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Page 2 With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This Canada Inc.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 4 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 5 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
Page 6: Introduction
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision your satisfaction.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Stamped VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
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Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ......29 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) . . .72 SLIDING SIDE DOOR ....48 ▫...
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 COMMERCIAL CARGO VEHICLES (NO FACTORY SAFETY TIPS ......119 INSTALLED REAR SEATS) —...
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS When released from the START position, the switch automatically returns to the ON/RUN position. Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and a Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) with integral ignition switch.
Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 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 16 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Power window switches will also remain active WARNING! (Continued) for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been • Do not leave children or animals inside parked turned to OFF, depending upon the accessory delay vehicles in hot weather.
Page 17: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 With the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ feature, opening the After turning the ignition switch to the ON/RUN posi- driver’s door when the vehicle’s ignition switch is placed tion, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three in ACC or ON/RUN (engine stopped) will cause the seconds for a bulb check.
Page 18: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat- Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and ible with some after-market remote starting systems. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided problems and loss of security protection.
Page 19: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Customer Key Programming power liftgate are disabled. The Vehicle Security Alarm provides both audible and visible signals, for the first Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be three minutes, the headlights will turn on, the park lamps performed at an authorized dealer.
Page 20 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Arm The System exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for further infor- Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: mation). 1. Remove the key from the ignition system (refer to •...
Page 21 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 • Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF • When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, the interior position. power door lock switches will not unlock the doors. • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your press the Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 22: Illuminated Entry - If Equipped
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tamper Alert The lights will fade to off after approximately 30 seconds, or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in switch is turned to ON/RUN from the OFF position. your absence, the horn will sound three times and the exterior lights blink three times when you unlock the NOTE:...
Page 23: Using The Rke Transmitter
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 using a hand-held Key Fob with RKE transmitter. The Using The RKE Transmitter RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the Three-button RKE transmitters will provide basic UN- vehicle to activate the system. LOCK, LOCK and PANIC functions.
Page 24 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE (optional), power sliding doors, Remote Start feature Remote Unlock Doors And Liftgate (optional). Some features can be programmed to the Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE customers preferences. For example, flash headlights or transmitter once to unlock the driver’s side or twice to sound horn on LOCK.
Page 25 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, the Remote 5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to Unlock feature can be enabled or disabled by perform- its previous setting. ing the following steps: NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- 1.
Page 26 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Sound Horn With Remote Lock 2. Press the LOCK button on a programmed RKE trans- mitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors seconds.
Page 27 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Using The Panic Alarm Power Open/Close Power Liftgate — If Equipped To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, press and hold Press the LIFTGATE button twice on the RKE transmitter the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one within five seconds to Open/Close the Power Liftgate.
Page 28 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Open/Close Left Power Sliding Door — If RKE transmitter is pushed while the door is being power- Equipped closed, the door will reverse to the full open position. Press the LEFT Power Sliding Door button twice on the If the vehicle is locked and the Vehicle Security Alarm is RKE transmitter within five seconds to Power Open/ armed, pressing the RIGHT Power Sliding Door button...
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- following steps: ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not touch the battery terminals that are on the back 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade housing or the printed circuit board. screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart.
Page 31: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 4. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves together. REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conve- niently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security.
Page 32: How To Use Remote Start
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Vehicle theft alarm not active How To Use Remote Start • Ignition in Off position (Keyless Enter-N-Go™) All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will Remote Start: WARNING! •...
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle To Enter Remote Start Mode Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped The following messages will display in the EVIC if the Press and release the REMOTE START button vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- turely:...
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The engine can be started times (two 15 minutes equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15-minute cycle, cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However, the igni- press and release the START/STOP button. If the tion switch must be cycled by pushing the START/ START/STOP button is not present, insert the Key Fob STOP button twice (or the ignition switch must be...
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 • The hazard switch is pressed To Run” will display in the EVIC until you insert and turn the key to ON/RUN position. Refer to “Electronic • The shift lever is moved out of PARK Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”...
Page 36: Door Locks
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When To Reset Remote Start The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of two times. The vehicle is also allowed a maximum of one failed start, where the Remote Starting sequence was initiated but the engine stopped cranking without start- ing.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 WARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key Fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
Page 38: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks — If Equipped the Key Fob or closing the door will allow the locks to operate. A chime will sound if the Key Fob is in the A power door lock switch is on each front door trim ignition switch and a door is open, as a reminder to panel.
Page 39: Keyless Enter-N-Go
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 If you press the power door lock switch while the sliding The Unlock Doors Automatically On Exit feature will not door is open, the sliding door will lock. operate if there is any manual operation of the power door locks (lock or unlock).
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: To Unlock From The Driver’s Side: • Passive Entry may be programmed ON/OFF; refer to With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ (1.5 m) of the driver’s door handle, grab the driver’s front Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable...
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is programmed Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry RKE all doors will unlock when you grab hold of the driver’s Transmitter In Vehicle front door handle. To select between “Unlock Driver To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a Door 1st Press”...
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Enter The Liftgate To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitters (1.5 m) of the liftgate, cycle the handle to open the liftgate within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Press The Door Handle Button To Lock Do NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 44: Windows
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WINDOWS • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you Power Vent Windows — If Equipped must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock The Power Vent Window Switch located on the driver’s the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle.
Page 45: Power Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Power Windows NOTE: Power Window switches will also remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been You can control either the front or rear windows using turned to OFF, depending upon the accessory delay switches located on the driver’s door trim panel.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Window Lockout Switch — If Equipped Front Passenger Power Window Switch The driver may lock out the rear power windows by There is a single switch on the front passenger’s door depressing the bar switch just below the power window trim panel which operates the passenger door window switches.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Auto-Down Feature — If Equipped The front window switches may be equipped with an Auto-Down feature. Press the window switch past the detent, release, and the window will go down automati- cally. To open the window part way, press the window switch part way and release it when you want the window to stop.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger Auto Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection — If Equipped the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto- closure. If this happens, pull the switch lightly to the The front driver and front passenger switches may be first detent and hold to close window manually.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 2. Push the window switch down firmly to the second detent to open the window completely and continue to hold the switch down for an additional two seconds after the window is fully open. Sliding Side Door Power Window Switch —...
Page 50: Sliding Side Door
48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Wind Buffeting To keep your door operating properly, observe the fol- lowing guidelines: Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of • Always open the door smoothly. pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
Page 51: Power Sliding Side Door - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 NOTE: The left side sliding door cannot be opened Press the button on the RKE transmitter twice within 5 while the fuel door is open. This feature operates only seconds to open a power sliding door. When the door is when the sliding door is fully closed prior to opening the fully open, pressing the button twice within 5 seconds a fuel door.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The power sliding side door must be unlocked If the inside or outside door handles are used while the before the power sliding door switches will operate. power sliding side door is activated, the power sliding door feature will be canceled and will go into manual mode.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 • If anything obstructs the power sliding side door while WARNING! it is closing or opening, the door will automatically reverse to the closed or open position, provided it You, or others, could be injured if caught in the path meets sufficient resistance.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Within 10 seconds of the final cycle, press the HAZ- ARD switch ON. 4. A single chime will sound to signify that you have successfully completed the programming. You can turn the feature back on by repeating the previous procedure.
Page 55: Sliding Side Door Child Protection Lock
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Sliding Side Door Child Protection Lock To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the sliding doors are equipped with a Child Protection Door Lock system. NOTE: When the Child Protection Door Lock system is engaged, the door can be opened only by using the outside door handle even though the inside door lock is in the unlocked position.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • When the Child Protection Door Lock system is en- WARNING! gaged, (even if the inside door lock is in the unlocked position) the door can be opened only by using the Avoid trapping anyone in the vehicle in a collision.
Page 57: Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 • The power sliding door will operate from the outside NOTE: door handle, the RKE transmitter, the switches on the • After setting the Child Protection Door Lock system, overhead console, or the switches located on the always test the door from the inside to make certain it b-pillar trim panel, just in front of the power sliding is in the desired position.
