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 ....21 Trunk Lock And Release ....35 ▫...
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Safety Tips ......72 Airbags .
Page 12: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with detents and one that is spring-loaded. The detent posi- tions are LOCK, ACC, and ON.
Page 13: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
Page 14: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), and unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a power outlets will remain active for 10 minutes after number of reasons.
Page 15: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds After placing the ignition switch in the RUN position, the when the Key Fob is placed in the LOCK or ACC ignition Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a position.
Page 16: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Replacement Keys Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho- rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the is one that has never been programmed.
Page 17: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 • This device must accept any interference that may be To Arm the System received, including interference that may cause undes- Remove the key from the ignition switch and either press ired operation. a power door LOCK switch while the driver or passenger door is open or press the LOCK button on the Remote VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM —...
Page 18: Illuminated Entry System - If Equipped
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this • The driver’s door key cylinder and the trunk button on occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the Vehicle If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery Security Alarm.
Page 19: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds transmitters will continue to work. Driving at speeds or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables all RKE transmitter switch is turned ON from the LOCK position.
Page 20: To Lock The Doors
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE within five seconds to unlock all doors. The turn signal Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds illuminated entry system will also turn on.
Page 21: To Unlatch The Trunk
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the To Unlatch the Trunk Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two vehicle when using the transmitter to turn off the times within five seconds to unlatch the trunk.
Page 22: General Information
22 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 23: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 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 24 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • The park lamps will turn on and remain on during • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or Remote Start mode. confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon- •...
Page 25: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system DOOR LOCKS will disable the one time press of the REMOTE START Manual Door Locks button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote To lock each door, push the door lock plunger on each Start request.
Page 26: Power Door Locks
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the door lock plunger is down when you shut the door, Power Door Locks the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the key is not A power door lock switch is on each front door trim inside the vehicle before closing the door.
Page 27 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 accidentally locking the Key Fob in the vehicle. Remov- Automatic Door Locks Programming ing the Key Fob or closing the door will allow the locks to The Automatic Door Locks feature can be enabled or operate.
Page 28 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Depress the power door LOCK switch to lock the 2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed doors. returned to 0 mph (0 km/h). 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the 3.
Page 29: Child Protection Door Lock
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the Child Protection Door Lock following procedure: To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with a Child 1.
Page 30 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For emergency key information, refer to “A WARNING! Word About Your Keys” in this section. Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 To Disengage the Child Protection Door Lock 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. System NOTE: After disengaging the Child Protection Door 1. Open the rear door. Lock system, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position.
Page 32: Windows
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS There are single window controls on each passenger door trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows. Power Windows The window controls will operate only when the ignition The window controls on the driver’s door control all the switch is in the ON or ACC position.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 To open the window part way, press the window switch To stop the window from going all the way up during the to the first detent and release it when you want the AUTO-up operation, push down on the switch briefly.
Page 34 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger the auto-reverse function unexpectedly during auto- closure. If this happens, pull the switch lightly to the first detent and hold to close the window manually. WARNING! There is no anti-pinch protection when the window is almost closed.
Page 35: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Reset Wind Buffeting Anytime the vehicle battery is disconnected or goes dead, Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of the AUTO-up function will be disabled. To reactivate the pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the AUTO-up feature, perform the following procedure after ears.
Page 36: Trunk Safety Warning
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The trunk lid can be released from TRUNK SAFETY WARNING outside the vehicle by pressing the WARNING! TRUNK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, twice within five seconds.
Page 37: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 • Advanced Front Airbags for driver and front passen- • Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) for the driver and passengers seated next to a window — if equipped • An energy-absorbing steering column and steering wheel •...
Page 38: Lap/Shoulder Belts
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage and cause a collision that includes you. This can happen inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different far away from home or on your own street. rates of inflation based on severity and type of collision.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 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 40 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 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 42 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of a bit on the shoulder belt.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 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 44: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure the shoulder belt. The Automatic Locking Mode is avail- Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ able on all passenger-seating positions with a combina- shoulder belt. tion lap/shoulder belt.
Page 45: Seat Belt Pretensioners
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re- Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow straint Controller (ORC). Like the airbags, the pretension- it to retract completely to disengage the Automatic ers are single use items.
Page 46 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE BeltAlert Programming 3. Within 60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the The BeltAlert can be enabled or disabled by your ON position, unbuckle and then re-buckle the driver’s authorized dealer or by performing the following proce- seat belt at least three times within 10 seconds, ending dure: with the seat belt buckled.
Page 47: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Seat Belts and Pregnant Women dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts extender should be used only if the existing belt is not throughout their pregnancy.
Page 48: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbags
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 • Front Passenger Airbag The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of • Front and Side Impact Sensors inflation based on the severity and type of collision. •...
Page 50 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an WARNING! (Continued) impact that requires airbag deployment. The timing of • Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster the second stage determines whether the output force is such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios, low, medium, or high.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 The system includes sensors adjacent to both front and rear seat occupants that are calibrated to deploy the SABIC airbags during impacts that require airbag occu- pant protection. WARNING! • If your vehicle is equipped with left and right Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC), do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the SABIC.
Page 52 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE protection for the driver and front passenger. Side airbags Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat also work with seat belts to improve occupant protection. belt properly (see Section on Child Restraints) should be secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- Knee Impact Bolsters positioning booster seats.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 The driver and front passenger seats should be moved WARNING! back as far as practical to allow the Advanced Front • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more Airbags room to inflate. severe injuries in a collision.
Page 54: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls The Advanced Front Airbags will not deploy in all frontal collisions, including some that may produce substantial Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) vehicle damage — for example, some pole collisions, The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system truck underrides, and angle offset collisions.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START ment cluster Airbag Warning Light if a malfunction is or ON position.
Page 56 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the Advanced Front Airbags. Different airbag inflation deploy the SABIC Airbags, depending on severity and rates are possible, based on the collision type and sever- type of collision. In these events, the ORC will deploy the ity.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as Front and Side Impact Sensors In front and side impacts, impact sensors aid the ORC in the battery has power or until the ignition key is determining appropriate response to impact events.
