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.
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Page 6: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.
Page 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
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..17 ▫...
Page 10 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ....23 ▫ Wind Buffeting ..... . . 41 ▫...
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Safety Tips ......77 Airbags .
Page 12: A Word About Your Keys
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. NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry / Keyless Go (PEKG), the Key Fob will also contain a special receiver that communicates with the vehicle.
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 • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power CAUTION! window switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up to 60 min- An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always utes after the ignition switch is placed in the OFF remove the Key Fob from the ignition and lock all position.
Page 16: Sentry Key
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SENTRY KEY If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho- vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec- rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics.
Page 17: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Customer Key Programming CAUTION! Programming of Key Fobs and their RKE transmitters • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and may be performed at an authorized dealer. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- General Information tended.
Page 18: Rearming Of The System
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the following audible and visible signals: the horn will time, the Vehicle Security Light will flash. If it does not pulse, the headlights, park lamps and/or turn signals illuminate, the Vehicle Security Alarm is not arming. In will flash, and the Vehicle Security Light in the instru- addition, if you open a door during the arming period, ment cluster will flash.
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 and...
Page 20: Illuminated Entry System - If Equipped
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE more information), press the Keyless Go Start/Stop but- NOTE: • None of the courtesy lights will operate if the dimmer ton (requires at least one valid Key Fob in the vehicle), or insert a valid Key Fob into the ignition switch (if the control is in the “defeat”...
Page 21: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 If your vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to “Passive Entry System — If Equipped” under “Door Locks” in this section. Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors 1st Press This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter.
Page 22: To Lock The Doors
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lights with Remote Key Lock,” under Personal Settings If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to (Customer-Programmable Features),” under “Electronic “Passive Entry System — If Equipped” under “Door Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Section 4. Locks”...
Page 23: Using The Panic Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the Using the Panic Alarm To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, press and hold vehicle when using the transmitter to turn off the the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one Panic Alarm due to the radio frequency noises emitted second and release.
Page 24: General Information
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Battery access is through a door located on the rear of 2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the the Key Fob. Insert a small, flat blade screwdriver into the new battery with your fingers.
Page 25: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal How to Use Remote Start distance, check for these two conditions: All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: 1.
Page 26 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: With Keyless Go, the remote start feature will To Enter Remote Start Mode operate with the Start/Stop button installed in the igni- Press and release the REMOTE START button tion switch. on the RKE transmitter twice, within five sec- onds.
Page 27 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 To Exit Remote Start Mode without Driving the Stop button is installed in the ignition switch, otherwise, Vehicle insert the Key Fob into the ignition switch and turn to the Press and release the REMOTE START button one time, RUN position.
Page 28: Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS If the door lock plunger is down when you shut the door, the door will lock. Make sure the key is not inside the Manual Door Locks vehicle before closing the door. To lock each door, push the door lock plunger on each door trim panel downward.
Page 29: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the key in the ignition or leave a vehicle with Keyless Go in the ACC or RUN position.
Page 30 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the locks to operate. If a door is open, the Key Fob is in 6. The doors were not previously locked using the power the ignition OFF or ACC position, a chime will sound as door lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) a reminder to remove the Key Fob.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 2. Cycle the ignition switch between OFF and RUN and Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit then back to OFF four times ending up in the OFF The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with position (do not start engine).
Page 32: Passive Entry System - If Equipped
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit Programming 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be programming. enabled or disabled as follows: 5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to •...
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 • If a passive entry door handle has not been used for “Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” 72 hours the passive entry feature for that handle may in the “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in time out.
Page 34 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE unlock feature. If one of the vehicle doors is open and the another one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmit- door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all ters is outside the vehicle and within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the open doors have been closed, the vehicle checks the deck lid.
Page 35: Child Protection Door Lock
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 • The passive entry system will not operate if the RKE transmitter battery is dead. The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the RKE transmitter lock button or the lock button located on the vehicle’s interior door panel.
Page 36 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Disengage the Child Protection Door Lock WARNING! System Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. 1. Open the rear door. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened 2.
Page 37: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. NOTE: After disengaging the Child Protection Door Lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position. WINDOWS Power Windows The window controls on the driver’s door control all the...
Page 38 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To stop the window from going all the way down during WARNING! the AUTO-down operation, pull up on the switch briefly. Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the The power window switches will remain active for up to ignition switch.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 To stop the window from going all the way up during the NOTE: • If the window runs into any obstacle during auto- AUTO-up operation, push down on the switch briefly. closure, it will reverse direction and then go back To close the window part way, lift the window switch to down.
Page 40 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE passenger doors. To disable the window controls, press Reset and release the window lockout button (setting it in the Anytime the vehicle battery is disconnected or goes dead, DOWN position). To enable the window controls, press the AUTO-up function will be disabled.
Page 41: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Wind Buffeting The trunk lid can be released from Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of outside the vehicle by pressing the pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the TRUNK button on the Remote ears.
Page 42: Trunk Safety Warning
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Refer to “Passive Entry — If Equipped” under “Door Trunk Emergency Release Locks” in this section for more information on trunk The trunk of your vehicle is equipped with an emergency operation with the Passive Entry feature. release handle.
Page 43: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized Some of the most important safety features in your seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether vehicle are the restraint systems: for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems.
Page 44: Lap/Shoulder Belts
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the WARNING! inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled Lap/Shoulder Belts up.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, your injuries in a collision much worse. You might inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 46 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt adjust the front seat.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger- • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will ous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the not protect you properly.
Page 48 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug WARNING! belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of collision.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Page 50: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In the rear seat, move toward the center of the seat to Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode — If position the belt away from your neck. Equipped In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure locked.
Page 51: Seat Belt Pretensioners - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is belt placement by the occupant.
Page 52 10 seconds, ending with the seat belt buckled. 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 53: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 NOTE: Although BeltAlert has been deactivated, the extender should be used only if the existing belt is not Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminate as long enough. When it is not required, remove the ex- long as the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled.
Page 54 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove NOTE: These airbags are certified to the new Federal compartment. The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on regulations for Advanced Airbags. the airbag covers. The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator design.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 • Airbag Warning Light determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), which may receive information from the impact sensors • Driver Front Airbag at the front of the car. • Front Passenger Airbag The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an •...
Page 56 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 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 58 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 59: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 ORC deploys the Advanced Front Airbags, SABIC air- WARNING! (Continued) bags — if equipped, and front seat belt pretensioners — • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument if equipped, as required, depending on severity and type panel during front airbag deployment could cause of impact.
Page 60 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The side airbags will not deploy in all side collisions. Side The ORC contains a backup power supply system that airbag deployment will depend on the severity and type may deploy the airbags even if the battery loses power or of collision.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 of the way as the bags inflate to their full size. The bags WARNING! fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds. This is about half of the time it takes to blink your eyes. The bags then Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru- quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags to...