Page 58: Power Liftgate - If Equipped
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To open the liftgate, press the liftgate release handle Power Liftgate — If Equipped located on the underside of the license plate bar and pull The power liftgate may be opened manually or by using the liftgate open with one fluid motion.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Overhead Console Master Power Switch Rear Power Liftgate Switch When the RKE transmitter button is pressed and the 1 — Left Door 3 — Right Door Flash Lights feature is enabled, the tail lights will flash 2 —...
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • During power operation, whether liftgate is fully open WARNING! or fully closed, the liftgate chime will beep several times indicating power operation is in progress. During power operation, personal injury or cargo damage may occur.
Page 61: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 (62°C). Be sure to remove any buildup of snow or ice Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. from the liftgate before pressing any of the power However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera- liftgate buttons.
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) Please pay close attention to the information in this that span the front, second, and third row seating for section. It tells you how to use your restraint system the driver and passengers seated next to a window properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under risk of harm from a deploying air bag: their arm. If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child 1.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be WARNING! (Continued) modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment under If You Need Assistance .
Page 65: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! (Continued) can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- from the vehicle.
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or your injuries in a collision much worse. You might outside of a vehicle.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 2. The seat belt latch plate is near the seatback of the WARNING! front seats and next to your arm in the rear seats. • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt.
Page 68 66 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 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. Pull the strap down and secure the small latch plate of The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- the lap belt into the small buckle until you hear a “click”.
Page 71: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 pushing anywhere on the anchorage. To move the an- you will prefer a higher position. When you release the chorage downward, squeeze the actuation buttons while anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that simultaneously pushing down on the anchorage assem- it is locked in position.
Page 72: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • ALR — Automatic Locking Retractor anytime a child safety seat is installed in a seating position that has a belt with this feature. Children 12 If the passenger seating position is equipped with an years old and under should always be properly re- ALR and is being used for normal usage: strained in the rear seat.
Page 73: Energy Management Feature
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 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 74: Supplemental Active Head Restraints (Ahr)
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 CAUTION! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a collision.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. 1 — Downward Movement Hand Positioning Points On AHR 2 — Rearward Movement 2. Position the hands on the top of the deployed AHR at a comfortable position.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 AHR In Reset Position 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism NOTE: • If you have difficulties or problems resetting the Active 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock Head Restraints, see an authorized dealer.
Page 78: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
5 mph (8 km/h), by blinking the Seat Belt BeltAlert can be enabled or disabled by your authorized Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime. dealer. Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend deac- Once the sequence starts, it will continue for the entire tivating BeltAlert .
Page 79: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts Using a seat belt extender when not needed can throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In addition, the vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental NOTE: These air bags are certified to the new Federal Driver Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument regulations for Advanced Air Bags. panel below the steering column.
Page 81: Air Bag System Components
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 • Air Bag Warning Light and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC air bags are located above the side windows and their • Steering Wheel and Column covers are also labeled: SRS AIRBAG. •...
Page 82: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • No objects should be placed over or near the air driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides bag on the instrument panel, because any such output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a...
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may deploys independently;...
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING! • Should a vehicle rollover occur, the pretensioners • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right and/or SAB and SABIC air bags on both sides of the Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain vehicle may deploy.
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Always sit upright as possible with your back against the WARNING! (Continued) seat back, use the seat belts properly, and use the • Your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, do appropriate sized child restraint, infant restraint or not have any accessory items installed which will booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the...
Page 86: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE improved protection for the driver and front passenger. collisions depending on several factors, including the Side air bags also work with seat belts to improve severity and type of collision. Advanced Front Air Bags occupant protection.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration The ORC contains a backup power supply system that over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE are possible, based on several factors, including the WARNING! collision type and severity. The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags their full size.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag. The trim cover between the occupant and the door. The SAB fully inflate separates and folds out of the way allowing the air bag to in about 10 milliseconds. The side air bag moves at a very inflate to the full size.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE to blink your eyes) with enough force to injure you if you Enhanced Accident Response System are not belted and seated properly, or if items are In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if positioned in the area where the side curtain air bag the communication network remains intact, and the inflates.
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 • As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like If A Deployment Occurs particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air immediately after deployment.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! WARNING! Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, • Modifications to any part of the air bag system seat belt pretensioners, and the front seat belt retrac- could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag You will want to have the air bags ready to system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may inflate for your protection in a collision.
Page 94: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint were buckled/fastened; Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may •...
Page 95: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is There are different sizes and types of restraints for required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. children from newborn size to the child almost large In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, enough for an adult safety belt.
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: additional information, refer WARNING! www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK. Cana- dian residents should refer to Transport Canada’s web- In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a site for additional information: http://www.tc.gc.ca/ projectile inside the vehicle.
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 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 younger Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible and who have not reached the height or Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear weight limits of their child restraint...
Page 98 96 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 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 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 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large For Booster Seats 5. Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle.
Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 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 102 100 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 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Second Row Bench Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating Second Row Captains Chairs position Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating Top Tether Anchorage Symbol position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system weight + weight of the child re- until the combined weight of the straint) for using the LATCH an- child and the child restraint is 65 lbs chorage system to attach the child (29.5 kg).
Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 Can two child restraints be attached Never “share” a LATCH anchorage using a common lower LATCH an- with two or more child restraints. If chorage? the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchor- ages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH...
Page 106 104 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 107 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 LATCH Anchorages LATCH Anchorages (Third Row 60/40 Anchorages Shown) (Third Row 60/40 Anchorage Shown) Locating The LATCH Anchorages LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower In addition, there are tether strap anchors lo- anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the...
Page 108: Commercial Cargo Vehicles
106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a Center Seat LATCH tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end If a child restraint installed in the center position blocks to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the seat belt webbing or buckle for the outboard position, the strap after it is attached to the anchorage.
Page 109 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 To Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint 5. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to the top tether anchorage. See the section “Installing Child 1. If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- Restraints Using the Top Tether Anchorage”...
Page 110 108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE with it and accidentally lock the seatbelt retractor. Before Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat installing a child restraint using the LATCH system, Belt buckle the seat belt behind the child restraint and out of The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are the child’s reach.
Page 111 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle Second Row Bench Second Row Captains Chair I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 112 110 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 113 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 Installing A Child Restraint with a Switchable back into the retractor. As the webbing retracts, you Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) will hear a clicking sound. This means the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode. 1.
Page 114 112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by 3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt “click.”...
Page 115 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113 Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary. Anchorage — Second Row Captains Chairs If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the 1.
Page 116 114 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram. LATCH Anchorages (Third Row 60/40 Anchorage Shown) 4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child Rear Seat Tether Strap Mounting restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 117: Commercial Cargo Vehicles (No Factory Installed Rear Seats) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 115 COMMERCIAL CARGO VEHICLES (NO FACTORY WARNING! INSTALLED REAR SEATS) — IF EQUIPPED • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to Commercial cargo vehicles are not designed for use as a increased head motion and possible injury to the family vehicle and are not intended for carrying children child.
Page 118 116 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! NEVER carry a child in a rear facing infant carrier in a vehicle without rear seats. In a collision, serious injury or death may occur from the deploying pas- senger airbag. Commercial Child Restraint Tether Anchor This vehicle is equipped with a child restraint tether anchor located on the lower rear of the front passenger...
Page 119: Restraining Infants And Small Children In Commercial Cargo Vehicles
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 117 • A convertible child seat, one that is designed to be WARNING! used for children who are too heavy for a rearward- facing infant seat, may be used IN THE FORWARD Rearward-facing infant restraints must never be se- FACING POSITION ONLY, IT MUST NEVER BE IN- cured in the passenger seat of a vehicle with a STALLED FACING TO THE REAR IN A COMMER-...
