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SECTION

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INTRODUCTION

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

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STARTING AND OPERATING

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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

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Page 1: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 3: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 4: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine Mopar parts, and cares about your workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all satisfaction.
Page 5 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 6: Vehicle Identification Number
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is on the left front corner of the instrument panel and is visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This number also appears on the Automobile Information VIN Location Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 7: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 9 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm ....18 ▫...
Page 10 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Open The Trunk ....24 Trunk Lock And Release ....34 ▫...
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - ▫ Transporting Passengers ....70 Airbags ......46 ▫...
Page 12: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ignition switch.
Page 13: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. It 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 14: Removing Key Fob From Ignition
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key from the Key Fob, slide the Removing Key Fob From Ignition mechanical latch at the top of the Key Fob sideways with Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob to the your thumb and then pull the key out of the Key Fob OFF position and then remove the Key Fob.
Page 15: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Key-In-Ignition Reminder WARNING! Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in the ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving sounds a signal to remind you to remove the Key Fob.
Page 16: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system uses Key Fob with factory-mated Remote If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and Wireless Ignition vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec- Node (WIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation.
Page 17: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer CAUTION! System serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and the authorized dealer. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- Customer Key Programming tended.
Page 18: Vehicle Security Alarm
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM door is open or press the LOCK button on the Remote The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. After the last door is for unauthorized entry and the ignition switch for unau- closed, or if both doors are closed, the Vehicle Security thorized operation.
Page 19: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Disarm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the Vehicles Not Equipped with Keyless Go Vehicle Security Alarm will give you a false alarm. If one Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter of the previously-described arming sequences has oc- or insert a valid ignition key into the ignition switch.
Page 20: Illuminated Entry System
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tamper Alert REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, your absence, the horn will sound three times when you open the trunk, or activate the Panic Alarm from dis- disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 21: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or both doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. Refer to “Re- mote Key Unlock,”...
Page 22 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- Settings (Customer-Programmable Features),” under ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Sec- with the ignition switch in the OFF position and the Key tion 4.
Page 23: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Security This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors Alarm.
Page 24: Express Down Window Feature
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to Using The Panic Alarm its previous setting. To turn the Panic Alarm feature ON or OFF, press and hold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- least one second and release.
Page 25: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 • You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the 2. Remove and replace the battery. When replacing the vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the battery, match the + sign on the battery to the + sign on Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted the inside of the battery clip, located on the back cover.
Page 26: Remote Starting System
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference received, maintaining security. The system has a range of approxi- including interference that may cause undesired mately 328 ft (100 m). operation. NOTE: The vehicle must be equipped with an auto- NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- matic transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
Page 27 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • RKE PANIC button not pressed. will chirp twice (if programmed). Then, the engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the Remote Start WARNING! mode for a 15-minute cycle. • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or NOTE: •...
Page 28 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Exit Remote Start Mode without Driving the NOTE: • For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Go feature, the Vehicle ignition switch must be in the ON position in order to • Press and release the REMOTE START button one time drive the vehicle.
Page 29: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 DOOR LOCKS If the door lock plunger is down when you shut the door, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the key is not Manual Door Locks inside the vehicle before closing the door. To lock each door, push the door lock plunger on each door trim panel downward.
Page 30: Power Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks locks will not operate. This prevents you from acciden- The power door lock switch is located on each door trim tally locking the Key Fob in the vehicle. Removing the panel.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 6. The doors were not previously locked using the power 6. The vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h). door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit Programming transmitter.
Page 32: Windows
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Within 30 seconds, depress the power door UNLOCK WINDOWS switch to unlock the doors. Power Windows 5. A single chime will indicate the completion of the The window controls on the driver’s door control both of programming.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 There is a single window control on the passenger’s door WARNING! trim panel that operates the window on the passenger’s door. The window controls will operate only when the Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch is in the RUN or ACC position.
Page 34: Wind Buffeting
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The power window switches will remain active for up to TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE 60 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF. The trunk lid can be released from inside the vehicle by Opening either door will cancel this feature.
Page 35: Trunk Safety Warning
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 With the ignition switch in the ON position, the Trunk TRUNK SAFETY WARNING Open symbol will display in the instrument cluster WARNING! indicating that the trunk is open. The odometer display will reappear once the trunk is closed. Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, With the ignition switch in the OFF position or the key either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or...
Page 36: Trunk Emergency Release
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: • Front and rear seat belts for the driver and all passen- gers •...
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized WARNING! seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer infant and child restraint systems.
Page 38: Lap/Shoulder Belts
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 2. The seat belt latch plate is contacting the seat when the WARNING! (Continued) belt is routed through the seat web guide. When the belt • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make is routed outside of the seat web guide, the latch plate your injuries in a collision much worse.
Page 40 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of you from injury during a collision. You are more internal injury in a collision.
Page 42 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.
Page 43: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure the shoulder belt. The Automatic Locking Mode is avail- Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ able on all passenger-seating positions with a combina- shoulder belt. tion lap/shoulder belt.
Page 44: Seat Belt Pretensioners - If Equipped
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow straint Controller (ORC). Like the airbags, the pretension- it to retract completely to disengage the Automatic ers are single use items.
Page 45 NOTE: Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend de- activating the BeltAlert . NOTE: Watch for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn on while unbuckling the seat belt and turn off while 1.
Page 46: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts and Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is Using a seat belt extender when not needed can the best way to keep the baby safe.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation based on the severity and type of collision. This vehicle may also be equipped with Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to protect the driver, front, and rear passengers sitting next to a win- dow.
Page 48 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front Passenger Airbag determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), which may receive information from the impact sensors • Front and Side Impact Sensors at the front of the car. • Steering Wheel and Column The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an •...
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster in any way. • Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios, etc.
Page 50 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system includes sensors adjacent to both front and protection for the driver and front passenger. Side airbags rear seat occupants that are calibrated to deploy the also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. SABIC airbags during impacts that require airbag occu- Knee Impact Bolsters pant protection.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat The driver and front passenger seats should be moved belt properly (see Section on Child Restraints) should be back as far as practical to allow the Advanced Front secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- Airbags room to inflate.
Page 52: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls WARNING! Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work required for this vehicle.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 The Advanced Front Airbags will not deploy in all frontal The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of collisions, including some that may produce substantial the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START vehicle damage —...
Page 54 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- the Advanced Front Airbags. Different airbag inflation ment cluster Airbag Warning Light if a malfunction is rates are possible, based on the collision type and sever- noted.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 deploy the SABIC Airbags, depending on severity and Front and Side Impact Sensors type of collision. In these events, the ORC will deploy the In front and side impacts, impact sensors aid the ORC in SABIC only on the impact side of the vehicle.
Page 56 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. the battery has power or until the ignition key is They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. removed.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! WARNING! Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the airbags, • Modifications to any part of the airbag system seat belt pretensioners, and the front passenger seat could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 58 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) You will want to have the airbags ready to • Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad- inflate for your protection in a collision. While vanced airbag system.
Page 59: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to Chrysler Group LLC and others to learn more about the record up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param-...
Page 60: Child Restraint
• Vehicle speed hicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially. Confidential • Engine RPM data will not be disclosed by Chrysler Group LLC to any third party except when: • Brake switch status 1. Used for research purposes, such as to match data •...
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the There are different sizes and types of restraints for law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt.
Page 62 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing than one year. These child seats are also held in the by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH child less than one year old.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 • Make sure that the child is upright in the seat. WARNING! • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug • Improper installation can lead to failure of an as possible.