Page 58 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. Do not drive your vehicle after the airbags have de- They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a airbags will not be in place to protect you.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad- WARNING! vanced airbag system. The airbag may inflate • Modifications to any part of the airbag system accidentally or may not function properly if modi- could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 60: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Warning Light located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the You will want to have the airbags ready to proper airbag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the inflate for your protection in a collision.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 2. Under certain circumstances, EDR data may not be pursuant to a warrant). A copy of the data will be recorded (e.g., loss of battery power). provided to the custodial entity upon request. General data that does not identify particular vehicles or crashes In conjunction with other data gathered during a complete may be released for incorporation in aggregate crash...
Page 62: Child Restraints
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Data parameters that are recorded: Children 12 years and younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash • Diagnostic trouble code(s) and warning light status for statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in electronically-controlled safety systems, including the the rear seats rather than in the front.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 There are different sizes and types of restraints for infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing children from newborn size to the child almost large by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are enough for an adult safety belt.
Page 64 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seats used in the forward-facing direction are for children over the front of the seat when their back is against the who weigh 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg) and who are older seatback should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Standards. We also recommend that you make sure WARNING! that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle • Improper installation can lead to failure of an where you will use it before you buy it. infant or child restraint.
Page 66 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH — Child Seat Anchorage System connection to the top tether anchorages, have been (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) available for some time. For some older child restraints, Your vehicle’s rear seat is equipped with the child many child restraint manufacturers offer add-on tether restraint anchorage system called LATCH.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that are provided with the child restraint system. The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 68 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- NOTE: • Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a the strap.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 The seat belt must be in the Automatic Locking Mode in WARNING! order to enable a child restraint to be tightly installed. Refer to “Automatic Locking Mode” in this section. A Improper installation of a child restraint to the locking clip should not be necessary once the automatic LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or locking feature is enabled.
Page 70 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling and pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, you may need to do something more. Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn the buckle around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle again.
Page 71: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 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 72: Safety Tips
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 73: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 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 74: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Airbag Warning Light Vehicle The light should come on and remain on for six to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first Seat Belts turned ON.
Page 75: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 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 77: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped Mirrors ......81 .
Page 78 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Recognition (VR) System — Lights ......126 If Equipped .
Page 79 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 ▫ Flash-To-Pass ▫ To Set At A Desired Speed ..... . 130 ... . . 137 ▫...
Page 80 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Reprogramming A Single HomeLink ▫ Sunroof Maintenance ....149 Button ......145 ▫...
Page 81: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
Page 82: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped CAUTION! This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror.
Page 83: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 Outside Mirrors Folding Feature — If Equipped WARNING! Some models have outside mirrors that are hinged. The hinge allows the mirror to pivot forward and rearward to Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side resist damage.
Page 84: Power Mirrors
84 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 85: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
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 86 86 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 87: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 The uconnect™ phone can be used with any Hands-Free menu structure. Voice commands are required after most Profile certified Bluetooth cellular phone. See the uconnect™ phone prompts. You will be prompted for a uconnect™...
Page 88 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phonebook and New Entry. Please remember, the Cancel Command uconnect™ phone works best when you talk in a At any prompt, after the beep, you can say Cancel and normal conversational tone, as if speaking to someone you will be returned to the main menu.
Page 89 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 • 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 90 90 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 91 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 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 92 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE downloaded names can be used. Until then, if avail- and say “Phonebook Download.” The system prompts, able, the previous downloaded phonebook is available “Ready to accept “V” card entry via Bluetooth …” The for use.
Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 • If the phonebook entry is longer than 24 characters, it • When prompted, recite the new phone number for the will only use the first 24 characters. phonebook entry that you are editing. Edit uconnect™...
Page 94 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say • Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be Phonebook Delete. deleted or edited. • 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 •...
Page 95: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 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 96 96 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 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Three-Way Calling To initiate three-way calling, press the button while Redial. a call is in progress, and make a second phone call, as •...
Page 98: Uconnect™ Phone Features
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and continue on the uconnect™ phone for a certain dura- voice commands will be in that language. tion, after which the call is automatically transferred NOTE: After every uconnect™...
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say WARNING! Emergency and the uconnect™ phone will instruct the paired cellular phone to call the emergency num- Your phone must be turned on and paired to the ber.
Page 100 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mexico City in Mexico). Please refer to the 24-Hour Working with Automated Systems Towing Assistance coverage details in the Warranty This method is used in instances where one generally has Information Booklet and on the 24–Hour Towing to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while Assistance Card.
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 also to be used for navigating through an automated Barge In - Overriding Prompts customer service center menu structure, and to leave a The “Voice Recognition” button can be used when you number on a pager. wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice recognition command immediately.
Page 102 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone and Network Status Indicators NOTE: Certain brands of cellular phones do not send If available on the radio and/or on a premium display the dial ring to the uconnect™ phone to play it on the such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by vehicle audio system, so you will not hear it.
Page 103: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Advanced Phone Connectivity List Paired Cellular Phone Names • Press the button to begin. Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone The uconnect™ phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say ferred from your cellular phone to the uconnect™...
Page 104: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You can also press the button at any time while Things You Should Know About Your uconnect™ phone the list is being played, and then choose the phone that you wish to select. uconnect™...
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 • Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the uconnect™ phone. For best results, the Voice Training speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from session should be completed when the vehicle is parked you.
Page 106 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Even though the system is designed for users speaking • Even though international dialing for most number in North American English, French, and Spanish ac- combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing cents, the system may not always work for some. number combinations may not be supported.
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 • 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 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 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 112 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 113: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 General Information NOTE: Take care to speak into the Voice Interface This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and System as calmly and normally as possible. The ability of RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com- following conditions: mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a...
Page 114: Commands
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists When using this system, you should speak clearly and at options, press the button, listen for the beep, and say a normal speaking volume. your command.