Page 120 118 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tether Installation For Commercial Cargo Vehicles 5. Following the child seat manufacturer’s instructions, tighten the child restraint tether strap. To secure the child restraint upper tether strap to the vehicle, follow the instructions shown: 6.
Page 121: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 119 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! A long break-in period is not required for the engine and Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. in the engine or damage may result. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
Page 122: Exhaust Gas
120 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas WARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked WARNING! vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon cause serious injury or death. monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Page 123: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 121 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the Seat Belts engine running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 124 122 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while WARNING! driving, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- Defroster sonal injury.
Page 125: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 123 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside WARNING! (Continued) The Vehicle • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always Tires properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning. Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear •...
Page 126 124 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lights Fluid Leaks Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or panel.
Page 127: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With Memory MIRRORS ......132 Seat Only) —...
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Phone Call Features ....156 ▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ....187 ▫...
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 ▫ Dimmer Controls .....224 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED ..214 ▫...
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Rear Wiper And Washer ....231 PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED ......240 ▫...
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 ▫ Turning ParkView On Or Off — Without ▫ Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button . .263 Navigation/Multimedia Radio ... .252 ▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ..263 OVERHEAD CONSOLES .
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Sunshade Operation....269 ▫ Smoker’s Package Kit — If Equipped ..279 ▫...
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 CONSOLE FEATURES ....288 REAR WINDOW FEATURES ....296 ▫...
Page 134: Mirrors
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
Page 135: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 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 to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated.
Page 136: Outside Mirrors
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors Driver’s Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight The driver’s outside mirror will automatically adjust for overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror.
Page 137: Power Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Power Mirrors — If Equipped The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a The power mirror controls are located on the driver-side mirror, press either the L (left) or R (right) to select the door trim panel.
Page 138: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Mirrors — If Equipped NOTE: The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature is not enabled when delivered from the factory. The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature can be enabled or disabled in the Elec- These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice.
Page 139: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped BLIND SPOT MONITORING — IF EQUIPPED An illuminated vanity mirror is located on the sun visor. The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to the mirror cover upward.
Page 140 138 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 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Sensor Locations BSM Warning Light 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 142 140 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 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed of 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.
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtaking/Passing Stationary Objects The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in berms, etc.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 WARNING! The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones. The BSM system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
Page 146: Rear Cross Path
144 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 147: Modes Of Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 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 148 146 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 149: Uconnect Phone - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Uconnect Phone — IF EQUIPPED Uconnect Phone allows you to transfer calls between the system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit your Uconnect Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s microphone vehicle communications system.
Page 150 148 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 151: Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Operation part of the command when you are asked for it. For example, you can use the compound form voice com- Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect mand “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break the Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect Phone compound form command into two voice commands: menu structure.
Page 152 150 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 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 • 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 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a name in the phonebook, refer to “Add Names to Your “Home”, “Work”, “Mobile”, or “Other”). This will Uconnect Phonebook”, in the phonebook.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 • A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down- Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone loaded and updated every time a phone is connected to the Uconnect Phone. If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, •...
Page 156 154 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 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 • 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 158: Phone Call Features
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE List All Names In The Uconnect Phonebook Phone Call Features • Press the The following features can be accessed through the button to begin. Uconnect Phone if the feature(s) are available on your •...
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — Call in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to “Toggling Currently In Progress Between Calls” in this section. To combine two calls, refer to “Conference Call”...
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Conference Call active call is terminated by the phone far end, a call on hold may not become active automatically. This is cell When two calls are in progress (one active and one on phone-dependent.
Page 161: Uconnect Phone Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 switched to OFF. Call continuation functionality avail- Uconnect Phone Features able on the vehicle can be any one of three types: Language Selection • After the ignition is switched to OFF, a call can To change the language that the Uconnect Phone is continue on the Uconnect Phone either until the call using:...
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Emergency Assistance NOTE: • The emergency number dialed is based on the country If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is reachable: where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. and Canada and 060 for Mexico).
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 NOTE: WARNING! • The roadside assistance number dialed is based on the To use you Uconnect Phone System in an emer- country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- gency, your mobile phone must be: 2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14- •...
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Mail Calling enter your PIN followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you can press the button and say, “3 7 4 6 # Send”. To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to “Working Saying a number, or sequence of numbers, followed by with Automated Systems”.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 • Some paging and voice mail systems have system time • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say out settings that are too short and may not allow the one of the following: use of this feature.
Page 166: Advanced Phone Connectivity
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Following the beep, say “Mute”. dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth mobile phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s In order to un-mute the Uconnect Phone: audio system. The Uconnect Phone will work the same •...
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Connect Or Disconnect Link Between The lowest priority. To “Select” or “Delete” a paired phone Uconnect Phone And Mobile Phone being announced, press the button and say “Se- lect” or “Delete”. Also, see the next two sections for an Your mobile phone can be paired with many different alternate way to “Select”...
Page 168: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect Phone will return to using the highest Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect priority phone present in or near (approximately Phone within 30 ft (9 m)) the vehicle. Uconnect Phone Tutorial Delete Uconnect Phone Paired Mobile Phones To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press the •...
Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 • Press the button and say the “Voice Training”, This will delete all phone pairing, phone book entries, “System Training”, or “Start Voice Training” com- and other settings in all language modes. The System will mand.
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • low road noise, • Phonebook (Downloaded and Uconnect Phone Lo- • smooth road surface, cal) name recognition rate is optimized when the entries are not similar. • fully closed windows, • dry weather condition. •...
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 • smooth road surface, • fully closed windows, Uconnect Phone can read or send new messages on • dry weather conditions, and your phone. • operation from the driver’s seat. Read Messages: • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness If you receive a new text message while your phone is to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and connected to Uconnect Phone, an announcement will be...
Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages: 3. Where are you? You can send messages using Uconnect Phone. To send 4. I need more direction. a new message: 5. L O L • Press the button. 6. Why •...
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 16. Can this wait? Bluetooth Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the 17. Bye for now Uconnect Phone. When this happens, the connection 18. When can we meet? can generally be reestablished by switching the phone off/on.
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 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 178 176 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 179: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 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 following conditions: The Uconnect Voice Command system allows •...
Page 180 178 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 181: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 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 182 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) Radio AM • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: Satellite Radio •...
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Disc Mode Bluetooth Streaming (BT) Mode To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you To switch to Bluetooth Streaming (BT) mode, say may say the following commands: “Bluetooth Streaming”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Change to setup” – “Delete” (to delete the recording) • “Main menu setup” or • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) — During the playback you may press the Voice Com- •...
Page 185: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Voice Training SEATS For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect vehicle. Voice “Voice Training” feature may be used. WARNING! 1.
Page 186: Power Seats - If Equipped
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats — If Equipped Some models may be equipped with eight-way power seats for the driver and front passenger. The power seat switches are located on the outboard side of the seat. The switches control the movement of the seat cushion and the seatback.
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 WARNING! CAUTION! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Do not place any article under a power seat or Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to control which could cause a collision and serious the seat controls.
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Tilting The Seat Up Or Down WARNING! The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted in four • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. directions. Pull upward or push downward on the front Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of or rear of the seat switch, the front or rear of the seat control which could cause a collision and serious...
Page 189: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path.
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting System WARNING! — If Equipped” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin Vehicle” for further information. because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, Front Heated Seats spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-...
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt within two to five minutes. When the HIGH-level setting is selected, the heater will provide a boosted heat level during the initial stages of operation.
Page 192: Manual Front/Second Row Seat Adjuster
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. When the HIGH-level setting is selected, the heater will Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of provide a boosted heat level during the initial stages of heat in use.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
Page 194: Manual Reclining Seats - If Equipped
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Reclining Seats — If Equipped To recline, lean forward slightly, lift the lever, then push back to the desired position and release the lever. Lean For models equipped with manual reclining seats, the forward and lift the lever to return the seatback to its recline lever is located on the outboard side of the seat.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 identified by any markings, only through visual inspec- WARNING! tion of the head restraint. The head restraint will be split in two halves, with the front half being soft foam and The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- trim, the back half being decorative plastic.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push forward and rearward. To tilt the head restraint closer to button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the downward on the head restraint.
