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Page 1 Grand Cherokee 2 0 1 3 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of fea- Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the tures and equipment that are either standard or optional on name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....9 ROLLOVER WARNING .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION particularly those used for braking, steering, transmis- sion, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group handles on different road surfaces. Your driving skills LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision will improve with experience.
Page 7: Rollover Warning
INTRODUCTION 5 read these publications carefully. Following the instruc- ROLLOVER WARNING tions and recommendations in this manual will help Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than many NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it passenger cars.
Page 8 6 INTRODUCTION Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or other Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts pro- unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle vided is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the control.
Page 9: How To Use This Manual
INTRODUCTION 7 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment. The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects.
Page 10 8 INTRODUCTION...
Page 11: Warnings And Cautions
INTRODUCTION 9 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VIN. This number also appears on the Automobile Infor- mation Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against oper- vehicle. Save this label for a convenient record of your ating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily vehicle identification number and optional equipment.
Page 12: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
10 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 13: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .14 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED ......21 ▫...
Page 14 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ....27 ▫ Wind Buffeting ..... . .46 ▫...
Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 ▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ....64 ▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ....86 ▫...
Page 16: A Word About Your Keys
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ignition switch.
Page 17: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the square end of the key fob into the ignition switch located on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi- tion.
Page 18: Removing Key Fob From Ignition
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch Removing Key Fob From Ignition at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob to the then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 19 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 • The power window switches, radio, power sunroof (if CAUTION! (Continued) equipped), and power outlets will remain active for up • Leave the Key Fob in the ignition and either: to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the •...
Page 20: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key-In-Ignition Reminder WARNING! (Continued) Opening the driver’s door when the Key Fob is in the • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF or ACC, in a location accessible to children, and do not sounds a signal to remind you to remove the Key Fob.
Page 21: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 SENTRY KEY the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid Key Fob to start the engine. Either of these conditions will The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthor- result in the engine being shut off after two seconds. ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine.
Page 22: Replacement Keys
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Replacement Keys Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho- rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the is one that has never been programmed.
Page 23: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • This device must accept any interference that may be Security modes to hear the differences in the horn. In case received, including interference that may cause unde- one should go off in the future, you will need to know sired operation.
Page 24: To Disarm The System
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, To Disarm The System make sure the vehicle ignition system is OFF and the The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of key is physically removed from the ignition.
Page 25: Tamper Alert
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 NOTE: you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, • The driver’s door key cylinder and the liftgate button disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 26: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to “Mirrors” in This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
Page 27: To Unlock The Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 To Unlock The Doors Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice to unlock all doors. The turn signal lamps will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal.
Page 28: To Lock The Doors
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Flash Lamps With Lock To Lock The Doors This feature will cause the turn signal lamps to flash Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE ter to lock all doors.
Page 29: Using The Panic Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Using The Panic Alarm Programming Additional Transmitters To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, press and hold Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least performed at an authorized dealer.
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade latch at the top of the RKE transmitter sideways with screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves your thumb and then pull the key out with your other of the RKE transmitter apart.
Page 31: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 4. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves together. General Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: •...
Page 32: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Obstructions between the vehicle and RKE transmitter If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions: may reduce this range. 1. A weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected How To Use Remote Start life of the battery is a minimum of three years.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • System not disabled from previous remote start event Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped • Vehicle theft alarm not active The following messages will display in the EVIC if the •...
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The engine can be started two consecutive times with To Enter Remote Start Mode the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition must be Press and release the REMOTE START button cycled by pushing the START/STOP button twice (or on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN onds.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 • For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle, feature, the message “Remote Start Active — Push press and release the START/STOP button.
Page 36: Door Locks
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Remote Start Comfort System can be activated and deactivated through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). For more information on Remote Start Comfort System operation refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features (SETUP)”...
Page 37: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 WARNING! (Continued) • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key Fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. •...
Page 38: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If a rear door is locked, it cannot be opened from inside Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear the vehicle without first unlocking the door. The door Doors may be unlocked manually by raising the lock knob. To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with Automatic Door Locks —...
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Child-Protection Door Lock Location Child-Protection Door Lock Function WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged (locked).
Page 40: Keyless Enter-N-Go
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If a Passive Entry door handle has not been used for NOTE: For emergency exit from the rear seats when the Child-Protection Door Lock System is engaged, manually 72 hours, the Passive Entry feature for the handle may raise the door lock knob to the unlocked position, roll time out.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the driver’s front door handle. To select between “Unlock Driver Door 1st Press” and “Unlock All Doors 1st Press”, refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)”...
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE To Enter The Liftgate Transmitter In Vehicle With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the button on the right side of Passive Entry RKE transmitter inside your vehicle, the the chrome accent bar, which is located on the liftgate...
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed in EVIC, all doors will unlock when you push the button on the liftgate. If Unlock Driver Door 1st press is programmed in EVIC, the liftgate and Flipper glass will unlock when you press the button on the liftgate For further information, refer to “Electronic Vehicle Informa- tion...
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. This is done to allow you to check if the vehicle is locked by pulling the door handle, without the vehicle reacting and unlocking.
Page 45: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 WINDOWS Power Windows The power window controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on the front passenger door and rear doors which operate the front passenger and rear passenger door windows.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To open the window part way, press to the first detent WARNING! and release it when you want the window to stop. Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the The power window switches remain active for 10 min- ignition switch or leave a vehicle with Keyless Enter- utes after the ignition has been turned OFF.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 NOTE: If the window runs into any obstacle during Resetting The Auto Up Feature Auto Up it will reverse direction and then go back down. Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window Remove the obstacle and use the window switch again to probably needs to be reset.
Page 48: Wind Buffeting
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Window Lockout Button Wind Buffeting The Window Lockout button on the driver’s door allows Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of you to disable the window controls on the rear doors. To pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the disable the window controls on the rear doors, press the ears.
Page 49: Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 LIFTGATE WARNING! To open the liftgate, pull up on the handle and lift. Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous Manually unlocking the vehicle doors with the plunger exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your pas- or a key in the lock cylinder will not unlock the liftgate.
Page 50: Liftgate Flipper Glass
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Liftgate Flipper Glass The liftgate flipper glass is also unlocked when the liftgate is unlocked. To open the flipper glass, push up on the window switch located on the liftgate. NOTE: The liftgate flipper glass will not open if the liftgate is ajar.
Page 51: Power Liftgate - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 NOTE: If a malfunction to the liftgate latch should occur, (RKE) transmitter. Press the LIFTGATE button on the an emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open RKE transmitter twice within five seconds, to open the the liftgate.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When the LIFTGATE button on the RKE transmitter is WARNING! pressed two times, the turn signals will flash twice to signal that the liftgate is opening or closing (if Flash During power operation, personal injury or cargo Lamps with Lock is enabled in the EVIC) and the liftgate damage may occur.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 • If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is • If the liftgate handle is pulled while the power liftgate closing or opening, the liftgate will automatically is opening, the liftgate motor will disengage to allow reverse to the closed or open position, provided it manual operation.
Page 54: Occupant Restraints
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS WARNING! Some of the most important safety features in your • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous vehicle are the restraint systems: exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your •...
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 • Knee bolsters for front seat occupants infant and child restraint systems. For more information on LATCH, refer to Lower Anchors and Tether for • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may CHildren (LATCH).
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be belt properly (see section on Child Restraints) should be moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced secured in the rear seat in child restraints or belt- Front Air Bags room to inflate.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- severe injuries in a collision.
Page 58: Lap/Shoulder Belts
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle.
Page 59: Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. WARNING! (Continued) Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make outside of a vehicle.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A WARNING! (Continued) snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. a collision.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retrac- The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- tor will withdraw any slack in the belt.
Page 63: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure from your neck. Press the release button to release the anchorage, and then move it up or down to the position Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ that fits you best.
Page 64: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE button, verify the shoulder belt anchorage is latched by Driver Center Passenger pulling downward on the shoulder belt anchorage until it First Row is locked into position. Second Row NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is •...
Page 65: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode Equipped 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- 2.
Page 66: Energy Management Feature
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners WARNING! The seat belts for both front seating positions are • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
Page 67: Supplemental Active Head Restraints (Ahr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap These head restraints are passive, deployable compo- between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE However if during a front impact, a secondary rear impact CAUTION! occurs, the AHR may deploy based on the severity and type of the impact. All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a...
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR) If the Active Head Restraints are triggered in a collision, you must reset the head restraint on the driver’s and front passenger seat. You can recognize when the Active Head Restraint has been triggered by the fact that they have moved forward (as shown in step three of the resetting procedure).
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 1 — Downward Movement 2 — Rearward Movement...
Page 71: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 • For safety reasons, have the Active Head Restraints 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half. checked by a qualified specialist at an authorized dealer.
Page 72: Seat Belt Lock Out
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Light remains illuminated until the respective seat belts NOTE: Although BeltAlert has been deactivated, the are fastened. The driver should instruct all other occu- Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to illuminate pants to fasten their seat belts.
Page 73: Seat Belt Extender
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt WARNING! across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the Using a seat belt extender when not needed can abdomen.
Page 74: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s Advanced Front Air Bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat- design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) to provide enhanced inflation based on several factors, including the severity protection for an occupant during a side impact.
Page 76: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Instrument Panel The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an impact that requires air bag deployment. This low output • Knee Impact Bolster is used in less severe collisions. A higher energy output is •...
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not put anything on or around the air bag covers or attempt to open them manually. You may damage the air bags and you could be injured because the air bags may no longer be functional. The protective covers for the air bag cushions are designed to open only when the air bags are inflating.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) SABIC air bags may offer side-impact and vehicle roll- over protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure. Each air bag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side-impact head injuries.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during WARNING! deployment could cause you to be severely injured or • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right killed. SABIC, do not stack luggage or other cargo up high •...
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • SAB and SABIC air bags are a supplement to the • Your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, do seat belt restraint system. Occupants, including not have any accessory items installed which will children who are up against or very close to SAB or alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to your SABIC air bags can be seriously injured or killed.
Page 81: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 appropriate sized child restraint, infant restraint or The ORC determines if deployment of the front and/or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the side air bags in a frontal or side collision is required. child.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE impact, Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes position, in the ACC position, or not in the ignition, the with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a air bag system is not on and the air bags will not inflate. severe initial deceleration.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 noted that could affect the air bag system. The diagnos- quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the tics also record the nature of the malfunction. Advanced Front Air Bags. Different air bag inflation rates are possible, based on several factors, including the WARNING! collision type and severity.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC determines if a side collision requires the side and type of collision. In these events, the ORC will air bags to inflate, based on the severity and type of deploy the SABIC only on the impact side of the vehicle. collision.
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as NOTE: In a rollover the pretensioners and/or SAB and SABIC air bags may deploy on both sides of the vehicle. the battery has power or until the ignition key is removed.
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or or all of the following may occur: throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues, see your doctor.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.
Page 88: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint You will want to have the air bags ready to Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may inflate for your protection in a collision.
Page 89: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is is designed to record such data as: required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, •...
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE There are different sizes and types of restraints for WARNING! children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a seat Owner’s Manual to make sure you have the correct projectile inside the vehicle.
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the height or weight limits of their child...
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until air bag.
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for WARNING! as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height • Improper installation can lead to failure of an allowed by the child seat. infant or child restraint.
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large For Booster Seats 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs and not their stomach? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend 5.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor...
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until weight of the child restraint) for using the the combined weight of the child and the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Can two child restraints be attached using Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with a common lower LATCH anchorage? two or more child restraints. If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to in- stall a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchor-...
Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your finger along gap between the seatback and seat cushion. Locating The LATCH Anchorages In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat.
Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE anchorage. Forward-facing child restraints and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage.
Page 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 Always follow the directions of the child restraint manu- facturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here. Vehicles With A Center Arm Rest Tether For rearward facing infant seats secured in the center seat position with the vehicle seat belts, the rear center seat position has an armrest tether that secures the arm rest in...
Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Raise the armrest and attach the tether hook to the To Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint strap located on the front of the arm rest. 1. If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt, stow the seat belt, following the instructions below.
Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 4. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child ing position.
Page 106 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is WARNING! not necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can be “switched” into a locked mode by pulling all of the Improper installation of a child restraint to the webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re-...
Page 107 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle...
Page 108 106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to the with the seat belt to attach a forward...
Page 109 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 Installing A Child Restraint with a Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
Page 110 108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether 1.
Page 111 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 5. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the trouble tightening the seat belt. If this happens, discon- seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect nect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether buckle-end belt up to three full turns to shorten it.
Page 112 110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage 1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage. You may need to move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchorage.
Page 113 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts.
Page 114 112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to WARNING! the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram. The top tether anchorages are not visible until the gap panel is folded down. Do not use the visible cargo tie down hooks, located on the floor behind the seats, to attach a child restraint tether anchor.
Page 115: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113 Transporting Pets While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri- An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly mental and should be avoided.
Page 116: Safety Tips
114 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its WARNING! first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This • Do not leave children or animals inside parked should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
Page 117: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 115 Exhaust Gas WARNING! (Continued) • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the WARNING! engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 118: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
116 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The not lit during starting, see your authorized dealer. If the Vehicle light stays on, flickers, or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Seat Belts Defroster Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,...
Page 119 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 117 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- been removed for cleaning.
Page 120: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
118 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 121: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With Memory MIRRORS ......126 Seat Only) —...
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Phone Call Features ....150 ▫ Power Lumbar — If Equipped ... .181 ▫...
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 ▫ Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless ▫ Parking Lights And Panel Lights...207 Entry Transmitter To Memory ... . .198 ▫...
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Deactivate ......225 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ..214 ▫...
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 ▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ....235 ▫ Enabling And Disabling ParkSense ..261 ▫...
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Sunglasses Bin Door ....270 ▫ Closing Sunroof — Express....281 ▫...
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 ▫ Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode ..285 STORAGE ......295 ▫...