Page 64 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in the Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint: vehicle with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle. Do not leave it loose in the vehicle.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 have features for installation using the vehicle’s seat belts. Child restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection to the top tether anchorages, have been available for some time. For some older child restraints, many child restraint manufacturers offer add-on tether strap kits or retrofit kits.
Page 66 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- are provided with the child restraint system. facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a located at the rear of the seat cushion where it...
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 NOTE: WARNING! • Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in Improper installation of a child restraint to the the strap. LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint.
Page 68 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE then allow the belt to retract into the retractor. For additional information on ALR, refer to “Automatic Locking Mode” in this section. To install a child restraint, first, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to route it through the belt path of the child restraint and slide the latch plate into the buckle.
Page 69: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 NOTE: Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in A long break-in period is not required for the drivetrain the strap.
Page 70: Safety Tips
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result. inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri- NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its ously injured or killed.
Page 71: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Exhaust Gas If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate WARNING! control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Page 72: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Airbag Warning Light Vehicle The light should come on and remain on for six to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first Seat Belts turned ON.
Page 73: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 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 75: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......79 uconnect™ phone — If Equipped ... 82 ▫...
Page 76 76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Recognition (VR) System — To Open And Close The Hood ... . 123 If Equipped ......110 Lights .
Page 77 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 ▫ High/Low Beam Switch ....128 ▫ To Set A Desired Speed ....135 ▫...
Page 78 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button . . 143 ▫ Wind Buffeting ..... . 148 ▫...
Page 79: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 MIRRORS CAUTION! Automatic Dimming Mirror To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror.
Page 80: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 81: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster. Refer to “Rear Window Features” in this section, for further information. Illuminated Vanity Mirrors An illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor.
Page 82: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
NOTE: The uconnect™ phone requires a cellular phone equipped with the Bluetooth Hands-Free Profile, Ver- sion 0.96 or higher. See the uconnect™ website for supported phones. For uconnect™ customer support, visit the following websites: Slide-On-Rod Extender • www.chrysler.com/uconnect • www.dodge.com/uconnect...
Page 83 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 • www.jeep.com/uconnect one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be used with the system at a time. The system is available in English, • or call 1–877–855–8400 Spanish, or French languages. uconnect™ phone allows you to transfer calls between WARNING! the system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s...
Page 84: Operation
84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Recognition Button The radio display will be used for visual prompts from Actual button location may vary with the ra- the uconnect™ phone such as CELL or caller ID on dio. The individual buttons are described in the certain radios.
Page 85 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 • For each feature explanation in this section, only the To activate the uconnect™ phone from idle, simply press combined form of the voice command is given. You button and follow the audible prompts for can also break the commands into parts and say each directions.
Page 86 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a The following are general phone to uconnect™ phone pairing instructions: priority level between one and seven, with one being the highest priority. You can pair up to seven cellular •...
Page 87 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 • The system will prompt you to say the number you or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a want to call. name in the phonebook, refer to Add Names to Your uconnect™...
Page 88 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Home, Work, Mobile, or Pager ). This will allow Transfer From Cellular Phone you to store multiple numbers for each phonebook If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, entry, if desired.
Page 89 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 • Depending on the maximum number of entries down- Phonebook Download — Single Entry loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest If equipped and supported by your phone, uconnect™ downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail- phone allows the user to download entries from their able, the previous downloaded phonebook is available phone via Bluetooth .
Page 90 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook first disconnect or drop the Bluetooth connection to the uconnect™ phone, and then send the address book entry that you wish to edit. entry via Bluetooth .
Page 91 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 • After you enter the name, the uconnect™ phone will Delete uconnect™ Phonebook Entry ask you which designation you wish to delete: home, NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended work, cellular, pager, or all. Say the designation you when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 92: Phone Call Features
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Note that only the phonebook in the current language • The uconnect™ phone will then prompt you as to the is deleted. number designation you wish to call. • Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be •...
Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 call, press and hold the button until you hear a the phone number or phonebook entry you wish to call. The first call will be on hold while the second call is in single beep, indicating that the incoming call was progress.
Page 94 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Conference Call hold may not become active automatically. This is cell When two calls are in progress (one active and one on phone-dependent. To bring the call back from hold, press hold), press and hold the button until you hear a and hold the button until you hear a single beep.
Page 95: Uconnect™ Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 • After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say continue on the uconnect™ phone either until the call the name of the language you wish to switch to ends, or until the vehicle battery condition dictates English, Espanol, or Francais.
Page 96 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If supported, this number may be programmable on If the phone is not reachable and the uconnect™ phone is operational, you may reach the emergency number as some systems. To do this, press the button and say follows: ‘Setup’, followed by ‘Emergency’.
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say certain companies, which time out a little too soon to Towing Assistance. work properly with the uconnect™ phone. NOTE: Voice Mail Calling • The towing assistance number dialed is based on the To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to Working country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- with Automated Systems.
Page 98 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE button and say the sequence you wish to enter, followed NOTE: • You may not hear all of the tones due to cellular phone by the word Send. For example, if required to enter your PIN followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you can network configurations.
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 • Press the button to begin. dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth cellular phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say audio system.
Page 100: Advanced Phone Connectivity
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Following the beep, say Mute. Connect or Disconnect Link Between the uconnect™ phone and Cellular Phone In order to un-mute the uconnect™ phone: Your cellular phone can be paired with many different •...
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • The uconnect™ phone will play the phone names of • The selected phone will be used for the next phone all paired cellular phones in order from the highest to call. If the selected phone is not available, the the lowest priority.
Page 102: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Things You Should Know About Your uconnect™ Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the phone uconnect™ phone. For best results, the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked uconnect™...
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would • When navigating through an automated system such speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of you.
Page 104 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be • Echo at the far end can sometimes be reduced by compromised with the convertible top down. lowering the in-vehicle audio volume. • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be Far End Audio Performance compromised with the convertible top down.
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Page 108 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 110: General Information
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information VOICE RECOGNITION (VR) SYSTEM — IF This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and EQUIPPED RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the Voice Recognition (VR) System Operation following conditions: This Voice Recognition system allows you to •...
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 and after the beep, you can add or change commands. WARNING! This will become helpful once you start to learn the options. Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following local laws and NOTE: At any time, you can say the words “Cancel”, phone use.
Page 112: Commands
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE At any point, if the system does not recognize one of your Main Menu commands, you will be prompted to repeat it. Start a dialogue by pressing the button. You may say “Main Menu” to switch to the main menu. To hear the first available Menu, press the button and say “Help”...
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 • “Radio Menu” (to switch to the radio menu) • “Channel Number” (to change the channel by its spoken number) • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) • “Next Channel” (to select the next channel) Radio FM •...
Page 114 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) − “Next” (to play the next memo) Memo − “Previous” (to play the previous memo) To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. In −...
Page 115: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 • “Voice Training” switched off. This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The system will adapt to the last trained voice only. NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the button first and wait for the beep before speaking the SEATS “Barge In”...
Page 116: Power Seats
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats The power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the front seat cushions. The power seat switch can be moved forward and backward as well as up and down to control the position of the seat.
Page 117: Manual Front Seatback Recline
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Manual Front Seatback Recline WARNING! To recline: Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is 1. Lean forward in the seat and lift the handle, then lean dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could back to the desired position and release the handle.
Page 118: Lumbar Support
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lumbar Support WARNING! This feature allows you to increase or decrease the amount of lumbar support. Turn the control lever for- Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the ward to increase and rearward to decrease the desired shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 119: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Head Restraints WARNING! Head restraints can reduce the risk of injury in the event of a rear impact. Adjust the restraint so that the upper Driving a vehicle with the head restraints removed or edge is as high as practical.