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players.
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose cargo. To avoid accidental deployment of the Ac- tive Head Restraint ensure that all cargo is secured, as loose cargo could contact the Active Head Re- straint during sudden stops.
Page 199: Stow 'N Go Seating - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 Head Restraints — Third Row NOTE: Seat will not stow in the storage bin unless the armrests are raised. The head restraint in the center position can be raised and lowered for tether routing. Refer to “Occupant Re- 4.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Pull upward on the seatback recliner lever located on The non-adjustable head restraint and seatback will fold the outboard side of the seat. automatically during the seat tumble. No additional actuation is necessary. Seatback Recliner Lever, Seat Tumble, And Head Restraint Fold Lever Non-Adjustable Head Restraint...
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 Tumbled Second Row Seat Automatic Folding Seatback The seat will automatically tumble into position for easy storage. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. Push the seat into the storage bin. CAUTION! The storage bin cover must be locked and flat to avoid damage from contact with the front seat tracks, which have minimal clearance to the cover. WARNING! In a collision, serious injury could result if the seat storage bin covers are not properly latched.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 To Unstow Second Row Seats 1. Return the seatback to the upright position. 1. Pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover. 2. Pull up on the strap to lift the seat out of the storage bin and push the seat rearward to latch the seat anchors.
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Return the head restraint to the upright position. Easy Entry Second Row The second row Stow ’n Go seats allow easy entry to the third row seat or rear cargo area. Pull up on the seatback recliner lever on the outboard side of the seat.
Page 205: Quad Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 The seat will automatically fold into position for easy entry into the third row. WARNING! In the event of a collision you could be injured if the seat is not fully latched. Quad Seats — If Equipped Both Quad seats are adjustable forward or rearward.
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 Fold-Flat Easy Entry To fold the seat, lift the recliner lever to the full upward The Quad seats can be tilted forward for easy entry into position and push the seatback forward until it rests on the third row.
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For passengers seated in the third row, there is a pull Removal strap located on the outboard side of the seat near the The Quad seats can be removed if additional storage is bottom of the seat back.
Page 209: Second Row Bench Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 Second Row Bench Seat — If Equipped Release levers are located on the rear leg assemblies, near the floor. To remove the seat, squeeze each release handle While the bench seat does not stow in the floor, it is and rotate downwards to deploy the wheels.
Page 210: Third Row Power Recline - If Equipped
208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To reinstall the seat, align the seat into the detent posi- tions on the floor. Squeeze the release handle and rotate upward until the lock indicator button returns into the handle. WARNING! If not properly latched, the bench seats could become loose.
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 NOTE: Lower the head restraint by pulling on the release strap marked “1” located on the outboard side of the head restraint. One Touch Folding Seat Third Row The rear switch bank allows multiple power folding and unfolding positions for the third row seats.
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Left and right third row seats can be folded individually NOTE: or together. The third row power folding seat adjusts to • Disconnect the center shoulder belt from the small the following positions using the switch bank located on buckle and lower the head restraints before attempting the left rear trim panel: to fold/stow the power third row seats.
Page 213: Manually Folding Third Row Seats - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 Manually Folding Third Row Seats — If Equipped 1. Lower the center head restraint down to the seatback by pushing the button on the guide and pushing the head restraint down. 2. Lower the outboard head restraints by pulling on the release strap marked “1”...
Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull release strap marked “2” located on the rear of the 4. Pull release strap marked “3” to release the anchors. seat to lower the seatback. Release Strap “3” Release Strap “2” I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 5. Pull release strap marked “4” and tumble the seat rearward into the storage bin. Stowed Third Row Seat To Unfold Third Row Seats Release Strap “4” 1. Pull up on the assist strap to lift the seat out of the storage bin and push the seat forward until the anchors latch.
Page 216: Plastic Grocery Bag Retainer Hooks
214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pulling strap “4” releases the seatback to return to its WARNING! full upright position. To avoid serious injury or death, never operate the 4. Raise the head restraint to its upright position. vehicle with occupants in the third row seat while in the tailgate mode.
Page 217: Setting Memory Positions And Linking Rke
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 Setting Memory Positions And Linking RKE Transmitter To Memory NOTE: Each time the SET (S) button and a numbered button (1 or 2) is pressed, you erase the memory settings for that button and store a new one. 1.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Turn on the radio and set the radio station presets (up 11. Select “Remote Linked to Memory” in the Electronic to 10 AM and 10 FM stations can be set). Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) and enter “Yes”. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center 6.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 To recall the memory setting for driver two, press 3. Press and release the memory SET (S) button located MEMORY button 2 on the driver’s door or the UNLOCK on the driver’s door. A chime will sound signaling that button on the RKE transmitter linked to Memory Position you are in the memory set mode.
Page 220: Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With Memory Seat Only)
218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Once programmed, all RKE transmitters linked will return to its previously set position when you to memory can be easily enabled or disabled at one time. insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it out of Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ the LOCK position.
Page 221: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 NOTE: The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature can be enabled TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD or disabled through the programmable features in the To open the hood, two latches must be released. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). If your 1.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Move to the front of the vehicle and look inside the Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open center of the hood opening. Locate, then push the position.
Page 223: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 LIGHTS Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent for parking light and instrument panel light operation. Headlight Switch Rotate the headlight switch to the second detent for The headlight switch is located on the left side of the headlight, parking light and instrument panel operation.
Page 224: Headlights On With Wipers - If Equipped
222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights On With Wipers — If Equipped When exiting the vehicle the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for 30, 60 or 90 seconds or not When your headlights are in the AUTO mode and the remain on.
Page 225: Lights-On Reminder
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 Lights-On Reminder Front Fog Lights — If Equipped If the headlights or the parking lights are left on, or if the dimmer control is in the extreme top position after the To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking ignition switch is turned OFF, a chime will sound when lights or the low beam headlights and push in the the driver’s door is opened.
Page 226: Dimmer Controls
224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dimmer Controls Interior Lighting On The dimmer switch is located next to the headlight Rotate the left dimmer control completely upward to the switch. second detent (extreme top position) to turn on the interior lights.
Page 227 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 NOTE: The key must be out of the ignition switch or the The Halo control switch is located to the right of the ignition switch must be in the OFF position for this dimmer switch.
Page 228: Multifunction Lever
226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the: • Turn Signals The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column. • Headlight Beams Low/High • Flash-To-Pass (Optical Horn) • Front and Rear Wipers — Washer Functions Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show...
Page 229: Lane Change Assist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 Turn Signal Warning Flash-To-Pass If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by traveled at over 18 mph (29 km/h) for about 1 mile lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you.
Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Activate To Deactivate Perform either of the following steps to deactivate the 1. Select “Automatic High Beams — ON” through the SmartBeam™ system. EVIC. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Customer-Programmable Features” in “Un- 1.
Page 231: Battery Protection
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 Battery Protection This feature provides battery protection to avoid wearing down the battery if the headlights, parking lights, or front fog lights are left on for extended periods of time when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. After eight minutes of the ignition switch being in the LOCK position and the headlight switch in any position other than OFF or AUTO, the lights will turn off automatically...
Page 232: Intermittent Wiper System
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE cycles. The delay intervals will double in duration when WARNING! the vehicle speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less. Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield Windshield Wiper Operation could lead to a collision. You might not see other Rotate the end of the lever upward, to the first detent past vehicles or other obstacles.
Page 233: Mist Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 Mist Feature Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped Press the end of the multifunction lever inward (toward This feature senses moisture on the windshield and the steering column) to the first detent and release for a automatically activates the wipers for the driver.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Rain Sensing system has protective features for the wiper blades and arms. It will not operate under the • The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the following conditions: wiper speed is in the low or high position. •...