Page 128: Mirrors
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
Page 129: Automatic Dimming Mirror
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light in the button will illuminate to indicate when the dim- ming feature is activated.
Page 130: Outside Mirrors
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Outside Mirrors Folding Feature To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirrors All outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved either to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight forward or rearward to resist damage.
Page 131: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Power Mirrors The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s side door trim panel. The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a mirror, press the mirror select button for the mirror that you want to adjust.
Page 132: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by then return to the original position when the vehicle is the optional Memory Seat Feature. Refer to “Driver shifted out of REVERSE position. Each stored memory Memory Seat”...
Page 133: Sun Visor Extension - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 BLIND SPOT MONITORING — IF EQUIPPED The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to detect highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the rear/front/side of the vehicle.
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The BSM system detection zone DOES NOT change if When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors your vehicle is towing a trailer. Therefore, visually to let the driver know that the system is operational.
Page 135 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Sensor Location (Driver Side Shown) Warning Light Location The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three detection zones by illuminating the BSM warning light different entry points (side, rear, front) while driving to located in the outside mirrors in addition to sounding an see if an alert is necessary.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Entering From The Side Entering From The Rear Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side of the vehicle. side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed less than 10 mph (16 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning light will be illuminated. If the difference in speed between the two vehicles is greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), the warning light will not illuminate.
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtaking/Passing Stationary Objects The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, berms, etc. However, occasionally the system may alert on such objects. This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require service.
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are WARNING! traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in adjacent lanes. The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones.
Page 140: Rear Cross Path
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cross Path The Rear Cross Path (RCP) feature is intended to aid the driver when backing out of parking spaces where their vision of oncoming vehicles may be blocked. Proceed slowly and cautiously out of the parking space until the rear end of the vehicle is exposed.
Page 141: Modes Of Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can Modes Of Operation be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the Three selectable modes of operation are available in the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime When the system is in RCP, the system shall respond with both visual and audible alerts when a detected object is When operating in Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime mode, present.
Page 143: Uconnect Phone - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 display the message “ Blind spot system unavailable- For Uconnect customer support, visit www.Uconnect- Astronomy zone”. The side mirrors LED’s will be lit up Phone.com or call 1–877–855–8400. and stay lit until the vehicle exits the zone. Uconnect Phone allows you to transfer calls between the system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit your Uconnect Phone —...
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command Button WARNING! Actual button location may vary with the ra- Any voice commanded system should be used only dio. The individual buttons are described in the in safe driving conditions following all applicable “Operation”...
Page 145: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 • For each feature explanation in this section, only the The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the Uconnect Phone such as “CELL” or caller ID on compound form of the voice command is given. You certain radios.
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To activate the Uconnect Phone, simply press the The following are general phone to Uconnect Phone button and follow the audible prompts for directions. pairing instructions: Uconnect Phone sessions begin with a press of the •...
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 • You will then be asked to give your mobile phone a • The system will prompt you to say the number you priority level between one and seven, with one being want to call. the highest priority.
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Automatic download and update, if supported, begins or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a name in the phonebook, refer to “Add Names to Your as soon as the Bluetooth wireless phone connection is Uconnect Phonebook”, in the phonebook.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 • This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., deleted on the Uconnect Phone. These can only be “Home”, “Work”, “Mobile”, or “Other”). This will edited on the mobile phone. The changes are trans- allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone- ferred and updated to Uconnect Phone on the next book entry, if desired.
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Edit Uconnect Phonebook Entries After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in NOTE: the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return •...
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect Phonebook Entries then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish • Press the button to begin. to delete.
Page 152: Phone Call Features
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say mobile service plan. For example, if your mobile service “Phonebook List Names”. plan provides three-way calling, this feature can be accessed through the Uconnect Phone. Check with your •...
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 mobile phone. Press the button to place the current Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold call on hold and answer the incoming call. To put a call on hold, press the button until you hear a single beep.
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Three-Way Calling Redial • Press the To initiate three-way calling, press the button while button to begin. a call is in progress, and make a second phone call, as • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say described under “Making a Second Call While Current “Redial”.
Page 155: Uconnect Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say ends, or until the vehicle battery condition dictates cessation of the call on the Uconnect Phone and the name of the language you wish to switch to transfer of the call to the mobile phone.
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect Phone is Phone does slightly lower your operational, you may reach the emergency number as chances of successfully making a phone call as to that follows: for the mobile phone directly.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 NOTE: Voice Mail Calling • The roadside assistance number dialed is based on the To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to “Working with Automated Systems”. country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528-2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14-3454 for Working With Automated Systems Mexico City and 1-800-712-3040 for outside Mexico City...
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE button and say the sequence you wish to enter, NOTE: followed by the word “Send”. For example, if required to • You may not hear all of the tones due to mobile phone enter your PIN followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you network configurations.
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect Phone keypad and still use the Uconnect Phone (while dialing will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).
Page 160: Advanced Phone Connectivity
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mute/Un-Mute (Mute ON/OFF) from your Uconnect Phone paired mobile phone to the Uconnect Phone or vice versa, press the button and When you mute the Uconnect Phone, you will still be say “Transfer Call”. able to hear the conversation coming from the other party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 • When prompted, say “List Phones”. • The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the • The Uconnect Phone will play the phone names of all Uconnect Phone will return to using the highest paired mobile phones in order from the highest to the...
Page 162: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Press the Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect button and say the “Voice Training”, Phone “System Training”, or “Start Voice Training” com- mand. Uconnect Phone Tutorial You can either press the Uconnect Phone button to To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press the restore the factory setting or repeat the words and...
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 • low road noise, This will delete all phone pairing, phone book entries, and other settings in all language modes. The System will • smooth road surface, prompt you before resetting to factory settings. •...
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Phonebook (Downloaded and Uconnect Phone Lo- • smooth road surface, cal) name recognition rate is optimized when the • fully closed windows, entries are not similar. • dry weather conditions, and • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must •...
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Send Messages: Uconnect Phone can read or send new messages on You can send messages using Uconnect Phone. To send your phone. a new message: • Press the Read Messages: button. • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say If you receive a new text message while your phone is connected to Uconnect Phone, an announcement will be “SMS Send”...
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Where are you? 12. I am on my way 4. I need more direction. 13. I’ll be late 5. L O L 14. Are you there yet? 6. Why 15. Where are we meeting? 7.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF Bluetooth Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop Uconnect Phone. When this happens, the connection the system from announcing the new incoming mes- can generally be reestablished by switching the phone sages.
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Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) zero call cancel three confirmation prompts four continue five delete dial seven download eight edit nine emergency star (*) English plus (+) erase all pound (#) Espanol add location...
Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) help previous home record again language redial list names return to main menu return or main menu list phones select phone select mobile send mute set up...
Page 173: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 General Information VOICE COMMAND — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Voice Command System Operation RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the The Uconnect Voice Command system allows following conditions: you to control your AM, FM radio, disc player, •...
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pressing the Voice Command button while the WARNING! system is speaking is known as “barging in.” The system will be interrupted, and after the beep, you can add or Any voice commanded system should be used only change commands.
Page 175: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 To hear the first available Menu, press the Voice Com- Main Menu mand button and say “Help” or “Main Menu”. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button. You may say “Main Menu” to switch to the Commands main menu.
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Previous Station” (to select the previous station) Radio AM (Or Radio Long Wave Or Radio Medium Wave — If Equipped) • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In •...
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 • “Previous Track” (to play the previous track) • “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the recording, you may press the Voice Command • “Play” (to play a Artist Name, Playlist Name, Album button to stop recording.
Page 178: Voice Training
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Language Deutsch” System Setup • “Language Italian” To switch to system setup, you may say on of the following: • “Tutorial” • “Change to system setup” • “Voice Training” • “Main menu system setup” NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the Voice •...
Page 179: Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 2. Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by WARNING! Uconnect Voice. For best results, the Voice Training • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or session should be completed when the vehicle is parked, engine running, all windows closed, and the outside of a vehicle.
Page 180: Power Seats - If Equipped
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats — If Equipped Some models may be equipped with eight-way power driver and front passenger seats. The power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the seat. There are two switches that control the movement of the seat cushion and the seatback.
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Reclining The Seatback The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will rearward.
Page 182: Passenger's Power Seat
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward WARNING! (Continued) The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 183: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Power Lumbar — If Equipped Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats are also equipped with power lumbar. The power lumbar switch is located on the outboard side of the power seat. Push the switch forward to increase the lumbar support.
Page 184: Manual Front Seats Forward/Rearward Adjustment
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Front Seats Forward/Rearward While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar located under Adjustment the seat cushion and move the seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once you have reached the desired Some models may be equipped with manual front driver position.
Page 185: Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment - Recline
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment — WARNING! Recline Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, position and release the lever.
Page 186: Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature - If Equipped
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature — If Heated Seats — If Equipped Equipped On some models, the front and rear seats may be To fold the seatback to the flat load-floor position, lift the equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and recline lever and push the seatback forward.
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 for each heater are located near the bottom center of the WARNING! (Continued) instrument panel (below the climate controls). • Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 60 minutes of continuous operation. At that time, the num- ber of illuminated LEDs changes from two to one, indicating the change. The LOW-level setting will turn OFF automati- cally after approximately 45 minutes. Rear Heated Seats On some models, the two outboard seats are equipped with heated seats.
Page 189: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. system will automatically switch to LOW-level after ap- Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of proximately 60 minutes of continuous operation. At that heat in use.
Page 190: Head Restraints
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The ventilated seat switches are located on the switch during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting System bank in the center stack of the instrument panel, just — If Equipped” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your below the climate controls.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 Active Head Restraints — Front Seats To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily downward on the head restraint.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and rearward. To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the head restraint. Push rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head restraint away from your head.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- WARNING! (Continued) straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things To Know Before struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Head Restraints — Rear Seats The head restraints on the outboard seats are not adjust- able. They automatically fold forward when the rear seat is folded to a load floor position but do not return to their normal position when the rear seat is raised.
Page 195: 60/40 Split Rear Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 1. Pull upward on the release lever to release the seat. WARNING! (Continued) collision. Always make sure the outboard head re- straints are in their upright positions when the seat is to be occupied. NOTE: For proper routing of a Child Seat Tether refer to “Occupant Restraints”...
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Do not fold the 40% rear seat down with the right To Raise Rear Seat outboard seat belt buckled. Raise the rear seatback and lock it into place. If interfer- ence from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully 2.
Page 197: Reclining Rear Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 Reclining Rear Seat WARNING! To recline the seatback, lift the lever located on the Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the outboard side of the seat, lean back and release the lever shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with two RKE trans- mitters. One or both RKE transmitters can be linked to either memory position. The memory system can accom- modate up to four RKE transmitters, each one linked to either of the two memory positions.
Page 199: Programming The Memory Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 Programming The Memory Feature 4. Within 5 seconds, press and release either of the memory buttons (1) or (2). The Electronic Vehicle NOTE: To create a new memory profile, perform the Information Center (EVIC) will display which following: memory position has been set.
Page 200: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: Before programming your RKE transmitters you must select the “Remote Linked to Memory” feature • Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center PARK, but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a (EVIC), refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center memory profile.
Page 201: Memory Position Recall
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 • To recall the memory settings for driver one using the 4. Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter within 10 seconds. RKE transmitter, press the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter linked to memory position 1.
Page 202: Easy Entry/Exit Seat
200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When recall is requested with the RKE transmit- Key Fob from the ignition (or change the ignition to OFF, ter and the Easy Entry/Exit Seat is turned ON, the seat for vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go). will go to the Easy Entry position.
Page 203: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 • The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD driver seat position is less than 0.9 in (22.7 mm) To open the hood, two latches must be released. forward of the rear stop.
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Reach under the hood, move safety latch to the left CAUTION! and lift the hood. 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.
Page 205: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel, next to the steering wheel. The head- light switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, cargo lights and fog lights (if equipped).
Page 206: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Automatic Headlights — If Equipped • Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, fog light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less rotate the headlight switch to the A (AUTO) position.
Page 207: Smartbeam™ - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable SmartBeam™ — If Equipped Features” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for The SmartBeam™ system provides increased forward further information. lighting at night by automating high beam control If your vehicle is equipped with a “Rain Sensitive Wiper through the use of a digital camera mounted on the System”...
Page 208: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate 2. Push back on the multifunction lever once again to reactivate the system. 1. Enable the Automatic High Beams. Refer to “Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Customer- Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped Programmable Features”...
Page 209: Automatic Headlight Leveling - Hid Headlights Only
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Automatic Headlight Leveling — HID Headlights delay can be cancelled by either turning the headlight Only switch on then off, or by turning the ignition ON. This feature prevents the headlights from interfering The headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles with the vision of oncoming drivers.
Page 210: Fog Lights - If Equipped
208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights — If Equipped An indicator light located in the instrument cluster will illuminate when the fog lights are on. The fog lights will The fog lights are turned on by rotating the headlight turn off when the switch is pushed a second time, when switch to the parking light or headlight position and the headlight switch is rotated to the off position, or the...
Page 211: Lights-On Reminder
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can be regulated by rotating the dimmer control up (brighter) or down (dimmer). When the headlights are on you can supplement the brightness of the odometer, trip odom- eter, radio and overhead console by rotating the control to its farthest position up until you hear a click.
Page 212: Battery Saver
210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Battery Saver Front Map/Reading Lights To protect the life of your vehicle’s battery, load shedding The front map/reading lights are mounted in the over- is provided for both the interior and exterior lights. head console.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 Each light can be turned on by pressing a switch on either Courtesy Lights side of the console. These buttons are backlit for night The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top time visibility.
Page 214: Ambient Light
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ambient Light Multifunction Lever The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil- steering column. ity of the floor center console and PRNDL area.
Page 215: Turn Signals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 Turn Signals Flash-To-Pass Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 216: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Windshield Wipers And Washers
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer controls are located on the multifunction lever on the left side of the steering col- umn. The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located on the end of the lever. For information on the rear wiper/washer, refer to “Rear Window Features”...
