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 workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your 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 Remote Open Window Feature — Power Windows ..... . . 33 If Equipped .
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage . . . 46 ▫ Airbag System Components ....55 ▫ Rear Seat Belts ..... . . 46 ▫...
Page 12: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has Automatic Transaxle the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the ignition switch to numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your the ACC position, push the key and cylinder inward, authorized dealer.
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 NOTE: switches, radio, hands–free system (if equipped), and • If you try to remove the key before you place the shift power outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes lever in PARK, the key may become trapped tempo- after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK posi- rarily in the ignition switch lock cylinder.
Page 14: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the CAUTION! door, turn the key rearward, to unlock the door, turn the key forward. For door lock lubrication, refer to “Body An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves.
Page 15: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 NOTE: A key, which has not been programmed, is also CAUTION! considered an invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle. Always remove the Sentry Key from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Page 16: Customer Key Programming
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided 2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). the ignition switch to the ON position for at least three This PIN is required for authorized dealer replacement of seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds.
Page 17: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 • This device must accept any interference that may be The new Sentry Key is programmed. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will also be pro- received, including interference that may cause undes- grammed during this procedure.
Page 18: Rearming The System
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Rearming The System 3. The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to will flash for 16 seconds. This shows that the Vehicle disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the Security Alarm is arming.
Page 19: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Disarm The System of the previously described arming sequences has oc- Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter curred, the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of or insert a valid Sentry Key into the ignition lock whether you are in the vehicle or not.
Page 20: Illuminated Entry System - If Equipped
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The courtesy/reading lights will turn on when you use dimmer control is in the “defeat” position (extreme the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or open downward position).
Page 21: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First Press This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. To change the current setting, proceed as follows: •...
Page 22 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Release both buttons at the same time. Flash Lights With Lock The feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, by the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- pressing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE trans- ter.
Page 23: To Lock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 2. Release both buttons at the same time. equipped with EVIC. For details, refer to “Illuminated Approach,” under “Personal Settings (Customer-Pro- 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle, by grammable Features), under “Electronic Vehicle Informa- pressing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE trans- tion Center (EVIC)”...
Page 24: To Unlatch The Trunk
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the To Unlatch the Trunk following steps: Press the TRUNK button on the RKE transmitter two times to unlatch the trunk. 1. Press the LOCK button on a programmed RKE trans- mitter for at least four seconds, but not longer than Using The Remote Open Window Feature —...
Page 25: Programming Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 headlights and park lights will flash, the horn will pulse NOTE: Perchlorate Material — special handling may on and off, and the Illuminated Entry system (if apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. equipped) will turn on. 1.
Page 26: General Information
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause distance, check for these two conditions. battery deterioration.
Page 27: How To Use Remote Start
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 How to Use Remote Start WARNING! All of the following conditions must be met before the • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or engine will remote start: confined area.
Page 28 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system • If an engine fault is present the vehicle will start and will disable the one-time press of the Remote Start button then shut down 10 seconds later. for two seconds after receiving a valid remote start request.
Page 29: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 DOOR LOCKS WARNING! Manual Door Locks • For personal security and safety in the event of an Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as inside the vehicle.
Page 30: Power Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Power Door Locks A door lock switch is located on the driver and passenger door panel.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Auto Unlock On Exit Auto Unlock On Exit Programming The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be power door locks if: enabled or disabled as follows: •...
Page 32: Child Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Within 30 seconds, depress the power door UNLOCK switch to unlock the doors. 4. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting. NOTE: Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature in accordance with local laws.
Page 33: Power Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, position. Opening either front door will cancel this move the lock plunger up (UNLOCKED position), roll feature. The time for this feature is programmable. down the window, and open the door with the outside Refer to “Key-Off Power Delay,”...
Page 34: Auto Window Down - If Equipped
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE There is a single window control on the passenger’s door Auto Window Down — If Equipped trim panel, which operates the passenger door window. The front window controls on the driver and passenger The window controls will operate when the ignition door trim panels have an Auto-Down feature.
Page 35: Auto Window Up - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 • Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger Auto Window Up — If Equipped Lift the window switch to the second detent, release, and the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto- the window will go up automatically.
Page 36: Window Lockout Switch
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Window Lockout Switch Using the Remote Open Windows Feature with The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows Key Fob – If Equipped you to disable the window control on the other doors. To To lower the front windows using the RKE transmitter disable the window controls on the other doors, press the perform the following procedure:...
Page 37: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Wind Buffeting TRUNK RELEASE Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of From inside the vehicle the trunk pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the lid can be released by pressing the ears.
Page 38: Trunk Safety Warning
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE With the ignition switch in the LOCK position or with the Trunk Internal Emergency Release key out, the word “deck” will display until the trunk is As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency closed.
Page 39: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 • An energy-absorbing steering column and steering OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Some of the most important safety features in your wheel vehicle are the restraint systems. The following safety • Knee bolsters/blockers for front seat occupants features are standard on all vehicles: •...
Page 40: Lap/Shoulder Belts
40 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 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and your injuries in a collision much worse. You might using a seat belt properly.
Page 42 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch seat, next to your arm. Grasp the latch plate and pull out plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 WARNING! • A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger- ous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries.
Page 44 44 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 on the shoulder belt.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to shoulder belt.
Page 46: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage As a guide, if you are shorter than average, you will In the front seat, the shoulder belt can be adjusted prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average, upward or downward to position the belt away from you will prefer a higher position.
Page 47: Seat Belt Pretensioners - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child safety Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow seat is installed in a passenger seating position. Children it to retract completely to disengage the Automatic 12 years old and younger should always ride buckled up Locking Mode and activate the Vehicle Sensitive (Emer-...
Page 48: Supplemental Rear Impact Active Head Restraints (Ahr)
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat How the Active Head Restraints (AHR) work belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines worn snugly and positioned properly.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 CAUTION! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident.
Page 50 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. Hand Positioning Points On AHR Down And Rearward Reset Movement 2.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Down Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism AHR In Reset Position 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock NOTE: • If you have difficulties or problems resetting the head into the back decorative plastic half.
Page 52: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System BeltAlert Programming (BeltAlert ) BeltAlert can be enabled or disabled by your authorized If the driver’s seat belt has not been buckled within dealer or by following these steps: 60 seconds of starting the vehicle and if the vehicle speed NOTE: The following steps must occur within the first is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), the BeltAlert will alert...
Page 53: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 NOTE: Watch for the Seat Belt Reminder Light to turn Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt on while unbuckling and off while re-buckling the seat across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. belt.
Page 54: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbags
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions.
Page 55: Airbag System Components
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 • Driver Front Airbag The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of • Front Passenger Airbag inflation that are based on the severity and type of •...
Page 56: Advanced Front Airbag Features
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Airbag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Airbag system has multistage driver • Do not put anything on or around the airbag and front passenger airbags. This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as covers or attempt to open them manually.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Supplemental Seat Side Airbags — If Equipped Supplemental seat side airbags provide enhanced protec- tion and work together with supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to help protect an occupant during a side impact. The supplemental seat side airbag is marked with an airbag label sewn into the outboard side of the seat.
Page 58 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) — If Equipped SABIC airbags offer side-impact and vehicle rollover protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure. Each airbag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side-impact head injuries.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 The system includes sensors adjacent to both front and Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front rear seat occupants that are calibrated to deploy the Airbags work with the knee bolsters to provide improved SABIC airbags during impacts that require airbag occu- protection for the driver and front passenger.