Page 62 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the side Front and Side Impact Sensors curtain airbag. The inflating side curtain airbag pushes In front and side impacts, impact sensors aid the ORC in the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and determining appropriate response to impact events.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium the battery has power, until the ignition key is re- floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. moved or the ignition switch is changed to OFF using They are not permanent and normally heal quickly.
Page 64 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do not drive your vehicle after the airbags have de- Maintaining Your Airbag System ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the WARNING! airbags will not be in place to protect you. •...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 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 66: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
Event Data Recorder (EDR) Chrysler Group LLC and others to learn more about the In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed to possible causes of crashes and associated injuries in order record up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param- to assess and improve vehicle performance.
Page 67: Child Restraints
• Engine RPM hicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially. Confidential • Brake switch status data will not be disclosed by Chrysler Group LLC to any third party except when: • Pedal position 1. Used for research purposes, such as to match data •...
Page 68 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children 12 years and younger should ride properly Infants and Child Restraints buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash • Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in facing in the vehicle until they are at least one year old the rear seats rather than in the front.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weighing WARNING! more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child cannot sit Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in with knees bent over the vehicle’s seat cushion while the the front seat of a vehicle with the front passenger...
Page 70 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the WARNING! (Continued) child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a • A rearward-facing child restraint should only be child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind used in a rear seat.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 • Carefully follow the instructions that come with the the child restraint using lower anchorages and upper restraint. If you install the restraint improperly, it may tether straps from the child restraint to the vehicle not work when you need it.
Page 72 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE child seats. You should NEVER install LATCH-compat- Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ible child seats so that two seats share a common lower System anchorage. If installing child seats in adjacent rear- We urge you to follow the manufacturer’s directions seating positions, or if your child restraints are not carefully when installing your child restraint.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 window. These tether strap anchorages are under a most direct path between the anchor and the child plastic cover with this symbol on it. restraint. Finally, tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat, Many, but not all restraint systems will be equipped with removing slack in the straps according to the child...
Page 74 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an locking clip.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint. Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle end belt several times to shorten it.
Page 76: Engine Break-In Recommendations
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to Transporting Pets the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc- An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly tions.
Page 77: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a SAFETY TIPS high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil Transporting Passengers changes should be consistent with anticipated climate NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
Page 78: Exhaust Gas
78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate WARNING! control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Page 79: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 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 80: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 81: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors ....88 Mirrors ......86 ▫...
Page 82 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Recognition (VR) System — Driver Memory Seat — If Equipped ..131 If Equipped ......118 ▫...
Page 83 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 ▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped ..139 ▫ Windshield Washers ....144 ▫...
Page 84 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Parksense Rear Park Assist ....153 Power Sunroof — If Equipped ... . 165 ▫...
Page 85 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 ▫ Front Seat Cupholders ....171 Cargo Area Features ....175 ▫...
Page 86: Mirrors
86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 87: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 turned on or off by pressing the button at the base of the WARNING! inside mirror. The mirror will automatically adjust for headlight glare when the inside mirror adjusts. Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away Tilt Mirror in Reverse than they really are.
Page 88: Power Mirrors
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s door direction you want the mirror to move. Use the center off trim panel, next to the power door lock switch.
Page 89: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
Hands-Free Profile, Ver- sion 0.96 or higher. See the uconnect™ website for supported phones. For uconnect™ customer support, visit the following websites: • www.chrysler.com/uconnect • www.dodge.com/uconnect Illuminated Vanity Mirror uconnect™ phone — IF EQUIPPED • www.jeep.com/uconnect uconnect™ phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- •...
Page 90 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 Any voice commanded system should be used only microphone for private conversation.
Page 91: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 The uconnect™ phone can be used with any Hands-Free Operation Profile certified Bluetooth cellular phone. See the Voice commands can be used to operate the uconnect™ uconnect™ website for supported phones. If your cellu- phone and to navigate through the uconnect™...
Page 92 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE example, you can use the combined form voice com- Cancel Command mand Phonebook New Entry, or you can break the At any prompt, after the beep, you can say Cancel and combined form command into two voice commands: you will be returned to the main menu.
Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 • When prompted, after the beep, say Pair a Phone and phone to use if multiple cellular phones are in the follow the audible prompts. vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the •...
Page 94 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call by Saying a Name Add Names to Your uconnect™ Phonebook • Press the button to begin. NOTE: Adding names to the uconnect™ phonebook is recommended when the vehicle is not in motion. •...
Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 After you are finished adding an entry into the phone- phonebook. Specific Bluetooth Phones with Phone Book book, you will be given the opportunity to add more Access Profile may support this feature. See uconnect™ phone numbers to the current entry or to return to the website for supported phones.
Page 96 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Only the phonebook of the currently connected cellu- Object Exchange Profile (OBEX). Please see your phone lar phone is accessible. Owner’s Manual for specific instructions on how to send these entries from your phone. •...
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Edit uconnect™ Phonebook Entries After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in NOTE: the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return •...
Page 98 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will Delete/Erase “All” uconnect™ Phonebook Entries then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish • Press the button to begin. to delete.
Page 99: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 List All Names in the uconnect™ Phonebook Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the • Press the button to begin. uconnect™ phone if the feature(s) are available on your •...
Page 100 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call progress. To go back to the first call, refer to Toggling Currently in Progress Between Calls in this section. To combine two calls, refer If a call is currently in progress and you have another to Conference Call in this section.
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Conference Call Call Termination When two calls are in progress (one active and one on To end a call in progress, momentarily press the hold), press and hold the button until you hear a button.
Page 102: Uconnect™ Phone Features
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Continuation uconnect™ phone Features Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Language Selection uconnect™ phone after the vehicle ignition key has been To change the language that the uconnect™ phone is switched to OFF.
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Emergency Assistance Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may If you are in an emergency and the cellular phone is not be applicable with the available cellular service reachable: and area. •...
Page 104 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Towing Assistance Paging If you need towing assistance: To learn how to page, refer to Working with Automated Systems. Paging works properly except for pagers of • Press the button to begin. certain companies, which time out a little too soon to •...
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 When calling a number with your uconnect™ phone that The uconnect™ phone will then send the corresponding normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as on your cellular phone keypad, you can press the tones over the phone.
Page 106 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone from confirming your choices (e.g., the uconnect™ phone keypad and still use the uconnect™...
Page 107: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF) from your uconnect™ phone paired cellular phone to the When you mute the uconnect™ phone, you will still be uconnect™ phone or vice versa, press the button able to hear the conversation coming from the other and say Transfer Call.
Page 108 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, say List Phones. • The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the • The uconnect™ phone will play the phone names of uconnect™...
Page 109: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 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 110 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would • Even though the system is designed for users speaking speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- you.
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must Far End Audio Performance be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • Audio quality is maximized under: • You can say O (letter O ) for 0 (zero). •...
Page 112 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness Bluetooth Communication Link to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to not the uconnect™ phone. the uconnect™...
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Page 116 116 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 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 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 118: General Information
118 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 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 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 120: Commands
120 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 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 • “Radio Menu” (to switch to the radio menu) • “Next Channel” (to select the next channel) • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) • “Previous Channel” (to select the previous channel) Radio FM •...