Page 217: Windshield Wiper Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 Windshield Wiper Operation CAUTION! Rotate the end of the lever to one of the first four detent Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents positions for intermittent settings, the fifth detent for low the windshield wiper blades from returning to the wiper operation and the sixth detent for high wiper “park”...
Page 218: Intermittent Wiper System
216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Intermittent Wiper System Use one of the four intermittent wiper settings when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable delay between cycles, desirable. At driving speeds above 10 mph (16 km/h), the delay can be regulated from a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between cycles (first detent), to a cycle every one second (fourth detent).
Page 219: Mist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 lever is pushed while in the intermittent setting, the If the end of the lever is pushed while the wipers are in wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles the off position, the wipers will operate for several wipe after the end of the lever is released, and then resume the cycles, then turn off.
Page 220: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped
218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the This feature senses moisture on the windshield and windshield.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 • The Rain Sensing feature may not function properly operate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed when ice, or dried salt water is present on the is greater than 0 mph (0 km/h), or the outside tem- windshield.
Page 222: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN To unlock the steering column, push the lever downward (toward the floor). To tilt the steering column, move the This feature allows you to tilt the steering column steering wheel upward or downward as desired. To upward or downward.
Page 223: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The power tilt/telescoping steering column lever is located below the multifunction lever on the steering column.
Page 224: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps ter or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel warm your hands in cold weather.
Page 225: Electronic Speed Control
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated WARNING! steering wheel to operate. • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, On models that are equipped with remote start, the spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on...
Page 226: To Activate
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- right side of the steering wheel. tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time.
Page 227: To Set A Desired Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 vehicle will deactivate Electronic Speed Control without WARNING! erasing the set speed memory. Pressing the ON/OFF button or turning the ignition switch OFF erases the set Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on speed memory.
Page 228: To Accelerate For Passing
226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains set, push the SET (-) button. If the button is continually speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on held in the SET (-) position, the set speed will continue to moderate hills is normal.
Page 229: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) — IF NOTE: EQUIPPED • If the sensor does not detect a vehicle ahead of you, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) increases the driving ACC will maintain a fixed set speed. convenience provided by cruise control while traveling •...
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) – Cannot take street, traffic, and weather condi- • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience tions into account, and may be limited upon system. It is not a substitute for active driving adverse sight distance conditions.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 The Cruise Control system has two control modes: WARNING! • Adaptive Cruise Control mode for maintaining an You should switch off the ACC system: appropriate distance between vehicles. • When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, sleet, •...
Page 232: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The system will not react to preceding vehicles. Always be aware of the mode selected. You can change the mode by using the Cruise Control buttons. The two control modes function differently. Always confirm which mode is selected.
Page 233: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 NOTE: Any chassis/suspension modifications to the ve- NOTE: You cannot enable ACC under the following hicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise conditions: Control. • When in Four-Wheel Drive Low. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) •...
Page 234: To Activate
232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate To turn the system OFF, push and release the ON/OFF button again. At this time, the system will turn off and Push and release the ON/OFF button. The ACC menu in the EVIC will display “Adaptive Cruise Control Off.”...
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 • The system will not be controlling the distance be- tween your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. The vehicle speed will only be determined by the position of the accelerator pedal. ACC Set Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Page 236: To Cancel
234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Cancel NOTE: If ACC is resumed or set with the ESC/TCS off, ESC will automatically be re-engaged. The system will disable ACC without erasing the memory if: • You softly tap the brake pedal. •...
Page 237: To Turn Off
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 To Turn Off WARNING! The system will turn off and erase the set speed in The Resume function should only be used if traffic memory if: and road conditions permit. Resuming a set speed •...
Page 238: Setting The Following Distance In Acc
236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The ACC system can only apply a maximum of 25% of Pressing the RES + button once will result in a 1 mph (1.6 km/h) increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the vehicle’s braking capability and will not bring the the button results in an increase of 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 Distance Setting 3 Distance Setting 2...
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE same lane, the EVIC displays the “Sensed Vehicle Indi- cator” icon, and the system adjusts vehicle speed auto- matically to maintain the distance setting, regardless of the set speed. The vehicle will then maintain the set distance until: •...
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 The maximum braking applied by ACC is limited; how- The ACC Systems provides Overtake Aid when passing ever, the driver can always apply the brakes manually, if on the left hand side only. When driving with ACC necessary.
Page 242: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Menu
240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu ACC SET – When ACC is set, the set speed will display. The EVIC displays the current ACC system settings. The – The set speed will continue to display in place of the EVIC is located in the upper part of the instrument odometer reading when changing the EVIC display cluster between the speedometer and the tachometer.
Page 243: Display Warnings And Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 The ACC screen will display once again if any ACC Display Warnings And Maintenance activity occurs, which may include any of the following: “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning • Set Speed Change The ACC “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle”...
Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The “Clean Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” message can sometimes be displayed while driving in highly reflective areas (i.e. tunnels with reflective tiles, or ice and snow). The ACC system will recover after the vehicle has left these areas.
Page 245 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 • Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor, If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver should examine the sensor. It may require cleaning or removal of including transparent material or aftermarket grilles. an obstruction.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Installing a snow plow, front-end protector, an after- 3. Remove the two M6 fasteners that connect the bracket market grille or modifying the grille is not recom- to the bumper. mended. Doing so may block the sensor and inhibit NOTE: Do not change the adjustment fasteners or pull ACC operation.
Page 247: Precautions While Driving With Acc
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 To reinstall the sensor and bracket assembly reverse the there is an internal system fault. Although the vehicle is process above. The fastener torque required to assembly still drivable under normal conditions, have the system the bracket back to the beam is 6.6 ft lbs (9 N·m).
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Offset Driving Turns And Bends ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane that is When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the system offset from your direct line of travel. There will not be may decrease the vehicle speed and acceleration for sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 Using ACC On Hills Lane Changing When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in ACC will not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the your lane. Depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic lane in which you are traveling.
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE it is completely in the lane. There will not be sufficient Narrow Vehicles distance to the lane-changing vehicle. Always be atten- Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of tive and ready to apply the brakes if necessary. the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they have moved fully into the lane.
Page 251: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 Stationary Objects And Vehicles General Information ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary FCC Requirements For Vehicular Radar Systems vehicles. For example, ACC will not react in situations Classification Specifications: where the vehicle you are following exits your lane and 47 C.F.R.
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Vary The Speed Setting WARNING! There are two ways to change the set speed: In the normal Cruise Control mode, the system will • Use the accelerator pedal to adjust the vehicle to the not react to vehicles ahead.
Page 253: Forward Collision Warning - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 To Resume Forward Collision Warning — If Equipped Press the RES + button and then remove your foot from The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system provides the accelerator pedal. The EVIC will display the last set the driver with audible and visual warnings (within the speed.
Page 254 252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE system determines a collision with the vehicle in front of NOTE: you is no longer probable, the warning message will be • The minimum speed for FCW activation is 10 mph deactivated. (16 km/h). •...
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 Changing FCW Status The FCW feature can be set to far, set to near or turned off in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- formation.
Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Changing the FCW status to the “Near” setting, allows Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the system the system to warn you of a possible collision with the from warning you of a possible collision with the vehicle vehicle in front of you when you are much closer.
Page 257 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 of the car, stationary objects that are far away, oncom- ing traffic, or leading vehicles with the same or higher rate of speed. • FCW will be disabled like ACC below with the un- available screens.
Page 258: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE there is an internal system fault. Although the vehicle is ParkSense can be active only when the shift lever is in still drivable under normal conditions, have the system REVERSE. If ParkSense is enabled at this shift lever checked by an authorized dealer.
Page 259: Parksense Warning Display
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 ParkSense Warning Display The ParkSense Warning screen will only be displayed if Sound and Display is selected from the Customer- Pro- grammable Features section of the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer- Programmable Features)”...
Page 260: Parksense Display
258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense Display When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display will turn ON indicating the system status. Park Assist System OFF The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the object the EVIC Park Assist System ON display will show fewer arcs and the sound tone will...
Page 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 Slow Tone Fast Tone...
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the EVIC display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: Continuous Tone...
Page 263: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 79 in (200 cm) (200-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Audible Alert None Single 1/2 Slow Fast Continuous...
Page 264: Service The Parksense Rear Park Assist System
262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Un- detected a faulted condition, the EVIC will display the derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa- “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM OFF” message for as long as the tion.
Page 265: Parksense System Usage Precautions
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 • ParkSense , when on, will MUTE the radio when it is ParkSense System Usage Precautions sounding a tone. NOTE: • Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking care not • Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud, to scratch or damage them.
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • On vehicles equipped with a tailgate, ParkSense WARNING! should be disabled when the tailgate is in the lowered • Drivers must be careful when backing up even or open position and the vehicle is in REVERSE. A lowered tailgate could provide a false indication that when using the Rear Park Assist system.
Page 267: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF WARNING! (Continued) EQUIPPED • Before using the Rear Park Assist system, it is Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView Rear strongly recommended that the ball mount and Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the ve- image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever...
Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the of the vehicle while a dashed center-line will indicate the vehicle. The following table shows the approximate center of the vehicle to assist with aligning to a hitch/ distances for each zone: receiver.
Page 269: Turning Parkview On Or Off - With Navigation/Multimedia Radio
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 Turning ParkView On Or Off — With CAUTION! Navigation/Multimedia Radio • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only 1. Press the “menu” hard-key. be used as a parking aid. The ParkView camera is 2.
Page 270: Overhead Console
268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE Front Map/Reading Lights The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light and storage for sunglasses. Universal Garage Door can be turned on by pressing the switch on either side of Opener (HomeLink ), power liftgate and power sunroof the console.
Page 271: Courtesy Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE is pressed.
Page 272: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Sunglasses Bin Door
270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunglasses Bin Door GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED At the front of the console a compartment is provided for HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters the storage of a pair of sunglasses. The storage compart- that operate devices such as garage door openers, motor- ment access is a “push/push”...
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 HomeLink Buttons/Overhead Consoles HomeLink Buttons/Sunvisor/Headliner NOTE: HomeLink is disabled when the Vehicle Secu- rity Alarm is active.
Page 274: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Before You Begin Programming HomeLink NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. programming HomeLink for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 1. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in view. 3.
Page 276: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons, locate the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button. This can repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is erase the channels.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- 1. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. ming is complete and the garage door/device should 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) activate when the HomeLink button is pressed.
Page 278: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Canadian/Gate Operator Programming 3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button, while you press and release (“cycle”), your hand-held For programming transmitters in Canada/United States transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink has that require the transmitter signals to “time-out”...
Page 279: Using Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 • To program the two remaining HomeLink buttons, Using HomeLink repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT To operate, press and release the programmed erase the channels. HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the If you unplugged the garage door opener/device for programmed device (i.e., garage door opener, gate opera- programming, plug it back in at this time.
Page 280: Troubleshooting Tips
278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Troubleshooting Tips WARNING! If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here • Your motorized door or gate will open and close are some of the most common solutions: while you are programming the universal trans- •...
Page 281: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 General Information NOTE: • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not ex- two conditions: pressly approved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s authority to operate the...
Page 282: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in visors on the overhead console. the ignition switch (or with the ignition in the Accessory or Run position, for vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™).
Page 283: Opening Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 Opening Sunroof — Express position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop second and the sunroof will open automatically from any the sunroof.
Page 284: Venting Sunroof - Express
282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result Wind Buffeting in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt will be Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect disabled. pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
Page 285: Ignition Off Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 Ignition OFF Operation The power sunroof switches remain active for up to approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch has been turned OFF. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time is programmable. Refer to “Elec- tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Set- tings (Customer-Programmable Features)”...
Page 286: Opening Sunroof - Manual Mode
284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in second and the sunroof will open automatically from any the ignition switch (or with the ignition in the position.
Page 287: Closing Sunroof - Manual Mode
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 position. The sunroof will close fully and stop automati- Opening Power Shade — Manual Mode cally. This is called “Express Close”. During Express To open the shade, press and hold the switch rearward to Close operation, any movement of the switch will stop full open.
Page 288: Pinch Protect Feature
286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protect Feature Wind Buffeting This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an ob- pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the struction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the ears.
Page 289: Ignition Off Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 Ignition OFF Operation ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS The power sunroof switches can be programmed to Your vehicle is equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp) power remain active for up to approximately ten minutes after outlets that can be used to power cellular phones, small the ignition switch has been turned OFF.
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 The rear power outlet is located in the right rear cargo area. Center Console Outlet Rear Power Outlet...
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The rear power outlet can be switched to “bat- tery” powered all the time by switching the power outlet right rear quarter panel fuse in the fuse panel. Power Outlet Fuse Locations 1 —...
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 291 WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
Page 294: Power Inverter - If Equipped
292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED There is a 115 Volt, 150 Watt inverter outlet located on the back of the center console to convert DC current to AC current. This outlet can power cellular phones, electron- ics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts.
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 293 may have to be reset manually. To reset the inverter WARNING! manually press the power inverter button OFF and ON. To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings To avoid serious injury or death: •...
Page 296: Cupholders
294 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers located in the center console. Rear Cupholders Front Cupholders There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers located in the fold-down center armrest.
Page 297: Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 295 STORAGE To open the glove compartment, pull outward on the latch and lower the glove box door. Glove Compartment The glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Opened Glove Compartment Glove Compartment...
Page 298: Door Storage
296 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Door Storage Center Console Large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy The center console contains both an upper and a lower access. storage area. Door Panel Storage Storage Compartment To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on the small latch located on the lid.
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 297 Storage Compartment Latches Lower Storage Compartment Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the WARNING! lower storage compartment. Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices (Continued)
Page 300: Cargo Area Features
298 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) should be stowed while driving. Use of these devices while driving can cause an accident due to distrac- tion, resulting in death or injury. CARGO AREA FEATURES Rechargeable Flashlight The rechargeable flashlight is mounted on the left side of the cargo area.