Page 120: Heated Seats
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats After placing the ignition in the ON position, you can The driver seat and front passenger seat are heated. The choose from High, Low or Off heat settings. Amber heaters provide the same heat level for both cushion and indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in seatback.
Page 121: Easy Entry Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Easy Entry Seats WARNING! Pulling upward on the lever, located on the seatback, allows • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin the seatback to dump forward and the seat to slide forward. You can also temporarily remove the seat belt from the because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, guide loop on the seat and allow the seat belt to retract out...
Page 122: Folding Rear Seat
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide an sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the additional storage area.
Page 123: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety Two latches must be released to open the hood. catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood.
Page 124: Lights
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS CAUTION! Headlights and Parking Lights To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to The headlight switch is located on the left side of the close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- instrument panel.
Page 125: Automatic Headlights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent Headlights On with Wipers (Available with for parking light and instrument panel light operation. Automatic Headlights Only) Turn it to the second detent for headlight, parking light When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on and instrument panel light operation.
Page 126: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To activate the delay feature, place the ignition in the OFF Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped position while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off The high beam headlights will come on as Daytime the headlights within 45 seconds.
Page 127: Multifunction Lever
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates when the fog lights are turned on. NOTE: The fog lights will operate with the low beam headlights or parking lights on. However, selecting the high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.
Page 128: Lane Change Assist
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: High/Low Beam Switch • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light the headlights to high beam.
Page 129: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 open. This includes the glove box light, but not the trunk light. To restore interior light operation, either place the ignition in the RUN position or cycle the light switch. Dimmer Control The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and is located on the left side of the instrument panel.
Page 130: Windshield Wipers And Washers
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Interior Light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom off position. The interior lights will remain off when the doors are open. Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature) Rotate the dimmer control upward to the first detent. This feature brightens all text displays such as the odometer, Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), and radio when the parking lights or headlights are on.
Page 131: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 CAUTION! WARNING! Turn the windshield wipers off when driving Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield through an automatic car wash. Damage to the wind- could lead to an accident. You might not see other shield wipers may result if the wiper switch is left in vehicles or other obstacles.
Page 132: Windshield Washers
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers Headlights On With Wipers (Available with To use the washer, push the multifunction lever inward Automatic Headlights Only) (toward the steering column) to the second detent and When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on hold it for as long as washer spray is desired.
Page 133: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle This feature allows you to tilt the steering column outward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or wheel upward or downward as desired.
Page 134: Electronic Speed Control
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- When engaged, Electronic Speed Control takes over the tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated (40 km/h).
Page 135: To Set A Desired Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • Electronic Speed Control may not engage if a different WARNING! size tire is installed on one wheel, such as the compact spare tire. Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally To Deactivate set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
Page 136: To Vary The Speed Setting
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE previous set speed. To do so, push the lever upward to To decrease speed while Electronic Speed Control is set, RESUME ACCEL and release. Then remove your foot push down and hold the Electronic Speed Control lever from the accelerator pedal.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Using Electronic Speed Control on Hills WARNING! NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- moderate hills is normal.
Page 138: Overhead Console
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE Courtesy/Reading Lights The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights At the forward end of the overhead console are two and sunglass storage. Universal Garage Door Opener courtesy/reading lights. (HomeLink ) button and a power sunroof switch may also be included, if equipped.
Page 139: Garage Door Opener
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 GARAGE DOOR OPENER HomeLink replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink unit operates off your vehicle’s battery.
Page 140: Programming Homelink
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming HomeLink WARNING! Before You Begin • Your motorized door or gate will open and close If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, while you are training the Universal Transceiver. erase all channels before you begin training.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 2. Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) NOTE: Some gate operators and garage door openers from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the EVIC may require you to replace Step 3 with procedures noted display in view.
Page 142 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This can usually be found where the hanging antenna 6. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAINING wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is button. The name and color of the button may vary by NOT the button normally used to open and close the manufacturer.
Page 143: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Gate Operator/Canadian Programming If you unplugged the device for training, plug it back in Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- at this time. nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of Then proceed with Step 4 under “Programming transmission –...
Page 144: Security
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button for Troubleshooting Tips 20 seconds until the EVIC display states “CHANNEL # If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here TRAINING.” Do not release the button. are some of the most common solutions: •...
Page 145: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 2. This device must accept any interference that may be POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED received including interference that may cause undesired The power sunroof switch is located between the sun operation visors on the overhead console. NOTE: The transmitter has been tested and it complies with FCC and IC rules.
Page 146: Opening Sunroof - Partially
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow small children to operate the sun- • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in roof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or the ignition switch (or with the ignition in the any object, to project through the sunroof opening.
Page 147: Opening Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Opening Sunroof — Express “Express Close”. During Express Close operation, any Press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroof movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof. will open automatically from any position. The sunroof Pinch Protect Feature will open fully and then stop automatically.
Page 148: Venting Sunroof - Express
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Venting Sunroof — Express the sunroof open, then adjust the sunroof opening to Press and release the Vent button in the center of the minimize the buffeting or open any window. switch, and the sunroof will open to the vent position. Sunroof Maintenance This is called “Express Vent”, which operates regardless Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean...
Page 149: Electrical Power Outlets
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There are two 12 Volt electrical power outlets on this vehicle. Both of the outlets are protected by a fuse. The front 12 Volt power outlet has power available only when the ignition is placed in the ACC or RUN position.
Page 150 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 151: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 CAUTION! (Continued) • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces- sory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage. CUPHOLDERS Front Cupholders The front cupholders are located in the center console.
Page 152: Rear Cupholders
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cupholders CONSOLE FEATURES The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest Sliding Center Console Armrest between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned The center console armrest slides forward with three forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide conve- detents to provide flexibility for comfort, cupholder use nient access to beverage cans or bottles while maintaining...
Page 153: Console Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Console Storage The center console has a storage compartment located underneath the armrest, and also contains a 12 Volt power outlet, a molded-in coin holder (designed to hold various size coins). The center console may also be equipped with a Universal Consumer Interface (UCI).
Page 154: Rear Window Features
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to The rear window defroster button is located on the the heating elements: climate control (Mode) knob. Press this button to •...
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Performance Features ....177 Instrument Panel Features ....158 ▫...
Page 156 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Sales Code (RER/REN) — AM/FM/CD/DVD Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo Radio Radio – If Equipped ....187 With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And Sirius Radio.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 ▫ Play Mode ......212 ▫ Operating Instructions - uconnect™ phone (If Equipped) .
Page 158: Instrument Panel Features
158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlets 5 — Heated Seat Switch 9 — Ignition Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — ESP OFF Switch 10 — Trunk Release Button 3 — Glove Compartment 7 — Hazard Warning Switch 11 —...
Page 159: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 160: Instrument Cluster Description
160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION 5. Tachometer The red segments indicate the maximum permissible 1. Fuel Gauge engine revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when range.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 7. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light If the light is flashing when the engine is running, This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check immediate service is required. In this case, you may when the ignition switch is placed in RUN.
Page 162 162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads 240°F others could be badly burned by steam or boiling (116°C) or greater, pull over and stop the vehicle.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 10. Airbag Warning Light driving to the prevailing road conditions, and do not This light will turn on for six to eight seconds switch off the Electronic Stability Program (ESP). as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first 13.
Page 164 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. WARNING! This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level must be checked under the hood. If a warning light remains on the system may not be working and you will not have the benefit of ESP or 15.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 17. Shift Lever Indicator — Automatic Transmission the repair technician should leave the odometer reading Only the same as it was before the repair or service. If s/he The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the cannot do so, then the odometer must be set at zero, and instrument cluster.