Page 122 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memo − “Previous” (to play the previous memo) To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. In − “Delete” (to delete a memo) this mode, you may say the following commands: • “Delete All” (to delete all memos) •...
Page 123: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the SEATS Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System button first and wait for the beep before speaking the of the vehicle. They need to be used properly for safe “Barge In”...
Page 124: Power Seats
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats WARNING! The power seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat near the floor. Use this switch to move the driver’s seat Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is up or down, forward or rearward, or to recline the dangerous.
Page 125: Power Reclining Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Power Reclining Seats WARNING! The recliner control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured.
Page 126: Lumbar Support
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lumbar Support Head Restraints This feature allows you to increase or decrease the Head restraints can reduce the risk of injury in the event amount of lumbar support. Turn the control lever for- of a rear impact.
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Adjustable Head Restraints Removing Head Restraint NOTE: The rear head restraints are not adjustable. To install the head restraint, insert the head restraint rods into each guide, apply pressure down on the headrest To remove the head restraint, pull upward on the head until the head restraint reaches the first lock position, restraint to it’s highest position, push in both buttons at...
Page 128: Heated Seats
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Ensure that the front of the head restraint is facing toward the front of the vehicle. WARNING! Driving a vehicle with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Press the switch once to select High-level heat- WARNING! ing. Press the switch a second time to select • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin Low-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements Off.
Page 130: Folding Rear Seat
130 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 131: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows the driver to store up to two different memory profiles for easy recall through a Memory switch. Each memory profile contains desired position settings for the driver seat, side mirrors, adjustable pedals, power tilt, telescopic steering column and a set of desired radio station presets.
Page 132: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Adjust all memory profile settings to desired prefer- 2. Press and release the SET button on the Memory ences (i.e., seat, side mirror, adjustable pedals, power tilt switch, then press the side of the rocker switch labeled (2) and telescopic steering column, and radio station pre- within five seconds.
Page 133: Memory Position Recall
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 To program your RKE transmitters, perform the follow- Memory Position Recall ing: NOTE: The vehicle must be in PARK to recall memory 1. Remove the Key Fob from the ignition (or change the positions.
Page 134: Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With Memory Seat Only)
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When you remove the Key Fob from the ignition (or Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat Only) change the ignition to OFF, for vehicles equipped with This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to Keyless Go™), the driver seat will move to a position enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the 0.3 in (7.7 mm) forward of the rear stop if the driver...
Page 135: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy Entry and Easy Exit position. NOTE: The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature can be en- abled or disabled. Refer to “Automatically Move Seat Back on Exit,” under “Personal Settings (Customer- Programmable Features)”...
Page 136: Lights
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety CAUTION! catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.
Page 137: Automatic Headlights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument Automatic Headlights panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, interior This system automatically turns the headlights on or off lights and fog lights. according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the A (AUTO) position.
Page 138: Smartbeam™ - If Equipped
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be enabled or 2. Rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the disabled. Refer to ”Headlights On with Wipers,” under AUTO position. “Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” 3. Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”...
Page 139: Headlight Time Delay
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 film, and other obstructions on the windshield or camera The Headlight delay time is programmable. Refer to lens will cause the system to function improperly. “Delay Turning Headlights Off,” under “Personal Set- tings (Customer-Programmable Features)” under “Elec- Headlight Time Delay tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”...
Page 140: Multifunction Lever
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE and press the headlight switch. To turn off the front fog lights, either press headlight switch again or turn off the headlight switch. 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.
Page 141: Lane Change Assist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a High/Low Beam Switch very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch bulb.
Page 142: Interior Lights
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is placed in turned fully upward, past the second detent.
Page 143: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Dome Light Position WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the The multifunction lever operates the windshield second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior wipers and washer when the ignition is placed in lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this the RUN position.
Page 144: Intermittent Wiper System
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the first WARNING! detent past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation, or to the second detent past the intermittent Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield settings for high-speed wiper operation.
Page 145: Headlights On With Wipers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper Rain Sensing Wipers control is in the delay range, the wipers will operate for This feature senses moisture on the windshield and two wipe cycles after releasing the multifunction lever and automatically activates the wipers for the driver.
Page 146 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Rain Sensing system has protective features for the • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the wiper blades and arms. It will not operate under the wiper speed is in the low or high position. following conditions: •...
Page 147: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING To tilt the steering column, move the lever up or down as COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull This feature allows you to tilt the steering column the lever toward you or push the lever away from you as upward or downward.
Page 148: Adjustable Pedals
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ADJUSTABLE PEDALS The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and seat position. This feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedal to move toward or away from the driver to provide improved position with the steering wheel.
Page 149: Electronic Speed Control
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • The pedals can be adjusted while driving. WARNING! • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in Do not adjust the pedals while the vehicle is moving. REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control is on. You could lose control and have an accident.
Page 150: To Activate
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Electronic Speed Control lever, located on the right- NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- side of the steering wheel, operates the system. tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated simultaneously.
Page 151: To Set At A Desired Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 • The Electronic Speed Control may not engage if a WARNING! different 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 152: To Vary The Speed Setting
152 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 153: Parksense Rear Park Assist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Using Electronic Speed Control on Hills PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system is a driver aid NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains that senses for obstacles behind the vehicle. Refer to speed up and down hills.
Page 154 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense uses four sensors located in the rear bumper The Warning Display contains two sets of yellow and red to scan for obstacles up to 79 in (200 cm) away from the indicators, one set to warn of obstacles behind the left rear bumper fascia.
Page 155: Parksense System Usage Precautions
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 WARNING DISPLAY DISTANCES DISPLAY OBSTACLE DISTANCE FROM: INDICATOR AUDIBLE SIGNAL INDICATOR COLOR REAR CORNERS REAR CENTER Inner LED 79 in (200 cm) Yellow Yes, Half Second 1st LED 51.2 in (130 cm) Yellow 2nd LED 45.3 in (115 cm) Yellow...
Page 156 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When you turn ParkSense off, the instrument cluster clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt, or other will display “PARK ASSIST DISABLED.” Further- obstruction, see your authorized dealer for service. more, once you turn ParkSense off, it remains off •...
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 CAUTION! WARNING! • The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system is only a • Drivers must be careful when backing up even parking aid and it is unable to recognize every when using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist sys- obstacle, including small obstacles.
Page 158: Overhead Console
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opener (HomeLink ) buttons and power sunroof switch WARNING! (Continued) may also be included, if equipped. • Before using the ParkSense Rear Park Assist system, it is strongly recommended that the ball mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the vehicle when the vehicle is not used for towing.
Page 159: Sunglasses Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Press the lens to turn on the light. Press it a second time door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security to turn off the light. systems. The HomeLink unit operates off your vehicle’s battery.