Page 301: Cargo Storage Bins
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 299 Cargo Storage Bins There are four removable storage bins located in the rear cargo area. There are two storage bins located on either side of the cargo area. Three-Press Switch Rear Storage Bins...
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Two additional storage bins are located under the load floor. To access the lower storage bins, raise the load floor and attach the tether hook (attached to the bottom of the load floor) to the liftgate opening. Lower Storage Bins Tether Strap...
Page 303: Retractable Cargo Area Cover - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 301 Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or protect passengers from loose cargo. To cover the cargo area: 1.
Page 304: Rear Cargo Tie-Downs
302 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compart- ment. Remove the cover from the vehicle when taken from its mounting. Do not store it in the vehicle. Rear Cargo Tie-Downs The rear cargo tie-downs, located on the cargo area floor, should be used to safely secure loads when the vehicle is moving.
Page 305 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 303 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not carry loads which exceed the load limits • To help protect against personal injury, passengers described on the label attached to the left door or should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear left door center pillar.
Page 306: Rear Window Features
304 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the mul- tifunction lever on the left side of the steering column. The rear wiper/washer is operated by rotating a switch, located at the middle of the lever.
Page 307: Rear Window Defroster
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 305 Rotating the center portion upward once more If the flipper glass is open, the rear window wiper/ will activate the washer pump which will con- washer functionality is interrupted and the wiper stops at tinue to operate as long as the switch is held.
Page 308: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
306 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The the heating elements: load must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be •...
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 307 desired position, keeping the crossbars parallel to the CAUTION! rack frame. Once the crossbar is in the desired position, • To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, do retighten the with the wrench to lock the crossbar into position.
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners carefully Cargo must be securely tied before driving your when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the rack.
Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Change Indicator System ..340 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..313 ▫ Fuel Economy ......341 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —...
Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Display — ▫ Notes on Playing MP3 Files ....364 If Equipped ......347 ▫...
Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 ▫ Connecting The iPod Or External USB ▫ Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While Device ......385 A Video Is Playing On Channel 1 .
Page 314 312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ System Information ....413 CLIMATE CONTROLS ....431 ▫...
Page 315: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Lower Switch Bank 11 — Hood Release 2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Hazard Switch 12 — Fuel Door Release 3 — Radio 8 — Storage Bin 13 —...
Page 316: Instrument Cluster - Premium
314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
Page 317: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 3. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) 1. Tachometer The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD II that Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute monitors engine and automatic transmission con- (RPM x 1000).
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ CAUTION! Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator damage to the engine control system. It also could Light” in the instrument cluster will come on affect fuel economy and drivability.
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC NOTE: If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check system will be ON, even if it was turned off previously. for a defective outside light bulb. 7.
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 10. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) When the appropriate conditions exist, this display Display/Odometer Display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) messages. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information The odometer display shows the total distance the ve- Center”.
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL check, if the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will CAUTION! (Continued) sound. After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera- or front passenger seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat tion or sensor damage may result when using re- Belt Indicator Light will flash or remain on continuously.
Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. WARNING! In this case, the light will remain on until the condition has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake dangerous.
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position. as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock brakes.
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 17. Speedometer 21. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Amber Telltale Area Indicates vehicle speed. This area will display the EVIC reconfigurable amber 18. Fuel Door Reminder caution telltales. For further information, refer to “Elec- The fuel pump symbol points to the side of the tronic vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”.
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 24. Vehicle Security Light CAUTION! This light will flash rapidly for approximately Driving with a hot engine cooling system could 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads arming.
Page 327: Electronic Vehicle Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display WARNING! The EVIC consists of the following: A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or • Fuel Economy others could be badly burned by steam or boiling • ACC: (If Equipped) coolant.
Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The system allows the driver to select information by UP Button pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the UP button to scroll up- wheel: ward through the main menus (Fuel Economy, Vehicle Info, Tire PSI, Cruise, Messages, Units, System Setup, Vehicle Speed, Trip Info, Turn Menu Off and sub-menus.
Page 329: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 BACK Button messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn- ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall Press the BACK button to scroll back to a into several categories: previous menu or sub-menu. he reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the white telltales area on the right, amber telltales in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Unstored Messages When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays the following messages: This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the • Vehicle Not in Park condition that activated the message is cleared. Examples of this message type are “Turn Signal On”...
Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 • Left front turn signal lamp out • Adaptive Cruise Off — When the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system is turned off. Refer to “Adaptive • Right front turn signal lamp out Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Understanding The Fea- •...
Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Driver Override — If you apply the accelerator after • Clean Radar Sensor in the Front of Vehicle — If the setting the desired speed in the ACC system. Refer to ACC system deactivates due to performance limiting “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)”...
Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 • Coolant low • Remote start aborted — Fuel low • Service air suspension system • Remote start disabled — Start Vehicle to Reset • Oil change due • Remote start active — Insert Key and Turn to Run •...
Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Function currently unavailable — Power Liftgate • To Tow Vehicle Safely, Read Neutral Shift Procedure in Owners Manual • Unlock to operate — Power Liftgate • For 4x4 Low Slow Below 5 MPH or 8 KPH Put Trans in •...
Page 335 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 • Off Road Ride Height Level 2 — This message is • Immediate Air Suspension Service/Repair Required displayed (for 5 seconds) when the vehicle has — This is displayed when a fault has occurred in the achieved the Off Road Height Level 2.
Page 336: Evic White Telltale Lights
334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Vehicle Cannot Be Lowered – Door Open — This indicate the Electronic Range Select (ERS) feature has been message is displayed if a door or the liftgate is ajar and engaged and the gear selected is displayed. For further level control is suspended.
Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ON caused an over temperature condition in the power steering system. You will lose power steering assistance This light will turn on when the ACC is ON. momentarily until the over temperature condition no For further information, refer to “Adaptive longer exists.
Page 338: Evic Amber Telltale Lights
336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Air Suspension Down EVIC Amber Telltale Lights This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- The air suspension down telltale will illumi- tales. These telltales include: nate when the air suspension is in use. For further information, refer to “Starting And •...
Page 339: Evic Red Telltale Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap EVIC Red Telltale Lights may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These • Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator telltales include: •...
Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Pressure Warning Light If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. This telltale indicates low engine oil pressure. If • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible.
Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • Transmission Temperature Warning Light required. You may experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may This light indicates that there is excessive trans- require towing. mission fluid temperature that might occur •...
Page 342: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Unless reset, this message will continue to display each WARNING! time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position if If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™.
Page 343: Fuel Economy
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 • Distance To Empty (DTE) Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™ • Miles Per Gallon (MPG) 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (Do not start the engine.) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to cycle through all the Trip Computer functions.
Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL (MDS) (if equipped) allows the engine to operate on four Distance To Empty (DTE) cylinders, or if you are driving in a fuel efficient manner. Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel tank level.
Page 345: Cruise Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 Cruise Control conditions change. If Cruise is active and a warning or other feature is in the EVIC main display, the Cruise Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “ACC” status will be displayed in place of the EVIC odometer (if equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control) or “Cruise”...
Page 346: Trip Info
344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip Info To Reset The Display Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being Trip A displayed. Press and release the SELECT button once to Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last clear the resettable function being displayed.
Page 347: Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 • Trans Temperature Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Vehicle Displays the actual transmission temperature. Info” displays in the EVIC and press the SELECT button. • Engine Hours Press the UP and DOWN button to scroll through the available information displays, then press SELECT to Displays the number of hours of engine operation.
Page 348: Messages
346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Tire Pressure Monitor System (shows the current pres- NOTE: sure of all four road tires). For additional information, • Tires heat up during normal driving conditions. Heat refer to “Tire Pressure Monitor System” in “Starting will cause the tire pressure to increase from 2 to 6 psi And Operating”.
Page 349: Turn Menu Off
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 than one message to step through the remaining stored NOTE: Under certain conditions, the display may be messages. Pressing the BACK button takes you back to superseded by another display of higher priority. But the Main Menu. when the ignition switch position is changed, the display always re-appears.
Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will differences the variance should be set for the zone where display CAL until the compass is calibrated. You may the vehicle is driven, per the zone map. Once properly also calibrate the compass by completing one or more set, the compass will automatically compensate for the 360–degree turns (in an area free from large metal or...
Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 3. Press the DOWN button until the “Compass Variance” message is displayed in the EVIC, then press the SELECT button. The last variance zone number dis- plays in the EVIC. 4. Press and release the SELECT button until the proper variance zone is selected, according to the map.
Page 352: Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup)
350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Turn ON the ignition switch. Customer-Programmable Features (System Setup) 2. Press the UP or DOWN button until the Setup Personal Settings allows you to set and recall features (Customer-Programmable Features) menu is reached, when the transmission is in PARK. If the transmission is then press the SELECT button.
Page 353 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 to select English, Spanish (Español), French (Français), opened. To make your selection, press and release the Italian (Italiano), German (Deutsch), and Dutch (Neder- SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to the lands). Then, as you continue, the information will dis- feature showing the system has been activated, or the play in the selected language.
Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter-N- (if equipped), and a set of desired radio station presets. Go™ (Passive Entry) and the EVIC is programmed to When OFF is selected, only the MEMORY switch on the Unlock All Doors 1st Press, all doors will unlock no driver’s door trim panel will recall memory profiles.
Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 a check-mark appears next to the feature showing the feature showing the system has been activated or the system has been activated or the check-mark is removed check-mark is removed showing the system has been showing the system has been deactivated.
Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL then press and release the SELECT button until a check- Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat mark appears next to the setting, showing that the setting Only) has been selected. This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the Headlamps With Wipers (Available with Automatic vehicle.
Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 REVERSE position. The mirrors will move back to their Illuminated Approach previous position when the transmission is shifted out of When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate REVERSE. To make your selection, press and release the and remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to the are unlocked with the RKE transmitter.
Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL or unlock buttons. To make your selection, press and Wiper Mode — If Equipped release the SELECT button until a check-mark appears When this feature is selected, the system will automatically next to the feature showing the system has been activated activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture on the or the check-mark is removed showing the system has windshield.
Page 359 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 Blind Spot Alert NOTE: If your vehicle has experienced any damage in the area where the sensor is located, even if the fascia is There are three selections when operating Blind Spot Alert. not damaged, the sensor may have become misaligned. By pressing and releasing the SELECT button once, the Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer to verify sensor Blind Spot Alert feature can be activated in “Blind Spot:...
Page 360 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL and release the SELECT button until a check-mark ap- to “Rear Park Assist System” in “Understanding The pears next to the feature showing the system has been Features Of Your Vehicle” for system function and oper- activated or the check-mark is removed showing the ating information.
Page 361: Uconnect 730N/430/430N Cd/Dvd/Hdd
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 Calibrate Compass UCONNECT 130 Refer to “Compass Display” for more information. Compass Variance Refer to “Compass Display” for more information. UCONNECT 730N/430/430N CD/DVD/HDD/NAV — IF EQUIPPED Refer to your Uconnect 730N, 430 or 430N user’s manual for detailed operating instructions.
Page 362 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) TIME Button Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the Press the TIME button to alternate display of the time radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second and radio frequency. time to turn off the radio.
Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 RW/FF Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the treble tones.
Page 364 362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AM/FM Button display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM Press the buttons to select either AM or FM mode. and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory.
Page 365: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 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 366: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button AM/FM Button Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. CD. Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginning SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) of the current selection, or return to the beginning of the Press this button while the CD is playing to activate...
Page 367 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 Supported Media (Disc Types) display the file name and folder name, and will assign a number instead. With a maximum number of files, The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3.
Page 368 366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) cation quency (kHz) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 MPEG-1 Audio 48, 44.1, 32 320, 256, 224, extension may cause playback problems.
Page 369: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 Playback of MP3 Files To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option radio checks all files on the medium.
Page 370: Uconnect 130 With Satellite Radio
368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the Uconnect 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO device’s volume set to proper level. If the AUX audio is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up. If the AUX audio sounds distorted, turn the device’s volume down.
Page 371: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 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/RUN or listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch ACC position to operate the radio.
Page 372 370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL con- Uconnect Phone”...
Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 RW/FF Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the treble tones.
Page 374 372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five 16-Digit Character Program Type seconds will allow the program format type to be se- Display lected. Many radio stations do not currently broadcast Information Inform Music Type information. Jazz Jazz Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following...
Page 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 SETUP Button 16-Digit Character Program Type Display Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between the following items: Sports Sports Talk Talk • Set Clock — Pressing the SELECT button will allow Top 40 Top 40 you to set the clock.
Page 376: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL button. The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display Buttons 1 - 6 window. Select the button (1–6) you wish to lock onto this These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you station and press and release that button.
Page 377 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 Inserting Compact Disc(s) CAUTION! (Continued) Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD • Do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peel label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into away and jam the player mechanism.
Page 378 376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL A disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. RW/FF Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will NOTE: Ejecting with the ignition OFF is not allowed on begin to fast forward until FF is released or RW or convertible or soft-top models (if equipped).
Page 379: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 file recording media and formats are limited. When writing •...
Page 380 378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal VBR bit rates. CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after...
Page 381: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 Playback of MP3 Files LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium on the disc.
Page 382: Uconnect Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If
380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) to return to elapsed time display. Press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when the Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode ignition is OFF).
Page 383 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 System Activation To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you ESN/SID Access may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- service that is included with the factory-installed satellite tion and the radio on, press the SETUP button and scroll radio system in your vehicle.
Page 384 382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL decreased performance. Larger luggage items such as Operating Instructions - Uconnect Multimedia bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within (Satellite) Mode the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or on or above the antenna.
Page 385 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 INFO Button MUSIC TYPE Button Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button able).
Page 386: Operating Instructions (Uconnect Phone) - If Equipped
384 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SETUP Button You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display following items: window.