Page 166 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL press the TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Program (ESP) sys- message. If the problem continues, the message will tem. In this case, the light will remain on until the appear the next time the vehicle is started.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. sary. If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer. WARNING! The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch placed in the RUN...
Page 168 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS different size than the size indicated on the vehicle low tire pressure telltale.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the 23. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System to continue to function properly. (ABS).
Page 170 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 25. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) CAUTION! The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD. The Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause OBD system monitors engine and automatic damage to the engine control system.
Page 171: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER This system conveniently allows the driver to select a (EVIC) variety of useful information by pressing the switches The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- mounted on the steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the following: instrument cluster.
Page 172 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Surround Sound Modes (If Equipped with Driver- also functions as a remote sound system control. Refer to Selectable Surround [DSS]) “Remote Sound System Controls” in this section. • Performance Features SCROLL Button Press the SCROLL button to scroll through Trip The system allows the driver to select information by Functions, Performance Pages, uconnect™...
Page 173: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 • Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays motion) When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays • Trunk Ajar (with a single chime) the following messages: •...
Page 174: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Right Front Low Pressure (with a single chime) • Audio Surround (If Equipped with Driver-Selectable Surround Sound [DSS]) • Right Rear Low Pressure (with a single chime) • 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) • Check TPM System (with a single chime) •...
Page 175: Trip Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent reset.
Page 176 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Average Fuel Economy When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km) Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. estimated driving distance, the DTE display will change When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read to a text display of LOW FUEL.
Page 177: Performance Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 Display Units of Measure in Performance Features To make your selection, press and release the FUNC- WARNING! TION SELECT button until “ENGLISH” or “METRIC” appears. Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor- To Reset The Display mance Features is intended for off-highway or off- Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being road use only and should not be done on any public...
Page 178 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 1/8 Mile • The feature will “ready” when the vehicle speed is at 0 mph (0 km/h). The word “READY” will flash when • 1/4 Mile conditions are met for the event to begin. •...
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 • This feature will only function when applying the 1/8 Mile, 1/4 Mile brakes at speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h). When selected, this screen displays the time it takes the vehicle to travel 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) within 30 seconds •...
Page 180: Keyless Go Display - If Equipped
180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • To clear the vehicle’s best 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) run, Digital Speedometer press and hold the FUNCTION SELECT button for When selected, this screen displays vehicle speed and five seconds. records top speed. • Press and hold the FUNCTION SELECT button for Instantaneous G-Force When selected, this screen displays the current G-Force three seconds to toggle between current speed and top...
Page 181: Compass Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 NOTE: Under certain conditions, the display may be superseded by another display of higher priority. But when the ignition switch position is changed, the display always re-appears. Compass Display The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing.
Page 182 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Compass Calibration Compass Variance If the compass appears erratic and the “CAL” message Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic does not appear in the EVIC display, you must put the North and Geographic North. To compensate for the compass into the Calibration Mode manually as follows: differences, the variance should be set for the zone where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map.
Page 183: Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (Dss) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 3. Press the SCROLL button until “Compass Variance” message and the last variance zone number displays in the EVIC. 4. Press and release FUNCTION SELECT button until the proper variance zone is selected according to the map.
Page 184: System Warnings (Customer Information Features)
184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL System Warnings (Customer Information Press and release the MENU button until Personal Set- Features) tings displays in the EVIC. Press and release the MENU button until “SYSTEM Use the SCROLL button to display one of the following WARNINGS”...
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Lock Doors Automatically at 15 mph (24 km/h) the doors will unlock on the first press of the RKE When ON is selected, both doors will lock automatically transmitter UNLOCK button. To make your selection, when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).
Page 186 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Headlamps On with Wipers (Available with Auto Hill Start Assist (HSA) — If Equipped Headlights Only) When on is selected, the HSA system is active. Refer to When ON is selected, and the headlight switch is in the “HSA (Hill Start Assistance)”...
Page 187: Sales Code (Rer/Ren) - Am/Fm/Cd/Dvd Radio - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 ignition switch is turned OFF. Opening a vehicle door SALES CODE (RER/REN) — AM/FM/CD/DVD will cancel this feature. To make your selection, press and RADIO – IF EQUIPPED release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “Off,” NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side “45 sec.,”...
Page 188: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — uconnect™ phone — If 4. To move the hour forward, touch the screen where the Equipped word “Hour” with the arrow pointing upward is dis- Refer to “uconnect™ phone” in Section 3. played.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The Changing the Time Zone clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 1. Turn on the radio. 3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear in 2.
Page 190: Sales Code Res - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack)
190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right position to operate the radio.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 SEEK Buttons 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch knob to save time change.
Page 192 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the AM/FM Button mid-range tones.
Page 193: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. MP3 Audio Play The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by NOTE: pressing the pushbutton twice.
Page 194 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. begin to play when you insert the disc.
Page 195: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 TIME Button Press the RND button a second time to stop Random Press this button to change the display from a large CD Play. playing time display to a small CD playing time display. Notes on Playing MP3 Files RW/FF The radio can play MP3 files;...
Page 196 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). •...
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification Frequency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128, 48, 44.1, 32...
Page 198: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode SALES CODE RES/RSC — AM/FM STEREO The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an SIRIUS RADIO MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right...
Page 199: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC another selection.
Page 200 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button. UConnect”...
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 TUNE Control SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise sound level from the right or left side speakers. to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade and FADE will display.
Page 202 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following 16-Digit Character Program Type format types: Display 16-Digit Character Personality Persnlty Program Type Display Public Public No program type or un- Rhythm and Blues R & B None defined Religious Music...
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob station with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 204: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second station to each pushbutton by Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press MP3 Audio Play the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the NOTE: display window.
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. begin to play when you insert the disc.
Page 206: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button Press the SET/RND button a second time to stop Ran- Press this button to change the display from a large CD dom Play. playing time display to a small CD playing time display. Notes On Playing MP3 Files RW/FF The radio can play MP3 files;...
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). •...
Page 208 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification Frequency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128, 48, 44.1, 32...
Page 209: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders to return to elapsed time display. on the disc.
Page 210: Universal Consumer Interface (Uci) - If Equipped
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) to the separate RER, REN or REZ User’s Manual. UCI is Press this button to change the display to time of day. The available only if equipped as an option with these radios. time of day will display for five seconds (when the This feature allows you to plug an iPod into the...
Page 211: Connecting The Ipod
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 Connecting The iPod Using This Feature Use the provided connection cable to connect an iPod to By using the provided connection cable to connect an the vehicle’s 16–pin connector port located on the center iPod to the vehicle’s UCI 16–pin connector port: console.
Page 212: Play Mode
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Jump backward in the current track by pressing and Play Mode When switched to UCI mode, the iPod automatically holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW starts Play mode. In Play mode, you may use the button long enough will take you to the beginning following buttons on the radio faceplate to control the of the current track.
Page 213: List Or Browse Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 • While a track is playing, press the INFO button to see Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod . If the RND icon is the associated metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) showing on the radio display, then the shuffle mode is for that track.
Page 214 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • During all List modes, the iPod displays all lists in • To Exit List mode without selecting a track, press the “wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the same PRESET button again to go back to Play bottom of the list, just turn the wheel backwards mode.
Page 215: Uconnect™ Studios (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped (Ren/Req/Rer/Res Radios Only)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 uconnect™ studios (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF CAUTION! EQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES RADIOS ONLY) • Leaving the iPod (or any supported device) any- Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to where in the vehicle in extreme heat or cold can coast.