Page 235: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 • Remote Start Mode Inhibit — On vehicles equipped with Remote Starting system, Rain Sensing wipers are not operational when the vehicle is in the remote start mode. Once the operator is in the vehicle and has placed the ignition switch in the RUN position, rain sensing wiper operation can resume, if it has been selected, and no other inhibit conditions (mentioned...
Page 236: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE steering column in position, push the lever upward until shutting off. The heated steering wheel can shut off early fully engaged. or may not turn on when the steering wheel is already warm. WARNING! The heated steering wheel switch is located on the switch bank below the climate controls.
Page 237: Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 — If Equipped” in “Things to Know Before Starting Your ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED Vehicle” for further information. The adjustable pedals system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort for steering wheel tilt and WARNING! seat position.
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF. The switch is located on the left side of the steering column. • The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control Sys- tem is on.
Page 239: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the CAUTION! right side of the steering wheel. Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move, as it may cause damage to the pedal controls.
Page 240: To Activate
238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
Page 241: To Resume Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 vehicle will deactivate Electronic Speed Control without To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is erasing the set speed memory. Pressing the ON/OFF set, push the SET (-) button. If the button is continually button or turning the ignition switch OFF erases the set held in the SET (-) position, the set speed will continue to speed memory.
Page 242: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on EQUIPPED moderate hills is normal. The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual and audible indications of the distance between the rear On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so fascia and a detected obstacle when backing up, e.g.
Page 243: Parksense Sensors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 ParkSense Sensors The ParkSense Warning Display is located in the Instru- ment cluster’s EVIC display. It provides both visual and The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear fascia/ audible warnings to indicate the distance between the bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is rear fascia/bumper and the detected obstacle.
Page 244: Parksense Display
242 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 245 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 Slow Tone Fast Tone I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 246 244 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 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 247: Enabling/Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 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 248: Service The Parksense Rear Park Assist System
246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE disabled, the EVIC will display the “PARK ASSIST SYS- the outer surface and the underside of the rear fascia/ TEM OFF” message for as long as the vehicle is in bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other REVERSE.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 • Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations could properly. The ParkSense system might not detect an affect the performance of ParkSense . obstacle behind the fascia/bumper, or it could provide a false indication that an obstacle is behind the •...
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! WARNING! • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable to • Drivers must be careful when backing up even recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles. when using the Rear Park Assist system. Always Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind detected at all.
Page 251: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 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 252 250 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 253 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 WARNING! CAUTION! • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always be used as a parking aid. The ParkView camera is check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to unable to view every obstacle or object in your check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob-...
Page 254: Turning Parkview On Or Off - With Navigation/Multimedia Radio
252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turning ParkView On Or Off — With OVERHEAD CONSOLES Navigation/Multimedia Radio Front Overhead Console 1. Press the “menu” hard-key. Two versions of the overhead console are available. The base front overhead console model featured fixed incan- 2.
Page 255: Courtesy/Interior Lighting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 Courtesy/Interior Lighting At the forward end of the console are two courtesy lights (standard dome light has two buttons). The lights turn on when a front door, a sliding door or the liftgate is opened. If your vehicle is equipped with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter is pressed.
Page 256: Sunglass Storage (Non-Sunroof Only)
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sunglass Storage (Non-Sunroof Only) The door will slowly rotate to the full open position. At the front of the overhead console, a compartment is provided for the storage of two pairs of sunglasses. From the closed position, press the door latch to open the compartment.
Page 257: Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights — If Equipped The overhead console has two sets of courtesy lights. The lights turn on when a front door, a sliding door or the liftgate is opened. If your vehicle is equipped with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter is pressed.
Page 258: Rear Overhead Consoles - If Equipped
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The courtesy lights also function as reading lights. Press Rear Overhead Consoles — If Equipped in on each lens to turn these lights on while inside the The rear overhead storage system is available in two vehicle.
Page 259: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 Rear Console Halo Lighting The rear overhead console has recessed halo lighting around the perimeter of the console base. This feature provides additional lighting options while traveling and is controlled by the headlight switch. Refer to “Lights/ Halo Lights —...
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The HomeLink buttons, located on either the overhead console, headliner or sunvisor, designate the three differ- ent HomeLink channels. The HomeLink indicator is located above the center button. HomeLink Buttons/Sunvisor/Headliner NOTE: HomeLink is disabled when the Vehicle Secu- rity Alarm is active.
Page 261: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 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 262: Programming A Rolling Code
260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manu- factured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identified by the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) Firmly press and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- away from the HomeLink button you wish to pro- ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices gram while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in there may be a light that blinks when the garage door view.
Page 264: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button
262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to pro- To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, gram while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in follow these steps: view.
Page 265: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 • To program the two remaining HomeLink buttons, Canadian/Gate Operator Programming repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT For programming transmitters in Canada/United States erase the channels. that require the transmitter signals to “time-out” after several seconds of transmission.
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to pro- ming is complete and the garage door/device should gram while keeping the HomeLink indicator light in activate when the HomeLink button is pressed.
Page 267: Using Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 3. Without releasing button proceed with The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” Step 2 and the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow all remaining steps. Troubleshooting Tips Using HomeLink If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here To operate, press and release the programmed are some of the most common solutions:...
Page 268: General Information
266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information WARNING! This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry • Your motorized door or gate will open and close Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following while you are programming the universal trans- two conditions: ceiver.
Page 269: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 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 270: Opening Sunroof - Express
268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 271: Venting Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 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 272: Sunroof Fully Closed
270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The power sunroof switch will remain active for 45 switch and the passenger-side power outlet is connected seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK directly to the battery. The driver-side power outlet will position.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 NOTE: To ensure proper operation a MOPAR cigar One outlet in the removable floor console (if equipped) knob and element must be used. shares a fuse with the lower outlet in the instrument panel and is also connected to the battery.
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE On vehicles equipped with the Super Console the power The outlet in the rear quarter panel near the liftgate and outlets are located under the retractable cover. To access the upper outlet in the instrument panel are both con- the power outlets push down on the cover and slide it trolled by the ignition switch.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 276: Power Inverter - If Equipped
274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces- power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in sory bracket from the plug.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 Watts. Certain high-end video games, such as Playsta- tion3 and XBox360 will exceed this power limit, as will most power tools.
Page 278: Cupholders
276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS There are cupholders located throughout the interior. All liners are removable for cleaning. Pull the flexible liner from the cupholder drawer or tray starting at one edge for easy removal. Refer to “Cleaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders”...
Page 279: Super Console - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 Super Console — If Equipped For rear passengers two cupholders are located in the pull-out drawer, located in the back of the Super Console. On models equipped with the Super Console, there are Pull the drawer out to the first position to use the two cupholders located in the center of the console.
Page 280: Premium Console Cupholders - If Equipped
278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Premium Console Cupholders — If Equipped Interior Bottle Holders On models equipped with premium center consoles, There are four bottle holders located in the interior. One there are four cupholders located on the top of the bottle holder is molded into each front interior door trim console.
Page 281: Smoker's Package Kit - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 Smoker’s Package Kit — If Equipped With the optional authorized dealer-installed Smoker’s Package Kit, a removable ash receiver is inserted into one of the two cupholders in the center front instrument panel. To install the ash receiver, align the receiver so the thumb grip on the lid is facing rearward.
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Upper Glove Compartment Lower Glove Compartment To open the upper compartment, press in on the button, To open the lower compartment pull out on the release located on the left side of the upper door. The door will handle.
Page 283: Door Trim Panel Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 Door Trim Panel Storage Front Door Storage Both interior front door panels have multiple pockets for storage. WARNING! If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burn- ing the occupants.
Page 284: Umbrella Holder
282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Umbrella Holder Second Row Floor Storage Bins An umbrella holder has been conveniently molded into The area below the floor covers, located in front of the the left front door entry scuff molding. second row seats, is available for storage.