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Changing the Volume Radio AM (or Radio Long Wave or Radio Medium Wave — If Equipped) 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the button. To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: 2.
Page 116 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Radio Menu” (to switch to the radio menu) Disc To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) may say the following commands: Satellite Radio •...
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 − “Continue” (to continue recording) System Setup To switch to system setup, say “Setup”. In this mode, you − “Delete” (to delete the recording) may say the following commands: • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) •...
Page 118: Voice Training
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Training SEATS For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System nizing their voice commands or numbers, uconnect™ of the vehicle. They need to be used properly for safe phone Voice Training feature may be used.
Page 119: Power Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 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 120: Power Reclining Seats
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 121: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the large button, located on the base of the head restraint, and push downward on the head restraint. Lumbar Support Control Lever Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of injury in the event...
Page 122 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To remove the head restraint, pull upward on the head To install the head restraint, insert the head restraint rods restraint to its highest position, push in both buttons at into each guide, apply pressure down on the headrest the base of each head restraint rod, and simultaneously until the head restraint reaches the first lock position, pull up on the head restraint.
Page 123: Heated Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Heated Seats NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt This feature heats the front driver, passenger, and second within two to five minutes. row seats. The controls for each heater are located near WARNING! the bottom center of the instrument panel.
Page 124: Folding Rear Seat
124 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 125: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety Two latches must be released to open the hood. catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the center front edge of the hood.
Page 126: Lights
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument CAUTION! panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights and fog lights. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood, until it is open approxi- mately 6 in (15 cm), and then drop it.
Page 127: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be enabled or This system automatically turns the headlights on or off disabled. Refer to ”Headlights On with Wipers,” under according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, “Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)”...
Page 128: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The lights must be turned off within 45 seconds Fog Lights of turning the ignition OFF to activate this feature. The front fog light switch is built into the head- light switch. To activate the front fog lights, turn The Headlight delay time is programmable.
Page 129: Turn Signals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 NOTE: • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective.
Page 130: Flash-To-Pass
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Flash-to-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will cause the headlights to turn on at high beam and remain on until the multifunction lever is released. Overhead Console Map/Reading Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the overhead console.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 because a door is open. This includes the glove box light, Dome Light Position but not the trunk light. To restore interior light operation, Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the either turn the ignition switch ON or cycle the light second detent to turn on the interior lights.
Page 132: Windshield Wipers And Washers
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the first The multifunction lever operates the windshield wipers detent past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper and washer when the ignition switch is in the ON operation, or to the second detent past the intermittent position.
Page 133: Mist Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle every second Windshield Washers to a maximum of approximately 23 seconds between To use the washer, push the multifunction lever inward cycles. (toward the steering column) to the second detent and hold it for as long as washer spray is desired.
Page 134: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The “Headlights On with Wipers” feature can be turned on or off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (if equipped). Refer to ”Headlights On with Wipers,” under “Personal Settings (Customer- Programmable Features)” under “Electronic Vehicle In- formation Center (EVIC)”...
Page 135: Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the steering column in position, push the control handle inward until fully engaged. WARNING! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The telescoping adjustment must be locked while driv- ing.
Page 136: Electronic Speed Control
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The pedals can be adjusted while driving. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged, Electronic Speed Control takes over the • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the transmission accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph is in REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control is (40 km/h).
Page 137: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on simultaneously.
Page 138: To Deactivate
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate To Vary the Speed Setting The system will disable Electronic Speed Control without When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can in- erasing the memory if you: crease speed by pushing up and holding the Electronic Speed Control lever in RESUME ACCEL.
Page 139: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Tapping the Electronic Speed Control lever to SET DE- On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur, so CEL once will result in a 1 mph (1.6 km/h) speed it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed decrease.
Page 140: Overhead Console
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE Courtesy/Reading Lights The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights At the forward end of the console are two courtesy/ and storage for sunglasses. Universal Garage Door reading lights. Opener (HomeLink ) buttons and power sunroof switch may also be included, if equipped.
Page 141: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink unit operates off your vehicle’s battery.
Page 142: Programming Homelink
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming HomeLink WARNING! Before You Begin • Your motorized door or gate will open and close If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, while you are training the Universal Transceiver. erase all channels before you begin training.
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 2. Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) NOTE: Some gate operators and garage door openers from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the EVIC may require you to replace Step 3 with procedures noted display in view.
Page 144 144 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 145: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Gate Operator/Canadian Programming If you unplugged the device for training, plug it back in Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- at this time. nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of Then proceed with Step 4 under “Programming transmission –...
Page 146: Security
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Did you unplug the device for training, and remember 3. Without releasing the button, proceed with Program- ming HomeLink Step 2 and follow all remaining steps. to plug it back in? Security If you are having any problems or require assistance, It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn please call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at...
Page 147: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 The term “IC:” before the certification/registration num- WARNING! ber only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifi- • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in cations were met. the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- POWER SUNROOF —...
Page 148: Opening Sunroof - Express
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc- Press the power sunroof switch rearward and release, tion if this occurs. Next, press the power sunroof switch and the sunroof will open automatically from any posi- forward and release to Express Close.
Page 149: Sunshade Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Sunshade Operation Sunroof Maintenance The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. the glass panel. NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is Ignition Off Operation open.
Page 150: Electrical Power Outlets
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There are two 12 Volt (DC) electrical power outlets on this vehicle. Both of the power outlets are protected by a fuse. Insert cigar lighter or accessory plug into the power outlets for use to ensure proper operation.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 The center console outlet is powered directly from the WARNING! battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent the To avoid serious injury or death: engine from starting.
Page 152 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • After the use of high power draw accessories or • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw long periods of the vehicle not being started (with power from the vehicle’s battery even when not in accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 153: Cupholders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 CUPHOLDERS Rear Seat Cupholders The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest Front Seat Cupholders between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide center console.