Page 60 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE You should read the instructions provided with your WARNING! child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. Infants in rear facing child restraints should NEVER 2. All occupants should ALWAYS wear their lap and ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger shoulder belts properly.
Page 61: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls WARNING! Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work required for this vehicle.
Page 62 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Airbags will not deploy in all frontal The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of collisions, including some that may produce substantial the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START vehicle damage —...
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- the Advanced Front Airbags. Different airbag inflation ment cluster Airbag Warning Light if a malfunction is rates are possible, based on the collision type and sever- noted.
Page 64 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC determines if a side collision requires the side Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain airbags to inflate based on the severity and type of (SABIC) Inflator Units — If Equipped collision. During collisions where the impact is confined to a particular area of the side of the vehicle, the ORC may The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Because airbag sensors estimate deceleration over time, Enhanced Accident Response System to perform the vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of following functions: whether or not an airbag should have deployed. •...
Page 66 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you do have a collision, which deploys the airbags, any throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation or all of the following may occur: continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in- •...
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 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 68: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
68 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 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 2. Under certain circumstances, EDR data may not be accessing the electronic data stored, unless ordered to recorded (e.g., loss of battery power). download data by a court with legal jurisdiction (i.e., pursuant to a warrant).
Page 70: Child Restraints
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Requested by police under a legal warrant. United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the 4. Otherwise required by law. law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. Data parameters that are recorded: Children 12 years and younger should ride properly •...
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 • The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in the There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large vehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh up enough for an adult safety belt.
Page 72 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Older Children and Child Restraints WARNING! Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who are • Improper installation can lead to failure of an older than one year can ride forward-facing in the vehicle.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 • Carefully follow the instructions that come with the Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraints: restraint. If you install the restraint improperly, it may not work when you need it. •...
Page 74 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure, Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- try a different seating position.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 LATCH-compatible, you can only install the child re- straints using the vehicle’s seat belts. Please refer to “Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint Sys- tem” for typical installation instructions. Rear Seat LATCH Anchors Child restraints systems having attachments designed to connect to the lower anchorages are now available.
Page 76 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE have tether straps, and you are urged to take advantage Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint of all of the available attachments provided with your System child restraint in any vehicle. We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 window. These tether strap anchorages are under a most direct path between the anchor and the child plastic cover with this symbol on it. restraint. Finally, tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat, Many, but not all restraint systems will be equipped with removing slack in the straps according to the child...
Page 78 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child. Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and should not be played with, and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 between the two posts. If not possible, lower the head Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard Belt side of the head restraint. The passenger seat belts are equipped with Automatic Locking Retractors (ALRs), which are designed to keep 3.
Page 80 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the Children Too Large for Booster Seats lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend on the restraint.
Page 81: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Transporting Pets While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri- injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in mental and should be avoided.
Page 82: Safety Tips
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Transporting Passengers WARNING! NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. WARNING! Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you.
Page 83: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the make sure that all windows are closed and the climate Vehicle control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT Seat Belts use the recirculation mode.
Page 84: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Defroster Lights Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights the blower control on high speed. You should be able to while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high feel the air directed against the windshield.
Page 85: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......89 Seats ....... 93 ▫...
Page 86 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat ... 101 ▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ....109 ▫...
Page 87 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..116 Power Sunroof — If Equipped ... . 126 ▫ To Activate ......117 ▫...
Page 88 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Rear Bottle Holders ....133 Console Features ..... . 135 ▫...
Page 89: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 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 90: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped CAUTION! This mirror will automatically adjust for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. Push in the button on the face To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never of the mirror to activate the dimming feature.
Page 91: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 Power Mirrors After selecting a mirror, move the knob in the same Both of the outside mirrors can be adjusted by using the direction you want the mirror to move. When finished, controls mounted on the driver’s door panel. return the knob to the center O (OFF) position to guard against accidentally moving a mirror position.
Page 92: Adjusting Side View Mirrors
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting Side View Mirrors Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use Outside Mirror — Driver Side the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of mirror cover upward.
Page 93: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 uconnect™ phone — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! Refer to “uconnect™ phone” in the uconnect™ User • DO NOT allow people to ride in any area of your Manual located on the DVD for further details. vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
Page 94: Manual Front Seat Adjustments
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Front Seat Adjustments WARNING! The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat to the Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is desired position.
Page 95: Driver Seat Manual Height Adjuster - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Driver Seat Manual Height Adjuster — Reclining Bucket Seats If Equipped The recliner control is on the side of the seat. To recline, A lever style height adjustment feature enhances comfort lean forward slightly before lifting the lever, then lean for petite as well as tall drivers.
Page 96: Lumbar Support - If Equipped
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lumbar Support — If Equipped WARNING! This feature allows you to increase or decrease the • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is amount of lumbar support. The control lever is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seatback.
Page 97: Adjusting Active Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Adjusting Active Head Restraints To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head Active Head Restraints can reduce the risk of injury in restraint (on some models, you may need to press the the event of a rear impact.
Page 98 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and backward. To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head, pull outward on the bottom of the head restraint. Push rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head restraint away from your head.
Page 99: Power Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- Power Seats — If Equipped straint, refer to “Resetting Active Head Restraints The power seat switches are on the outboard side of the (AHR)”...
Page 100: Heated Seats - If Equipped
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats — If Equipped WARNING! This feature heats the front driver and passenger seats. The controls for the heated seats are located on the center Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is console just below the climate controls.
Page 101: Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat WARNING! The recline handle on the front passenger seat also • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin releases the seatback to fold forward. because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, ex- haustion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater.
Page 102: Folding Rear Seat
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The hard seatback features a work surface and a molded When returning the rear seat back to the upright position, rim for retaining items stored on the seatback panel. be sure the seatback is latched. Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat Folding Rear Seats Folding Rear Seat...
Page 103: Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest WARNING! The rear seat is equipped with a folding armrest with cupholders. The rear cargo area of the vehicle (with the rear seatbacks in the locked-up or folded down position) should not be used as a play area by children.
Page 104: To Open And Close The Hood
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Lift the secondary latch located under the front edge To open the hood, two latches must be released. of the hood, near the center and raise the hood. 1.
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage. WARNING! If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
Page 106: Lights
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Headlights and Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent Multifunction Lever for parking light operation. Turn to the second detent for The multifunction lever controls the operation of the headlight operation.
Page 107: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped With the engine running and the multifunction lever in Turning the end of the multifunction lever to the third the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on and turn detent (AUTO), will activate the automatic headlight off based on the surrounding light levels.
Page 108: Turn Signals
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signals NOTE: If either light remains on and does not flash, or Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show light bulb.
Page 109: Flash-To-Pass
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will turn on the high beam headlights until the lever is released. NOTE: If the multifunction lever is held in the flash-to- pass position for more than 15 seconds, the high beams will shut off.
Page 110: Lights On Reminder
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE whenever the ignition is ON, the engine is running, the Rotate the center portion upward to the next detent headlight switch is off, the parking brake is released and position to brighten the odometer and radio when the the shift lever is in any position except PARK.
Page 111: Map/Reading/Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Map/Reading/Interior Lights These lights are mounted between the sun visors above the rearview mirror. Each light can be turned on by pressing the barrel. Press the barrel a second time to turn the light off. Both of these lights can swivel so that the light can be aimed at a specific spot, if desired.