Page 216: Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (Esn/Sid)
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL information, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number visit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com, or at www- display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on .siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents.
Page 217: Reception Quality
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within Operating Instructions - uconnect™ studios the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly (Satellite) Mode on or above the antenna. NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC Reception Quality position to operate the radio.
Page 218 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INFO Button or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- seconds will allow the program format type to be se- tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- lected.
Page 219: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 • Display Sirius ID number — Press the AUDIO/ pushbutton memory. The channels stored in SET 2 SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number. This memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton number is used to activate, deactivate, or change the twice.
Page 220: Kicker High Performance Sound System With Driver-Selectable Surround (Dss) - If Equipped
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL KICKER HIGH PERFORMANCE SOUND SYSTEM “Audio Surround” is optimized for front seat passengers WITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE SURROUND (DSS) – for any audio source. This surround effect is available for audio from any source – AM/FM/CD/ Satellite Radio or IF EQUIPPED AUX –...
Page 221: Remote Sound System Controls - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF Vehicles equipped with steering wheel-mounted buttons EQUIPPED are also equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). The EVIC features a driver-interactive display which is located in the instrument cluster. VOLUME Button The VOLUME button controls the sound level of the sound system.
Page 222: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the Compass/Temp/Audio screen is already displayed CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE when the AUDIO MODE button is pressed, then the To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following mode will change (i.e., from AM to FM, to Media mode, precautions: etc., depending on which radio is in the vehicle).
Page 223: Radio Operation And Cellular Phones
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- CLIMATE CONTROLS lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) The controls for the manual system in this vehicle contain oversized, or have copyright encoding.
Page 224 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Front Blower Control Temperature Control There are four blower speeds. Use this Use this control to regulate the tem- control to regulate the amount of air perature of the air inside the passenger forced through the system in any compartment.
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 Mode Control (Air Direction) Bi-Level Mode Mode control allows you to choose Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. from several selections of air distribu- tion. You can select either a primary NOTE: There is a difference in temperature (in any mode, as identified by the symbols, or conditions other than full cold or full hot), between the a blend of two of these modes.
Page 226 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Defrost Mode NOTE: • If the RECIRCULATION button is pressed when the Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use DEFROST mode with system is in MIX, DEFROST, or FLOOR mode the maximum blower and temperature settings for best RECIRCULATION LED indicator will flash 3 times windshield and side window defrosting.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 • The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb- Max A/C ing the mode control selection. For maximum cooling use the A/C and RECIRCULA- TION mode buttons at the same time. Economy Mode If ECONOMY mode is desired, press the A/C button to Remote Start –...
Page 228: Operating Tips
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If Outside Ambient Mode Overrides To Temperature Overrides To Rear Window Defroster Temperature Is Active Less than 40°F Full Heat Between 40°F and 80°F No Override No Override More than 80°F Bi-Level Full Cool NOTE: Operating Tips •...
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Winter Operation windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side win- Use of the air Recirculation mode during winter months dow fogging becomes a problem, increase blower speed. is not recommended because it may cause window Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild but fogging.
Page 230 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Outside Air Intake A/C Air Filter Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the The A/C Air Filter will reduce, but not eliminate, diesel windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves and agricultural smells.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 233: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....237 Engine Block Heater — If Equipped ..245 ▫...
Page 234 234 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Five-Speed Automatic Transmission ..254 ▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ..265 ▫ Gear Ranges ......254 ▫...
Page 235 STARTING AND OPERATING 235 Tire Safety Information ....280 Tire Rotation Recommendations ... 295 ▫...
Page 236 236 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Fuel System Cautions ....305 ▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ..310 ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ... . 306 ▫...
Page 237: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 237 STARTING PROCEDURES Manual Transmission — If Equipped Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the Apply the parking brake, place the shift lever in NEU- inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if TRAL and press the clutch pedal before starting vehicle.
Page 238: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
238 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- started. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic con- ing precautions are not observed: •...
Page 239: Keyless Go
STARTING AND OPERATING 239 Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated Installing and Removing the ENGINE Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START START/STOP Button position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The Installing the Button starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage automatically when the engine is running.
Page 240: Normal Starting
240 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The ENGINE START/STOP button should only Using the ENGINE START/STOP Button — be removed or inserted with the ignition in the OFF Manual Transmission Only position. NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm Normal Starting engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
Page 241 STARTING AND OPERATING 241 2. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position. To Turn Off the Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button — Manual Transmission 3. If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/ Only STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle speed must be above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the engine 1.
Page 242: Extreme Cold Weather (Below 20°F Or 29°C)
242 STARTING AND OPERATING • If the ignition switch is left in the RUN position, the • Starting with the ignition switch in the OFF position: system will automatically time out after 60 minutes of • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to inactivity if the vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h) and change the ignition switch to the ACC position (EVIC the engine is not running.
Page 243: If Engine Fails To Start
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 If Engine Fails To Start WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get WARNING! it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into transmission cannot be started this way.
Page 244 244 STARTING AND OPERATING Clearing a Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE and hold the clutch pedal, push the accelerator pedal all START/STOP Button) — Automatic Transmission the way to the floor and hold it, then press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for no more than 15 sec- Only If the engine fails to start after you have followed the onds.
Page 245: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 245 CAUTION! WARNING! To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 sec- Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. onds before trying again. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause electrocution. After Starting The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will MANUAL TRANSMISSION —...
Page 246 246 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! • Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged, as this will cause abnormal wear on the clutch. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control System/Hill Start Assist in this section.
Page 247 STARTING AND OPERATING 247 The six-speed manual transmission has a spring that Recommended Shift Speeds centers the shift lever near third and fourth gear. This To utilize your manual transmission efficiently for fuel spring helps you know which gear you are in when you economy, it should be upshifted as listed in recom- are shifting.
Page 248 248 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: 1–4 Skip Shift • Your vehicle is equipped with a transmission reverse There are times when you must shift the transmission inhibitor system. When vehicle speed is greater than directly from first gear to fourth gear instead of from first 3 mph (5 km/h), the reverse inhibitor activates to help gear to second gear.
Page 249: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 249 Downshifting AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, down- CAUTION! shift to maintain a safe speed when descending a steep grade. Damage to the automatic transmission may occur if the following precautions are not observed: WARNING! •...
Page 250: General Information
250 STARTING AND OPERATING • Shift lever position WARNING! • Accelerator position It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or • Vehicle speed NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, The gear shifting process is continuously adapted, de- the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in pendent on the driving style, the driving situation, and...
Page 251 STARTING AND OPERATING 251 • The electronically-controlled transmission provides a WARNING! precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are self-calibrating. Therefore, the first few shifts on a new Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure vehicle may be somewhat abrupt or soft until after the those in and near the vehicle.
Page 252: Key Ignition Park Interlock
252 STARTING AND OPERATING Over-Temperature Mode Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System The transmission electronics constantly monitor the This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift transmission oil temperature. If the transmission exceeds Interlock (BTSI) system that holds the shift lever in the normal operating temperature, the transmission will PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK change the way it shifts to help control the condition.
Page 253 STARTING AND OPERATING 253 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position (RUN position with Keyless Go™) without starting the engine. 2. Firmly set the parking brake. 3. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 4.
Page 254: Five-Speed Automatic Transmission
254 STARTING AND OPERATING With Keyless Go™ If the engine is running, press the START/STOP button to turn it off. Release the brake pedal and press the START/ STOP button once or twice to go to the ACC or RUN position.
