a lower gear while operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions will improve perfor- driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as neces- mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces- sary to avoid extended driving at high RPM.
Page 462: Recreational Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 461 Cooling System RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- heating, take the following actions: Recreational towing is not allowed. City Driving CAUTION! When stopped for short periods of time, shift the trans- Towing this vehicle with any of its wheels on the mission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed.
Page 464: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Road Tire Installation ....476 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...464 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 465: Hazard Warning Flashers
464 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the switch bank just above the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. •...
Page 466: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 465 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads HOT • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the (H), pull over and stop the vehicle.
Page 467: Run Flat Tires
466 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
Page 468: Jack Location
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 467 Jack Location WARNING! The scissor-type jack and tire changing tools are located • Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) if the “Tire in rear cargo area, below the load floor. Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” is illuminated. Vehicle handling and braking may be reduced.
Page 469: Spare Tire Stowage
468 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The funnel for the Cap-Less Fuel System is Preparations For Jacking located on top of the spare tire. If your vehicle is out of 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or fuel and an auxiliary fuel can is needed, insert the funnel slippery surfaces.
Page 470: Jacking Instructions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 469 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally Jacking Instructions opposite of the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front WARNING! tire, block the left rear wheel. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: •...
Page 471 470 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a Jack Warning Label service center where it can be raised on a lift.”...
Page 472 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 471 Jack and Tool Assembly Jacking Locations 4. For the front axle, place the jack on the body flange just behind the front tire as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged.
Page 473 472 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Lift Point Symbol On Sill Molding Front Jacking Location 5. For a rear tire, place the jack in the slot on the rear tie-down bracket, just forward of the rear tire (as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding).
Page 474 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 473 Lift Point Symbol On Sill Molding Rear Jacking Location 6. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire.
Page 475 474 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 7. Remove the lug nuts and wheel. 8.
Page 476 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 475 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw counter- clockwise, and remove the jack and wheel blocks. 10. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage.
Page 477: Road Tire Installation
476 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has hicle.
Page 478: Jump-Starting
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 477 JUMP-STARTING WARNING! If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump- Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack.
Page 479 478 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact.
Page 480: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 479 2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- Jump-Starting Procedure cal accessories. WARNING! 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery post. Pull upward on the cover to remove Failure to follow this procedure could result in per- sonal injury or property damage due to battery ex- plosion.
Page 481 480 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery. battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged 3.
Page 482: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 481 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE from the remote positive (+) post of the discharged If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it vehicle.
Page 483 482 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Press the ESC Off switch (if necessary), to place CAUTION! the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- Off mode, before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Elec- tronic Brake Control”...
Page 484: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 483 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi- • Do not use a chain for freeing a stuck vehicle. cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for Chains may break, causing serious injury or death. longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- •...
Page 485: Manual Park Release
484 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES MANUAL PARK RELEASE In order to move the vehicle in cases where the transmis- sion will not shift out of PARK (such as a dead battery), a Manual Park Release is available. WARNING! Follow these steps to use the Manual Park Release: Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the parking brake, before activating the Manual Park 1.
Page 486 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 485 Manual Park Release Cover Release Latch 3. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, push the metal 4. While the metal latch is the open position, simultane- latch in towards the tether strap. ously pull upwards on the tether strap until it clicks and releases out of the park position.
Page 487 486 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES To Disengage the Manual Park Release Lever: 1. To disengage the Manual Park Release apply tension upward while pushing the release latch towards the tether to unlock the lever. Released Position NOTE: To prevent the vehicle from rolling unintention- ally, firmly apply the parking brake.
Page 488: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 487 2. Once the tension has been released and the lever has TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE been unlocked be sure it is stowed properly and locks The manufacturer requires towing your vehicle with all into position. four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
Page 490: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ....500 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L ..491 ▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ... . .502 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) .
Page 491 490 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Automatic Transmission ....520 ▫ Front Fog Lamps .....540 ▫...
Page 492: Engine Compartment - 6.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 491 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.4L 1 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator) 4 —...
Page 493: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
492 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 further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 494: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test, PROGRAMS which you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass do the following: an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Page 495 494 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will If your OBD II system is not ready, you should see your happen: authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, •...