Page 112: Windshield Wipers And Washers
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE is open. To restore interior light operation, either turn the Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent past the ignition switch ON or cycle the light switch. intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation, or to the second detent past the intermittent settings for high- WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS speed wiper operation.
Page 113: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 are operating. The wipers will resume operation when then turn the end of the lever to select the desired delay you turn the ignition switch to the ON position again. interval. There are five delay settings, which allow you to regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle CAUTION! every second to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds...
Page 114: Mist Feature
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mist Feature Headlights With Wipers Feature Push down on the wiper control lever to activate a single (Available With Automatic Headlights Only) wipe to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on a passing vehicle.
Page 115: Windshield Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Windshield Washers TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN To use the washer, pull the windshield wiper/washer This feature allows you to tilt the steering column control lever toward you and hold it for as long as upward or downward.
Page 116: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED outward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph shorten the steering column, pull the steering wheel (40 km/h).
Page 117: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 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 on when not in simultaneously.
Page 118: To Deactivate
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate RESUME ACCEL position, the set speed will continue to A soft tap on the brake pedal, or pulling the Electronic increase in 5 mph (10 km/h) increments until the lever is Speed Control lever toward you (CANCEL), or normal released.
Page 119: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills WARNING! NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- moderate hills is normal.
Page 120 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The HomeLink buttons that are located in the headliner WARNING! or sun visor designate the three different HomeLink • Your motorized door or gate will open and close channels. while you are training the universal transceiver. Do not train the transceiver if people, pets or other objects are in the path of the door or gate.
Page 121: Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Programming HomeLink Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while Before You Begin keeping the indicator light in view. If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, erase all channels before you begin training.
Page 122 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After training a HomeLink channel, if the garage door This can usually be found where the hanging antenna does not operate with HomeLink and the garage door wire is attached to the garage door opener motor. It is opener was manufactured after 1995, the garage door NOT the button normally used to open and close the opener may have a rolling code.
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 6. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAINING Using HomeLink button. The name and color of the button may vary by To operate, press and release the programmed HomeLink manufacturer. button. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e., garage door opener, gate operator, security system, NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.,).
Page 124: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Gate Operator/Canadian Programming successfully accepted the frequency signal. The indica- Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig- tor light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans- trained.
Page 125: Troubleshooting Tips
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Troubleshooting Tips General Information If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry are some of the most common solutions: Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: •...
Page 126: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The sunroof controls are mounted between the dome/ • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in reading lights. the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
Page 127: Sunroof Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Sunroof Operation Venting Sunroof — Express Press and release the “Vent” button, the sunroof will Opening Sunroof Manually open to the vent position. This is called “Express Vent”. Press the switch rearward and hold, and the sunroof will open automatically from any position.
Page 128: Wind Buffeting
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is Ignition Off Operation open. For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switch Wind Buffeting will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of is turned OFF.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 The instrument panel power outlet, located below the The center console power outlet is powered directly from climate control knobs, has power available only when the the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged ignition is ON.
Page 130 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: CAUTION! • To ensure proper operation, a MOPAR knob and • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw element must be used. power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in •...
Page 131: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — CAUTION! IF EQUIPPED An optional ash receiver is available from your autho- For vehicles equipped with the heated and cooled rized dealer and will fit in the center console front cupholder, locate the cup holder ash receiver in the cupholder.
Page 132 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the unit is on and the LED is Red, the cupholder is WARNING! being heated. When the LED is Blue, the cupholder is being cooled. When using the cupholder in the “Heat” position, avoid contact with the heated portion of the cup- holder in order to reduce the possibility of burns.
Page 133: Rear Bottle Holders
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Rear Bottle Holders WARNING! There are built-in bottle holders located in both rear door trim panels. If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burn- ing the occupants.
Page 134: Storage
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Cargo Area The 60/40 split-folding rear seat provides cargo-carrying Driver’s Side Sunglass Holder — If Equipped versatility. The seatbacks fold down easily by pulling An integrated sunglass holder is located in the headliner nylon tabs between the seatbacks and the bolsters.
Page 135: Console Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put heavier WARNING! (Continued) objects as low and as far forward as possible. • The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle (with the Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear axle.
Page 136: Dual Storage Bins
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE accommodate large size cups and 20 oz. (.5 L) bottles. An optional removable ashtray may be located in the one cupholder. Storage Console Detail 1 — Release Top Compartment Console Features 2 — Release Bottom Compartment Dual Storage Bins 3 —...
Page 137: Video Console - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 The lower bin can be accessed directly, without first Video Console — If Equipped exposing the upper bin, by operating the right latch with The optional Video Entertainment System (VES)™ in- the armrest down. cludes the following components: •...
Page 138: Rear Window Features
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Refer to, “Video Entertainment System — If Equipped,” CAUTION! in Section 4 of this manual, for further information. Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to REAR WINDOW FEATURES the heating elements: •...
Page 139: Chill Zone Beverage Cooler Storage Compartment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 CHILL ZONE BEVERAGE COOLER STORAGE The Chill Zone compartment will hold up to four, COMPARTMENT standing, 12 oz (.3 L), beverage cans. The Chill Zone The Chill Zone Beverage Cooler Storage Compartment compartment is also equipped with a soft molded liner is located in the top of the instrument panel on the that is removable for easy cleaning.
Page 140 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Shut off the Chill Zone when not in use, by closing the vent inside. This will prevent cool air from entering the passenger compartment when in heat mode. NOTE: The use of the Chill Zone storage compartment is for nonperishable beverages only.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Compass Display ....165 Instrument Panel Features ....144 ▫...
Page 142 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ List Button ▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play) ..183 And MP3 Audio Play ....192 ▫...
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 uconnect™ studios Remote Sound System Controls — (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped If Equipped ......216 (REN/REQ/RER/RES Radios Only) .
Page 144: Instrument Panel Features
144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 5 — Beverage Can Cooler Bin 9 — Power Outlet 2 — Side Window Demister Outlet 6 — Glove Compartment 10 — Climate Controls 3 — Instrument Cluster 7 —...
Page 145: Instrument Cluster - Base
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE...
Page 146: Instrument Cluster - Premium
146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
Page 147: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and 1. Temperature Gauge the Fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat ture.
Page 148 148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Low Fuel Light If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting When the fuel level drops to approximately 2.0 gal- Procedures” in section 6 of this manual. lons (7.6 Liters), the fuel symbol will light and a 7.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 9. Oil Pressure Warning Light 11. Brake Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The This light monitors various brake functions, light will come on and remain on when the including brake fluid level and parking brake ignition switch is turned from the OFF to the ON application.
Page 150 150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is sary. detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer. WARNING! The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 NOTE: You must apply the brakes before shifting from The two trip odometers show individual trip mileage. To PARK. switch from odometer to trip odometers, press and release the Trip Odometer button. To reset a trip odom- 14.
Page 152 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If the instrument cluster is equipped with the NOTE: When this message is displayed, bring the optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), vehicle to a stop and idle the engine in park until the then all warnings including ”Low Tire,”...
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 CHAngE OIL 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly 3 times Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change within 10 seconds. indicator system. The “CHAngE OIL” message will flash 3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. in the instrument cluster odometer for approximately 12 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you...
Page 154 154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 16. Odometer/Trip Odometer Reset Button To reset the trip odometer, first display the trip mileage that you want to reset, “Trip A” or “Trip B.” Then push Single Trip Odometer and hold the button (approximately 2 seconds) until the Press and release this button to change the display from display resets to 0 miles (km).