Page 255 STARTING AND OPERATING 255 When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever in the The following indicators should be used to ensure that PARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. you have engaged the shift lever in the PARK position: •...
Page 256 256 STARTING AND OPERATING NEUTRAL DRIVE This range is used when the vehicle is standing for This range should be used for most city and highway prolonged periods with the engine running. The engine driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- may be started in this range.
Page 257 STARTING AND OPERATING 257 Temporary Transmission Limp Home Mode 3. Turn the engine off. The transmission is monitored for abnormal conditions. 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage, the transmission will engage Limp Home Mode. 5.
Page 258: Autostick
258 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOSTICK NOTE: • In Autostick mode, the transmission will shift up and Autostick is a driver-interactive transmission that offers manual gear shifting to provide you with more control of down when the driver manually moves the shift lever the vehicle.
Page 259: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 259 • Transmission shifting will be more crisp/abrupt when for at least two seconds. The transmission will now operate automatically, shifting between the five available Autostick is engaged. gears. DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES General Information Acceleration • You can start out in first or second gear. The system Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- will ignore attempts to upshift at too low of a vehicle pery surfaces may cause the rear wheels to pull errati-...
Page 260: Traction
260 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Your vehicle is equipped with a Limited Slip Differential When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a (LSD) that reduces, but does not eliminate, the amount of wedge of water to build up between the tire and road wheel slip across a given axle for improved handling.
Page 261: Flowing/Rising Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 261 Flowing/Rising Water CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water WARNING! before driving through it. Never drive through Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a path where standing water that is deeper than the bottom of water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 262 262 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 263: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- POWER STEERING The standard power steering system will give you good ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering in tight spaces.
Page 264: Power Steering Fluid Check
264 STARTING AND OPERATING Power Steering Fluid Check WARNING! Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined service interval is not required. The fluid should only be Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are with the engine off to prevent injury from moving apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.
Page 265: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 265 The “Brake Warning Light” in the instrument cluster will Manual Transmission — If Equipped turn on when the parking brake is applied and the The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the ignition switch is in the ON position (RUN position with lower left corner of the instrument panel.
Page 266: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
266 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission — If Equipped The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the parking brake, push the parking brake pedal down and then remove your foot from the pedal. To release the parking brake, push down on the parking brake pedal and then release.
Page 267: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 267 pedal force required to slow or stop, and potential WARNING! activation of the “Brake Warning Light.” • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a example, repeated brake applications with the engine number of reasons.
Page 268 268 STARTING AND OPERATING • A slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some of the stop.
Page 269 STARTING AND OPERATING 269 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish • The capabilities of an Anti-Lock Brake System their effectiveness and may lead to an accident. (ABS) equipped vehicle must never be exploited Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just in a reckless or dangerous manner, that could press firmly on your brake pedal when you need jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.
Page 270: Electronic Brake Control System
270 STARTING AND OPERATING If the “ABS Warning Light” remains on or comes on ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM while driving, it indicates that the anti-lock portion of the Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic brake system is not functioning and that service is brake control system commonly referred to as ESP.
Page 271: Traction Control System (Tcs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 271 Traction Control System (TCS) WARNING! This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each driven wheel. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability.
Page 272: Brake Assist System (Bas)
272 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake Assist System (BAS) WARNING! This system complements the ABS by optimizing the vehicle braking capability during emergency braking The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics maneuvers. This system detects an emergency braking from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the situation by sensing the rate and amount of brake appli- traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
Page 273: Hill Start Assist (Hsa) - Manual Transmission Only
STARTING AND OPERATING 273 • Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e., Hill Start Assist (HSA) — Manual Transmission Only vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle back- The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when ing uphill is in REVERSE gear). starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill.
Page 274: Electronic Stability Program (Esp)
274 STARTING AND OPERATING For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the 8. Rotate the steering wheel back to center and then an following steps: additional half-turn to the right. NOTE: You must complete Steps 1 through 8 within 9.
Page 275 STARTING AND OPERATING 275 The ESP uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure that the driver intends to steer the vehicle and compares to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road it to the actual path of the vehicle.
Page 276 276 STARTING AND OPERATING The ESP system has three available operating modes: switch and the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” will illumi- nate. To turn the ESP ON again, momentarily press the ESP On “ESP OFF” switch and the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” This is the normal operating mode for the ESP.
Page 277 STARTING AND OPERATING 277 sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Sec- “Partial Off” mode by momentarily pressing the “ESP tion 4. To turn ESP ON again, momentarily press the OFF”...
Page 278: Synchronizing Esp
278 STARTING AND OPERATING If one wheel on an axle is spinning faster than the other, Synchronizing ESP the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel The Malfunction Indicator Light for the ESP is and allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel combined with BAS indicator.
Page 279 STARTING AND OPERATING 279 cluster both come on when the ignition switch is turned NOTE: • The “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” and the “ESP/BAS to the ON position. They should go out with the engine running. Malfunction Indicator Light” will turn on momen- tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON.
Page 280: Tire Safety Information
280 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 281 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 Tire Sizing Chart TIRE SIZING TERMS Size Designation: P = Passenger Car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger Car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 282 282 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SIZING TERMS 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 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 284: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
284 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: Tire Placard Location 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed 2) total weight your vehicle can carry on the driver’s side B-Pillar.
Page 285 STARTING AND OPERATING 285 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. axles must not be exceeded. For further information on 3.
Page 286 286 STARTING AND OPERATING • For the following example, the combined weight of 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs manual to determine how this reduces the available (392 kg).
Page 287 STARTING AND OPERATING 287...
Page 288: Tires - General Information
288 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause accidents. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 289: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 289 Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side “B” Pillar. hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to Some vehicles may have supplemental tire pressure the right or left.
Page 290 290 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the winter.
Page 291: Radial Ply Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- Radial Ply Tires tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire WARNING! dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle WARNING! poorly.
Page 292: Tread Wear Indicators
292 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) for more than 30 seconds continu- ously when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
Page 293: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 Life Of Tire Replacement Tires The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many factors including, but not limited to: characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure.
Page 294: Tire Chains
294 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 295: Snow Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at used.
Page 296: Tire Rotation - Four Season/Rsa Tires
296 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Rotation — Four Season/RSA Tires Tire Rotation — F1 Three Season Tires The suggested rotation method for vehicles equipped The suggested rotation method is the “side-to-side” as with all season tires is the “forward-cross” as shown in shown in the following diagram.
Page 297: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- limit for any reason, including low temperature effects mended cold placard pressure.
Page 298 298 STARTING AND OPERATING For example, your vehicle may have a recommended CAUTION! cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure • The TPMS has been optimized for the original of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), equipment tires and wheels.
Page 299: Premium System
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure the tire.
Page 300 300 STARTING AND OPERATING • Various TPMS messages, which display in the Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), and • TPM Telltale Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The “TPM Telltale Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires.
Page 301 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. Check TPMS Warning If a system fault is detected, the “TPM Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
Page 302: General Information
302 STARTING AND OPERATING • This device must accept any interference received, 1. Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving next to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as including interference that may cause undesired the TPM sensors. operation. 2.
Page 303: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to Reformulated Gasoline your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is burning gasoline referred to as “reformulated gasoline.”...
Page 304: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
304 STARTING AND OPERATING • operate in a lean mode CAUTION! • OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light” on DO NOT use gasolines containing Methanol or E85 • poor engine performance Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems and may damage critical •...
Page 305: Mmt In Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 MMT In Gasoline Materials Added to Fuel MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is All gasoline sold in the United States is required to blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional blended with MMT provides no performance advantage detergents or other additives is not needed under normal beyond gasoline of the same octane number without...