Page 496: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 495 REPLACEMENT PARTS WARNING! Use of genuine MOPAR® parts for normal/scheduled You can be badly injured working on or around a maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to en- motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you sure the designed performance.
Page 497: Engine Oil
496 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil CAUTION! Checking Oil Level • Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per- To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must form repairs and service when necessary could be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at result in more costly repairs, damage to other regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
Page 498 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 497 Engine Oil Selection CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection under all • Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the engine.
Page 499 498 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Engine Oil Viscosity Identification Symbol Use Pennzoil Ultra™ 0W-40 engine or equivalent MOPAR® oil meeting the Chrysler Material Standard This symbol means that the oil has MS-12633 for use in all operating temperatures. been certified by the American The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended Petroleum Institute (API).
Page 500: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 499 Materials Added To Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Selection The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality the engine oil.
Page 501: Maintenance-Free Battery
500 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- near the engine compartment before starting the tenance required.
Page 502 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your • When temperatures are below the freezing point, skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze. Do flammable and explosive.
Page 503: Air Conditioner Maintenance
502 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- at the start of each warm season. This service should tioning system.
Page 504 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 503 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- Do not remove the A/C air filter while the blower is carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental operating or personal injury may result. Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
Page 505 504 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the cover. CAUTION! The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter.
Page 506: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 505 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 nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 507 506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation NOTE: The rear wiper arm cannot be raised fully up- ward unless the pivot cap is raised first. 1. Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm upward, this will allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off of the 2.
Page 508: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 507 5. Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap into place. Adding Washer Fluid On vehicles equipped with a Electronic Vehicle Informa- tion Center (EVIC), the low washer fluid level will be indicated. When the sensor detects a low fluid level, the windshield will light on the vehicle graphic outline and the “WASHER FLUID LOW”...
Page 509: Exhaust System
508 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- rating information can be found on most washer fluid haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- containers. aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes to seep WARNING! into the passenger compartment.
Page 510 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 509 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park • Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your over materials that can burn. Such materials might vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. be grass or leaves coming into contact with your In the event of engine malfunction, particularly exhaust system.
Page 511: Cooling System
510 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough against you.
Page 512 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 511 Coolant Checks If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti- freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE months (before the onset of freezing weather, where CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
Page 513 512 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Page 514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 513 you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system. Please review these recommendations for using Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-...
Page 515 514 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check WARNING! with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community.
Page 516 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 515 The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is Points To Remember no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool- kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming ant.
Page 517: Brake System
516 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are Brake System required, the cooling system should be pressure tested In order to assure brake system performance, all brake for leaks. system components should be inspected periodically. • Maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 517 Fluid Level Check – Brake Master Cylinder WARNING! The fluid level of the master cylinder should be checked • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake whenever the vehicle is serviced, or immediately if the fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine brake system warning light is on.
Page 519: Front/Rear Axle Fluid
518 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
Page 520 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 519 Front Axle Fluid Level Check The rear axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m) on axles with aluminum The front axle oil level needs to be between 1/8 in (3 mm) housings.
Page 521: Transfer Case
520 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Transfer Case CAUTION! Fluid Level Check When installing plugs, do not overtighten. You could For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not damage them and cause them to leak. required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons Selection Of Lubricant the exterior surfaces of the transfer case assembly should be inspected.
Page 522 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 521 NOTE: No chemical flushes should be used in any Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered transmission; only the approved lubricant should be product and its performance may be impaired by supple- used. mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi- tives to the transmission.
Page 523: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
522 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE transmission has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can Fluid And Filter Changes check your transmission fluid level using special service Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at tools. the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle.
Page 524 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 523 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. hicle in the shade using MOPAR® Car Wash, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with The following maintenance recommendations will enable clear water.
Page 525 524 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 that will •...
Page 526 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 525 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and or polishing compounds. They will permanently damage chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly this finish and such damage is not covered by the New with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 527 526 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For grease stains, apply MOPAR® Multi-Purpose and MOPAR® Total Clean. Care should be taken to avoid Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue. do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter- gents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean your leather •...
Page 528 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 527 Glass Surfaces 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp with MOPAR®...