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 The light will come on when the ignition switch is first 21. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped turned on and remain on approximately 15 seconds as a This light will flash rapidly for approximately bulb check.
Page 156 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle • The “ESC Indicator Light” come on momentarily each has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the time the ignition switch is turned ON. vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those •...
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Page 158 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 25. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) CAUTION! The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause monitors emissions, engine, and automatic trans- damage to the engine control system.
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 26. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light — If Equipped should come on. If the light does not come on, have the This light monitors the ABS. This light will system inspected by an authorized dealer. come on when the ignition key is turned to the 27.
Page 160: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER WARNING! (EVIC) – IF EQUIPPED The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- In some circumstances a Transmission Temperature tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the Indicator, under continued operation, could cause the instrument cluster.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 The EVIC consists of the following: The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons on the instrument panel • System status switch bank located below the climate controls: • Vehicle information warning message displays Press and release the MENU button to •...
Page 162: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) Press and release the RESET button to accept a selection. The RESET button also • RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) Battery Low (with a resets various Trip Functions. single chime) RESET Button •...
Page 163: Oil Change Required
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 Oil Change Required 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change within 10 seconds. indicator system. The Oil Change Required message will 3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. flash in the EVIC display for approximately five seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you...
Page 164 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Distance To Empty (DTE) Press and release the STEP button to advance the display through the Trip Functions. Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous tion:...
Page 165: Compass Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 • Elapsed Time Compass Display Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset. The compass heading indicates the direction Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is the vehicle is facing. Press and release the in the ON or START position.
Page 166 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Compass Calibration Compass Variance If the compass appears erratic or inaccurate, and the Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic variance has been properly set, you may wish to manu- North and Geographic North. To compensate for the ally recalibrate the compass.
Page 167: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 3. Press and release the STEP button until “Compass Variance” and the current Variance Value displays in the EVIC. 4. Press and release the RESET button to increment the Variance Value by one, (one button press per update), until the proper variance zone is selected according to the map.
Page 168 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and release the MENU button until “Personal Remote Key Unlock Settings” displays in the EVIC. When “Driver Door 1st Press” is selected, only the driver’s door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Press and release the STEP button to display the follow- Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button.
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 Flash Lights with Lock headlights will also turn off when the wipers are turned When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will off if they were turned on by this feature. To make your flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the selection, press and hold the RESET button until ON or RKE transmitter.
Page 170: Sales Code Req - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And 6-Disc Cd/Dvd Changer (Mp3/Wma Aux Jack)
170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Illumination Approach SALES CODE REQ — AM/FM STEREO RADIO When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) unlocked with the RKE transmitter.
Page 171: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 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 172 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side TUNE/ available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With SCROLL control knob. uconnect” message will display on the radio screen. 3.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 RW/FF Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the direction of the arrows.
Page 174 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MUSIC TYPE Button Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type Information Inform mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button Jazz Jazz or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five News News seconds will allow the program format type to be se-...
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 • DVD Enter - When the disc is in DVD Menu mode, Program Type 16-Digit Character Display selecting DVD Enter will allow you to play the current Top 40 Top 40 highlighted selection. Use the remote control to scroll Weather Weather up and down the menu (if equipped).
Page 176 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Angle – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will change • Set Home Clock - Pressing the SELECT button allows the viewing angle if supported by the DVD disc (if you to set the clock. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control equipped).
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 Audio Language — If Equipped Audio DRC — If Equipped Selecting this item allows you to choose a default audio Selecting this item allows you to limit maximum audio language (effective only if the language is supported by dynamic range.
Page 178 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The user will have to set these defaults before You may add a second station to each pushbutton by loading a disc. If changes are made to these settings after repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press a disc is loaded, changes will not be effective.
Page 179: Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd-Video)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO) position to operate the radio. The radio DVD player and many DVD discs are coded by LOAD Button —...
Page 180 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Eject Button — Ejecting Compact Disc(s) SCAN Button (CD MODE) Press the EJECT button and the pushbutton Press the SCAN button to scan through each track on the with the corresponding number (1-6) where the CD currently playing.
Page 181: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files The radio uses the following limits for file systems: The radio can play MP3/WMA files; however, acceptable • Maximum number of directory levels: 8 MP3/WMA file recording media and formats are limited. •...
Page 182 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If a disc contains multi-formats, such as CD audio and MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) MP3/WMA tracks, the radio will only play the MP3/ Specification quency (kHz) WMA tracks on that disc. 320, 256, 224, 192, MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 160, 128, 112, 96,...
Page 183: List Button (Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 Playback of MP3/WMA Files LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) When a medium containing MP3/WMA data is loaded, Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium on the disc.
Page 184 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) to return to elapsed time display. No function. Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack which No function.
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System (VR) (If Equipped) System (VES)™ (If Equipped) For the radio, Refer to “Voice Recognition System (VR)” Refer to “Video Entertainment System (VES)™” in the in the uconnect™...
Page 186: Sales Code (Rer/Ren) - Am/Fm/Cd/Dvd Radio - If Equipped
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DTS™ Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition DTS™ and DTS™ 2.0 are trademarks of Digital The- System (VR) — If Equipped ater Systems, Inc. Refer to “Voice Recognition System (VR)” in the uconnect™ User Manual located on the DVD for further SALES CODE (RER/REN) —...
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 To Manually Set the Clock — RER/REN Changing Daylight Savings Time When selected, this feature will display the time of day in 1. Turn on the radio. daylight savings time. Proceed as follows to change the 2.
Page 188: Sales Code Res - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack)
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The 5. Touch the screen where the word “Save” is displayed. clock setting menu will appear on the screen. SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIO 3.
Page 189: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode SEEK Buttons Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch position to operate the radio.
Page 190 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL knob to save time change. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid-range tones.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the exit setting tone, balance, and fade. display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM.
Page 192: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio MP3 Audio Play ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and •...
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes. TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within...
Page 194: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- following table are supported.
Page 196: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s...
Page 197: Sales Code Res/Rsc - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack) And Sirius Radio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 SALES CODE RES/RSC — AM/FM STEREO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC SIRIUS RADIO position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of the radio faceplate.
Page 198 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio Phone Button uconnect™ phone — If Equipped will remain tuned to the new station until you make Press this button to operate the uconnect™ phone feature another selection.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ INFO Button SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call will begin to blink. letters displayed).
Page 200 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second MUSIC TYPE Button time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mode for five seconds.
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Information Inform Top 40 Top 40 Jazz Jazz Weather Weather News News By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon Nostalgia Nostalga is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Oldies Oldies station with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 202 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL hours, press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set You may add a second station to each pushbutton by the minutes. The minutes will begin to blink. Adjust repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the control knob.
Page 203: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio MP3 Audio Play ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and •...
Page 204 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes. TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within...
Page 205: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
Page 206 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- following table are supported.
Page 207: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended supported. to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Playback of MP3 Files before writing to the disc.
Page 208 208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the INFO button once more to return to elapsed is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up. If the time priority mode. AUX audio sounds distorted, turn the device’s volume down. Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or more and the radio will display song titles for each file.
Page 209: Uconnect™ Studios (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped (Ren/Req/Rer/Res Radios Only)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 uconnect™ studios (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF information, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or EQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES RADIOS ONLY) visit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com, or at www- Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast- .siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents. ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification coast.
Page 210: Selecting Uconnect™ Studios (Satellite) Mode
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly the radio to exit this screen.