Page 154: Storage
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Console Features The center console contains two shift bezel cubby bins with rubber mats for holding small items. For vehicles not equipped with navigation radio, the console also contains an extra storage bin located below the climate control, which holds up to four CD jewel cases.
Page 155: Cargo Area - Vehicles Equipped With 60/40
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 The top compartment holds small items, such as a pen When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make and note pad, while the larger bottom compartment will sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the hold CDs and alike.
Page 156 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To help protect against personal injury, passengers • Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The heavier objects as low and as far forward as rear cargo space is intended for load carrying possible.
Page 157: Rear Window Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to The rear window defroster button is located on the the heating elements: climate control. Press this button to turn on the •...
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Performance Pages — If Equipped Instrument Panel Features ....162 ..181 ▫ Compass Display Instrument Cluster .
Page 160 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Sales Code (RER/REN) — AM/FM/CD/DVD Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo Radio Radio – If Equipped ....191 With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And Sirius Radio.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 ▫ Play Mode ▫ Operating Instructions - uconnect™ phone ......216 (If Equipped) ..... . . 223 ▫...
Page 162: Instrument Panel Features
162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 7 — Climate Control 13 — Hood Release 2 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Heated Seat Switch* 14 — Trunk Release Button 3 — Hazard Switch 9 — Power Outlet 15 —...
Page 163: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 164: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 5. Tachometer The red segments indicate the maximum permissible 1. Fuel Gauge engine revolutions per minute (RPM. x 1000) for each The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when gear range.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 7. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light 8. Temperature Gauge This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- when the ignition switch is turned ON. This ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that light will also turn on while the engine is the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
Page 166 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 10. Airbag Warning Light WARNING! This light will turn on for six to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or turned ON. If the light is either not on during others could be badly burned by steam or boiling starting, or stays on, or turns on while driving, coolant.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 driving to the prevailing road conditions, and do not WARNING! switch off the Electronic Stability Program (ESP). If a warning light remains on the system may not be 13. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) / Brake Assist working and you will not have the benefit of ESP or System (BAS) Malfunction Indicator Light BAS.
Page 168 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. 17. Shift Lever Indicator This light does not indicate how much oil is in the engine. The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the The engine oil level must be checked using the procedure instrument cluster.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 the same as it was before the repair or service. If s/he message. If the problem continues, the message will cannot do so, then the odometer must be set at zero, and appear the next time the vehicle is started. a sticker must be placed in the door jamb stating what the A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap mileage was before the repair or service.
Page 170 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL condition has been corrected. If the problem is related to WARNING! the brake booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger- each stop.
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been applied with the ignition switch in the ON position. equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
Page 172 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is CAUTION! combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for The TPMS has been optimized for the original approximately one minute and then remain continuously equipment tires and wheels.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, the key is in the ON position before engine start. If the then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not MIL does not come on when turning the key from LOCK functioning and service is required.
Page 174: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING! A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you drive slowly or park over flammable substances such as dry plants or wood or cardboard, etc. This could result in death or serious injury to the driver, occu- pants or others.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 • Vehicle information warning message displays The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering • Tire Pressure Monitor System wheel. • Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) Press and release the MENU button and the •...
Page 176: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the SCROLL button to scroll through Trip Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Functions, Performance Pages (if equipped), Displays uconnect™ gps (if equipped), System Status When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays Messages, and Personal Settings (Customer- the following messages: SCROLL Programmable Features).
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 • Left/Right Front Door Ajar (one or more, with a single • Channels Cleared chime if speed is above 1 mph [1.6 km/h]) • Did Not Train • Left/Right Rear Door Ajar (one or more, with a single •...
Page 178: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Upshift • Peak G-Force (if equipped with Performance Pages) • Stereo (if equipped with Driver-Selectable Surround • Digital Speedometer (if equipped with Performance Sound [DSS]) Pages) • Video Surround (if equipped with Driver-Selectable Engine Oil Change Indicator System Surround Sound [DSS]) Oil Change Required •...
Page 179: Trip Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 • Trip A release the MENU button. To reset the oil change indica- tor system (after performing the scheduled maintenance) • Trip B refer to the following procedure. • Elapsed Time 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not •...
Page 180 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Distance To Empty (DTE) • Trip A Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is reset.
Page 181: Performance Pages - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 To Reset The Display Performance Pages — If Equipped Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being WARNING! displayed. Press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button once to clear the resettable function being dis- Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor- played.
Page 182 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 1/8 Mile • The feature will “ready” when the vehicle speed is at 0 mph (0 km/h). The word “READY” will flash when • 1/4 Mile conditions are met for the event to begin. •...
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 • This feature will only function when applying the 1/8 Mile, 1/4 Mile brakes at speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h). When selected, this screen displays the time it takes the vehicle to travel 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) within 30 seconds •...
Page 184: Compass Display
184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • To clear the vehicle’s best 1/8 mile (1/4 mile) run, Digital Speedometer press and hold the FUNCTION SELECT button for When selected, this screen displays vehicle speed and five seconds. records top speed. • Press and hold the FUNCTION SELECT button for Instantaneous G-Force When selected, this screen displays the current G-Force three seconds to toggle between current speed and top...
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Automatic Compass Calibration 3. Press the SCROLL button until “Calibrate Compass” This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the displays in the EVIC. need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is 4. Press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button to new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will start the calibration.
Page 186: Uconnect™ Gps - If Equipped
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Cell Phones, Lap- 2. Press and hold the HOME button for approximately tops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass two seconds.
Page 187: Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (Dss) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 display is active, the SCROLL button can be used to scroll Driver-Selectable Surround Sound (DSS) – If through the list, the FUNCTION SELECT button can be Equipped used to select an item, and the AUDIO MODE button can Press and release the MENU button until “Surround be used to return to the previous menu.
Page 188: System Warnings (Customer Information Features)
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL System Warnings Press and release the MENU button until Personal Set- (Customer Information Features) tings displays in the EVIC. Press and release the MENU button until “SYSTEM Use the SCROLL button to display one of the following WARNINGS”...