Page 529: Fuses
528 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Power Distribution Center The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains car- tridge fuses, micro fuses, relays, and circuit breakers. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
Page 530 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529 Cavity Cartridge Micro Description Cavity Cartridge Micro Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 60 Amp Rad Fan 40 Amp Body Controller / Yellow Green Exterior Lighting #2 40 Amp Compressor for Air 30 Amp Trailer Tow Electric Green Suspension if Pink...
Page 531 530 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Micro Description Cavity Cartridge Micro Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Engine Control 30 Amp Trailer Tow Recep- Yellow Module Pink tacle - If Equipped 30 Amp Body Controller #1 30 Amp Drive Train Control Pink Pink Module...
Page 532 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 531 Cavity Cartridge Micro Description Cavity Cartridge Micro Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Power Liftgate - 20 Amp Air Suspension Pink If Equipped Yellow Control Module - If Equipped 10 Amp Daytime Running Lights 10 Amp Ignition Node Module / Keyless 20 Amp...
Page 533 532 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Micro Description Cavity Cartridge Micro Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp Transmission 10 Amp Sunroof / Passen- Blue ger Window Switches / Rain 10 Amp Purging Pump Sensor (Diesel engine only) 15 Amp CD / DVD / 15 Amp Transmission Con-...
Page 534 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 533 Cavity Cartridge Micro Description Cavity Cartridge Micro Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp HID Headlamps 10 Amp Universal Garage Blue Right Door Opener / Compass / Anti- 20 Amp Brake Vacuum Intrusion Module Yellow Pump - If Equipped 20 Amp Trailer Tow Right 10 Amp...
Page 535 534 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Micro Description Cavity Cartridge Micro Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Airbag Module 10 Amp Shifter / Transfer Case Module 10 Amp Air Suspension / 10 Amp Rear Camera / Trailer Tow / Steer- Park Assist ing Column Con- 10 Amp...
Page 536 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 535 Cavity Cartridge Micro Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse • When installing the power distribution center 10 Amp Climate Control / cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly Driver Assistance positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may Systems Module allow water to get into the power distribution F100...
Page 537: Vehicle Storage
536 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery. Interior Bulbs You may: Bulb Number • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Glove Box Lamp •...
Page 538 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 537 Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Bulb Number Premium Front Side LED - (Service at Headlamps (Low Beam) Marker - If Equipped Authorized Dealer) Premium Headlamps D3S (Serviced at Front Park/Turn Lamp (Low/High Beam) Authorized Dealer) Rear Body Side Turn Sig- 7440NA (WY21W) Headlamps (High Beam) 9005...
Page 539: Bulb Replacement
538 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) – Bulb Number If Equipped CHMSL - Center High LED - (Service at The headlamps are a type of high voltage discharge tube. Mounted Stop Lamp Authorized Dealer) High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the NOTE: headlamp switch off and the key removed.
Page 540: Halogen Headlamps - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 539 NOTE: On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis- CAUTION! charge (HID) headlamps, when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to the lamps. This dimin- Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil ishes and becomes more white after approximately 10 contamination will severely shorten bulb life.
Page 541: Front Fog Lamps
540 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull the bulb straight out from the keyed opening in CAUTION! the housing. Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil CAUTION! contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the •...
Page 542: Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 541 4. Align the index tabs of the front fog lamp bulb with Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamps the slots in the collar of the bulb opening on the back 1. Raise the liftgate. of the front fog lamp housing.
Page 543: Rear Liftgate Mounted Tail Lamp
542 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Twist socket counter clockwise and remove from 6. Remove small trim panel around liftgate glass striker. lamp. 7. Close flipper glass and raise the liftgate. 5. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket. 8.
Page 544: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 543 10. Tail lamps are now visible. Rotate socket(s) counter Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) clockwise. The center high-mounted stop lamp is an LED assembly. See your authorized dealer for replacement. 11. Remove/replace bulb(s). 12. Reinstall the socket(s) 13.
Page 545: Fluid Capacities
544 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 25 Gallons 94 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 6.4 Liter Engine (SAE 0W-40, Synthetic API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System* 6.4 Liter Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/ 16 Quarts 15.5 Liters 150,000 Mile Formula that meets the requirements of Chrysler Ma-...