Page 160: Programming Homelink
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: HomeLink is disabled when the Vehicle Secu- WARNING! (Continued) rity Alarm is active. • Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a dan- gerous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage WARNING! while training the transceiver.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Your vehicle should be parked outside of the garage It may take up to 30 seconds or longer in rare cases. The while training. garage door may open and close while you train. 1.
Page 162 162 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 163: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Gate Operator/Canadian Programming successfully accepted the frequency signal. The EVIC Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- display will change from “CHANNEL # TRAINING” to nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of “CHANNEL # TRAINED.”...
Page 164: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow these steps: Troubleshooting Tips 1. Place the ignition in the RUN position. If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here are some of the most common solutions: 2.
Page 165: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The power sunroof switch is located between the sun Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following visors on the overhead console.
Page 166: Opening Sunroof - Express
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! Press the power sunroof switch rearward and release, • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in and the sunroof will open automatically from any posi- tion.
Page 167: Pinch Protect Override
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc- Sunshade Operation tion if this occurs. Next, press the power sunroof switch The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the forward and release to Express Close. sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.
Page 168: Sunroof Maintenance
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunroof Maintenance ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean There are two 12 Volt (DC) electrical power outlets on this the glass panel. vehicle. Both of the power outlets are protected by a fuse. Ignition Off Operation Insert cigar lighter or accessory plug into the power The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to...
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 The center console outlet is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent the engine from starting. Front Power Outlet WARNING! Do not place ashes inside the cubby bin located on the center console on vehicle’s not equipped with the...
Page 170 170 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 171: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 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 Seat Cupholders The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the...
Page 172: Rear Seat Cupholders
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Seat Cupholders STORAGE The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest Console Features between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned The center console contains two shift bezel cubby bins forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide with rubber mats for holding small items.
Page 173: Cargo Area
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 The top compartment holds small items, such as a pen and note pad, while the larger bottom compartment will hold CDs and alike. The bottom compartment also con- tains a 12 Volt power outlet and a molded-in coin holder (designed to hold various size coins).
Page 174 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make WARNING! sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat strap. The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle WARNING! handling.
Page 175: Cargo Area Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 REAR WINDOW FEATURES WARNING! (Continued) Rear Window Defroster • To help protect against personal injury, passengers The rear window defroster button is located on the should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The climate control.
Page 176 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra- Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the the heating elements: window.
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Keyless Go Display — If Equipped ..204 Instrument Panel Features ....180 ▫...
Page 178 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting The Analog Clock ....213 Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo Radio With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And Sirius Sales Code (RER/REN) —...
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 ▫ Play Mode ......238 ▫ Operating Instructions - uconnect™ phone (If Equipped) .
Page 180: Instrument Panel Features
180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 7 — Radio 13 — Ignition Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Climate Control 14 — Hood Release 3 — Hazard Switch 9 — Heated Seat Switch* 15 —...
Page 181: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 182: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS NOTE: • A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven 1. Electronic Speed Control / Adaptive Cruise Control more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on. (ACC) Indicator Light — If Equipped •...
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 mileage was before the repair or service. It is a good idea A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap for you to make a record of the odometer reading before may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). the repair/service, so that you can be sure that it is 7.
Page 184 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see an authorized dealer functioning and service is required.
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 not on during starting, or stays on, or turns on while the brake booster, the ABS pump will run when applying driving, then have the system inspected at an authorized the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during dealer as soon as possible.
Page 186 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch placed in the RUN position. Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger- ous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is take longer to stop the vehicle.
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- WARNING! ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
Page 188 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 16. High Beam Light 19. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped This light will turn on when the high beam This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- headlights are ON. Push the multifunction lever mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security away from the steering wheel to switch the headlights to alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly...
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 turn off. If the light remains lit with the engine running, As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been your vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
Page 190 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS CAUTION! malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is The TPMS has been optimized for the original combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipment tires and wheels.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 non-essential electrical devices or increase engine speed Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, (if at idle). If the charging system light remains on, it poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the MIL after means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the engine start.
Page 192: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER WARNING! (EVIC) A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the operating conditions.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 • Surround Sound modes (if equipped with Driver- This system conveniently allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches Selectable Surround [DSS]) mounted on the steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the •...
Page 194: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the FUNCTION SELECT button to Press the AUDIO MODE button to select the accept a selection. The FUNCTION SE- Compass/Temp/Audio screen. Along with LECT button also functions as a remote compass reading and outside temperature, this sound system control.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 • Right Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a single • Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in chime) motion) • Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) • Trunk Ajar (with a single chime) •...
Page 196 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Driver Override — If you apply the accelerator after • ACC Blinded — If the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) setting the desired speed in the Adaptive Cruise system deactivates due to performance limiting con- Control (ACC) system.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 • Adjustable Pedals Disabled – Vehicle In REVERSE • Right Front Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer (with a single chime) — only available on vehicles to information on “Tire Pressure” and “Tire Pressure equipped with memory seats.
Page 198: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Video Surround (if equipped with Driver-Selectable Engine Oil Change Indicator System Surround Sound [DSS]) Oil Change Required • Audio Surround (if equipped with Driver-Selectable Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change Surround Sound [DSS]) indicator system.
Page 199: Trip Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly, three times Press the SCROLL button to cycle through all the Trip within 10 seconds. Computer functions. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position. The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- tion.
Page 200 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Elapsed Time NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value. when the ignition switch is in the ACC position.
Page 201: Performance Pages - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 • 1/8 Mile Performance Pages — If Equipped • 1/4 Mile WARNING! • Instantaneous G-Force Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor- • Peak G-Force mance Pages is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be done on any public •...
Page 202 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The feature will “ready” when the vehicle speed is at • This feature will only function when applying the 0 mph (0 km/h). The word “READY” will flash when brakes at speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h). conditions are met for the event to begin.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 • To clear the vehicle’s best 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) run, 1/8 Mile, 1/4 Mile When selected, this screen displays the time it takes the press and hold the FUNCTION SELECT button for vehicle to travel 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) within 30 seconds five seconds.
Page 204: Keyless Go Display - If Equipped
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Digital Speedometer When selected, this screen displays vehicle speed and records top speed. • Press and hold the FUNCTION SELECT button for three seconds to toggle between current speed and top speed. • To reset top speed, quickly press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button when top speed is displayed.
Page 205: Compass Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 NOTE: Under certain conditions, the display may be objects) until the “CAL” message displayed in the EVIC superseded by another display of higher priority. But turns off. The compass will now function normally. when the ignition switch position is changed, the display Manual Compass Calibration always re-appears.
Page 206 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Complete one or more 360 degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” message turns off. The compass will now function normally. Compass Variance Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North.
Page 207: Uconnect™ Gps - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 3. Press the SCROLL button until “Compass Variance” display is active, pressing the FUNCTION SELECT but- message and the last variance zone number displays in ton will change the Navigation Unit Display to the Menu. the EVIC.
Page 208: System Warnings (Customer Information Features)
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Stereo • Oil Pressure Shows the actual oil pressure. • Video Surround • Tire Pressure • Audio Surround Shows the actual tire pressure for each tire (EXCLUDING While in the Surround Sound menu, press the FUNC- THE SPARE TIRE).