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 “Lock Doors Automatically at 15 mph (24 km/h)” the first press of the RKE UNLOCK button. To make your When ON is selected, all doors will lock automatically selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).
Page 190 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL “Headlights On with Wipers” “Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock” (Available with Auto Headlights Only) When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate When ON is selected, and the HEADLIGHT switch is in and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxi- unlocked with the RKE transmitter.
Page 191: Sales Code (Rer/Ren) - Am/Fm/Cd/Dvd Radio - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 “Confirmation of Voice Commands” — If SALES CODE (RER/REN) — AM/FM/CD/DVD Equipped RADIO – IF EQUIPPED When ON is selected, all voice commands from the NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side uconnect™...
Page 192: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — uconnect™ phone — If 4. To move the hour forward, touch the screen where the Equipped word “Hour” with the arrow pointing upward is dis- Refer to “uconnect™ phone” in Section 3. played.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The Changing the Time Zone clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 1. Turn on the radio. 3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear in 2.
Page 194: Sales Code Res - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack)
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right position to operate the radio.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 SEEK Buttons 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch knob to save time change.
Page 196 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second AM/FM Button time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Press the buttons to select either AM or FM mode. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the SET/RND Button —...
Page 197: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact pressing the pushbutton twice.
Page 198 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within CAUTION! 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, • This CD player will accept 4-3/4 in (12 cm) discs the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 199: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 RW/FF Notes on Playing MP3 Files Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 player will begin to fast forward until FF is released, or file recording media and formats are limited.
Page 200 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). •...
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification Frequency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128, 48, 44.1, 32...
Page 202: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode SALES CODE RES/RSC — AM/FM STEREO The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an SIRIUS RADIO MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right...
Page 203: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC another selection.
Page 204 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button. UConnect”...
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 TUNE Control Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fourth Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise time and BALANCE will display. Turn the TUNE/ to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers.
Page 206 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following Program Type 16-Digit Character Display format types: Public Public Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Rhythm and Blues R & B No program type or Religious Music Rel Musc None undefined...
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 station with the same selected Music Type name. The AM/FM Button Music Type function only operates when in the FM Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. mode. SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type Memory (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be...
Page 208: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact pressing the pushbutton twice.
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within CAUTION! 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 210: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Notes On Playing MP3 Files Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or file recording media and formats are limited.
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). •...
Page 212 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Specification Frequency (kHz) radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128, 48, 44.1, 32...
Page 213: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders to return to elapsed time display. on the disc.
Page 214: Universal Consumer Interface (Uci) - If Equipped
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) feature, refer to the separate RER, REN or REZ User’s Press this button to change the display to time of day. The Manual. UCI is available only if equipped as an option time of day will display for five seconds (when the with these radios.
Page 215: Connecting The Ipod
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 Connecting The iPod Using This Feature Use the provided connection cable to connect an iPod to By using the provided connection cable to connect an the vehicle’s 16–pin connector port (which is located in iPod to the vehicle’s UCI 16–pin connector port: the glove compartment on some vehicles).
Page 216: Play Mode
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Jump forward in the current track by pressing and Play Mode When switched to UCI mode, the iPod automatically holding the FF >> button. starts Play mode. In Play mode, you may use the •...
Page 217: List Or Browse Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 seen all screens, the last INFO button press will take List Or Browse Mode you back to the play mode screen on the radio. During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described below, takes you to List mode. List mode enables you to •...
Page 218 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • To Exit List mode without selecting a track, press the bottom of the list, just turn the wheel backwards (counter-clockwise) to get to the track faster. same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode.
Page 219: Uconnect™ Studios (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped (Ren/Rer/Res Radios Only)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 uconnect™ studios (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF CAUTION! EQUIPPED (REN/RER/RES RADIOS ONLY) • Leaving the iPod (or any supported device) any- Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to where in the vehicle in extreme heat or cold can coast.
Page 220: Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (Esn/Sid)
220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL information, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number visit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com, or at www- display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on .siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents.
Page 221: Reception Quality
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within Operating Instructions - uconnect™ studios the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly (Satellite) Mode on or above the antenna. NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC Reception Quality position to operate the radio.
Page 222 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INFO Button MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button able).
Page 223: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 SETUP Button You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press following items: the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display window.
Page 224: Kicker High Performance Sound System With Driver-Selectable Surround (Dss) - If Equipped
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL KICKER HIGH PERFORMANCE SOUND SYSTEM “Audio Surround” is optimized for front seat passengers WITH DRIVER-SELECTABLE SURROUND (DSS) – for any audio source. This surround effect is available for IF EQUIPPED audio from any source – AM/FM/CD/ Satellite Radio or AUX –...
Page 225: Remote Sound System Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS Center (EVIC). The EVIC features a driver-interactive The remote sound system controls are located on the display which is located in the instrument cluster. surface of the steering wheel at the three and nine o’clock The VOLUME button controls the sound positions.
Page 226: Cd/Dvd Maintenance
226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the EVIC is in the Compass/Temp/ 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, Audio screen, press the FUNCTION SE- wiping from center to edge. LECT button to operate various radio, me- 3.
Page 227: Radio Operation And Cellular Phones
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Automatic Temperature Control Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna.
Page 228 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation of the system is quite simple. Begin by turning 72°F (22°C) is the recommended setting for maximum the mode control knob (on the right) to AUTO, and place comfort for the average person; however, this may vary. the blower control knob (on the left) to either LO AUTO NOTE: The temperature setting can be adjusted at any or HI AUTO.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 illuminate. After 10 minutes, the system will return to Manual Operation normal AUTO mode function and the indicator will turn This system offers a full complement of manual override off. features, which consist of blower preferred automatic, mode preferred automatic, or blower and mode preferred NOTE: automatic.
Page 230 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 • 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 232: Operating Tips
232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 Vacation Storage NOTE: Recirculate without A/C should not be used for Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service long periods, as fogging may occur. (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air Outside Air Intake conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the...