Page 306: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
306 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition WARNING! malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune monoxide poisoning:...
Page 307: Adding Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- mal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. •...
Page 308 308 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control running. system could result from using an improper fuel • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a tank filler tube cap (gas cap).
Page 309: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a Vehicle Certification Label “Check Gascap”...
Page 310: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)
310 STARTING AND OPERATING The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the VIN. WARNING! Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. important that you do not exceed the maximum front This includes driver, passengers, and cargo.
Page 311: Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle NOTE: Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed separately. It is important that you distribute the load to the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR evenly over the front and rear axles.
Page 313: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....314 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ....329 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 314: Hazard Warning Flasher
314 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER NOTE: With extended use, the Hazard Warning flasher The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the may wear down your battery. switch bank near the bottom center of the instrument IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS panel.
Page 315: Tirefit Kit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 315 to high. This allows the heater core to act as a CAUTION! supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system. Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle.
Page 316: Tirefit Storage
316 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES This kit will provide a temporary tire seal, allowing you TIREFIT Kit Components and Operation to drive your vehicle up to 100 miles (160 km) with a maximum speed of 55 mph (88 km/hr). TIREFIT Storage The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk.
Page 317: Tirefit Usage Precautions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 317 5. Power Plug and Cable Using the Power Button Push and release the button (3) once to turn 6. Air Pump Hose (Black) ON the TIREFIT kit. Push and release the 7. Sealant Hose (Clear with Yellow Cap) button (3) again to turn OFF the TIREFIT kit.
Page 318 318 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem WARNING! on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the TIREFIT kit. vehicle close to traffic.
Page 319 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 319 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to − If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the wheel. come in contact with hair, eyes, or clothing. TIRE- •...
Page 320: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit
320 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT (B) Setting Up to Use TIREFIT: (A) Whenever You Stop to Use TIREFIT: 1. Remove the gloves from the Accessory Storage Com- partment (8) and place them on your hands. 1.
Page 321 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 321 (C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant into the deflated tire: 2. Connect the Power Plug (5) to a different 12 Volt power outlet in your vehicle or another vehicle, if avail- • Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE- able.
Page 322 322 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. The pump will start to inject air into the tire immedi- 3. Immediately disconnect the Clear Sealant Hose (7) ately after the sealant bottle is empty. Continue to operate from the valve stem, reinstall the Yellow Cap on the pump and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the fitting at the end of the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in tire pressure label on the driver-side latch pillar (recom-...
Page 323 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 323 (D) Securing TIREFIT Sealant in the Tire: 1. Turn the Mode Select knob (4) to the Air Mode Immediately after injecting sealant, and inflating tire, position. drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure 2.
Page 324 324 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Place the TIREFIT kit in its proper storage area in the 3. Use the Yellow Cap on end of the Clear Sealant Hose vehicle. (7) to depress the Sealant Bottle release button. The Sealant Bottle (1) will pop up.
Page 325: Jump-Starting
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 325 JUMP-STARTING WARNING! (Continued) Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it • Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmis- bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical sion cannot be started this way.
Page 326 326 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry WARNING! (Continued) such as watchbands or bracelets that might make an • A battery generates hydrogen gas which is flam- inadvertent electrical contact. mable and explosive. Keep flame or spark away 2.
Page 327 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 327 5. Connect one end of the jumper cable to the remote jump-start positive battery post (+) in the engine com- partment. Connect the other end of the same cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery. Refer to the following illustration for jump-starting connections.
Page 328 328 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES indicator light (in the instrument cluster) remains on WARNING! continuously after starting the engine of the vehicle with • Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the the discharged battery. discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark 8.
Page 329: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 329 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your may lead to transmission overheating and failure.
Page 330: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
330 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • The towing speed must not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Without The Key Fob CAUTION! Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the OFF position. The only approved Exceeding these towing limits may cause a transmis- method of towing without the ignition key is with a sion failure.
Page 331: Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 331 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With CAUTION! (Continued) A Tow Dolly • If the transmission is not operative or if the The manufacturer does not recommend that you tow this vehicle is to be towed more than 15 miles (24 km), vehicle on a tow dolly.
Page 333: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... 343 Engine Compartment — 6.1L ... . . 336 ▫...
Page 334 334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Cooling System ..... 351 Replacement Bulbs ....375 ▫...
Page 335 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 ▫ Engine ......382 Fluid Capacities ..... . 381 ▫...
Page 336: Engine Compartment - 6.1L
336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 6.1L 1 — Remote Jump Start (Positive Battery Post) 6 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 2 — Integrated Power Module 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Coolant Pressure Cap 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 —...
Page 337: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emissions control system.
Page 338: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Trip Odometer button to turn off the message. If the serviced, recently had a dead battery, or a battery replace- problem continues, the message will appear the next time ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not the vehicle is started.
Page 339: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will as you normally would in order for the OBD II system to happen: update. A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready. a.
Page 340: Dealer Service
Only do service work for which you mance. Immediately have potential malfunctions have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If examined by an authorized Chrysler Group LLC you have any doubt about your ability to perform a dealership or qualified repair center.
Page 341: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a CAUTION! (Continued) fully warmed engine is shut off or before starting the • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids engine after it has sat overnight. that protect the performance and durability of Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance...
Page 342 (other than leak detection dyes) to requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-10725 the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its and are approved to MB 229.3 or MB 229.5 (will be listed performance may be impaired by supplemental on the back label of the oil container).
Page 343: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters Engine Air Cleaner Filter Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters, proper maintenance intervals.
Page 344: Maintenance-Free Battery
344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recommended.
Page 345 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can should not be disconnected and should only be burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).
Page 346: Air Conditioner Maintenance
346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.
Page 347: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental removed.
Page 348: Adding Washer Fluid
348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods Adding Washer Fluid may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt front of the engine compartment.
Page 349: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised WARNING! for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. Commercially available windshield washer solvents WARNING! are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around Exhaust gases can injure or kill.
Page 350 350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- systems can result in civil penalties being assessed portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure against you.
Page 351: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: Cooling System • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition WARNING! when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- motion.
Page 352 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Coolant Checks drain from the coolant recovery bottle. DO NOT RE- Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every MOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT. applicable).
Page 353 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 Adding Coolant CAUTION! Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine • Mixing of coolants other than specified HOAT coolant that allows extended maintenance intervals. This coolant can be used up to five years or 102,000 miles engine coolants may result in engine damage and (170 000 km) before replacement.
Page 354 354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. solution.
Page 355 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 Disposal of Used Coolant service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant is a regulated temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your be checked once a month.
Page 356: Brake System
356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in condenser clean.
Page 357 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing WARNING! the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the “MAX” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident.
Page 358 358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine has been in a tightly closed container. Keep the Parts”...
Page 359: Clutch Hydraulic System (Manual Transmission) - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 Manual Transmission — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) Fluid Level Check • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug on the left nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could side of the transmission.
Page 360 360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If you notice fluid loss or gear shift malfunction, have CAUTION! (Continued) your authorized dealer check the transmission fluid level. • The fluid level is preset at the factory and it does not require adjustment under normal operating CAUTION! conditions.
Page 361: Rear Axle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 Selection of Lubricant CAUTION! It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as mance. Use only manufacturer’s recommended transmis- the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- sion fluid.
Page 362: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion The most common causes are: • Road salt, dirt, and moisture accumulation. Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- • Stone and gravel impact. graphic locations and usage.
Page 363 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges Cleaner Wax or equivalent to remove road film, stains of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear and to protect your paint finish.