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 the FUNCTION SELECT button while in this display to “Remote Key Unlock” select English, Espanol, Deutsch, Italiano, or Francais. When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, only the driver’s Then, as you continue, the information will display in the door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless selected language.
Page 210 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL touch a passenger handle to unlock all doors passively may be selected with or without the flash lights on when Driver’s Door Only is programmed in the EVIC. lock/unlock feature. To make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “ON”...
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat off if they were turned on by this feature. To make your location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT to ON) when the RKE transmitter is used to unlock the button until “ON”...
Page 212 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL position when the transmission is shifted out of RE- press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until VERSE. To make your selection, press and release the “Off,” “45 sec.,” “5 min.,” “10 min.,” “30 min.,” or “60 FUNCTION SELECT button until “ON”...
Page 213: Setting The Analog Clock
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 “Turn-by-Turn Navigation” — If Equipped SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK When ON is selected, the turn-by-turn directions will To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a desig- panel, press and hold the button until the setting is nated turn within a programmed route.
Page 214: Sales Code (Rer/Ren) - Am/Fm/Cd/Dvd Radio - If Equipped
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE (RER/REN) — AM/FM/CD/DVD Operating Instructions — uconnect™ phone — RADIO – IF EQUIPPED If Equipped Refer to “uconnect™ phone” in Section 3. NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side of the unit’s faceplate.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 4. To move the hour forward, touch the screen where the 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The word “Hour” with the arrow pointing upward is dis- clock setting menu will appear on the screen. played.
Page 216: Sales Code Res - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack)
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Changing the Time Zone 1. Turn on the radio. 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 3. Touch the screen where the words “Set Time Zone” are displayed.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) TIME Button Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the Press the TIME button to alternate display of the time radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second and radio frequency. time to turn off the radio.
Page 218 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the direction of the arrows.
Page 219: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding Memory button number will display. When you are receiving a station that you wish to Buttons 1 - 6 commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RND These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you button.
Page 220 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and CAUTION! multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks. • This CD player will accept 4-3/4 in (12 cm) discs Inserting Compact Disc(s) only. The use of other sized discs may damage the Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD CD player mechanism.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 222: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of files: 255 Notes on Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file file recording media and formats are limited. When names and folder names is limited.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of Specification quency (kHz) multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in 320, 256, 224, longer disc loading times.
Page 224: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s...
Page 225: Sales Code Res/Rsc - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack) And Sirius Radio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 SALES CODE RES/RSC — AM/FM STEREO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC SIRIUS RADIO position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of the radio faceplate.
Page 226 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not will remain tuned to the new station until you make available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With another selection.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. TUNE Control Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button. to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. For vehicles equipped with satellite radio, press the SETUP button, use the TUNE/SCROLL control to select Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade...
Page 228 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fourth Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following time and BALANCE will display. Turn the TUNE/ format types: SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the Program Type 16-Digit Character Display sound level from the right or left side speakers.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type Program Type 16-Digit Character Display (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be Public Public exited and the radio will tune to the preset station. Rhythm and Blues R &...
Page 230: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding Memory button number will display. When you are receiving a station that you wish to Buttons 1 - 6 commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RND These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you button.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), CAUTION! recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.
Page 232 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 233: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 • Maximum number of files: 255 Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file file recording media and formats are limited. When names and folder names is limited.
Page 234 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of Specification quency (kHz) multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in 320, 256, 224, 192, longer disc loading times.
Page 235: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Playback of MP3 Files LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium on the disc.
Page 236: Universal Consumer Interface (Uci) - If Equipped
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) to return to elapsed time display. Press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when the Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode ignition is OFF).
Page 237: Connecting The Ipod
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 • Connecting an iPod to the AUX port located in the feature, refer to the separate RER, REN or REZ User’s Manual. UCI is available only if equipped as an option radio faceplate, plays media, but does not use the UCI with these radios.
Page 238: Using This Feature
238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If the iPod battery is completely discharged, it may Once in the UCI (iPod ) mode, iPod audio tracks (if not communicate with the UCI system until a mini- available from iPod ) start playing over the vehicle’s mum charge is attained.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 • Jump backward in the current track by pressing and • While a track is playing, press the INFO button to see holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW the associated metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) button long enough will take you to the beginning for that track.
Page 240: List Or Browse Mode
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • During all List modes, the iPod displays all lists in Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod . If the RND icon is showing on the radio display, then the shuffle mode is “wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the bottom of the list, just turn the wheel backwards (counter-clockwise) to get to the track faster.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 • To Exit List mode without selecting a track, press the CAUTION! same PRESET button again to go back to Play • Leaving the iPod (or any supported device) any- mode. where in the vehicle in extreme heat or cold can •...
Page 242: Uconnect™ Studios (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped (Ren/Rer/Res Radios Only)
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL uconnect™ studios (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF information, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or EQUIPPED (REN/RER/RES RADIOS ONLY) visit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com, or at www- Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- .siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents. ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification coast.
Page 243: Selecting Uconnect™ Studios (Satellite) Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly the radio to exit this screen.
Page 244: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Studios
244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - uconnect™ studios INFO Button (Satellite) Mode Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC able).
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 MUSIC TYPE Button SETUP Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button following items: or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five •...
Page 246: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped)
246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by KICKER HIGH PERFORMANCE SOUND SYSTEM repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press WITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE SURROUND (DSS) – the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display IF EQUIPPED window.
Page 247: Remote Sound System Controls - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 “Audio Surround” is optimized for front seat passengers REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF for any audio source. This surround effect is available for EQUIPPED audio from any source – AM/FM/CD/ Satellite Radio or The remote sound system controls are located on the AUX –...
Page 248 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicles equipped with steering wheel-mounted buttons If the Compass/Temp/Audio screen is already displayed are also equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information when the AUDIO MODE button is pressed, then the Center (EVIC). The EVIC features a driver-interactive mode will change (i.e.
Page 249: Cd/Dvd Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 CD/DVD MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective precautions: coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding.
Page 250: Automatic Temperature Control
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Temperature Control Automatic Operation The Dual-Zone Climate Control System automatically maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger. Operation of the system is quite simple. Begin by turning the mode control knob (on the right) to AUTO, and place the blower control knob (on the left) to either LO AUTO or HI AUTO.
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply The system will automatically control recircu- allowing the system to function automatically. Selecting lation. However, pressing the recirculation con- the OFF position on the fan control stops the system trol button will temporarily put the system in completely and closes the outside air intake.
Page 252 252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Extended use of recirculation may cause the windows automatic. This means the operator can override the to fog. If the interior of the windows begin to fog, press blower, the mode, or both. There is a manual blower the recirculation button to return to outside air.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253...
Page 254 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Bi-Level The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the mode control Air flows through the outlets located in the instru- knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. ment panel and through the outlets located on the floor.