Page 211: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Studios (Satellite) Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 Operating Instructions - uconnect™ studios INFO Button (Satellite) Mode Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC able).
Page 212 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MUSIC TYPE Button SETUP Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button following items: or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five •...
Page 213: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by Buttons 1 - 6 repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations).
Page 214: Video Entertainment System (Ves)™ - If Equipped
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ — IF EQUIPPED The optional Video Entertainment System (VES)™ in- cludes the following components for rear seat entertain- ment: • A diagonal 7 in (17.8 cm) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen integrated into the center console armrest. The screen features brightness control for optimum day- time and nighttime viewing.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 • A battery-powered infrared remote control snaps into a molded compartment in the center console armrest upper storage bin. VES™ Video Screen NOTE: Close the armrest after the LCD screen has been raised to its viewing position. VES™...
Page 216: Remote Sound System Controls - If Equipped
216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio/Video RCA Jacks (AUX Jacks) are rocker-type switches with a pushbutton in the center on the rear of the center console enable of each switch. Reach behind the steering wheel to access the monitor to display video directly the switches.
Page 217: Right-Hand Switch Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Right-Hand Switch Functions Left-Hand Switch Functions for Media (i.e., CD) Operation • Press the top of the switch to increase the volume. • Press the top of the switch once to listen to the next •...
Page 218: Cd/Dvd Maintenance
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD/DVD MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective precautions: coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding.
Page 219: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Manual Heating and Air Conditioning Blower Control Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ven- tilation system in any mode. The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the “O” (OFF) position.
Page 220 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Temperature Control Mode Control (Air Direction) Rotate this control to regulate the tem- Rotate this control to choose from sev- perature of the air inside the passenger eral patterns of air distribution. You compartment. Rotating the dial left can select either a primary mode as into the blue area of the scale indicates identified by the symbols on the con-...
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 NOTE: For all settings except full cold or full hot, there Defrost is a difference in temperature between the upper and Air is directed through the windshield and side lower outlets. The warmer air flows to the floor outlets. window demist outlets.
Page 222 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK NOTE: • Continuous use of the recirculation mode may make position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Air Conditioning Control Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
Page 223: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 • ECONOMY MODE Automatic Operation If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- OFF the indicator light and the A/C compressor. Then, cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at move the temperature control to the desired temperature.
Page 224 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Dial in the temperature you would NOTE: • The temperature setting can be adjusted at anytime like the system to maintain by rotating the Temperature Control knob. Once without affecting automatic operation. the comfort level is selected, the sys- •...
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 • While operating in AUTO, the system will not auto- Manual Operation matically sense the presence of fog, mist or ice on the This system offers a full complement of manual override windshield. The defrost mode must be manually se- features, which consist of Blower Preferred Automatic, lected to clear the windshield and side glass.
Page 226 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 • Floor The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets.
Page 228 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Air Conditioner Control NOTE: • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK Press this button to turn on the air conditioning during manual operation position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. only. When the air conditioning is •...
Page 229: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 • Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you Summer Operation can temporarily put the system into Recirculation The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles Mode by pressing the Recirculation button. However, must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant under certain conditions, while in Automatic Mode, to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect the system is blowing air out the defrost vents.
Page 230 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The Mix windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 233: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....237 Automatic Transaxle ....241 ▫...
Page 234 234 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ General Information ....248 ▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ... 259 ▫...
Page 235 STARTING AND OPERATING 235 ▫ Tire Spinning ..... . . 279 ▫ 3.5L Engine ......293 ▫...
Page 236 236 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel ▫ Overloading ......305 Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles ..300 ▫...
Page 237: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 237 STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic Transaxle Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL 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 to any driving gear.
Page 238: Extreme Cold Weather (Below 20°F Or 29°C)
238 STARTING AND OPERATING For vehicles equipped with Tip Start (Six-Speed Trans- If Engine Fails To Start axle), turn the ignition switch to the START position and WARNING! release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into will continue to run, and it will disengage automatically when the engine is running.
Page 239 STARTING AND OPERATING 239 Without Tip Start If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15- If the engine fails to start after you have followed the second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- held to the floor, repeat the “Normal Starting”...
Page 240: After Starting
240 STARTING AND OPERATING The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on CAUTION! the passenger side of the vehicle near the right head lamp assembly. It is located between the front grille and the To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 sec- radiator, but underneath the black upper seal.
Page 241: Automatic Transaxle
STARTING AND OPERATING 241 AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE CAUTION! Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following precautions are not observed: • Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed.
Page 242: Key Ignition Park Interlock
242 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is idle speed.
Page 243: Brake/Transaxle Interlock System
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 • Insert the ignition key and rotate it to the ON position can only be removed from the ignition when the ignition is in the LOCK position and once removed the shift lever • Remove the cup holder liner is locked in PARK.
Page 244: Four-Speed/Six-Speed Automatic Transaxle - If Equipped
244 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever in the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety PARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. feature is inoperable.
Page 245 STARTING AND OPERATING 245 CAUTION! WARNING! DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the or NEUTRAL positions into another gear range as ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe this can damage the drivetrain.
Page 246 246 STARTING AND OPERATING gear in AutoStick will improve the performance and DRIVE 3— Four-Speed Transaxle extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting This range eliminates shifts into fourth gear. The trans- and heat build-up. axle will operate normally in first and second gear. Shifts into third may be delayed to provide second gear opera- DRIVE—...
Page 247 STARTING AND OPERATING 247 In the event that the problem has been momentary, the CAUTION! transaxle can be reset to regain all forward gears. If the transaxle operating temperature exceeds ac- 1. Stop the vehicle. ceptable limits, the vehicle computer will override 2.
Page 248: Autostick - If Equipped
248 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOSTICK — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: In Autostick mode, the transaxle will only shift AutoStick is a driver-interactive transaxle that offers six up or down when the driver moves the shift lever to the manual ratio changes to provide you with more control. right (+) or left (-).
Page 249: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 249 • Avoid using speed control when Autostick is en- DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES gaged. Acceleration • The transaxle will automatically shift up when maxi- Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- mum engine speed is reached while Autostick pery surfaces may cause the front wheels to pull errati- engaged.
Page 250: Traction
250 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction DRIVING THROUGH WATER When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Driving through water more than a few inches/centime- wedge of water to build up between the tire and road ters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and surface.
Page 251: Shallow Standing Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 251 Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! (Continued) Although your vehicle is capable of driving through • Driving through standing water may cause dam- shallow standing water, consider the following Caution age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- and Warning before doing so. ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission/transaxle, axle, etc.) for signs of con- CAUTION!
Page 252: Power Steering
252 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 253: Power Steering Fluid Check
STARTING AND OPERATING 253 • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- Power Steering Fluid Check ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering service interval is not required.
Page 254: Parking Brake
254 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parking brake. Always apply parking brake fully parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.
Page 255 STARTING AND OPERATING 255 brake, grasp the handle and pull it slightly while pressing NOTE: • The parking brake will not release unless the handle is the button on the end of the handle. When the button drops into the handle (releasing the lock), guide the pulled upward slightly past its applied position.
Page 256: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
256 STARTING AND OPERATING ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CAUTION! The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased vehicle stability and brake performance under most If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the braking conditions. The system operates with a separate parking brake released, a brake system malfunction computer to modulate the hydraulic pressure to prevent is indicated.