Page 364 364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use MOPAR Touch Up Paint or equivalent on Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer Equipped has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- ner: Wheel and Wheel Trim Care...
Page 365 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 Interior Care solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean Use MOPAR Fabric Cleaner or equivalent to clean fabric your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi- upholstery and MOPAR Carpet Cleaner or equivalent tioner is not required to maintain the original condition. for carpeting.
Page 366 366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel 1. Clean with a wet soft rag or micro-fiber towel. A mild wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses. soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners.
Page 367: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 Cleaning The Center Console Cupholders Clean with a damp cloth or towel using a mild detergent with the cupholder in the center console. NOTE: The cupholder cannot be removed. FUSES Integrated Power Module (IPM) The Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located in the engine compartment.
Page 368 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse • When installing the integrated power module — 15 Amp Washer Motor cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- Blue erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so —...
Page 369 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp — Windshield Wiper — — — Pink — — — 30 Amp — Anti-Lock Brake Sys- — — — Pink tem (ABS) Valves 40 Amp —...
Page 370: Rear Power Distribution Center
370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Power Distribution Center There is also a power distribution center located in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. This center contains fuses and relays. Rear Power Distribution Center Access Panel...
Page 371 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse • When installing the power distribution center 60 Amp — Ignition Off Draw cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- Yellow (IOD) Cavity 1 of the erly positioned and fully latched.
Page 372 372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp — Heated Seats - if 13 * — — — Pink equipped — 10 Amp AC Heater Control/ — 20 Amp Fuel Pump Cluster/Security Mod- Yellow ule - if equipped...
Page 373 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 10 Amp Occupant Restraint — 5 Amp Antenna Module - if Controller (ORC)
Page 374: Vehicle Storage
374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE window switch, and the passenger power window Cavity Cartridge Mini- Description switch are fused by the 25 Amp circuit breaker in cavity Fuse Fuse 13. If you experience temporary or permanent loss of — 5 Amp Auto Inside Rearview these systems, see your authorized dealer for service.
Page 375: Replacement Bulbs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 REPLACEMENT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamp – High Intensity Discharge (HID) ....D1S LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb Number (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps .
Page 376: Bulb Replacement
376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT WARNING! Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of Park/Turn Lamp — Models with Halogen HID headlamps when the headlamp switch is turned Headlamps — If Equipped ON.
Page 377: Tail/Turn And Stop Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 NOTE: Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp • If a screwdriver is used, make sure a soft material is 1. Open the trunk. placed between the vehicle body and tool so not to scratch the paint. 2. Using a screwdriver, remove the tail lamp retainer. 2.
Page 378 378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Remove the fasteners from the back of the tail lamp 6. Pull the tail lamp assembly clear from the vehicle to assembly. access the bulbs. 4. Pull back the trunk liner. 7. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 5.
Page 379 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 8. Disconnect the electrical connector. 9. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- terclockwise to remove it from the tail lamp assembly. 10. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 11.
Page 380: Center Tail/Backup Lamp
380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Center Tail/Backup Lamp See your authorized dealer for bulb replacement. Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) The CHMSL uses LED lamps that are not serviceable separately. The CHMSL must be replaced as an assembly, see your authorized dealer. License Lamp 1.
Page 381: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 19 Gallons 72 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 6.1 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-40, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 6.1 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile 15 Quarts 14.4 Liters Formula or equivalent)
Page 382: Engine
For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operat- ing conditions, the manufacturer only recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-10725 and are approved to MB 229.3 or MB 229.5. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Page 383: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 Chassis Component Fluids, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Manual Transmission MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Automatic Transmission MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Page 385 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..388 Emission Control System Maintenance ..386 Maintenance Schedule ....386...
Page 386 386 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type, The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. the continued proper functioning of the Emission Control On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) System.
Page 387 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 387 NOTE: Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s scheduled oil change is performed by someone other oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by...
Page 388 388 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once a Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals CAUTION! as required.
Page 389 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 390: Service Schedule
Most of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C), driving in dusty conditions, or stop and go driving. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 391 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 392 392 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 42 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 393 ❏ Change the manual transmission fluid (if equipped) if using your vehicle for any of the following: Most of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C), driving in dusty conditions, or stop and go driving. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 394 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 395 Most of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C), driving in dusty conditions, or stop and go driving. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 396 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 397 ❏ Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. ❏ Change the manual transmission fluid (if equipped). Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 398 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 399 Most of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C), driving in dusty conditions, or stop and go driving. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 400 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 401 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 401 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 138 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 402 ❏ Change the manual transmission fluid (if equipped) if using your vehicle for any of the following: Most of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C), driving in dusty conditions, or stop and go driving. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 403 • Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance. This could cause an accident Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 405: If You Need Consumer Assistance
Reporting Safety Defects ....411 ▫ Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center ..408 ▫ In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
Page 406 406 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 413 Publication Order Forms ....412 ▫...
Page 407: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 407 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...
Page 408: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
• Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center solved with this process. P.O. Box 21–8004 • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004...
Page 409: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 409 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Service Contract Impaired (TDD/TTY) You may have purchased a service contract for your To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex- manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- pected repairs after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer...
Page 410: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle.
Page 411: Mopar Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 411 MOPAR PARTS To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424– available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- 9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov;...
Page 412 Chrysler Group assistance of service and engineering specialists to LLC vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- vehicle, system, and/or components is written in hicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency...
Page 413: Traction Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 413 Call toll free at: Treadwear The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...
Page 414 414 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre- WARNING! sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not WARNING! include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or...
Page 415 INDEX...
Page 416 416 INDEX About Your Brakes ....264,267 Airbag, Side ......52,54 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 417 INDEX 417 Automatic Door Locks ....30,31 Emergency Starting ..... 325 Automatic Headlights .
Page 418 418 INDEX Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..69 Chart, Tire Sizing ......281 Brightness, Interior Lights .
Page 419 INDEX 419 Connector Corrosion Protection ..... 362 UCI ....... . 210 Cruise Control (Speed Control) .
Page 420 420 INDEX Disabled Vehicle Towing ....330 Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ..161 Disposal Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ..171 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .
Page 421 INDEX 421 Exhaust Gas Caution ....71,306 Exhaust System ..... . . 71,349 Fails to Start .
Page 422 422 INDEX Fluid Level Checks Materials Added ..... . . 305 Automatic Transmission ....359 Methanol .
Page 423 INDEX 423 Tachometer ......160 Delay ......125 General Information .
Page 424 424 INDEX Ignition ....... 14 Key, Replacement ......16 Key .
Page 425 INDEX 425 Light Bulbs ......73,375 Hazard Warning Flasher ....314 Lights .
Page 426 426 INDEX Passing ......128 Door ....... . 29 Reading .
Page 427 INDEX 427 Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....357 Occupant Restraints ....36,52,56 Methanol .
Page 428 428 INDEX Oil Filter, Selection ..... . . 343 Power Onboard Diagnostic System ....337,338 Brakes .
Page 429 INDEX 429 Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ..354 Remote Trunk Release ..... 34 Radio Operation .
Page 430 430 INDEX Satellite Radio (uconnect studios) ... 215 Height Adjustment ..... 116 Schedule, Maintenance .
Page 431 INDEX 431 Shift Indicator Light ..... . 248 Starting ......26,237 Shift Speeds .
Page 432 432 INDEX Stuck, Freeing ......329 TIREFIT ......315 Sun Roof .
Page 433 INDEX 433 Spinning ......291 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink ) . . 139 Tread Wear Indicators .
Page 434 434 INDEX Vanity Mirrors ......81 Water Variance, Compass ..... . . 182 Driving Through .