Page 234 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 235 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....239 Automatic Transmission ....242 ▫...
Page 236 236 STARTING AND OPERATING AutoStick ......249 Brake System ..... . . 257 ▫...
Page 237 STARTING AND OPERATING 237 ▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ..271 Tire Rotation Recommendations ..283 ▫ Tire Rotation — Standard Tires Tires —...
Page 238 238 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Fuel System Cautions ▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ....295 ..299 ▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings ▫...
Page 239: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 239 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 240: Normal Starting (Tip Start)
240 STARTING AND OPERATING Normal Starting (Tip Start) If Engine Fails To Start NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm WARNING! engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into accelerator pedal.
Page 241: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 241 If the engine fails to start after you have followed the ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits dures, it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel, push quicker starts in cold weather.
Page 242: Automatic Transmission
242 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! CAUTION! It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, ing precautions are not observed: the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in •...
Page 243 STARTING AND OPERATING 243 • 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 244: Key Ignition Park Interlock
244 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 245: Brake/Transmission Interlock Manual Override
STARTING AND OPERATING 245 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 246: Five-Speed Automatic Transmission
246 STARTING AND OPERATING Five-Speed Automatic Transmission Gear Ranges Shifting from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE should be PARK done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the This range supplements the parking brake by locking the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake transmission.
Page 247 STARTING AND OPERATING 247 REVERSE WARNING! This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Use only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply parking brake fully NEUTRAL when parked to guard against vehicle movement and This range is used when vehicle is standing for pro-...
Page 248 248 STARTING AND OPERATING under heavy loading conditions (in hilly terrain, travel- WARNING! ing into strong head winds, or while towing heavy trailers, use the AutoStick mode and select the “3” Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the range.
Page 249: Autostick
STARTING AND OPERATING 249 brought to a stop. After the vehicle has stopped, PARK, NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to operate. Sec- mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your ond gear will operate in the DRIVE position.
Page 250: Operation
250 STARTING AND OPERATING Operation You can shift in or out of the Autostick mode at any time By placing the shift lever in the DRIVE position, it can be without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal. When moved from side to side. This allows the driver to select you wish to engage Autostick , simply move the shift a higher or lower range of gears.
Page 251: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 251 • Starting out in second gear is helpful in snowy or icy WARNING! conditions. Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. • Avoid using speed control when Autostick is en- Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the rear gaged.
Page 252: Driving Through Water
252 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. Flowing/Rising Water 3. Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become WARNING! visible. Do not drive on or across a road or path where water 4.
Page 253 STARTING AND OPERATING 253 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Always check the depth of the standing water age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- before driving through it. Never drive through ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, standing water that is deeper than the bottom of transmission/transaxle, axle, etc.) for signs of con- the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
Page 254: Power Steering
254 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 255: Power Steering Fluid Check
STARTING AND OPERATING 255 system. This noise should be considered normal, and it checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are does not in any way damage the steering system. apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- pated.
Page 256: Parking Brake
256 STARTING AND OPERATING If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever in the level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all PARK position first and then apply the parking brake. surfaces.
Page 257: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 257 WARNING! • 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. Do not leave the key in the ignition.
Page 258: Anti-Lock Brake System
258 STARTING AND OPERATING pedal force required to slow or stop, and potential When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph (11 km/h), you activation of the “Brake Warning Light.” may also hear a slight clicking sound as well as some related motor noises.
Page 259 STARTING AND OPERATING 259 • A slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end WARNING! (Continued) of the stop. • The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent These are all normal characteristics of ABS. the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering WARNING! efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition...
Page 260: Electronic Brake Control System
260 STARTING AND OPERATING All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and Light” does not come on when the ignition switch is type and tires must be properly inflated to produce turned to the ON position, have the bulb repaired as soon accurate signals for the computer.
Page 261: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 261 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Traction Control System (TCS) This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each under adverse braking conditions by controlling hydrau- driven wheel. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is lic brake pressure.
Page 262: Electronic Stability Program (Esp)
262 STARTING AND OPERATING power may also be reduced to assist in counteracting the WARNING! condition of oversteer or understeer and help the vehicle maintain the desired path. The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the The ESP uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the path traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
Page 263 STARTING AND OPERATING 263 flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESP/TCS Indicator The ESP system has three available operating modes: Light” begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the ESP On accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure This is the normal operating mode for the ESP.
Page 264 264 STARTING AND OPERATING switch and the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” will illumi- stopped with the engine running. After five seconds, a nate. To turn the ESP ON again, momentarily press the chime will sound, the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” will “ESP OFF” switch and the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” illuminate, and the ESP OFF message will display in the will turn off.
Page 265: Synchronizing Esp
STARTING AND OPERATING 265 WARNING! WARNING! In the ESP “Full Off” mode, the engine torque With the ESP switched OFF, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP is unavailable. In an emer- reduction and stability features are cancelled. There- gency evasive maneuver, the ESP system will not fore, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP is engage to assist in maintaining stability.
Page 266: Esp/Bas Malfunction Indicator Light And Esp/Tcs Indicator Light
266 STARTING AND OPERATING ESP/BAS Malfunction Indicator Light and NOTE: • The “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” and the “ESP/BAS ESP/TCS Indicator Light The Malfunction Indicator Light for the ESP is Malfunction Indicator Light” will turn on momen- combined with the BAS indicator. The “ESP/ tarily each time the ignition switch is turned to the ON BAS Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 267: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 267 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 268 268 STARTING AND OPERATING • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded tion.
Page 269 STARTING AND OPERATING 269 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 270: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
270 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 271: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 271 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 272 272 STARTING AND OPERATING Loading To determine the maximum loading conditions of your The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you XXX kg”...
Page 273 STARTING AND OPERATING 273 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available 4.
Page 274 274 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 275: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 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 276: Tire Inflation Pressures
276 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 277 STARTING AND OPERATING 277 Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range CAUTION! of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with temperature changes. After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change.