Page 546: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 545 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) that meets the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Engine Oil For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating condi- tions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the...
Page 547: Chassis
546 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission We recommend you ONLY use Mopar® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR®...
Page 548 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .548 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ...550...
Page 549 548 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser- The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this vice is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle manual must be done at the times or mileages specified serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best (805 km).
Page 550 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 549 • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals At Each Stop For Fuel exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or six months, which- • Check the engine oil level. Refer to “Maintenance ever comes first. Procedures/Engine Oil” in “Maintaining Your Ve- hicle”...
Page 551 550 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake CAUTION! master cylinder, and power steering, and add as needed. Failure to perform the required maintenance items may result in damage to the vehicle. • Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation.
Page 552 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 551 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏...
Page 553 552 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 18 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏...
Page 554 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 553 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏...
Page 555 554 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏...
Page 556 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 555 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏...
Page 557 556 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏...
Page 558 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 557 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏...
Page 559 558 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏...
Page 560 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 559 102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏...
Page 561 560 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service 114 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏...
Page 562 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 561 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service 126 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏...
Page 563 562 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service 138 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏...
Page 564 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 563 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or 150 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏...
Page 565 564 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 566: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ....567 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) ... . .569 ▫...
Page 567 566 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .574 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ..574 ▫...
Page 568: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 567 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 569: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
568 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer. Any communication to the manufacturer’s customer cen- We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an ter should include the following information: authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and •...
Page 570: Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 569 Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) P.O. Box 1621 To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- Phone: (800) 465–2001 English / (800) 387–9983 French cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center.
Page 571: Service Contract
570 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Service Contract Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the contract documents, and contact the person listed in You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle those documents. to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited We appreciate that you have made a major investment Warranty expires.
Page 572: Warranty Information
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 571 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS WARNING! (Continued) In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C. products of component wear contain, or emit, chemi- cals known to the State of California to cause cancer If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Page 573: In Canada
572 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– To order the following manuals, you may use either the 9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: website or the phone numbers listed below.
Page 574 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 573 Diagnostic Procedure Manuals Included are starting, operating, emergency and mainte- nance procedures as well as specifications, capabilities Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, and safety tips. charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix Call toll free at: problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and...
Page 575 574 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- teristics and climate. The following tire grading categories were established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Page 576 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 575 Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The temperature grade for this tire is established for representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory...
Page 578 INDEX...
Page 579 578 INDEX Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .195 Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ....9 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .512 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .
Page 580 INDEX 579 Autostick .......385 Brake/Transmission Interlock ....376 Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) .
Page 581 580 INDEX Center High Mounted Stop Light ....543 Cooling System......510 Certification Label.
Page 582 INDEX 581 Dealer Service......495 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..192 Defroster, Rear Window.
Page 583 582 INDEX Flooded, Starting ..... . .372 Exterior Lights ......117 Fuel Requirements .
Page 584 INDEX 583 Fog Lights ......294 Requirements ......439 Fog Light Service .
Page 585 584 INDEX Gross Vehicle Weight Rating....450 Ignition GVWR ....... . .448 Key .
Page 586 INDEX 585 Key-In Reminder ......16 Light Bulbs......117 Keyless Enter-N-Go .
Page 587 586 INDEX Headlights ......538 Turn Signal ......117 Headlights On With Wipers .
Page 588 INDEX 587 Methanol .......440 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ....439 Mirrors .
Page 589 588 INDEX Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ... . .6 Mirrors ......131 Outside Rearview Mirrors .
Page 590 INDEX 589 Rear Camera ......245 Replacement Keys ......19 Rear Cross Path .
Page 591 590 INDEX Seat Belts ....... .55 Security Against Theft..... . .20 Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .
Page 592 INDEX 591 Speedometer......294 Sun Visor Extension ..... . .134 Starting .
Page 593 592 INDEX High Speed ......421 Towing ....... .450 Inflation Pressures .
Page 594 INDEX 593 Maintenance ......520 Viscosity, Engine Oil ..... . .498 Shifting .
Page 595 594 INDEX Windshield Wiper Blades ....505 Wipers, Intermittent ..... . .182 Windshield Wipers .
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