Page 255: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 conditioning. An indicator in the button illuminates Attempting to use the recirculation while in these modes when manual compressor operation is selected. will cause the indicator in the control button to blink and then turn off. NOTE: To control the air conditioning manually, the mode selector must be moved out of the AUTO position.
Page 256 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vacation Storage Outside Air Intake Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 259: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....263 Engine Block Heater — If Equipped ..268 ▫...
Page 260 260 STARTING AND OPERATING AutoStick ......277 Brake System ......285 ▫...
Page 261 STARTING AND OPERATING 261 ▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ..299 Tire Rotation Recommendations ... 311 ▫ Tire Rotation — Standard Tires ..312 Tires —...
Page 262 262 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Fuel System Cautions ....323 ▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ..327 ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ... . 324 ▫...
Page 263: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic Transmission Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat before shifting into any driving gear.
Page 264: Keyless Go
264 STARTING AND OPERATING Using Fob With Integrated Key (Tip Start) Keyless Go™ This feature allows the driver to oper- NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm ate the ignition switch with the push engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the of a button, as long as the ENGINE accelerator pedal.
Page 265: Normal Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 265 Removing the Button To start the engine, the transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL. Press and hold the brake pedal while press- 1. The ENGINE START/STOP button can be removed ing the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The system from the ignition switch for key fob use.
Page 266: Extreme Cold Weather (Below 20°F Or 29°C)
266 STARTING AND OPERATING • Starting with the ignition switch in the OFF position: button is pressed twice to the OFF position. If the shift lever is not in PARK and the ENGINE START/STOP • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to button is pressed once, the EVIC (if equipped) will change the ignition switch to the ACC position (EVIC display a “Vehicle Not In Park”...
Page 267: If Engine Fails To Start
STARTING AND OPERATING 267 If Engine Fails To Start Clearing a Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE START/STOP Button) WARNING! If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather proce- • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into dures, it may be flooded.
Page 268: After Starting
268 STARTING AND OPERATING Clearing A Flooded Engine After Starting (Using Fob With Integrated Key) The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will If the engine fails to start after you have followed the decrease as the engine warms up. “Normal Starting”...
Page 269: Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 269 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! CAUTION! It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, ing precautions are not observed: the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in •...
Page 270 270 STARTING AND OPERATING • Shift lever position • The electronically-controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are • Accelerator position self-calibrating. Therefore, the first few shifts on a new • Vehicle speed vehicle may be somewhat abrupt or soft until after the break-in period.
Page 271: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 271 result in a slightly different feeling or response during WARNING! normal operation in DRIVE position. After the transmis- sion cools down, it will return to normal operation. Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, Key Ignition Park Interlock you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter-...
Page 272: Brake/Transmission Interlock Manual Override
272 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Interlock Manual Override There is an override for the BTSI that allows you to move the shift lever out of the PARK position if an electrical system malfunction occurs (i.e., dead battery). To access the override, remove the rubber tray from the storage bin located to the right of the shift lever.
Page 273: Five-Speed Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 273 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 274 274 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 275 STARTING AND OPERATING 275 NEUTRAL DRIVE This range is used when vehicle is standing for pro- This range should be used for most city and highway longed periods with engine running. Engine may be driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- started in this range.
Page 276 276 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 277: Autostick
STARTING AND OPERATING 277 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 278: General Information
278 STARTING AND OPERATING • Transmission shifting will be more crisp/abrupt when at least one second. The transmission will now operate automatically, shifting between the five available gears. Autostick is engaged. General Information DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES • You can start out in first or second gear. The system Acceleration will ignore attempts to upshift at too low of a vehicle Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip-...
Page 279: Traction
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 Traction DRIVING THROUGH WATER When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Driving through water more than a few inches/centime- wedge of water to build up between the tire and road ters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and surface.
Page 280: Shallow Standing Water
280 STARTING AND OPERATING Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! (Continued) Although your vehicle is capable of driving through • Driving through standing water may cause dam- shallow standing water, consider the following Caution age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- and Warning before doing so. ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission/transaxle, axle, etc.) for signs of con- CAUTION!
Page 281: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph steering capability if power assist is lost.
Page 282: Power Steering Fluid Check
282 STARTING AND OPERATING • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- Power Steering Fluid Check ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering service interval is not required.
Page 283: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 WARNING! WARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.
Page 284 284 STARTING AND OPERATING The foot operated parking brake is positioned below the The “Brake Warning Light” in the instrument cluster will lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the turn on when the parking brake is applied and the parking brake, push the parking brake pedal down and ignition switch is ON.
Page 285: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 BRAKE SYSTEM Anti-Lock Brake System Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic vehicle stability and brake performance under most systems loses normal capability, the remaining braking conditions.
Page 286 286 STARTING AND OPERATING ABS is activated during braking under certain road or WARNING! stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in- • The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisti- clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops. cated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to interference caused by improperly installed or You also may experience the following when the brake high output radio transmitting equipment.
Page 287 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 Anti-Lock Brake Light WARNING! (Continued) The “Anti-Lock Brake Light” monitors the anti- • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent lock brake system. The light will come on when the natural laws of physics from acting on the the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering stay on for as long as four seconds.
Page 288: Electronic Brake Control System
288 STARTING AND OPERATING If both the “Brake Warning Light” and the “Anti-Lock avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking. For Brake Light” remain on, the ABS and EBD systems are more information about ABS, refer to “Anti-Lock Brake not functioning. Immediate repair to the ABS system is System”...
Page 289: Traction Control System (Tcs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 289 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 BAS 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 290 290 STARTING AND OPERATING power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESP/TCS Indicator condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle Light” begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the maintain the desired path.
Page 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 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 292 292 STARTING AND OPERATING stopped with the engine running. After five seconds, a WARNING! chime will sound, the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” will illuminate, and the ESP OFF message will display in the In the ESP “Full Off” mode, the engine torque vehicle odometer.
Page 293: Synchronizing Esp
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 Indicator Light” should go out. However, if the light WARNING! remains on, have the ESP and BAS checked at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. With the ESP switched OFF, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP is unavailable. In an emer- ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light and gency evasive maneuver, the ESP system will not ESP/TCS Indicator Light...
Page 294: Tire Safety Information
294 STARTING AND OPERATING ESP is synchronized (refer to Synchronizing ESP), see TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the Tire Markings problem diagnosed and corrected. NOTE: • The “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” and the “ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 295 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 • LT (Light Truck) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- letters “LT”...
Page 296 296 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 297 EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
Page 298: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
298 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 299: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 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 300 300 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- axles must not be exceeded. For further information on pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg”...
Page 301 STARTING AND OPERATING 301 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities calculated in Step 4.
Page 302 302 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 303: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 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 304: Tire Inflation Pressures
304 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 305 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 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 306: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
306 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 307: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for more than 30 seconds continuously when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the...
Page 308: Life Of Tire
308 STARTING AND OPERATING Life of Tire Replacement Tires The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many factors including, but not limited to: characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure.