Page 278: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
278 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 279: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 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 280: Life Of Tire
280 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 281: Tire Chains
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 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 282 282 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 283: Snow Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 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 284: Tire Rotation - Standard Tires
284 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 285: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 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 286 286 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 287: Premium System
STARTING AND OPERATING 287 • 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 288 288 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 289 STARTING AND OPERATING 289 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. The system fault will also sound a chime.
Page 290 290 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 291: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 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 292: Fuel Requirements
292 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 293: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 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 294: Mmt In Gasoline
294 STARTING AND OPERATING To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline E-85 perform the following: without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, •...
Page 295: Fuel System Cautions
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 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 296: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
296 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 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 297 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 298: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
298 STARTING AND OPERATING Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message WARNING! (Continued) If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel • Never add fuel to the vehicle when the engine is filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a running.
Page 299: Vehicle Certification Label
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 Vehicle Certification Label Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label affixed to The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. the rear of the driver’s door. This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the The label contains the following information: GVWR.
Page 300: Overloading
300 STARTING AND OPERATING Overloading Loading The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store heavier items service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and the down low and be sure you distribute their weight as front and rear GAWR.
Page 301: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 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 303: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....304 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ....318 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 304: Hazard Warning Flasher
304 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the switch bank near the top center of the instrument panel. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action.
Page 305: Tirefit Kit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 305 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 306: Tirefit Storage
306 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 307: Tirefit Usage Precautions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 307 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 308 308 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 309 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 309 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 310: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit
310 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 311 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 311 (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 312 312 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 313 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 313 (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 314 314 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 315: Jump-Starting Procedures
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 315 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution that can started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmis- cause serious burns; do not allow battery fluid to sion cannot be started this way.
Page 316 316 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in 3. Set the parking brake, place the automatic transmis- the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the sion in PARK, and turn the ignition switch to the LOCK engine compartment for jump-starting.
Page 317 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 317 a good contact on the ground. Refer to the following WARNING! illustration for jump-starting connections. • You should not try to start your vehicle by pushing or towing. • Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery.
Page 318: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
318 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES instrument cluster) remains on continuously after starting FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your 8.
Page 319: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 319 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE CAUTION! Without The Ignition Key • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving between Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed 1st and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster than with the ignition in the LOCK position.
Page 320: Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly
320 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not tow the vehicle from the rear. Damage to Exceeding these towing limits may cause transmis- sion failure. the rear sheet metal and fascia will occur. • Do not push or tow this vehicle with another Vehicles equipped with AWD can be towed with the vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans- transmission in NEUTRAL and the rear wheels OFF the...
Page 321: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Compartment — 6.1L ... . 323 ....330 ▫...
Page 322 322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Brake System ▫ Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam ..... . 344 Headlamp, And Park/Turn Lamp — Models ▫...
Page 323: Engine Compartment - 6.1L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 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 324: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
324 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 325: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325 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 326: Replacement Parts
326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced a.
Page 327: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327 your vehicle. Refer to these manuals before attempting MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES any procedure yourself. The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by the engineers who designed your NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control vehicle. systems may void your warranty and could result in civil penalties being assessed against you.
Page 328: Engine Oil
328 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 329 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 329 Change Engine Oil CAUTION! The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for chemicals can damage your engine.
Page 330: Engine Oil Filter
330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Materials Added to Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Do not add any supplemental materials, other than leak The engine oil filter should be replaced at every engine detection dyes, to the engine oil. Engine oil is an engi- oil change.
Page 331: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection WARNING! The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc) can assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air cleaner provide a measure of protection in the case of engine filters are a high quality filter and are recommended.
Page 332 332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The battery is stored under an access cover in WARNING! the trunk. Remote battery terminals are located in the • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can engine compartment for jump-starting. burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 333: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • It is essential when replacing the cables on the should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should battery that the positive cable is attached to the include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance positive post and the negative cable is attached to...
Page 334: A/C Air Filter
334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning tioning system.
Page 335: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 filter. Install the new filter with arrows pointing in the When performing other underhood services, the hood direction of airflow, which is toward the rear of the latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be vehicle (text and arrows on the filter indicate this). cleaned and lubricated.
Page 336: Adding Washer Fluid
336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Page 337: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 Exhaust System WARNING! The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon system. monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust eventually poison you.
Page 338 338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst materials that can burn.
Page 339: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: Cooling System • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition WARNING! when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- motion.
Page 340 340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Coolant Checks If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti- Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where bottle.
Page 341 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 Adding Coolant CAUTION! Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) coolant that allows extended mainte- nance intervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may used up to five years or 102,000 miles (170 000 km) before result in engine damage and may decrease corro- replacement.
Page 342 342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. (antifreeze) solution.
Page 343 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 Disposal of Used Coolant The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing en- with your local authorities to determine the disposal gine coolant (antifreeze).
Page 344: Brake System
344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven.
Page 345 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require- WARNING! ments described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and pads wear.
Page 346: Automatic Transmission
346 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 347 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 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 348: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
348 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 349 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR The most common causes are: Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect • Road salt, dirt, and moisture accumulation. your paint finish. Take care never to scratch the paint. •...
Page 350 350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges • Use MOPAR Touch Up Paint or equivalent on of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear scratches as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer and open.
Page 351 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Interior Care Equipped Use MOPAR Fabric Cleaner or equivalent to clean fabric Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- upholstery and MOPAR Carpet Cleaner or equivalent ner: for carpeting.
Page 352 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi- wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses. tioner is not required to maintain the original condition. Glass Surfaces All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis WARNING!
Page 353: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 1. Clean with a wet soft rag or micro-fiber towel. A mild NOTE: The cupholder cannot be removed. soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol FUSES content or abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp rag.
Page 354 354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description CAUTION! tridge Fuse • When installing the integrated power module Fuse cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- — 15 Amp Washer Motor erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so Blue may allow water to get into the integrated power —...