Page 257 STARTING AND OPERATING 257 The “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” moni- WARNING! (Continued) tors the Anti-Lock Brake System. The light will • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- come on when the ignition switch is turned to ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the ON position and may stay on for as long as braking or steering efficiency beyond that af- four seconds.
Page 258 258 STARTING AND OPERATING If both the “Brake Warning Light” and the “Anti-Lock You also may experience the following when the brake Brake Warning Light” remain on, the Anti-Lock Brake system goes into anti-lock: (ABS) and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) •...
Page 259: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 259 together to enhance vehicle stability and control in vari- WARNING! ous driving conditions and are commonly referred to as ESC. The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible to Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) interference caused by improperly installed or high This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control output radio transmitting equipment.
Page 260: Brake Assist System (Bas)
260 STARTING AND OPERATING spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the WARNING! brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine • The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. This feature remains active even if TCS and ESC are in ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the “Partial Off”...
Page 261: Hill Start Assist (Hsa) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 261 Hill Start Assist (HSA) — If Equipped HSA Activation Criteria The HSA system is designed to assist the driver in The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to launching a vehicle on an incline. HSA will maintain the activate: level of brake pressure the driver inputs for a short •...
Page 262 262 STARTING AND OPERATING The system will only work if the intended direction of the 2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. vehicle and vehicle gear match. For example, if the 3. Apply the parking brake. intended direction is forward up a hill and the vehicle is in DRIVE and the activation criteria are met, HSA will 4.
Page 263: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 10. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature path does not match the intended path, ESC applies the to it’s previous setting. brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition EVIC Equipped Vehicles •...
Page 264 264 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Malfunction Indicator Light WARNING! The “ESC Malfunction Indicator Light” in the • The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. It vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the should go out with the engine running.
Page 265 STARTING AND OPERATING 265 • The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds Partial ESC Mode when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop This mode is entered by momentarily pressing the “ESC when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver Off”...
Page 266: Tire Safety Information
266 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! Tire Markings In the Partial ESC mode, the engine torque reduction and stability features are desensitized. Therefore, the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESC is unavail- able. NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off”...
Page 267 STARTING AND OPERATING 267 • LT (Light Truck) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- letters “LT”...
Page 268 268 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 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 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of of your vehicle with varying seating configurations...
Page 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 Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the winter.
Page 278: Radial-Ply Tires
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: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a WARNING! conventional tire on the compact spare wheel since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare. Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use only. With these tires, do not drive more than 50 mph Do not install more than one compact spare tire/wheel (80 km/h).
Page 280: Tread Wear Indicators
280 STARTING AND OPERATING Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in Section 6 of this manual for additional information. 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.
Page 281: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 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 282: Tire Chains
282 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 283: Snow Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 283 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at used.
Page 284: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
284 STARTING AND OPERATING The suggested rotation method is shown in the following TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) diagram. The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- mended cold placard pressure. The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12 F (7 C).
Page 285 STARTING AND OPERATING 285 The TPM System will warn the driver of a low tire For example, your vehicle may have a recommended cold pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure of warning limit for any reason, including low temperature 30 psi (207 kPa).
Page 286 286 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care • The TPMS has been optimized for the original and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size •...
Page 287: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 287 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will the tire. illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or Base System more of the four active road tires.
Page 288 288 STARTING AND OPERATING will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. The 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn off tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning when the fault condition no longer exists.
Page 289: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 289 Premium System — If Equipped Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or monitor tire pressure levels.
Page 290 290 STARTING AND OPERATING Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible, and inflate all tires with low pressure (those flashing in the EVIC graphic) to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure value. Once the system receives the updated tire pressures, the system will automatically update, the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flash- ing, and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 291 STARTING AND OPERATING 291 SYSTEM message will no longer display, and a pressure 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road value will display in place of the dashes. A system fault tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning can occur due to any of the following: limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, the “TPM Telltale Light”...
Page 292: General Information
292 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, following licenses: the TPMS will update automatically. In addition, the “TPM Telltale Light”...
Page 293: 3.5L Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 3.5L Engine Over 40 automobile manufacturers around the world The 3.5L engine is designed to meet all have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica- emissions regulations and provide satisfac- tions (the World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which tory fuel economy and performance when define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced using high-quality unleaded gasoline hav-...
Page 294: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
294 STARTING AND OPERATING Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can operate on Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- E-85. For more information, see “Flexible Fuel” in this genates such as 10% ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE. Oxygen- section.
Page 295: Mmt In Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 • poor engine performance MMT in Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is • poor cold start and cold drivability blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline • increased risk for fuel system component corrosion blended with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with...
Page 296: Materials Added To Fuel
296 STARTING AND OPERATING Materials Added to Fuel CAUTION! (Continued) All gasoline sold in the United States is required to • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to detergents or other additives is not needed under normal overheat.
Page 297: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 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 298: Flexible Fuel (2.7L Only) - If Equipped
298 STARTING AND OPERATING FLEXIBLE FUEL (2.7L ONLY) — IF EQUIPPED E-85 General Information The information in this section is for Flexible Fuel ve- hicles only. These vehicles can be identified by a unique fuel filler door label that states Ethanol (E-85) or Un- leaded Gasoline Only.
Page 299: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 WARNING! Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury. Never have any smok- ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov- ing the fuel filler tube cap (gas cap) or filling the tank.
Page 300: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
300 STARTING AND OPERATING • you drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for at Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles least 5 miles (8 km) (E-85) and Gasoline Vehicles FFV vehicles operated on E-85 require specially formu- Observing these precautions will avoid possible hard lated engine oils.
Page 301: Cruising Range
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 NOTE: Use of the engine block heater (if equipped) is CAUTION! beneficial for E-85 startability when the ambient tempera- ture is less than 32°F (0°C). Replacing fuel system components with non-ethanol compatible components can damage your vehicle. Cruising Range Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter Maintenance...
Page 302: Adding Fuel
302 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL After removing the gas cap, place the gas cap tether cable over a hook on the inside of the fuel door. This keeps the Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) gas cap suspended away from and protects the vehicle’s The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the left rear surface.
Page 303 STARTING AND OPERATING 303 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is • Damage to the fuel system or emission control in violation of most state and federal fire regula- system could result from using an improper fuel tions and doing so will cause the MIL to turn on.
Page 304: Loose Filler Cap Message
304 STARTING AND OPERATING • Month and year of manufacture Loose Filler Cap Message If the vehicles diagnostic system determines that the fuel • Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) filler cap in loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front “gASCAP”...
Page 305: Gross Axle Weight Rating (Gawr)
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The best way to figure out the total weight of your The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for axles.
Page 306: Trailer Towing
306 STARTING AND OPERATING the specified GVWR, you must redistribute the weight. Common Towing Definitions Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect The following trailer towing related definitions will assist on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way you in understanding the following information: the brakes operate.
Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) Trailer Tongue Weight (TW) The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the and trailer when weighed in combination. hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases it should not be less than or more than 10% of the trailer load.
Page 308: Trailer Hitch Classification
308 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can Standards tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Page 309: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings Engine/Transaxle Max. Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer Tongue Wt. 2.4L/Auto See Note 1,000 lbs (450 kg)
Page 310: Trailer And Tongue Weight
310 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of vehicle and trailer.
Page 311: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the Towing Requirements trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed train components the following guidelines are recom- options, must be considered as part of the total load on mended: your vehicle.
Page 312 312 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a and that it will not shift during travel. When grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic the tow vehicle.
Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 Towing Requirements — Tires tires and for proper tire replacement procedures. Re- placing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact not increase the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limits. spare tire.
Page 314: Towing Tips
314 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (450 kg) distance. When towing, you should allow for ad- loaded, it should have its own brakes with adequate ditional space between your vehicle and the ve- braking capacity.
Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 315 Automatic Transaxle NOTE: Check the four-speed automatic transaxle fluid The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How- level before towing. The AutoStick six-speed transmis- ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, third sion is sealed and the fluid level cannot be checked. See gear for a four-speed automatic and the fifth gear for a your authorized dealership service center for assistance.
Page 316: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
316 STARTING AND OPERATING Cooling System RECREATIONAL TOWING To reduce potential for engine and transaxle overheating, (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) take the following actions: Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle • City Driving (Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground) When stopped for short periods of time, put the transaxle CAUTION! in NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed.
Page 317: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....318 Jump-Starting Procedure ....327 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 318: Hazard Warning Flasher
318 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel, below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 319: Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 319 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 320: Jacking And Tire Changing
320 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The vehicle speed is reduced to a maximum of WARNING! (Continued) 53 mph (85 km/h). You may of course, reduce your • The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing vehicle speed further if needed.
Page 321: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 321 Spare Tire Removal Preparations For Jacking Lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down. 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic.
Page 322: Jacking Instructions
322 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Block both the front and rear of the WARNING! (Continued) wheel diagonally opposite the jacking • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to position. For example, if changing the be raised. right front tire, block the left rear •...
Page 323 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 323 NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack WARNING! (Continued) with two attachment points. When the jack is partially • To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are expanded, the tension between the two attachment securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the points holds the jack handle in place.
Page 324 324 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Locations...
Page 325 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 325 CAUTION! WARNING! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make locations other than those indicated in Step 3. the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it.
Page 326 326 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- edges.
Page 327: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 327 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE WARNING! (Continued) Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it • Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmis- bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical sion cannot be started this way.
Page 328 328 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES The battery is stored between the left front headlight WARNING! assembly and the left front wheel splash shield. Access is through the splash shield. Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal Jump-starting remote battery terminals are located under injury could result.
Page 329 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 329 5. Connect the other cable, first to the negative terminal WARNING! of the booster battery and then to the engine ground (-) • Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Page 330: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
330 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 7. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster WARNING! (Continued) battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start • Personal injury or property damage due to battery the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery. explosion.
Page 331: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 331 NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Electronic WARNING! Stability Control (ESC), turn the system to Partial OFF before attempting to “rock” the vehicle. Refer to “Elec- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- tronic Brake Control”...
Page 332 332 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • The distance to be traveled must not exceed 15 miles CAUTION! (Continued) (25 km). • Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front • The towing speed must not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h). with sling-type towing equipment.
Page 333: Towing Without The Ignition Key
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 333 Towing Without The Ignition Key Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed Flat towing with all four wheels on the ground of with the ignition in the LOCK position. Flatbed towing is vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, is the preferred towing method.
Page 334: Towing Without Power - Override Transaxle Interlock System
334 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Insert the ignition key and rotate it to the ON position. Towing Without Power — Override Transaxle Interlock System • Remove the cupholder liner. Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed •...
Page 335: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... . . 337 Maintenance Procedures ....343 ▫...
Page 336 336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Adding Washer Fluid ....354 Bulb Replacement ..... 379 ▫...
Page 337: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Automatic Transaxle Dipstick 9 — Coolant Pressure Cap 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 —...
Page 338: Engine Compartment - 2.7L
338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.7L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Power Distribution Center 2 — Coolant Pressure Cap 8 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 9 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Automatic Transaxle Dipstick 10 —...
Page 339: Engine Compartment - 3.5L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.5L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Coolant Pressure Cap 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 —...
Page 340: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Onboard • Prolonged driving with the “Malfunction Indica- Diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic tor Light”...
Page 341: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 the gas cap is properly tightened. Press the trip odometer Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II “Reset” button to turn off the message. If the problem system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently persists, the message will appear the next time the serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- vehicle is started.
Page 342: Replacement Parts
342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system to update. A recheck with the above test routine happen: may then indicate that the system is now ready. a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal...
Page 343: Dealer Service
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
Page 344: Engine Oil
344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level CAUTION! (Continued) before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will that protect the performance and durability of give you an incorrect reading.
Page 345 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 Engine Oil Selection CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recom- Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine mends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 346 346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi- CAUTION! fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- ber should not be used. Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine.
Page 347: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 Synthetic Engine Oils station, or governmental agency for advice on how and You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- your area.
Page 348: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters WARNING! varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can cleaner filters are high quality and are recommended.
Page 349 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 350: Air Conditioner Maintenance
350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.
Page 351: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling The A/C Air Filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- the glove box. Perform the following procedure to re- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental place the filter: Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
Page 352: Body Lubrication
352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Disengage the two retaining tabs that secure the filter 7. Install the A/C Air Filter with the arrow on the filter cover to the HVAC housing and remove the cover. pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the cover.
Page 353: Windshield Wiper Blades
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and mild non-abrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent. This wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts will remove accumulations of salt, waxes, or road film concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and and help reduce streaking and smearing.
Page 354: Adding Washer Fluid
354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humid Exhaust System cloth removing any debris that may be affecting its The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into function. the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system.
Page 355 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- WARNING! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Page 356: Cooling System
356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: systems can result in civil penalties being assessed • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition against you. when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in motion.
Page 357 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub- WARNING! (Continued) ber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection • You or others can be badly burned by hot engine at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 358 358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Adding Coolant CAUTION! Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance intervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be used up specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may to 5 Years or 102,000 miles (170 000 km) before replace- result in engine damage and may decrease corro- ment.
Page 359 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 • Mix a minimum solution of 50% HOAT engine coolant Cooling System Pressure Cap (antifreeze) and distilled water. Use higher concentra- The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine tions (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below 34 F coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that the engine coolant ( 37 C) are anticipated.
Page 360 360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE coolant (antifreeze) level is adequate. With the engine WARNING! (Continued) idling and warm to normal operating temperature, the • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one level of the engine coolant (antifreeze) in the bottle specified for your vehicle.
Page 361 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are Points To Remember required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling (kilometers) of operation, you may observe vapor coming system should be pressure tested for leaks.
Page 362: Brake System
362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter Master Cylinder - Brake Fluid Level Check operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install Check the fluid level in the master cylinder immediately ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may if the brake system warning light indicates system fail- result in unsatisfactory cooling performance, poor gas ure.
Page 363 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re- WARNING! (Continued) fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or section for the correct fluid type. moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 364: Automatic Transaxle
364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check — Vehicles with 2.4L and 2.7L WARNING! (Continued) Engines • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- Use the following procedure to check the automatic nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could transaxle fluid level properly: be damaged, causing partial or complete brake 1.
Page 365 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 6. Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hot CAUTION! or cold. Hot fluid is approximately 180°F (82° C), which • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- is the normal operating temperature after the vehicle is driven at least 15 miles (24 km).
Page 366: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Transmission Fluid and Filter Changes CAUTION! Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the proper maintenance intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- In addition, change the fluid and filter if the transaxle is nents.
Page 367 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 The following maintenance recommendations will enable Washing you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- resistance built into your vehicle. hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or equiva- What Causes Corrosion? lent, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of...
Page 368 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or CAUTION! similar cause which destroys the paint and protective coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos- Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such sible.