Page 309: Tire Chains
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 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 310 310 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pave- To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the ment. following precautions: • Observe the tire chain manufacturer’s instructions • Because of restricted chain clearance between tires on the method of installation, operating speed, and other suspension components, it is important and conditions for use.
Page 311: Snow Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 Always use the lower suggested operating speed if both TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS the chain manufacturer and vehicle manufacturer sug- Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at gest a maximum speed. This notice applies to all chain different loads and perform different steering, driving, traction devices, including link and cable (radial) chains.
Page 312: Tire Rotation - Standard Tires
312 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Rotation — Standard Tires Tire Rotation — All Season Tires The suggested rotation method is the “side-to-side” as The suggested rotation method for vehicles equipped shown in the following diagram. with all season tires is the “forward-cross” as shown in the following diagram.
Page 313: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 313 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 314 314 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 315: Premium System
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 • 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 316 316 STARTING AND OPERATING • Various TPMS messages, which display in the Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), and • TPM Telltale Light. The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly (if equipped) has a TPM sensor. The full size spare can be used in place of any of the four road tires.
Page 317 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 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 318 318 STARTING AND OPERATING If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, Vehicles with Full Size Spare providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault 1. The matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly no longer exists, the TPM Telltale Light will no longer has a TPM sensor that can be monitored by the TPMS.
Page 319: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, the TPM Telltale the TPMS will update automatically.
Page 320: Fuel Requirements
320 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPM sensors are regulated under one of the follow- as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- ing licenses: ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before considering service for the vehicle. United States ..... KR5S120123 Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and Canada .
Page 321: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline or E85 lines. Properly blended reformulated gasolines will pro- ethanol blends are not the responsibility of the manufac- vide excellent performance and durability of engine and turer.
Page 322: Mmt In Gasoline
322 STARTING AND OPERATING To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, E-85 perform the following: therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether the gasoline contains MMT. It is even more important to •...
Page 323: Fuel System Cautions
STARTING AND OPERATING 323 Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being CAUTION! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s Most of these products contain high concentra- performance: tions of methanol.
Page 324: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
324 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper WARNING! maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mal conditions repaired promptly.
Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 325 NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap CAUTION! tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler cap door • Damage to the fuel system or emissions control reinforcement. system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap).
Page 326: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
326 STARTING AND OPERATING • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel WARNING! tank is full. • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel tank filled.
Page 327: Vehicle Loading
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on the • Type of Vehicle “Vehicle Certification Label.” This information should be • Month Day and Hour of Manufacture (MDH) used for passenger and luggage loading as indicated.
Page 328: Overloading
328 STARTING AND OPERATING Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle WARNING! separately. It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and rear axles. Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and or rear GAWR.
Page 329: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 NOTE: RECREATIONAL TOWING • Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed to the (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR and Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the driveshaft GAWRs. is removed. Towing with the rear wheels on the ground •...
Page 331: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....332 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ....346 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 332: Hazard Warning Flasher
332 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the center In any of the following situations, you can reduce the of the instrument panel between the center air outlets. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action.
Page 333: Tirefit Kit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 333 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down WARNING! an impending overheat condition: A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C others could be badly burned by steam or boiling system adds heat to the engine cooling system and coolant.
Page 334: Tirefit Storage
334 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Storage TIREFIT Kit Components and Operation The TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk. 1. Sealant Bottle TIREFIT Location 2. Pressure Gauge 3. Power Button 4. Mode Select Knob...
Page 335: Tirefit Usage Precautions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 335 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 336 336 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the WARNING! sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the discarded. vehicle close to traffic.
Page 337 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 337 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 338: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit
338 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 339 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 339 (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 340 340 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 341 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 341 (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 342 342 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 343: Jump-Starting Procedures
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 343 7. Return the TIREFIT kit to its storage location in the WARNING! (Continued) vehicle. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it ignition is placed in the RUN position.
Page 344 344 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • Do not use a booster battery or any other booster Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this source that has a greater than 12 Volt system, i.e., could establish a ground connection and personal do not use a 24 Volt power source.
Page 345 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 345 vehicle with the discharged battery. Make sure you have WARNING! a good contact on the ground. Refer to the following • You should not try to start your vehicle by pushing illustration for jump-starting connections. or towing.
Page 346: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
346 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Refer to Synchronizing ESP under Electronic CAUTION! Stability Program in Section 5 if the ESP/BAS light (in the instrument cluster) remains on continuously after Any procedure other than above could result in starting the engine of the vehicle with the discharged damage to charging system of booster vehicle or of battery.
Page 347 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 347 CAUTION! WARNING! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving be- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- tween 1st and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage even failure, of the axle and tires.
Page 348: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
348 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Vehicles WITHOUT AWD may be towed (with rear wheels on the ground) with the transmission in NEU- Without The Ignition Key Fob TRAL under the following conditions: Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed •...
Page 349: Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 349 If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) CAUTION! while being towed, the ignition must be placed in the • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front RUN position, not the ACC position. Make certain the transmission remains in NEUTRAL.
Page 351: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... 360 Engine Compartment — 6.1L ... . . 353 ▫...
Page 352 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Cooling System ..... 369 Bulb Replacement ..... 392 ▫...
Page 353: Engine Compartment - 6.1L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 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 354: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emissions control system.
Page 355: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the message. If the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II problem continues, the message will appear the next time system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the vehicle is started.
Page 356: Replacement Parts
356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system to update. A recheck with the above test routine happen: may then indicate that the system is now ready. a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal...
Page 357: 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 358: Engine Oil
358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 359 “Engine Compart- recommends full synthetic engine oils that meet the ment” in this section. requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-10725 and are approved to MB 229.3 or MB 229.5 (will be listed Synthetic Engine Oils on the back label of the oil container).
Page 360: Engine Oil Filter
360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Materials Added to Engine Oil of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high Do not add any supplemental materials, other than leak quality filters should be used to assure most efficient detection dyes, to the engine oil. Engine oil is an engi- service.
Page 361: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 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. Maintenance-Free Battery The top of the maintenance-free battery is permanently sealed.
Page 362 362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 363: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 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 364: A/C Air Filter
364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling filter. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental vehicle (text and arrows on the filter indicate this).
Page 365: Windshield Wiper Blades
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 When performing other underhood services, the hood Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with cleaned and lubricated.
Page 366: Exhaust System
366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some Exhaust System washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into blades clean. This will help blade performance. the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system.
Page 367 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- WARNING! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Page 368 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: systems can result in civil penalties being assessed • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition against you. when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion.
Page 369: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 Cooling System rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- WARNING! freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently •...
Page 370 370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System — Drain, Flush, and Refill CAUTION! If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals.
Page 371 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 • Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine (antifreeze) and distilled water. Use higher concentra- coolant (antifreeze) coolant that allows extended mainte- tions (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below 34°F nance intervals.
Page 372 372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System Pressure Cap WARNING! (Continued) The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant specified for your vehicle.