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 Pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover. Slide WARNING! the storage bin locking mechanism to the unlocked position to allow greater access to the storage bin. In a collision, serious injury could result if the seat storage bin covers are not properly latched.
Page 286: Storage Bin Safety Warning
284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Storage Bin Safety Warning WARNING! (Continued) Carefully follow these warnings to help prevent personal • Do not drive the vehicle with the storage bin covers injury or damage to your vehicle: open. Keep the storage bin covers closed and latched while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 Seat Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release Lever NOTE: In the event of an individual being locked inside the storage bin, the storage bin cover can be opened from As a security measure, the Seat Storage Bin Cover has an inside of the bin by pushing on the glow-in-the-dark Emergency Release Lever built into the latching mecha- lever attached to the storage bin cover latching mecha-...
Page 288: Center And Rear Overhead Console Storage - If Equipped
286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Center And Rear Overhead Console Storage — If Equipped The overhead storage system comes in several options. Overhead Console Features 1 — DVD* 5 — Storage 2 — Rear HVAC 6 — DVD* 3 —...
Page 289: Coat Hooks
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 Coat Hooks Coat hooks are located along the headliner for the second and third row seating positions. The coat hook load limit is 10 lbs (4.5 kg). Exceeding the recommended load limit can cause the coat hooks to break or disengage from the vehicle.
Page 290: Console Features
288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Four cupholders accept up to extra large size beverage CONSOLE FEATURES cups or 20 oz (.6 L) plastic bottles. Cupholders are There are three consoles available: Basic, Premium and dishwasher safe for cleaning. Super.
Page 291: Premium Console - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 To Reinstall The Basic Floor Console WARNING! 1. Position the console at a slight angle (front slightly In an accident, serious injury could result if the higher than the rear). removable floor console is not properly installed. 2.
Page 292 290 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Large console center storage will store headphones for Position 1 shows the console closed with four cupholders the available rear DVD entertainment system or other and a convenient storage tray. items • 12 Volt DC power outlet provides continuous power inside the console for cell phones or other electronics.
Page 293 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 291 Position 2 shows the raised storage tray revealing a large Dual Storage Bins storage area below. Position 3 shows the top portion of the console in a rearward position. This is accomplished by lifting the upper most latch at the front of the console.
Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Position 4 shows the complete console in its rearmost To Remove The Premium Floor Console position. Again, lifting second latch handle at the front of 1. Pull up on the bottom release handle in the front of the the console, allows complete access to a lower storage bin console.
Page 295: Super Console - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 293 5. Pull up on the console to be sure it is firmly latched. WARNING! In an accident, serious injury could result if the removable floor console is not properly installed. Always be sure the removable floor console is fully latched.
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The super console tambour doors are opened by pushing NOTE: The front cupholder light ring and pass through down on the finger tabs and sliding the door. The front lighting is controlled by a dimming switch located on the tambour door slides forward, the rear tambour door instrument panel, refer to “Lights”...
Page 297: Cargo Area Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 295 CARGO AREA FEATURES Rechargeable Flashlight The rechargeable flashlight is mounted on the right side of the cargo area. The flashlight snaps out of the bezel when needed. The flashlight features two bright LED light bulbs and is powered by a lithium battery that recharges when snapped back into place and the vehicle is either running or the key is in the accessory position.
Page 298: Rear Window Features
296 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, REAR WINDOW FEATURES twice for low, and a third time to return to off. Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is located on the climate control (Mode) knob.
Page 299: Load Leveling System - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 297 • To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear win- LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED dow defroster only when the engine is operating. The automatic load leveling system will provide a level- riding vehicle under most passenger and cargo loading CAUTION! conditions.
Page 300: Deploying The Crossbars
298 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo inside the vehicle not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly plus that on the external rack does not exceed the distributed over the luggage rack crossbars. maximum vehicle load capacity.
Page 301 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 299 Bend the crossbar supports at each end, taking care to keep hand clear of pivoting joint. Slide the thumb screw down. Loosening Crossbars CAUTION! Stowed Position Use care when removing and handling the crossbars to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Deployed Position Deploy Positions – Choose Two Of Three Then, position the crossbars across the roof. Make sure the directional arrows on the crossbars align with the directional arrows on the side rails. Set the NOTE: The crossbars are identical and can be placed in crossbars into the deployed positions.
Page 303 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 301 Crossbar To Side Rail Installation Tightening Crossbar Once the crossbars are set into position, tighten the Stowing the Crossbars thumb screws completely. Reverse the procedure to stow the crossbars, again, taking care to keep hand clear of pivoting joint. Crossbars are identical and can be stowed in either rail nest.
Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Load should always be secured to crossbars first, CAUTION! with rail tie down loops used as additional securing • Check deployed crossbars frequently and retighten points if needed. Tie loops are intended as supplemen- tary tie down points only.
Page 305: Sun Screens - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 303 SUN SCREENS — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! (Continued) Sun screens are available for second and third row • Long loads which extend over the windshield, such seating windows. The screens store in the sill trim panels, as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with large and the tops of the windows are equipped with hooks frontal area should be secured to both the front and...
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Gently pull up on the tab to raise the sun screen. To lower the sun screen, gently lift the tab upward to Continue pulling the sun screen until the tab is near the disengage the hooks, and feed the screen back into the top of the window.
Page 307: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ EVIC Red Telltale Lights ....334 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..310 ▫ Oil Change Required ....336 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER —...
Page 308 306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Units ......340 ▫ RKE Linked To Memory....346 ▫...
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 ▫ Flashers with Sliding Door ....349 UCONNECT 130 ..... .352 ▫...
Page 310 308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operating Instructions (Uconnect Phone) — If ▫ Blu-Ray Player ..... . .385 Equipped ......376 ▫...
Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 ▫ Remote Control Storage ....403 CLIMATE CONTROLS ....425 ▫...
Page 312: Instrument Panel Features
310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Vents 5 — Analog Clock 9 — DVD – If Equipped 13 — Ignition Switch 2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — Upper Glove Compartment 10 — Storage Bin 14 — Hood Release 3 —...
Page 313: Instrument Cluster - Base
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 314: Instrument Cluster - Premium
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 315: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS If the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on, a continuous chime will sound to 1. Tachometer alert you to turn the signal off. If either indicator flashes This gauge measures engine revolutions per minute at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb.
Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL odometer needs to be repaired or serviced, the repair Message Display Area technician should leave the odometer reading the same When the appropriate conditions exist, the following as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so, odometer messages will display: then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was...
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 NOTE: Some of the above warnings will be displayed in noFUSE the Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display Area If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the located in the instrument cluster. Ignition Off Draw (IOD) fuse is improperly installed, or Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) damaged, a “noFUSE”...
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and instrument cluster. For further information, refer to release the STEP button on the steering wheel. To reset “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”. the oil change indicator system (after performing the 7.
Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 8. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light — If Equipped reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper Each tire, including the spare (if provided), tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to should be checked monthly when cold and...
Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the 9. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more an onboard diagnostic system, called OBD, that tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the monitors engine and automatic transmission con-...
Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 10. 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 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC 13. Fuel Door Reminder system will be ON, even if it was turned off previously. The arrow in this symbol is a reminder that the The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds Fuel Filler Door is located on the left side of the when it is active.
Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 16. Shift Lever Indicator 17. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- instrument cluster. It displays the gear position of the mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security automatic transmission.
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL In this case, the light will remain on until the condition WARNING! has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop.
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is 20. Temperature Gauge applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- tion. ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on WARNING! while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or the charging system light remains on, it means that the others could be badly burned by steam or boiling vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging...
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 24. Engine Temperature Warning Light 25. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi- This light informs you of a problem with the tion. As engine coolant temperatures rise and the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 26. Transmission Temperature Warning Light CAUTION! During sustained high speed driving or trailer Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera- towing up long grades on hot days, the auto- ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause matic transmission oil may become too hot.