Page 369 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a nonabrasive, wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses. non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure —...
Page 370 370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of Cleaning Leather Upholstery protectants on Stain Repel products. MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent is specifically recom- mended for leather upholstery. Interior Care Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular Instrument Panel Cover cleaning with a damp soft cloth.
Page 371 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses WARNING! The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Page 372: Cleaning Center Console Cupholders
372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning Center Console Cupholders Installation Align the liner in the cupholder and press down firmly. Removal Grab the rubber portion of the cupholder and lift FUSES upward. Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) Cleaning The TIPM is located in the engine compartment near the Soak the rubber cupholder liner in a mixture of medium air cleaner assembly.
Page 373 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse Battery Feed — Center High — 10 Amp Red Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)/ Brake Switch Battery Feed — — 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch 20 Amp Yel- Trailer Tow — —...
Page 374 374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Description Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse Ignition Off 20 Amp 30 Amp — — — Draw (IOD) Yellow Green Sense 2 Ignition Off Battery Feed — Draw (IOD) — Power Seats - if Cabin Compart- 40 Amp —...
Page 375 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 Cartridge Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Description Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse Ignition Off — 10 Amp Red — Draw (IOD) — Ignition Run — Wireless Control Climate — 10 Amp Red Module (WCM)/ — 10 Amp Red Controls/Hot Clock/Steering Cupholder -...
Page 376 376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Description Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse Auto Shutdown Hot Car (No 15 Amp Lt. — — — (ASD) Relay Fuse Required) Blue Feed 2 Ignition Run — 20 Amp Yel- Ignition Run —...
Page 377 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 Cartridge Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Description Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse Battery Feed — Battery Feed — Anti-Lock Brakes Passenger Door 30 Amp (ABS) Module - — Module (PDM)/ Pink 30 Amp if equipped/ Driver Door —...
Page 378: Vehicle Storage
378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS CAUTION! (Continued) All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base. • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. be used for replacement.
Page 379: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the air cleaner LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb No. filter housing and position the totally integrated power Low Beam Headlamp ..... H11 module aside prior to replacing the low beam headlamp High Beam Headlamp .
Page 380 380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Rotate bulb and connector ⁄ turn and pull outward 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb. from assembly. 5. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol. CAUTION! 6.
Page 381: Fog Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 Fog Lamps 3. Rotate the bulb and connector ⁄ turn counterclock- wise. 1. Access to the lamps through the lower fascia cutout is limited. 4. Pull the bulb off of connector and replace with a new one.
Page 382: Taillamps, Rear Turn Signals And Backup Lamps
382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Taillamps, Rear Turn Signals and Backup Lamps The turn signal, brake, taillamps and backup lamps are located in the rear corner body panel housing. 2. Remove the two plastic wing nuts from the taillamp housing. 1. Open the trunk and gently pull back the trunk liner behind the taillamp.
Page 383 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 4. Twist and remove socket from lamp. 5. Remove bulb from socket and replace. 3. Grasp the taillamp and pull firmly outward pushing gently on the studs from inside to disengage the lamp housing.
Page 384: License Plate Lamp
384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE License Plate Lamp 2. Gently pry the lamp assembly loose. 1. Remove two retaining screws holding the light lens in 3. Pull bulb from socket, replace and reattach the lamp place. assembly with the two retaining screws. Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp 1.
Page 385 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 3. Replace the bulb and reinstall the socket into the housing by locking it in place with a twist.
Page 386: Fluids And Capacities
386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) All Engines — (Except 2.4L PZEV) 16.9 Gallons 64 Liters 2.4L PZEV (Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle) 18.5 Gallons 70 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts 4.4 Liters 2.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified)
Page 387: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy- Engine Coolant brid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Engine Oil (2.4L and 2.7L Engines) Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 388: Chassis
388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Fuel Selection 87 Octane (2.4L and 2.7L Engines) Fuel Selection (3.5L Engine) 87 Octane Acceptable – 89 Octane Recommended * PZEV = Partial Zero Emission Vehicle Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transaxle MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent.
Page 389: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emissions Control System Maintenance ..390 Maintenance Schedule ....390 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..392...
Page 390 390 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) system.
Page 391 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 391 NOTE: dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the described under “Oil Change Required” in “Use Factory time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil Settings”...
Page 392 392 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 393 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 393 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 394: Service Schedule
394 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 395 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 395 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 396 396 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 397 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 397 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 398 398 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 399 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 399 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 400 400 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 401 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 401 102,000 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 402 402 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 403 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 403 126,000 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 404 404 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service 138 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 405 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 405 * PZEV = Partial Zero Emission Vehicle 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or 150 Months Maintenance Service † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer Schedule to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. warranty.
Page 407: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle......409 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 408 408 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 415 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......415 ▫...
Page 409: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 409 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 410: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
410 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 411: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 411 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only Impaired (TDD/TTY) the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer...
Page 412: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
412 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle.
Page 413: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 413 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in and Recalls, 2780 Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1B a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy 3V9.
Page 414 414 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE vehicle, system, and/or components is written in acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams, hicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency and charts. and maintenance procedures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety tips.
Page 415 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 415 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 416 416 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 417 INDEX...
Page 418 418 INDEX About Your Brakes ..... . . 254 Airbag, Side ..... . 57,61,63,64 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 419 INDEX 419 Automatic Transaxle ....12,237,241,364 B-Pillar Location ......271 Adding Fluid .
Page 420 420 INDEX Caps, Filler Checks, Safety ......82 Fuel ....... 302 Child Restraint .
Page 421 INDEX 421 Console, Floor ..... . . 103,135 Cupholders ..... . 103,131,372 Contract, Service .
Page 422 422 INDEX Door Locks ......29 Emergency Trunk Release ....38 Door Locks, Automatic .
Page 423 INDEX 423 Oil Selection ..... . . 345,386 Automatic Transaxle ....366 Oil Synthetic .
Page 424 424 INDEX Fluid Level Checks Gasoline ......292 Automatic Transaxle ....364,365 Gauge .
Page 425 INDEX 425 Gauges Head Restraints ......97 Coolant Temperature ....147 Headlights .
Page 426 426 INDEX Ignition Key Removal ..... 12 Jump Starting ......327 Illuminated Entry .
Page 427 INDEX 427 Leaks, Fluid ......84 Instrument Cluster ..... 106 Life of Tires .
Page 428 428 INDEX Tires ....... 271 Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....362 Locks Methanol .
Page 429 INDEX 429 Odometer ......151 Oil Pressure Light ..... . . 149 Trip .
Page 430 430 INDEX Power Radio Remote Controls ....216 Door Locks ......30 Radio, Satellite (uconnect studios) .
Page 431 INDEX 431 Replacement Bulbs ..... . . 378 Schedule, Maintenance ....390 Replacement Keys .
Page 432 432 INDEX Cleaning ......103 Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) ..230 Heated .
Page 433 INDEX 433 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound Tire and Loading Information Placard ..271 System Controls ......216 Tire Identification Number (TIN) .
Page 434 434 INDEX Radial ......278 Minimum Requirements ....311 Replacement .
Page 435 INDEX 435 Tread Wear Indicators ....280 Vehicle Loading ....272,304,305 Trip Odometer .
Page 436 436 INDEX Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ....368 Windshield Washers ....112,115 Wind Buffeting .

Dodge 2010 Avenger 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

Quick Links

INTRODUCTION

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