Page 373 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 Coolant Level Points to Remember The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles determining that the engine coolant (antifreeze) level is (kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming adequate.
Page 374: Brake System
374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) per- required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle formance, poor gas mileage, and increased emissions. does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling Brake System system should be pressure tested for leaks.
Page 375 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 Master Cylinder - Brake Fluid Level Check Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re- Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this if the brake system warning light indicates system fail- section for the correct fluid type.
Page 376: Automatic Transmission
376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 377 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 Fluid and Filter Changes CAUTION! Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- proper maintenance intervals. facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- If the transmission is disassembled for any reason, the ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque fluid and filter should be changed.
Page 378: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Special Additives Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion product and its performance may be impaired by supple- Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- mental additives.
Page 379 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove.
Page 380 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, Special Care de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive packaged and sealed. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 381 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 • Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’ protective protectants on Stain Repel products. finish. Interior Care Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure —...
Page 382 382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE and MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent. Care should be To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To liquid.
Page 383 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR Total Clean, a The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care the belts from the vehicle to wash them.
Page 384: Fuses
384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES CAUTION! Integrated Power Module • When installing the integrated power module The Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located in the cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- engine compartment. This module contains fuses and erly positioned and fully latched.
Page 385 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 15 Amp Washer Motor 30 Amp — Anti-Lock Brake System Blue Pink (ABS) Valves — 25 Amp Powertrain Control 40 Amp — Radiator Fan Natural Module (PCM) Green...
Page 386: Rear Power Distribution Center
386 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 Opening the Access Panel...
Page 387 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse • When installing the power distribution center 60 Amp — Ignition Off Draw (IOD) cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- Yellow Cavity 1 of the Rear erly positioned and fully latched.
Page 388 388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Fuel Pump — 10 Amp AC Heater Control/ Yellow Cluster/Security Module - if equipped — 20 Amp Sub Amp - if equipped Yellow —...
Page 389 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — — — — — — — — — — — — — 10 Amp Occupant Restraint — 5 Amp Antenna Module - if Controller (ORC) Orange equipped/Power Mirrors...
Page 390: Vehicle Storage
390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE switch are fused by the 25-amp circuit breaker in cavity Cav- Cartridge Mini- Description 13. If you experience temporary or permanent loss of Fuse Fuse these systems, see your authorized dealer for service. — 5 Amp Auto Inside Rearview Orange Mirror/Heated Seats - if...
Page 391: Replacement Bulbs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 391 REPLACEMENT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamp – High Intensity Discharge (HID) ......D1S LIGHT BULBS —...
Page 392: Bulb Replacement
392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Tail/Stop, Tail, Turn Signal Lamp, and Backup Lamp Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, and Park/Turn Lamp 1. Open the trunk. High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) 2. Remove the two fasteners from the back of the tail The headlamps are a type of high voltage discharge tube.
Page 393 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 4. Remove the remaining fastener from the back of the 7. Pull the tail lamp assembly clear from the vehicle to tail lamp assembly. access the bulbs. Turn bulb sockets counterclockwise to remove. 5. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 8.
Page 394 394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2 — Tail Lamp Bulb 3 — Turn Signal Lamp Bulb...
Page 395 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 9. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 10. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the tail lamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise. 11. Reinstall the tail lamp assembly, fasteners, electrical connector, and trunk liner.
Page 396: License Lamp
396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE License Lamp 1. Remove the screws securing the lamp to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 1 — License Lamp Bulb 2 —...
Page 397: Fluids And Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 FLUIDS AND 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 15.2 Quarts 14.4 Liters Formula or equivalent)
Page 398: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
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 399: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recom- mended brake fluids.
Page 401 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emissions Control System Maintenance ..402 Maintenance Schedule ....402 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..404...
Page 402 402 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. the continued proper functioning of the emissions control On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped system.
Page 403 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 403 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 404 404 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 405 ❏ 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 406: Service Schedule
❏ 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 407 ❏ 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 408 ❏ Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 409 ❏ 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 410 ❏ 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 411 ❏ 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 412 ❏ Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 413 ❏ 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 414 ❏ Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 415 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 126 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Inspect the rear axle fluid. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 416 ❏ 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 417 ❏ Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 418 418 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
Page 419: If You Need Consumer Assistance
If You Need Assistance ....421 Reporting Safety Defects ....424 ▫ Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center ..422 ▫ In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
Page 420 420 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 427 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......427 ▫...
Page 421: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 421 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 422: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
422 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (800) 992-1997 •...
Page 423: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 423 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.
Page 424: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle.
Page 425: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 425 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
Page 426 Chrysler Group LLC ve- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group hicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency LLC vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the...
Page 427 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 427 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Page 428 428 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 429 INDEX...
Page 430 430 INDEX About Your Brakes ....283,285 Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ... 56,59,61 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 431 INDEX 431 Automatic Door Locks ....30,31 Battery ....... 361 Automatic Headlights .
Page 432 432 INDEX Brake/Transmission Interlock ....271 Chart, Tire Sizing ......296 Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .
Page 433 INDEX 433 Compass Variance ..... . . 206 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..370,397,398 Computer, Trip/Travel ....199 Corrosion Protection .
Page 434 434 INDEX Dipsticks Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..149 Oil (Engine) ......358 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) .
Page 435 INDEX 435 Coolant (Antifreeze) ....369,398 Entry System, Illuminated ....20 Cooling .
Page 436 436 INDEX Floor Console ......172 Ethanol ......321 Fluid, Brake .
Page 437 INDEX 437 Gauges Headlight Washers ..... . . 365 Coolant Temperature ....186 Headlights .
Page 438 438 INDEX Holder, Cup ......171 Jump Starting ......343 HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter .
Page 439 INDEX 439 Latches ....... . 80 Engine Temperature Warning ....183 Hood .
Page 440 440 INDEX Oil Pressure ......192 Automatic Door ......30 Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) .
Page 441 INDEX 441 Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ... . . 131 New Vehicle Break-In Period ....76 Memory Seat .
Page 442 442 INDEX Synthetic ......359 Pedals, Adjustable ..... . . 148 Viscosity .
Page 443 INDEX 443 Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ....53 Recreational Towing ..... . 329 Pretensioners Reformulated Gasoline .
Page 444 444 INDEX Restraints, Occupant ..... . 43 Extender ......53 Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .
Page 445 INDEX 445 Seatback Release ..... . . 130 Side View Mirror Adjustment ....86 Tilting .
Page 446 446 INDEX Remote ......25 System, Remote Starting ....25 Starting and Operating .
Page 447 INDEX 447 Chains ......309 Towing ....... 329 General Information .
Page 448 448 INDEX Transporting Pets ......76 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ... . 6 Tread Wear Indicators .
Page 449 INDEX 449 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ....380 Windshield Wiper Blades ....365 Wind Buffeting .

Chrysler 300 SRT8 2010 User Manual

Introduction 1

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Understanding Your Instrument Panel

Starting and Operating

What to Do in Emergencies

Quick Links

INTRODUCTION

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