Page 329: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER This system conveniently allows the driver to select a (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED variety of useful information by pressing the switches mounted on the steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- following: tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the...
Page 330 328 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) and sub-menus.
Page 331: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 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. •...
Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Unstored Messages Until RUN When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start the following messages: feature. This message type is displayed until the ignition • Key in ignition is in the RUN state.
Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 • Key not programmed • Oil Change Required • Vehicle Not in Park • Check Gascap • Key Left Vehicle • Left Front Turn Signal Light Out • Key Not Detected • Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out •...
Page 334: Evic White Telltale Lights
332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Blind Spot System Not Available — This message is EVIC White Telltale Lights displayed to indicate the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) This area will show reconfigurable white caution tell- system is temporarily unavailable due to sensor block- tales.
Page 335: Evic Amber Telltale Lights
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 • Electronic Speed Control SET • Loose Gascap Indicator This light will turn on when the electronic If the vehicle diagnostic system determines speed control is SET. For further information, that the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly refer to “Electronic Speed Control”...
Page 336: Evic Red Telltale Lights
334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Charging System Light EVIC Red Telltale Lights This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These This light shows the status of the electrical charg- telltales include: ing system. The light should come on when the ignition switch is first turned ON and remain on briefly •...
Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 • Engine Temperature Warning Light turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light does not come on during starting, have the system This light warns of an overheated engine condi- checked by an authorized dealer.
Page 338: Oil Change Required
336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Transmission Temperature Warning Light WARNING! This light indicates that the transmission fluid If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is temperature is running hot. This may occur illuminated and you continue operating the vehicle, with severe usage, such as trailer towing. If this in some circumstances you could cause the fluid to light turns on, safely pull over and stop the boil over, come in contact with hot engine or exhaust...
Page 339: Fuel Economy
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 Unless reset, this message will continue to display each Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™ time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (Do position or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position if not start the engine.) equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™.
Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Distance To Empty (DTE) • Miles Per Gallon (MPG) Average Fuel Economy Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. The Average Fuel Economy can be reset by following the prompt in the EVIC to use the SELECT button. When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read “zero”...
Page 341: Vehicle Speed
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle SELECT button. Press the SELECT button to display the loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of current speed in mph or km/h. Pressing the SELECT the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value.
Page 342: Trip B
340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip B button to view a graphic of the vehicle with a tire pressure value at each corner of the graphic. Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last reset. Units Elapsed Time Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Units”...
Page 343: Messages
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 • Coolant Temp Messages # Select from Main Menu using the UP or DOWN buttons. Displays the actual coolant temperature. This feature shows the number of stored warning mes- • Oil Temp sages (in the # place holder). Pressing the SELECT button Displays the actual oil temperature.
Page 344: Compass / Temperature Display
342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass / Temperature Display metallic objects) until the CAL indicator displayed in the EVIC turns off. The compass will now function normally. The compass readings indicate the direction the vehicle is facing. The EVIC will display one of eight compass NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and an readings and the outside temperature.
Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 4. Press and release the SELECT button to start the NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of calibration. The “CAL” indicator will be displayed in the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, the EVIC.
Page 346: Compass Variance
344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Turn the ignition switch ON. 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 347: Nav-Turn By Turn
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 the language choices. Press the SELECT button to select Sound and Display, or turned OFF through the EVIC. To English, Spanish (Español), French (Français), Italian, make your selection, press and release the SELECT German, Dutch. Then, as you continue, the information button until a check-mark appears next to the feature will display in the selected language.
Page 348: Remote Unlock Sequence
346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Remote Unlock Sequence and radio settings can only return to the memory set position using the door mounted switch. To make your When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, only the driver’s selection, press and release the SELECT button until a door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless check-mark appears next to the feature showing the Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button.
Page 349: Horn With Remote Lock
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 Horn With Remote Lock Flash Lamps with Lock When this feature is selected, a short horn sound will When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will occur when the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed. flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the This feature may be selected with or without the Flash RKE transmitter.
Page 350: Headlamp Off Delay
348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Headlamp Off Delay NOTE: Turning the headlights on during the daytime causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to brightness, refer to “Lights” in “Understanding The have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds Features Of Your Vehicle.”...
Page 351: Illuminated Approach
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 after the ignition switch is turned OFF. Opening either Operating” for system function and operating informa- front vehicle door will cancel this feature. To make your tion. To make your selection, press and release the selection, scroll up or down until the preferred setting is SELECT button until “ON”...
Page 352: Easy Exit Seat
350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL or the check-mark is removed showing the system has Tilt Mirror In Reverse been deactivated. Refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” in When this feature is selected and the vehicle is placed in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”. a reverse gear, the driver’s side mirror will tilt downward to allow the driver to see into the previous blind spot and Easy Exit Seat...
Page 353: Calibrate Compass
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 mode, in this mode the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) will Compass Variance show a visual alert in the outside mirrors as well as an Refer to “Compass Display” for more information. audible alert when the turn signal is on. When “Blind Turn Menu Off Spot Alert Off”...
Page 354: Uconnect 130
352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL UCONNECT 130 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second time to turn off the radio. Electronic Volume Control The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction, without stopping.
Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 another selection. Holding either button will bypass RW/FF stations without stopping, until you release it. Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the TIME Button direction of the arrows.
Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Memory control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the When you are receiving a station that you wish to treble tones.
Page 357: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and button number will display. multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks. Buttons 1 - 6 Inserting Compact Disc(s) These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD commit to pushbutton memory (12 AM and 12 FM...
Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within CAUTION! 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 359: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 RW/FF Notes on Playing MP3 Files Press and hold the FF (Fast Forward) button and the CD The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 player will begin to fast forward until FF is released, or file recording media and formats are limited.
Page 360 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The radio uses the following limits for file systems: Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). •...
Page 361 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or Playback of MP3 Files VBR bit rate. When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium MPEG Specifi- Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps)
Page 362: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode UCONNECT 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) another selection. Holding either button will bypass stations without stopping, until you release it. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second Voice Command System (Radio) —...
Page 364 362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Phone Button Uconnect Phone — If Equipped 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side TUNE/ SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press this button to operate the Uconnect Phone feature will begin to blink.
Page 365 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 INFO Button Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the letters displayed).
Page 366 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to Program Type 16-Digit Character Display exit setting tone, balance, and fade. Classic Rock Cls Rock MUSIC TYPE Button College College Country Country Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type mode for five seconds.
Page 367 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 SETUP Button Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between Soft Soft the following items: Soft Rock Soft Rck • Set Clock — Pressing the SELECT button will allow Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft R&B you to set the clock.
Page 368: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
366 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 369 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 Inserting Compact Disc(s) CAUTION! Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into only.
Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 371: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 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 •...
Page 372 370 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 Sampling Fre- Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after...
Page 373: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 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 374: Uconnect (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
372 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 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 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 376 374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL decreased performance. Larger luggage items such as Operating Instructions - Uconnect (Satellite) bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within 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 377 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 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 378: Operating Instructions (Uconnect Phone) - If
376 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 379: Ipod /Usb/Mp3 Control
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 iPod /USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: • If the radio has a USB port, refer to the appropriate NOTE: This section is for sales code RES and REQ/ REL/RET radios only with Uconnect . For sales code Uconnect Multimedia radio User’s Manual for iPod RBZ/RHB, RHR, RHP, RHW or RB2 touch-screen radio or external USB device support capability.
Page 380: Connecting The Ipod Or External Usb Device
378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Connecting The iPod Or External USB Device NOTE: The glove compartment will have a position where the iPod or consumer electronic audio device Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external cable can be routed through without damaging the cable USB device to the vehicle’s USB connector port which is when closing the lid.
Page 381: Using This Feature
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 Using This Feature control mode, audio tracks (if available from audio device) start playing over the vehicle’s audio system. By using iPod cable or external USB device to connect to USB port: Play Mode • The audio device can be played on the vehicle’s sound When switched to iPod /USB/MP3 control mode, the system, providing metadata (artist, track title, album, iPod or external USB device automatically starts Play...