Page 355 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp — Windshield Wiper 50 Amp — Radiator Fan Pink 30 Amp — Anti-Lock Brake System — — — Pink (ABS) Valves —...
Page 356: Rear Power Distribution Center
356 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 357 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 Cavity Car- Mini- Description CAUTION! tridge Fuse • When installing the power distribution center Fuse cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop- 60 Amp — Ignition Off Draw (IOD) erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so Yellow Cavity 1 of the Rear may allow water to get into the power distribution...
Page 358 358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp — Heated Seats - 13 * — — — Pink if equipped — 10 Amp AC Heater Control/ — 20 Amp Fuel Pump Cluster/Security Yellow...
Page 359 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —...
Page 360 360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini- Description Cavity Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — 10 Amp Cargo Light/Satellite 30 Amp — Front Blower Motor Receiver (SDARS) Pink Video - if equipped/ 30 Amp — Rear Window Defroster Vehicle Information Pink Module - if equipped...
Page 361: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your Interior Bulb Number battery. Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps ... . . W5W Rear Compartment (Trunk) Lamp .
Page 362: Bulb Replacement
362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Exterior Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamp (Standard Halogen) ..9006 Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, Low Beam Headlamp – Park/Turn Lamp, and Front Side Marker Lamp — High Intensity Discharge (HID) ....D1S Models with Halogen Headlamps (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) High Beam Headlamp .
Page 363 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 4. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the head- lamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise. 3 — Park/Turn Lamp Bulb 1 — High Beam Headlamp Bulb 2 —...
Page 364: Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam
364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Low Beam Headlamp, High Beam Headlamp, and Park/Turn Lamp — Models with High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) HID Headlamps The headlamps are a type of high voltage discharge tube. High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the headlamp switch off and the key removed.
Page 365: Backup Lamp, Side Marker Lamp, Tail/Turn Lamp, And Tail/Stop Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 NOTE: On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps, when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to the lights. This diminishes and becomes more white after approximately 10 seconds, as the system charges. Backup Lamp, Side Marker Lamp, Tail/Turn Lamp, and Tail/Stop Lamp 1.
Page 366 366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Push the electrical connector locking tab to the side. 8. Turn the appropriate bulb and socket assembly coun- terclockwise to remove it from the taillamp assembly. 6. Disconnect the electrical connector. 1 — Backup Lamp Bulb 7.
Page 367 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 2 — Side Marker Lamp Bulb 3 — Tail/Turn Lamp Bulb...
Page 368 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 9. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 10. Reinstall the bulb and socket assembly into the taillamp assembly, and then turn it clockwise. 11. Reinstall the taillamp assembly, fasteners, electrical connector, and trunk liner.
Page 369: License Lamp
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 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 370: Fluids And Capacities
370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 371: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil 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.
Page 372: Chassis
372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 373 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emissions Control System Maintenance ..374 Maintenance Schedule ....374 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..376...
Page 374 374 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 375 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 375 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 than oil if it has been six months since your last oil change, your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by...
Page 376 376 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 377 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 377 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 378: Service Schedule
378 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 379 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 379 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 380 380 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 381 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 381 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 382 382 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 383 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 383 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 384 384 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 385 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 385 102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 386 386 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service 114 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 387 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 387 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service 126 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 388 388 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 138 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer...
Page 389 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 389 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or Schedule 150 Months Maintenance ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 390 390 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 391: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle......393 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 392 392 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 399 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......399 ▫...
Page 393: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 393 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 394: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
394 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 395: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 395 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 396: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
396 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle.
Page 397: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 397 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 398 398 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Service Manuals • Owner’s Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the in- These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the formation that students and professional technicians assistance of service and engineering specialists to need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group...
Page 399 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 399 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 400 400 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 401 INDEX...
Page 402 402 INDEX About Your Brakes ....256,257 Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ... 50,54,56 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 403 INDEX 403 Automatic Door Locks ....27,28 Battery ....... 331 Automatic Headlights .
Page 404 404 INDEX Brake/Transmission Interlock ....244 Chart, Tire Sizing ......268 Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .
Page 405 INDEX 405 Computer, Trip/Travel ....179 Corrosion Protection ..... 348 Connector Cruise Control (Speed Control) .
Page 406 406 INDEX Disabled Vehicle Towing ....319 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ..174 Disposal Emergency Deck Lid Release ....36 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .
Page 407 INDEX 407 Fails to Start ......240 Exterior Folding Mirrors ....83 Flooded, Starting .
Page 408 408 INDEX Fluid Level Checks Materials Added ..... . . 294 Automatic Transmission ....346 Methanol .
Page 409 INDEX 409 Tachometer ......164 Delay ......127 General Information .
Page 410 410 INDEX Ignition Key Removal ..... 13 Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....15 Illuminated Entry .
Page 411 INDEX 411 Lights ......75,126 Headlights On Reminder ....128 Airbag .
Page 412 412 INDEX Service ......361,362 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 173 (LATCH) .
Page 413 INDEX 413 Electric Remote ......84 Oil Change Indicator ..... 178 Exterior Folding .
Page 414 414 INDEX Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ... . 4 Distribution Center (Fuses) ....356 Outside Rearview Mirrors ....82 Door Locks .
Page 415 INDEX 415 Radio Remote Controls ....225 Remote Trunk Release ..... 35 Radio, Satellite (uconnect studios) .
Page 416 416 INDEX Satellite Radio (uconnect studios) ... 219 Heated ......123 Schedule, Maintenance .
Page 417 INDEX 417 Setting the Clock ....192,195,204 Starting ......23,239 Settings, Personal .
Page 418 418 INDEX Sun Roof ......147 Tire Safety Information ....267 Sunglasses Storage .
Page 419 INDEX 419 Snow Tires ......283 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink ) . . 141 Spinning .
Page 420 420 INDEX Vanity Mirrors ......84 Water Variance, Compass ..... . . 185 Driving Through .

Dodge Charger SRT8 2010 Owner's 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

Maintaining Your Vehicle

Quick Links

INTRODUCTION

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