Page 387: Ipod /Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 iPod /USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED Connecting The iPod Or External USB Device This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external plugged into the USB port, located in the center console USB device to the vehicle’s USB/AUX connector port which or glove compartment.
Page 388: Using This Feature
386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The center console will have a position where the NOTE: If the audio device battery is completely dis- iPodt or consumer electronic audio device cable can be charged, it may not communicate with the iPod /USB/ routed through without damaging the cable when clos- MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained.
Page 389: Controlling The Ipod Or External Usb Device
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 • Turning it clockwise (forward) by one click, while Controlling The iPod Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons playing a track, skips to the next track or press the VR button and say Next Track . To get into the iPod /USB/MP3 control mode and access •...
Page 390: List Or Browse Mode
388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL during play mode will jump to the next track in the SCAN button again. During Scan mode, pressing the list, or press the VR button and say Next or Previous << SEEK and SEEK>> buttons will select the previous Track .
Page 391 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 • Turning it clockwise (forward) and counterclockwise • Preset 4 – Genres (backward) scrolls through the lists, displaying the • Preset 5 – Audiobooks track detail on the radio display. Once the track to be •...
Page 392: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)
390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • MUSIC TYPE button: The MUSIC TYPE button is WARNING! another shortcut button to the genre listing on your audio device. Do not plug in or remove the iPod or external USB device while driving. Failure to follow this warning CAUTION! could result in an accident.
Page 393 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 Play Mode Next Track When switched to BTSA mode, some audio devices can Use the SEEK UP button, or press the VR button on the start playing music over the vehicle’s audio system, but radio and say “Next Track” to jump to the next track some devices require the music to be initiated on the music on your cellular phone.
Page 394: Uconnect Multimedia - Video
392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL UCONNECT MULTIMEDIA — VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ — If Equipped Getting Started • Screen located in the overhead console: Unfold the overhead LCD screen by pushing the button in the center of the overhead console behind the screen. Overhead Video Screen •...
Page 395: Single Video Screen
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 • When the Video Screen are open and a DVD is inserted Play A DVD into the VES™ player, the screen turns on automati- 1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE or LOAD hard-key on the cally, the headphone transmitters turn on and play- radio faceplate (Touch-Screen).
Page 396 394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Remote Control NOTE: • Channel/Screen 1 select mode information is shown 1. Press the MODE button on the Remote Control. on the left side of the screen. 2. While looking at Screen 1, highlight DISC by either •...
Page 397 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. 2. Touch the Rear VES soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls. If a channel list appears on the right side of the screen, touch the HIDE LIST soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls screen.
Page 398 396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The “1” and “2” soft-keys are displayed for the headphone channels. Touch 1 or 2 based on which channel you want to change, select the new mode from the available list on the right. Modes that are unavailable are greyed-out.
Page 399: Play Video Games
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 • Viewing a DVD on the Touch-Screen radio screen is Play Video Games not available in all states/provinces, and the vehicle Connect the video game console to the Auxiliary RCA must be stopped, and the shift lever must be in the input jacks located on the back of the center console.
Page 400 398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When connecting an external source to the AUX input, be sure to follow the standard color coding for the VES™ jacks: NOTE: Certain high-end video games, such as Playsta- tion3 and XBox360 will exceed the power limit of the vehicle’s Power Inverter.
Page 401 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 2. Touch the Rear VES soft-key to display the Rear VES 3. Touch the 1 soft-key and then touch AUX 1 in the VES Controls. If a channel list is displayed, press the HIDE column. To exit press the back arrow soft-key at the LIST soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls screen.
Page 402: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1 Ensure the Remote Control and Headphone switch is on Channel 2. Using The Remote Control 1. Press the MODE button on the Remote Control and the Mode Select Screen will display, unless a video is playing then only a small banner will appear on the bottom of the screen.
Page 403 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 401 2. Touch the Rear VES soft-key to display the Rear VES 3. To listen to an audio source on Channel 2 while a Controls. If a channel list is displayed, press the HIDE video is playing on Channel 1, touch the 2 soft-key and LIST soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls screen.
Page 404: Important Notes For Single Video Screen System
402 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Important Notes For Single Video Screen System Play A DVD Using The Touch-Screen Radio • VES™ is able to transmit two channels of stereo audio 1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE or LOAD hard-key on the simultaneously. radio faceplate (Touch-Screen).
Page 405 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 403 Using The Remote Control NOTE: • Channel/Screen 1 select mode information is shown 1. Press the MODE button on the Remote Control. on the left side of the screen. 2. While looking at Screen 1, highlight DISC by either •...
Page 406 404 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. 2. Touch the Rear VES soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls. If a channel list is displayed, press the HIDE LIST soft-key to display the Rear VES Controls screen.
Page 407: Remote Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 405 NOTE: Remote Control • To view a DVD on the radio press the RADIO/MEDIA hard-key, on the radio faceplate, then touch the DISC tab soft-key and then the VIEW VIDEO soft-key. • Viewing a DVD on the Touch-Screen radio screen is not available in all states/provinces, and the vehicle must be stopped, and the shift lever must be in the PARK position for vehicles with automatic transmis-...
Page 408 406 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Channel Selector Indicators – When a button is – In radio modes, press to seek the next tunable pressed, the currently affected channel or channel station. In disc modes, press and hold to fast forward button is illuminated momentarily.
Page 409 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 407 / (Play/Pause) – Begin/resume or pause disc play. 13. STATUS – Press to display the current status. 9. ▪ (Stop) – Stops disc play. 14. MODE – Press to change the mode of the selected channel.
Page 410: Remote Control Storage
408 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL – In radio modes, press to seek to the previous Remote Control Storage tunable station. In disc modes, press and hold to fast The video screen(s) come with a built in storage compart- rewind through the current audio track or video ment for the remote control which is accessible when the chapter.
Page 411: Locking The Remote Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 409 player (if equipped). If the vehicle is not equipped with a DVD player, follow the radio’s instructions to turn Video Lock on. The radio and the video screen(s) indicate when Video Lock is active. • Pressing the Video Lock again or turning the ignition OFF turns Video Lock OFF and allows remote control operation of the VES™.
Page 412: Headphones Operation
410 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Headphones Operation The headphones receive two separate channels of audio using an infrared transmitter from the video screen. Front seat occupants receive some headphone audio coverage to allow them to adjust the headphone volume for the young rear seat occupants that may not be able to do so for themselves.
Page 413: Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 411 • When both switches are on Channel 2, the Remote is Controls controlling Channel 2 and the headphones are tuned to The headphone power indicator and controls are located the audio of the VES™ Channel 2. on the right ear cup.
Page 414: Replacing The Headphone Batteries
412 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Replacing The Headphone Batteries How Long Does the Coverage Last? This warranty lasts as long as you own the Product. Each set of headphones requires two AAA batteries for operation. To replace the batteries: What Does This Warranty Cover? Except as specified below, this warranty covers any Product that in normal •...
Page 415: System Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 413 may not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or You may register your Unwired wireless headphones consequential damages, so the above limitation may not online at www.unwiredtechnology.com or by phone at apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal 1-888-293-3332.
Page 416 414 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL mode, but not change stations until the radio mode is The VES™ can even control radio modes or video modes changed to a mode that is different from the VES™ while the radio is turned off. The VES™ can access the selected radio mode.
Page 417 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 415 1. Channel 1 Mode Numeric Keypad Menu 2. Channel 1 Shared Status 3. Channel 1 Audio Only/Mute 4. Channel 2 Mode 5. Channel 2 Shared Status 6. Channel 2 Audio Only/Mute 7. Channel 1 ENTER Button Action 8.
Page 418 416 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL screen makes it easy to enter a specific tuner frequency, Numeric Keypad Menu satellite channel, or track number. To enter the desired digit: 1. Press the remote control’s navigation buttons ( , ) to navigate to the desired digit. 2.
Page 419 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 417 screen makes it easy to enter a specific tuner frequency, Station List Menu satellite channel, or track number. To enter the desired When listening to Satellite audio, pressing the remote digit: control’s MENU button displays a list of all available channels.
Page 420 418 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Disc Menu Display Settings Video Screen Display Settings Disc Menu For CDs When watching a video source (DVD Video with the disc in When listening to a CD Audio or CD Data disc, pressing the Play mode, Aux Video, SIRIUS Backseat TV™, etc.), pressing remote control’s MENU button displays a list of all com- the remote control’s SETUP button activates the Display...
Page 421 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 419 • To change the current audio mode, press the remote To change the settings, press the remote control’s navi- gation buttons ( , ) to select an item, then press the control’s MODE button. This will automatically select remote control’s navigation buttons ( , ) to change the the next available audio mode without using the Mode...
Page 422 420 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Disc Formats DVD Audio Support The VES™ DVD player is capable of playing the follow- When a DVD-Audio disc is inserted in the VES™ DVD ing types of discs (12 mm or 8 mm diameter): player, the DVD-Audio title on the disc is played by default (most DVD-Audio discs also have a Video title, •...
Page 423 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 421 • The player recognizes a maximum of 512 files and If you record a disc using a personal computer, there may be cases where the VES™ DVD player may not be able to 99 folders per CD-R and CD-RW disc. play some or the entire disc, even if it is recorded in a •...
Page 424: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
422 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Other compression formats such as AAC, MP3 Pro, Compressed Audio Files (MP3 and WMA) Ogg Vorbis, and ATRAC3 will not play. The DVD The DVD player is capable of playing MP3 (MPEG-1 player will automatically skip the file and begin play- Audio Layer 3) and WMA (Windows Media Audio) files ing the next available file.
Page 425 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 423 Disc Errors Display Other Language Setup If the DVD player is unable to read the disc, a Disc Error message is displayed on the VES™ and Radio displays and the disc is automatically ejected. A dirty, damaged, or incompatible disc format are all potential causes for a Disc Error message.
Page 426 424 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • When the entire four-digit code is entered, press the All of the Language settings have a special Other setting to accommodate languages other than Japanese or Eng- remote control’s ENTER button. If the language code is lish.
Page 427 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 425 them where lower numbers are designated for all audi- ences and higher numbers are designated for more adult audiences. When a DVD-Video disc is loaded, its rating is compared to the setting in the DVD player. If the rating of the disc is higher than the setting in the player, a Password screen is displayed.
Page 428 426 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • After the four-digit password is entered, press the To set the password, activate the DVD Setup Menu and follow these additional instructions: remote control’s ENTER button. If the password is correct, the set password screen is displayed. •...
Page 429 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 427 To set the rating, activate the DVD Setup Menu and follow these additional instructions: • Using the remote control’s Left and Right cursor buttons, select the Rating tab. • Highlight Change Rating , and then press the remote control’s ENTER button.
Page 430: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
428 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Using the remote control’s Up and Down cursor General Information buttons, select the new rating level, and then press the This system complies with Part 15 of the FCC Operation remote control’s ENTER button to accept the change. is subject to the following two conditions: Product Agreement 1.
Page 431: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 429 Pressing the center button will make the radio switch between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/ CD/AUX/VES, etc.). The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a pushbutton in the center. The function of the left-hand control is different depending on which mode you are in.
Page 432: Cd Player
430 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD Player CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once precautions: will go to the beginning of the current track, or to the 1.
Page 433: Climate Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 431 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. by relocating the mobile phone antenna. This condition is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become not satisfactorily “clear”...
Page 434: Dual-Zone Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
432 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Dual-Zone 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 435 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 433 • Passenger Temperature Control Mode Control (Air Direction) Push the mode control buttons to choose from several Rotate this control to regulate the tem- patterns of air distribution. perature of the air inside the passenger compartment for the right front seat Panel occupant.
Page 436 434 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 437 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 435 • The A/C will engage automatically to prevent fogging Recirculation Control when the recirculation button is pressed and the mode Pressing the Recirculation Control button will control is set to panel or panel / floor. put the system in recirculation mode.
Page 438: Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
436 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ECONOMY MODE Air Conditioning Control Press this button to engage the Air Con- If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn ditioning. A light will illuminate when OFF the indicator light and the A/C compressor. Then, the Air Conditioning system is engaged.
Page 439 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 437 • When occupants in the vehicle select an Auto mode operation, Auto blower operation is set by using a push button on the control unit and a comfort tem- perature setting by using the temperature up and down buttons.
Page 440 438 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Recirculation Control Button 7. Front Defrost Button Press and release to change the current setting, the Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when ON. indicator illuminates when ON. Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode.
Page 441 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 439 10. Auto Temperature Control Button 13. Mode Control Button Controls airflow temperature, distribution, volume, and Press and release to select between Modes (Panel, Bi- the amount of air recirculation automatically. Press and Level, Floor, Mix). Performing this function will cause the release to select.
Page 442 440 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric Automatic Operation units by selecting the US/M customer-programmable 1. Press the AUTO button on the Automatic Temperature feature. Refer to the “Electronic Vehicle Information Control (ATC) Panel. Center (EVIC) —...
Page 443 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 441 Blower Control Panel Mode There are seven fixed blower speeds. Air comes from the outlets in the instrument Use the outer dial control to regulate panel. Each of these outlets can be individually the amount of air forced through the adjusted to direct the flow of air.
Page 444 442 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Floor Mode NOTE: While operating in the other modes, the system will not automatically sense the presence of fog, mist or Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount ice on the windshield. Defrost mode must be manually of air is directed through the defrost and side selected to clear the windshield and side glass.
Page 445: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 443 NOTE: NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging. The Recirculation • If the system is in Mix, Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C mode is not allowed in the Defrost modes to improve can be turned off, but the A/C system shall remain window clearing operation.
Page 446 444 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL As the temperature gets colder, it may be necessary to Your air conditioning system is also equipped with an direct air onto the windshield. Adjust the temperature automatic recirculation system. When the system senses control and blower speed to maintain comfort. Higher a heavy load or high heat conditions, it may use partial blower speeds will reduce fogging.
Page 447 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 445 Operating Tips Chart...
Page 449: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock....461 STARTING PROCEDURES ....453 ▫...
Page 450 448 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Quadra-Trac II Operating Instructions/ ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS ....495 Precautions – If Equipped ....482 OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS .
Page 451 STARTING AND OPERATING 449 ▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ....504 ▫ Rain Brake Support – If Equipped ..516 ▫...
Page 452 450 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation ..535 ▫ Replacement Tires .....541 ▫ Radial Ply Tires ..... .535 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) .
Page 453 STARTING AND OPERATING 451 ▫ MMT In Gasoline .....557 ▫ Maintenance ......563 ▫...
Page 454 452 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Towing Tips ......584 ▫ Recreational Towing – Quadra-Trac I (Single-Speed Transfer Case) Four-Wheel Drive SNOW PLOW .
Page 455: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 453 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if in a location accessible to children), and do not present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat leave a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-...
Page 456: Keyless Enter-N-Go
454 STARTING AND OPERATING Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated CAUTION! Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage ing precautions are not observed: •...
Page 457: Normal Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 455 Installing And Removing The ENGINE NOTE: The ENGINE START/STOP button should only START/STOP Button be removed or inserted with the ignition in the OFF position (OFF position for Keyless Enter-N-Go™). Installing The Button Normal Starting 1. Remove the key fob from the ignition switch. Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button 2.
Page 458 456 STARTING AND OPERATING To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN START/STOP Button (engine not running) position and the transmission is in PARK, the system will automatically time out after 30 1.
Page 459: Extreme Cold Weather
STARTING AND OPERATING 457 • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time If Engine Fails To Start to change the ignition switch to the RUN position (EVIC displays “IGNITION MODE RUN”), WARNING! • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to •...
Page 460 458 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Press and release the ENGINE START/STOP button WARNING! (Continued) once. • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster The starter motor will engage automatically, run for cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster 10 seconds, and then disengage.
Page 461: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 459 The starter motor will disengage automatically in 10 sec- The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one onds. Once this occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to The engine block heater cord is located: 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting”...
Page 462: Automatic Transmission
460 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure CAUTION! those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is ing precautions are not observed: running.
Page 463: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 461 Key Ignition Park Interlock WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL lock which requires the shift lever to be in PARK before if the engine speed is higher than idle speed.
Page 464: Five-Speed Automatic Transmission
462 STARTING AND OPERATING turned to the ON/RUN position (engine running or not; vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal engine running, for vehicles with 8-speed transmission) condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few and the brake pedal must be pressed. hundred miles (kilometers).
Page 465: Gear Ranges
STARTING AND OPERATING 463 Transmission gear engagement may be delayed after restarting the engine if the key is not cycled to the LOCK/OFF position first. NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is especially important when the engine is cold.
Page 466 464 STARTING AND OPERATING move the shift lever out of PARK. As an added precau- WARNING! (Continued) tion, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. if the engine speed is higher than idle speed.
Page 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 468 466 STARTING AND OPERATING • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever CAUTION! will not move out of PARK. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you REVERSE must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi- This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
Page 469 STARTING AND OPERATING 467 automatically upshifts through underdrive first, second, WARNING! (Continued) and third gears, direct fourth gear and overdrive fifth practices that limit your response to changing traffic gear. The DRIVE position provides optimum driving or road conditions. You might lose control of the characteristics under all normal operating conditions.
Page 470 468 STARTING AND OPERATING in direct gear regardless of which forward gear is se- 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no lected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to longer detected, the transmission will return to normal operate.
Page 471 STARTING AND OPERATING 469 You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any WARNING! vehicle speed. When the shift lever is in the DRIVE Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a position, the transmission will operate automatically, slippery surface.
Page 472: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (5.7L Engine) - If Equipped
470 STARTING AND OPERATING Overdrive Operation The electronically-controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are The automatic transmission includes an electronically self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new controlled Overdrive (fifth gear). The transmission will vehicle may be somewhat abrupt.
Page 473: Gear Ranges
STARTING AND OPERATING 471 NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is especially important when the engine is cold. PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission.
Page 474 472 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If parking brake. Always apply the parking brake your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
Page 475 STARTING AND OPERATING 473 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 476 474 STARTING AND OPERATING • Look at the shift lever position display and verify that CAUTION! it indicates the PARK position. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi- will not move out of PARK.
Page 477 STARTING AND OPERATING 475 DRIVE WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 478 476 STARTING AND OPERATING range will improve performance and extend transmission Downshifting the transmission to the lowest possible life by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup. gear (when climbing a grade), or shifting to NEUTRAL (when stopped in heavy traffic) can help to reduce this If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operat- excess heat generation.
Page 479 STARTING AND OPERATING 477 Transmission Limp Home Mode 3. Turn the engine OFF. Transmission function is monitored electronically for 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could 5. Restart the engine. result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home Mode is activated.
Page 480 478 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any vehicle speed. When the shift lever is in the DRIVE The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift control allows the position, the transmission will operate automatically, driver to limit the highest available gear when the shift shifting between all available gears.
Page 481 STARTING AND OPERATING 479 Overdrive Operation WARNING! The automatic transmission includes an electronically Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a controlled Overdrive (fourth and fifth gears). The trans- slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their mission will automatically shift into Overdrive if the grip and the vehicle could skid, causing an accident following conditions are present: or personal injury.
Page 482 480 STARTING AND OPERATING When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- curs, press the TOW/HAUL switch to activate TOW/ HAUL mode. This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessive shifting.
Page 483 STARTING AND OPERATING 481 Torque Converter Clutch higher when the torque converter clutch is not en- gaged, it may seem as if the transmission is not shifting A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been properly when cold. This is normal. Using the Elec- included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle.
Page 484: Four-Wheel Drive Operation
482 STARTING AND OPERATING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION Quadra-Trac II Operating Instructions/ Precautions – If Equipped Quadra-Trac I Operating Instructions/ The Quadra-Trac II transfer case is fully automatic in the Precautions – If Equipped normal driving 4WD AUTO mode. The Quadra-Trac II The Quadra-Trac I is a single-speed (HI range only) transfer case provides three mode positions: transfer case, which provides convenient full-time four-...
Page 485: Shift Positions
STARTING AND OPERATING 483 When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the engine WARNING! (Continued) speed is approximately three times that of the 4WD HI parking brake. The transfer case N (Neutral) position position at a given road speed. Take care not to overspeed disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the engine and do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
Page 486: Shifting Procedures
484 STARTING AND OPERATING NEUTRAL Shifting Procedures This range disengages both the front and rear driveshafts 4WD HI To 4WD LOW from the powertrain. It is to be used for flat towing With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h), the behind another vehicle.
Page 487 STARTING AND OPERATING 485 NOTE: If shift conditions/interlocks are not met, or a transfer case motor temperature protection condition exists, a “For 4x4 Low Slow Below 3 MPH or 5 KPH Put Trans in N Press 4 Low” message will flash from the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Page 488 486 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: NEUTRAL Shift Procedure • If shift conditions/interlocks are not met, or a transfer 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, engine off. case motor temperature protection condition exists, a 2. Vehicle stopped, with foot on brake. “For 4x4 High Slow Below 3 MPH or 5 KPH Put Trans in N Press 4 Low”...
Page 489: Quadra-Drive Ii System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 487 NOTE: If shift conditions/interlocks are not met, a “To Tow Vehicle Safely, Read Neutral Shift Procedure in Owners Manual” message will flash from the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 490: Selec-Terrain™ - If Equipped
488 STARTING AND OPERATING With a traction difference between left and right wheels, the coupling will sense a speed difference. As one wheel begins to spin faster than the other, torque will automatically transfer from the wheel that has less traction, to the wheel that has traction.
Page 491 STARTING AND OPERATING 489 to allow more driver control of vehicle while maintain- traction with seamless steering feel to provide im- ing safe handling controls. The vehicle will lower (if proved handling and acceleration over two-wheel equipped with Air Suspension) to Aero Mode in High drive vehicles.
Page 492: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Display Messages
490 STARTING AND OPERATING equipped with air suspension, the vehicle level will change to Off-Road 2. If the Selec-Terrain™ switch is in ROCK mode, and the transfer case is switched from 4WD Low to 4WD High, the Selec-Terrain™ system will return to AUTO. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display Messages When the appropriate conditions exist, a message will...
Page 493 STARTING AND OPERATING 491 • Normal Ride Height (NRH) – This is the standard required. To enter OR2, press the “Up” button twice position of the suspension and is meant for normal from the NRH position or once from the OR1 position driving.
Page 494 492 STARTING AND OPERATING Selec-Terrain™ knob is turned to the “SPORT” posi- The Selec-Terrain™ switch will automatically change the tion. Turning the Selec-Terrain™ knob to the “AUTO” vehicle to the proper height based on the position of the position will return the system to normal operation. Selec-Terrain™...
Page 495: Display Messages
STARTING AND OPERATING 493 After the engine is turned off, it may be noticed that the WARNING! air suspension system operates briefly, this is normal. The system is correcting the position of the vehicle to ensure The air suspension system uses a high pressure a proper appearance.
Page 496 494 STARTING AND OPERATING lamps will show a position which the system is working closed, speed below threshold, etc). The “DOWN” button to achieve. When raising, if multiple indicator lamps are can be pressed multiple times. Each press will lower the flashing on the “Up”...
Page 497: On-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 495 • Park Mode – Indicator lamp 3 will be illuminated ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS when the vehicle is in Park Mode. If Park Mode is Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a requested while vehicle speed is between 15 mph narrower track to make them capable of performing in a (24 km/h) and 25 mph (40 km/h), indicator lamp 4 wide variety of off-road applications.
Page 498: Off-Road Driving Tips
496 STARTING AND OPERATING OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS NOTE: Prior to off-road driving, remove the front air dam to prevent damage. The front air dam is attached to the lower front fascia with seven quarter turn fasteners and can be removed by hand. Front Air Dam 1 —...
Page 499: When To Use 4Wd Low Range - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 497 or terrain be selected. The vehicle height should then be WARNING! raised as required by the changes in terrain. Do not drive in 4WD-LOW Range on dry pavement; The Selec-Terrain™ switch will automatically change the driveline damage may result. 4WD-LOW Range vehicle to the optimized height based on the Selec- locks front and rear drivelines together and does not Terrain™...
Page 500 498 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Your vehicle is capable of water fording in up to entering. Proceed with caution and maintain a steady 20 inches (51 cm) of water, while crossing small rivers or controlled speed less than 5 mph (8 km/h) in deep water streams.
Page 501: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
STARTING AND OPERATING 499 Maintenance Avoid abrupt downshifts on icy or slippery roads, be- cause engine braking may cause skidding and loss of After driving through deep water, inspect your vehicle control. fluids and lubricants (engine oil, transmission oil, axle, transfer case) to assure the fluids have not been contami- Hill Climbing nated.
Page 502: Traction Downhill
500 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Downhill WARNING! Shift the transmission into a low gear, and the transfer If the engine stalls, you lose forward motion, or case into 4WD LOW range. Let the vehicle go slowly cannot make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, down the hill with all four wheels turning against engine never attempt to turn around.
Page 503: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 501 • Completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle. WARNING! Check tires, body structure, steering, suspension, and exhaust system for damage. Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause excessive wear or unpredictable braking. You might •...
Page 504 502 STARTING AND OPERATING and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. If the “SERVICE POWER STEERING SYSTEM” The system will vary its assist to provide light efforts message and a flashing icon are displayed on while parking and good feel while driving. If the electro- the EVIC screen, it indicates that the vehicle hydraulic power steering system experiences a fault that needs to be taken to the dealer for service.
Page 505: L Engine
STARTING AND OPERATING 503 NOTE: If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi- • Even if power steering assistance is no longer opera- tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering tional, it is still possible to steer the vehicle.
Page 506: Power Steering Fluid Check
504 STARTING AND OPERATING apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- WARNING! pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho- rized dealer. Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. CAUTION! Service should be obtained as soon as possible.
Page 507: Fuel Saver Technology (If Equipped)
STARTING AND OPERATING 505 If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated The foot operated parking brake is located below the level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the surfaces.
Page 508 506 STARTING AND OPERATING When the parking brake is applied with the ignition parking brake should always be applied whenever the switch in the ON position, the “Brake Warning Light” in driver is not in the vehicle. the instrument cluster will illuminate. WARNING! NOTE: •...
Page 509: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 507 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the in a location accessible to children), and do not parking brake released, a brake system malfunction leave Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 510: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
508 STARTING AND OPERATING (BLD), Ready Alert Braking, Rain Brake Support and, if it WARNING! (Continued) has four-wheel drive with the MP 3023 two-speed trans- ABS cannot prevent collisions, including those re- fer case, Hill Descent Control (HDC). sulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) very slippery surfaces, or hydroplaning.
Page 511: Brake Assist System (Bas)
STARTING AND OPERATING 509 on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the “pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel. This unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal will allow more engine torque to be applied to the wheel is released, the BAS is deactivated.
Page 512: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
510 STARTING AND OPERATING speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines that the rate WARNING! (Continued) of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicle’s speed prevent all wheel lift or rollovers, especially those are sufficient to potentially cause wheel lift, it then that involve leaving the roadway or striking objects applies the appropriate brake and may also reduce or other vehicles.
Page 513 STARTING AND OPERATING 511 path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not match WARNING! the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appro- priate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- understeer condition.
Page 514 512 STARTING AND OPERATING High Range (Four-Wheel Drive Models) Or features of ESC function normally. This mode is intended Two-Wheel Drive Models to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand, or gravel conditions and more wheel spin than ESC would nor- mally allow is required to gain traction.
Page 515: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 513 NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving Trailer Sway Control (TSC) with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand, or TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an exces- gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off” sively swaying trailer and will take the appropriate mode by pressing the “ESC OFF”...
Page 516: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
514 STARTING AND OPERATING HSA Activation Criteria WARNING! The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to If TSC activates while driving, slow the vehicle activate: down, stop at the nearest safe location, and adjust the • Vehicle must be stopped. trailer load to eliminate trailer sway.
Page 517 STARTING AND OPERATING 515 WARNING! WARNING! • If you use a trailer brake controller with your There may be situations on minor hills (i.e., less than 8%), with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and when the system will not activate and slight rolling deactivated with the brake switch.
Page 518: Ready Alert Braking - If Equipped
516 STARTING AND OPERATING It anticipates when an emergency braking situation may WARNING! (Continued) occur by monitoring how fast the throttle is released by • HSA is not a parking brake. If you stop the vehicle the driver. When the throttle is released very quickly, on a hill without putting the transmission in PARK Ready Alert Braking applies a small amount of brake and using the parking brake, it will roll down the...
Page 519: Hill Descent Control (Hdc) - Four-Wheel Drive
STARTING AND OPERATING 517 Hill Descent Control (HDC) — Four-Wheel Drive Models With MP3023 Two-Speed Transfer Case Only HDC maintains vehicle speed while descending hills during off-road driving situations and is available in 4WD LOW range only. To enable HDC, press the HDC switch or put the Selec-Terrain™...
Page 520 518 STARTING AND OPERATING The HDC speed may be adjusted by the driver to suit the 4WD Low Range Set Speeds driving conditions. The speed corresponds to the trans- • 1st = 1 mph (1.6 km/h) mission gear selected. • 2nd = 2.5 mph (4 km/h) HDC operation can be overridden with brake application •...
Page 521: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 519 malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this WARNING! light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at HDC is only intended to assist the driver in control- speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- ling vehicle speed when descending hills.
Page 522: Tire Safety Information
520 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION • The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” Tire Markings and the “ESC OFF Indicator Light” come on momen- tarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON. • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESC system will be ON even if it was turned off previously.
Page 523 STARTING AND OPERATING 521 NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. ing the size designation. Example: LT235/85R16. design standards.
Page 524 522 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 525 STARTING AND OPERATING 523 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 526: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
524 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Load Identification: ..blank..= Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire Extra Load (XL) = Extra load (or reinforced) tire Light Load (LL) = Light load tire C, D, E, F, G = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load—...
Page 527 STARTING AND OPERATING 525 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation — This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
Page 528: Tire Terminology And Definitions
526 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 529: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 527 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Tire Placard Location...
Page 530 528 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires.
Page 531 STARTING AND OPERATING 529 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- axles must not be exceeded. For further information on pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to XXX kg”...
Page 532 530 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo NOTE: being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities capacity calculated in Step 4.
Page 533 STARTING AND OPERATING 531...
Page 534: Tires - General Information
532 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 535: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 533 stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and unpredict- to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the able steering response.
Page 536 534 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the winter.
Page 537: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 535 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 538: Summer Or Three Season Tires - If Equipped
536 STARTING AND OPERATING the tire sidewall. Use all season tires only in sets of four; If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only handling of your vehicle.
Page 539: Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 537 Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And CAUTION! Wheel – If Equipped Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a wheel equivalent in look and function to the original compact, full size or limited-use temporary spare equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle...
Page 540: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
538 STARTING AND OPERATING Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip- Full Size Spare – If Equipped ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. on your vehicle at the first opportunity. This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Page 541: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 539 your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the Tire Spinning original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not first opportunity. spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- WARNING! ping when you are stuck.
Page 542: Tread Wear Indicators
540 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the to help you in determining when your tires should be tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
Page 543: Replacement Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 541 “Tread Wear Indicators”). Refer to the “Tire and Loading WARNING! Information” placard for the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six found on the original equipment tire sidewall.
Page 544: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
542 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 545 STARTING AND OPERATING 543 • Install on Rear Tires Only CAUTION! (Continued) • Due to limited clearance, the Security Chain Company • Because of restricted traction device clearance be- (SCC) Super Z6 low profile traction device or equiva- tween tires and other suspension components, it is lent is recommended on P265/60R18 or 265/50R20 important that only traction devices in good condi- tires.
Page 546: Tire Rotation Recommendations
544 STARTING AND OPERATING type tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to main- CAUTION! (Continued) tain mud, snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- a smooth, quiet ride. tions on the method of installation, operating Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 547: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 545 The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure.
Page 548 546 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire For example, your vehicle has a recommended cold pressure as long as the condition exists, and will not turn (parked for more than three hours) tire placard pressure off until the tire pressure is at or above recommended of 33 psi (227 kPa).
Page 549 STARTING AND OPERATING 547 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 equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures have failure or condition.
Page 550: Base System
548 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, A low spare tire will not cause the Tire Pressure Moni- and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in toring Telltale Light to illuminate, a warning message to the tire.
Page 551 STARTING AND OPERATING 549 The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. and off for 75 seconds, and remain on solid when a 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. system fault is detected. In addition, a “SERVICE TPM SYSTEM”...
Page 552: Premium System - If Equipped
550 STARTING AND OPERATING switch cycle, a chime will sound, a “SERVICE TPM SYS- NOTE: It is particularly important, for you to regularly TEM” message will be displayed for a minimum of five sec- check the tire pressure in all of your tires and to maintain onds, and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will the proper pressure.
Page 553 STARTING AND OPERATING 551 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster, and an au- dible chime will be activated, when one or more of the four active road tire pressures are low. In addition, the EVIC will display a “LOW TIRE PRESSURE”...
Page 554 552 STARTING AND OPERATING pressure value(s) will stop “flashing,” and the Tire Pres- sure Monitoring Telltale Light will extinguish once the updated tire pressure(s) have been received. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this information.
Page 555 STARTING AND OPERATING 553 message will not be present, and a pressure value will be pressure values still shown. This indicates the pressure values are still being received from the TPM Sensors but displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can occur by they may not be located in the correct vehicle position.
Page 556: General Information
554 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off General Information for 75 seconds and then remain on solid, and the EVIC will This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for five seconds RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Page 557: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 555 FUEL REQUIREMENTS performance. The use of premium gasoline is not recom- mended, as it will not provide any benefit over regular 3.6L Engine – If Equipped gasoline in these engines. This engine is designed to meet all emis- Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to sions regulations and provide excellent fuel your engine.
Page 558: Reformulated Gasoline
556 STARTING AND OPERATING Reformulated Gasoline CAUTION! Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or gaso- burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” line containing more than 10% Ethanol. Use of these Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe- blends may result in starting and driveability prob- cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im-...
Page 559: Mmt In Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 557 If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 MMT In Gasoline fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is • operate in a lean mode blended into some gasoline to increase octane.
Page 560: Materials Added To Fuel
558 STARTING AND OPERATING Materials Added To Fuel CAUTION! (Continued) All gasoline sold in the United States is required to contain • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition effective detergent additives. Use of additional detergents malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to or other additives is not needed under normal conditions overheat.
Page 561: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 559 Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- WARNING! tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon conditions repaired promptly.
Page 562: Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) - If Equipped
560 STARTING AND OPERATING FLEXIBLE FUEL (3.6L ENGINE 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 563: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
STARTING AND OPERATING 561 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 564: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
562 STARTING AND OPERATING • Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fully When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: compatible with E-85 and may form deposits in your • you do not add less than 5 gallons (19 Liters) when engine.
Page 565: Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 563 Starting Replacement Parts The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). In the designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure range of 0°F (-18°C) to 32°F (0°C), you may experience an that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- increase in the time it takes for your engine to start, and...
Page 566: Adding Fuel
564 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is located behind the locking fuel filler door, on the driver’s side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle.
Page 567 STARTING AND OPERATING 565 CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel cap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let impu- rities into the fuel system. Also, a poorly fitting aftermarket cap can cause the “Malfunction Indi- cator Light (MIL)”...
Page 568 566 STARTING AND OPERATING • Tighten the gas cap about one-quarter turn until you WARNING! hear one click. This is an indication that the cap is • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the properly tightened. vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is •...
Page 569: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 567 5. Pull the release cable. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the SELECT button to turn off the message. If the problem continues, the message will appear the next time the vehicle is started.
Page 570 568 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) springs, tires or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension components sometimes specified by purchasers for in- The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle creased durability does not necessarily increase the vehi- including driver, passengers, vehicle, options and cargo.
Page 571 STARTING AND OPERATING 569 Curb Weight front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shifted The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight from front to rear or rear to front as appropriate until the of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full specified weight limitations are met.
Page 572: Trailer Towing
570 STARTING AND OPERATING TRAILER TOWING exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for In this section you will find safety tips and information further information. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
Page 573 STARTING AND OPERATING 571 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! you use a standard weight-carrying hitch, you could It is important that you do not exceed the maximum lose control of your vehicle and cause a collision. front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded.
Page 574 572 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Sway Control Weight-Distributing Hitch The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to tion associated with the telescoping motion to dampen...
Page 575 STARTING AND OPERATING 573 WARNING! • An improperly adjusted weight-distributing hitch system may reduce handling, stability, and braking performance, and could result in a collision. • Weight-distributing hitch systems may not be compat- ible with Surge Brake Couplers. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recre- ational Vehicle dealer for additional information.
Page 576 574 STARTING AND OPERATING With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct) Improper Adjustment Of Weight-Distributing Hitch (Incorrect)
Page 577: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 575 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class Max. Trailer Hitch In- the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can dustry Standards tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Page 578: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
576 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Max. GTW (Gross Max. Trailer Tongue Engine Model Frontal Area Trailer Wt.) Wt. (See Note) 3.6L 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg)
Page 579: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 577 NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as front is the cause of many trailer collisions. Never exceed part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and the maximum tongue weight stamped on your trailer should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire hitch.
Page 580: Towing Requirements
578 STARTING AND OPERATING • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment CAUTION! put in or on your vehicle • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles • The weight of the driver and all passengers. (805 km) the new vehicle is driven.
Page 581 STARTING AND OPERATING 579 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Page 582 580 STARTING AND OPERATING “Tires – General Information” in “Starting and Oper- WARNING! (Continued) ating” for proper tire inflation procedures. • Total weight must be distributed between the tow • Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- vehicle and the trailer such that the following four sures before trailer usage.
Page 583 STARTING AND OPERATING 581 Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes CAUTION! • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. loaded, it should have its own brakes and they This could cause inadequate braking and possible should be of adequate capacity.
Page 584 582 STARTING AND OPERATING The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven- WARNING! (Continued) pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer har- • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping ness and connector. distance. When towing you should allow for addi- NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle wiring harness.
Page 585 STARTING AND OPERATING 583 Four-Pin Connector Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn 2 — Backup Lamps 6 — Left Stop/Turn 3 — Ground 6 —...
Page 586: Starting And Operating Towing Tips
584 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 min- utes of continuous operation, then change the transmis- Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping sion fluid and filter(s) as specified for “police, taxi, fleet, and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy or frequent trailer towing.”...
Page 587: Snow Plow
STARTING AND OPERATING 585 Cooling System SNOW PLOW To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- Snow plows, winches, and other aftermarket equipment heating, take the following actions: should not be added to the front end of your vehicle. The airbag crash sensors may be affected by the change in the City Driving front end structure.
Page 588: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
586 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Wheel OFF the Towing Condition Two-Wheel Drive Models Four-Wheel Drive Models Ground Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED See Instructions • Transmission in PARK • Transfer case in NEUTRAL (N) •...
Page 589: Recreational Towing - Two-Wheel Drive Models
STARTING AND OPERATING 587 NOTE: Vehicles equipped with Quadra-Lift™ must be This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle lowered to the “Park” (lowest) level, and have automatic trailer. If using a tow dolly, follow this procedure: leveling disabled, before tying them down (from the 1.
Page 590: (Single-Speed Transfer Case) Four-Wheel Drive
588 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- cause severe transmission damage. Damage from ments can cause severe transmission and/or transfer improper towing is not covered under the New case damage.
Page 591 STARTING AND OPERATING 589 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Failure to follow these procedures can cause severe • Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal transmission and/or transfer case damage. Damage damage to the transmission or transfer case will from improper towing is not covered under the occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 592 590 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop and shift the WARNING! (Continued) transmission into PARK. position disengages both the front and rear drive- 2. Turn the engine OFF. shafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move, even if the transmission is in PARK.
Page 593 STARTING AND OPERATING 591 7. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, press and hold the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL (N) button (located by the selector switch) for four seconds. The light behind the N symbol will blink, indicating shift in progress.
Page 594 592 STARTING AND OPERATING 11. Release the brake pedal for five seconds and ensure 16. Release the parking brake. that there is no vehicle movement. 17. Disconnect the negative battery cable, and secure it 12. Turn the engine OFF, then turn the ignition switch away from the negative battery post.
Page 595 STARTING AND OPERATING 593 • A flashing NEUTRAL (N) position indicator light 8. Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, indicates that shift requirements have not been met. press and hold the recessed transfer case NEU- TRAL (N) button (located by the selector switch) for Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) one second.
Page 596 594 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: When shifting out of transfer case NEU- 14. Start the engine. TRAL (N), turning the engine OFF may be required to 15. Press and hold the brake pedal. avoid gear clash. 16. Release the parking brake. 9.
Page 597 STARTING AND OPERATING 595 • The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position NOTE: for a shift to take place and for the position indicator • Steps 1 through 7 are requirements that must be met lights to be operable. If the ignition switch is not in the prior to pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must ON/RUN position, the shift will not take place and no continue to be met until the shift has been completed.
Page 599: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Preparations For Jump-Start ....610 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...598 ▫ Jump-Starting Procedure ....612 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 600: Hazard Warning Flashers
598 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the switch bank just above the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. •...
Page 601: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 599 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads HOT • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the (H), pull over and stop the vehicle.
Page 602: Jack Location
600 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
Page 603: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 601 Preparations For Jacking 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or jacking position. For example, if slippery surfaces.
Page 604: Jacking Instructions
602 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a WARNING! jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a...
Page 605 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 603 3. Assemble the jack and jacking tools. Jack Warning Label CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle. 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and tools from storage. Jack and Tool Assembly 2.
Page 606 604 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. For the front axle, place the jack on the body flange CAUTION! just behind the front tire as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding. Do not raise the Do not attempt to raise vehicle by jacking on loca- vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged.
Page 607 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 605 Front Jacking Location Lift Point Symbol On Sill Molding 5. For a rear tire, place the jack in the slot on the rear tie-down bracket, just forward of the rear tire (as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding).
Page 608 606 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire. Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability. WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable.
Page 609 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 607 CAUTION! WARNING! Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
Page 610: Road Tire Installation
608 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 11. Lower the jack to the fully closed position and return it 13. Have the aluminum road wheel and tire repaired as and the tools to the proper positions in the foam tray. soon as possible, properly secure the spare tire with the special wing nut torqued to 3.7 ft-lbs (5 N·m), 12.
Page 611: Jump-Starting
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 609 2. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped about the correct tightness, have them checked with a end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the torque wrench by your authorized dealer or service lug nuts.
Page 612: Preparations For Jump-Start
610 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
Page 613 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 611 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote posi- WARNING! tive (+) battery post. Pull upward on the cover to • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- remove it. ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the 4.
Page 614: Jump-Starting Procedure
612 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jump-Starting Procedure 3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the booster battery. WARNING! 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to the remote negative (-) post of the vehicle with Failure to follow this procedure could result in per- the discharged battery.
Page 615: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 613 Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in CAUTION! the reverse sequence: Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle 6. Disconnect the negative (-) jumper cable from the power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, remote negative (-) post of the discharged vehicle.
Page 616 614 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Press the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic CAUTION! Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Off mode, • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control”...
Page 617: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 615 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi- • Do not use a chain for freeing a stuck vehicle. cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for Chains may break, causing serious injury or death. longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- •...
Page 618: Shift Lever Override
616 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: 1. Turn the engine OFF. 2.
Page 619: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 617 5. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. may also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing” in the “Starting and Operating” section. 6. Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access hole, and push and hold the override release lever NOTE: Vehicles equipped with Quadra-Lift™...
Page 620 618 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Towing Wheels 2WD Models 4WD Models Condition OFF the Ground Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable: See instructions in “Recreational Towing” • Transmission in NEUTRAL under “Starting and Operating” • 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed •...
Page 621: Without The Key Fob
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 619 If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) approved method of towing without the key fob is with while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN a flatbed truck. Proper towing equipment is necessary to position, not the ACC position.
Page 622: Four-Wheel Drive Models
620 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • The towing distance must not exceed 15 miles (24 km) CAUTION! for 6-speed transmission, or 30 miles (48 km) for 8-speed transmission. Towing faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 15 mi (24 km) with rear wheels on the ground can If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be cause severe engine or transmission damage.
Page 623 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 621 If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transfer CAUTION! case is operable, vehicles with a two-speed transfer case • Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal may be towed (in the forward direction, with ALL wheels on the ground), IF the transfer case is in NEUTRAL and damage to the transmission damage or transfer case the transmission is in PARK.
Page 625: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... .634 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..625 ▫...
Page 626 624 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Front/Rear Axle Fluid ....652 ▫ Front Turn Signal .....673 ▫...
Page 627: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 625 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator) 4 —...
Page 628: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
626 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator) 4 —...
Page 629: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 627 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and drivability.
Page 630: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
628 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently formation.
Page 631: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 629 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced •...
Page 632: Maintenance Procedures
630 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE available which include detailed service information for MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before The pages that follow contain the required maintenance attempting any procedure yourself. services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
Page 633: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 631 check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a CAUTION! (Continued) fully warmed engine is shut off, or before starting the • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids engine after it has sat overnight. that protect the performance and durability of your Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter-...
Page 634 632 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Change Engine Oil American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa- This symbol means that the oil has tion.
Page 635 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 633 Engine Oil Viscosity – 3.6L Engine NOTE: Vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine must use SAE 5W-20 oil. Failure to do so may result in improper SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating operation of the Fuel Saver Technology. Refer to “Fuel temperatures.
Page 636: Engine Oil Filter
634 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high performance may be impaired by supplemental addi- quality filters should be used to assure most efficient tives. service. MOPAR engine oil filters are a high quality oil filter and are recommended.
Page 637: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 635 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection WARNING! The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid used to assure most efficient service.
Page 638: Air Conditioner Maintenance
636 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • It is essential when replacing the cables on the should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer battery that the positive cable is attached to the at the start of each warm season.
Page 639 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 637 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- tioning system.
Page 640 638 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE A/C Air Filter 4. Disengage the two retaining tabs that secure the filter cover to the HVAC housing, and remove the cover. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. WARNING! Do not remove the A/C air filter while the blower is operating or personal injury may result.
Page 641: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 639 6. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter cover, be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the cover.
Page 642 640 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield.
Page 643: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 641 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press blade holder.
Page 644: Exhaust System
642 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance. If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system; To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle; in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged;...
Page 645 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 643 WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control and can eventually poison you.
Page 646: Cooling System
644 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic converter will not require maintenance. However, it is important to vehicle. keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst •...
Page 647 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 645 Engine Coolant Checks proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock. Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti- 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery applicable).
Page 648 646 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection Of Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not CAUTION! be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
Page 649 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 647 Please review these recommendations for using Organic Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze). tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
Page 650 648 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
Page 651 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 649 • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti- coolant bottle.
Page 652: Brake System
650 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter WARNING! (Continued) operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may possible brake damage. You would not have your full result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) braking capacity in an emergency.
Page 653 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 651 With disc brakes, the fluid level can be expected to fall as WARNING! (Continued) the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has should be conducted.
Page 654: Front/Rear Axle Fluid
652 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The front axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to WARNING! (Continued) 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m). • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be CAUTION! damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
Page 655: Transfer Case
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 653 Adding Fluid CAUTION! Add fluid at the filler hole, until it runs out of the hole, Do not over tighten the plugs as it could damage then when the vehicle is in a level position. and cause them to leak. Drain Selection Of Lubricant First remove fill plug, then remove drain plug.
Page 656: Automatic Transmission
654 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Transmission CAUTION! (Continued) Selection Of Lubricant in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and ensure optimum transmission performance and life.
Page 657 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 655 with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis- CAUTION! sion damage. Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as CAUTION! the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- nents. Such damage is not covered by the New •...
Page 658 656 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check – 5.7L Engine 5. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until seated. It is best to check the fluid level when the transmission is at normal operating temperature (approximately 180°F / 6.
Page 659 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 657 NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below NOTE: To prevent dirt and water from entering the the operating temperature, the fluid level should be transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make between the two “COLD” (lower) holes on the dipstick sure that the dipstick cap is properly reseated.
Page 660: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
658 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage.
Page 661 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 659 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- Special Care lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and Tar Remover to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 662 660 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, CAUTION! de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These •...
Page 663 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 661 • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean, or a Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt stain.
Page 664 662 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cleaning Headlights Glass Surfaces Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis lights (if equipped) that are lighter and less susceptible to with MOPAR Glass Cleaner, or any commercial stone breakage than glass headlights.
Page 665 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 663 Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses Seat Belt Maintenance The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care solvents or abrasive cleaners.
Page 666: Fuses
664 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Totally Integrated Power Module The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A description of each fuse and compo- nent may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
Page 667 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 665 Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Power Liftgate 40 Amp Power Seat Pink Module Green 30 Amp Trailer Tow 30 Amp E-Brake Pink Pink 25 Amp Driver Door Node 30 Amp Headlamp Wash...
Page 668 666 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Front Cabin Fan/ 20 Amp Front/Rear Washer Green Blower Blue Control 40 Amp Starter Motor Sole- 25 Amp Sunroof Module Green noid Natural...
Page 669 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 667 Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Cigar Lighter 10 Amp Heating, Ventilation Yellow & Air Conditioning (Climate Control 20 Amp Power Outlet #2 System) Yellow (Switchable) 30 Amp Radio/Amplifier 20 Amp...
Page 670 668 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Power Seat 25 Amp Automatic Shut- Yellow Module(s)/ Natural down 1 and 2 Adaptive Cruise 15 Amp Instrument Cluster Control/Audio Blue Telematics/ 20 Amp...
Page 671 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 669 Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Fuel Pump Motor 10 Amp Tire Pressure Moni- Yellow Output/Diesel Lift tor – If Equipped Pump (Export 15 Amp J1962 Diag Only) Blue Connector...
Page 672 670 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Car- Mini Description CAUTION! tridge Fuse • When installing the totally integrated power mod- Fuse ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is 10 Amp Park Assist properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do Module/Climate so may allow water to get into the totally integrated Control System...
Page 673: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 671 VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 Interior Bulbs days you may want to take steps to protect your battery. You may: Bulb Number • Remove fuse #J13 in the Totally Integrated Power Glove Box Lamp Module (TIPM) labeled Main Ignition-Off Draw (IOD).
Page 674: Bulb Replacement
672 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Bulb Number Rear Turn/Stop/Tail 3057 Headlamps (Low Beam) Lamps Headlamps (High Beam) 9005 NOTE: Headlamps (Low Beam) D1S (Serviced At Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be – High Intensity Authorized Dealer) purchased from your authorized dealer.
Page 675: Halogen Headlamps - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 673 3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb. WARNING! CAUTION! A transient high voltage occurs at the bulb sockets of High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps when the Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil headlamp switch is turned ON.
Page 676: Front Fog Lamps
674 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! • Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, bulb with rubbing alcohol.
Page 677: Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 675 6. Firmly and evenly push the bulb straight into the lamp housing until both tabs snap firmly into place and are fully engaged. 7. Connect the wiring harness to the front fog lamp connector. Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamps 1.
Page 678: Rear Liftgate Mounted Tail Lamp
676 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Liftgate Mounted Tail Lamp 1. Raise the liftgate. 2. Use a fiber stick or flat blade screw driver to pry the lower trim from the liftgate. 3. Once lower trim is loose, close the liftgate. 4.
Page 679: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 677 Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Rear License Lamp The center high-mounted stop lamp is an LED assembly. 1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the See your authorized dealer for replacement. snap tab to remove the license lamp lens.
Page 680: Fluid Capacities
678 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 3.6L and 5.7L Engines 25 Gallons 94 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters 5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System* 3.6L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/...
Page 681: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 679 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 682: Chassis
680 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Transfer Case – Single-Speed (Quadra-Trac I ) Shell Automatic Transmission Fluid 3353 or equivalent. Transfer Case – Two-Speed (Quadra-Trac II ) MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or...
Page 683 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 681 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 Brake Fluid, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids or equivalent.
Page 685 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .684 ▫ Maintenance Chart.....686...
Page 686 684 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Information Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Understanding indicator system. The oil change indicator system will Your Instrument Panel”...
Page 687 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 685 Required Maintenance At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following • Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped pages for required maintenance. with dipstick. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil •...
Page 688 686 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your ve- hicle for police, taxi, fleet, off- road or frequent trailer towing.
Page 689 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 687 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace the air conditioning filter. Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine).** Replace spark plugs (5.7L engine).** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Page 690 688 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change automatic transmission fluid and filter, if using your ve- hicle for police, taxi, fleet, off- road or frequent trailer towing. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. Change transfer case fluid.
Page 691 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 689 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 693: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .693 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
Page 694 692 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .700 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....699 ▫...
Page 695: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 693 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 696: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
694 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
Page 697: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 695 In Mexico contact: Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Sante Fe C.P.
Page 698: Warranty Information
696 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service WARNING! contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain manufacturer’s service contract.
Page 699: Mopar Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 697 MOPAR PARTS campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are dealer, and the manufacturer. available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety operating at its best.
Page 700: Publication Order Forms
698 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Diagnostic Procedure Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix cepted.
Page 701: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 699 Call toll free at: All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades. • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) Treadwear • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 702: Traction Grades
700 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Traction Grades controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and and C.
Page 703 INDEX...
Page 704 702 INDEX Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .227 Alarm, Panic ......27 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .
Page 705 INDEX 703 Fluid and Filter Changes ....657 Brake System ......650 Fluid Change .
Page 706 704 INDEX Carbon Monoxide Warning ....115 Clean Air Gasoline ......556 Cargo Area Cover .
Page 707 INDEX 705 Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...647 Dealer Service......629 Cooling System.
Page 708 706 INDEX Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ..287 Compartment ......625 Electric Rear Window Defrost.
Page 709 INDEX 707 Ethanol ....... .556 Replacement Parts ..... .563 Event Data Recorder .
Page 710 708 INDEX Systems ......482 Tank Capacity ......678 Four Wheel Drive Operation .
Page 711 INDEX 709 Gear Ranges ......463 Hill Descent Control ..... . .517 Gear Select Lever Override .
Page 712 710 INDEX Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ....663 Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....19 Integrated Power Module (Fuses) .
Page 713 INDEX 711 Bulb Replacement ..... .672 Rear Servicing ......675 Cargo .
Page 714 712 INDEX Power Door ......35 Outside ......128 Lubrication, Body .
Page 715 INDEX 713 Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ....496 Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ... . .7 Oil Change Indicator ..... . .340 Outside Rearview Mirrors .
Page 716 714 INDEX Inverter ......292 Radial Ply Tires ......535 Lift Gate .
Page 717 INDEX 715 Refrigerant ......637 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ....118 Reminder, Seat Belt.
Page 718 716 INDEX Untwisting Procedure ....61 Shifting ....... .460 Seats .
Page 719 INDEX 717 Starting and Operating .....453 System, Remote Starting .....30 Starting Procedures .
Page 720 718 INDEX Load Capacity ......527 Towing ....... .570 Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .
Page 721 INDEX 719 Transmission Variance, Compass ......348 Automatic ......462 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .
Page 722 720 INDEX Windows ....... .43 Power .......43 Windshield Defroster.
Page 723 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only frequency signals.
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