Page 382 380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Jump backward in the current track by pressing and to the next screen of data for that track. Once all holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW screens have been viewed, the last INFO button press button long enough will jump to the beginning of the will go back to the play mode screen on the radio.
Page 383: List Or Browse Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 device, or press the VR button and say Shuffle ON or through the list faster. During fast scroll, a slight Shuffle Off . If the RND icon is showing on the radio delay in updating the information on the radio display, then the shuffle mode is ON.
Page 384 382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current CAUTION! list on the top line and the first item in that list on the • Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any second line. •...
Page 385: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) Selecting Different Audio Device Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the 1. Press PHONE button to begin. Uconnect phone system. 2. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons Setup , then Select Audio Devices .
Page 386: Uconnect Multimedia - Video Entertainment System (Ves)™ - If
384 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Browse Browsing is not available on a BTSA device. Only the current song that is playing will display info. UCONNECT MULTIMEDIA — VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ — If Equipped Getting Started • Screen(s) located in the overhead console: Unfold the overhead LCD screen(s) by pushing the button on the overhead console behind the screen(s).
Page 387: Blu-Ray Player
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 • Turn on the Player (if equipped on Dual Screen Sys- Blu-Ray Player tem) by pushing the Power button, located on the far Play A Blu-Ray Disc left, or by pressing the button on the Remote Control. To view a Blu-Ray insert the disc into the Blu-Ray VES™...
Page 388: Play Video Games
386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using the Remote Control • Select an audio channel (Channel 1 for 2nd row screen and Channel 2 for 3rd row screen), then press the source key and select VES™ Disc from the menu. • Press popup/menu key to navigate disc menu and options.
Page 389 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 When connecting an external source to the AUX input, be 2. While looking at the video screen, highlight VES AUX sure to follow the standard color coding for the VES™ 1 or 2 (depending which AUX input the gaming jacks: console is plugged into), by either pressing Up/ Down/Left/Right buttons or by repeatedly pressing...
Page 390 388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls 3. Touch the 1 soft-key and then touch either AUX 1 or AUX 2 in the VES column (depending which AUX 1. Press the MENU hard-key on the radio faceplate. input is used).
Page 391: Listen To An Audio Source On Channel 2 While A Video Is Playing On Channel 1
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 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/SOURCE 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 392 390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 393: Dual Video Screen
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 Dual Video Screen 3. To watch a DVD on Screen 1 for second row passen- gers, ensure the Remote Control and Headphone NOTE: Typically there are two different ways to operate switch is on Channel 1. the features of the Video Entertainment System (VES)™.
Page 394 392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. While looking at Screen 1 or 2, highlight DISC by NOTE: either pressing Up/Down/Left/Right buttons or by • Channel/Screen 1 select mode information is shown repeatedly pressing the SOURCE button, then press on the left side of the screen. ENTER/OK.
Page 395 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 NOTE: • 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 396: Play A Dvd Using The Ves™ Player (If Equipped)
394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Play A DVD Using The VES™ Player (If Equipped) 2. While looking at Screen 1 or 2, highlight VES DISC by either pressing Up/Down/Left/Right buttons or by 1. Insert the DVD with the label facing up. The VES™ repeatedly pressing the MODE/SOURCE button, then player automatically selects the appropriate mode press ENTER/OK on the Remote Control.
Page 397 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 NOTE: • Channel/Screen 1 select mode information is shown on the left side of the screen. • Channel/Screen 2 select mode information is shown on the right side of the screen. • The VES™ will retain the last setting when turned off. Using The Touch-Screen Radio Controls 1.
Page 398: Listen To An Audio Source While A Video Is Playing
396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Touch the 1 or 2 soft-key and then the DISC soft-key in NOTE: the VES column. To exit touch the back arrow soft-key • To view a DVD on the radio press the RADIO/MEDIA at the top left of the screen.
Page 399 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 Using The Remote Control 1. Press the MODE/SOURCE 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. 2.
Page 400 398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 401: Third Row Swivel Screen (If Equipped)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 Third Row Swivel Screen (If Equipped) Important Notes For Dual Video Screen System • The third row screen or Screen 2 has the ability to • VES is able to transmit two channels of stereo audio lower and swivel to face forward.
Page 402: Ves Remote Control - If Equipped
400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The 2nd row screen and 3rd row screen of the Video VES Remote Control – If Equipped Entertainment System can play two separate discs by utilizing the touch-screen radio DVD player and Blu- Ray Disc Player. •...
Page 403 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 401 Controls And Indicators switch is in the Channel 2, position the remote controls the functionality of headphone Channel 2 (left side of 1. Power – Turns the screen and wireless headphone the screen). transmitter for the selected Channel on or off. To hear audio while the screen is closed, press the Power –...
Page 404 402 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL / (Play/Pause) – Begin/resume or pause disc play. 13. STATUS – If Equipped – Press to display the current status. 9. ▪ (Stop) – Stops disc play 14. MODE/SOURCE – Press to change the mode of the 10.
Page 405: Remote Control Storage
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 403 – In radio modes, press to seek to the previous storage area, insert one long edge of the remote into the tunable station. In disc modes, press and hold to fast two retaining clips first, and then rotate the remote back rewind through the current audio track or video up into the other two retaining clips until it snaps back chapter.
Page 406: Locking The Remote Control
404 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Replace the batteries, making sure to orient them Locking The Remote Control according to the polarity diagram shown. All remote control functionality can be disabled as a • Replace the battery compartment cover. parental control feature. •...
Page 407: Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 405 NOTE: The rear video system must be turned on before sound can be heard from the headphones. To conserve battery life, the headphones will automatically turn off approximately three minutes after the rear video system is turned off.
Page 408: Replacing The Headphone Batteries
406 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Press the MODE/SOURCE button on the remote Replacing The Headphone Batteries control. Each set of headphones requires two AAA batteries for operation. To replace the batteries: 3. If the video screen is displaying a video source (such as a DVD Video), pressing DISPLAY shows the status •...
Page 409 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 407 How Long Does the Coverage Last? This warranty lasts may not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or as long as you own the Product. consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal What Does This Warranty Cover? Except as specified rights.
Page 410 408 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL You may register your Unwired wireless headphones changed to a mode that is different from the VES™ online at www.unwiredtechnology.com or by phone at selected radio mode. When shared, the radio has priority 1-888-293-3332. over the VES™ or all radio modes (FM, AM, and SAT). The VES™...
Page 411 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 409 Information Mode Display 4. Channel 2 Mode 5. Channel 2 Shared Status 6. Channel 2 Audio Only/Mute 7. Channel 1 ENTER/OK Button Action 8. Channel 2 ENTER/OK Button Action 9. Clock 10. Video Lock 11. Not Available / Error 12.
Page 412 410 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Numeric Keypad Menu When the display for either Channel 1 or Channel 2 shows DIRECT TUNE, pressing the remote control’s OK button activates a numeric keypad menu. This screen makes it easy to enter a specific tuner frequency, satellite channel, or track number.
Page 413 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 411 Station List Menu Disc Menu When listening to Satellite audio, pressing the remote control’s POP UP/MENU button displays a list of all available channels. Navigate this list using the remote control’s navigation buttons ( , ) to find the desired station, press the remote control’s ENTER/OK button to tune to that station.
Page 414 412 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL list of all commands which control playback of the disc. When watching a video source (DVD Video with the disc Using the options you can activate or cancel Scan play in Play mode, Aux Video, etc.), pressing the remote and Random play.
Page 415 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 413 Listening To Audio With The Screen Closed desired channel. If the headphones are turned on, press the remote control’s power button to turn audio on. If To listen to only audio portion of the channel with the audio is still not heard, check that fully charged batteries screen closed: are installed in the headphones.
Page 416 414 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL DVD Region Codes Recorded Discs The VES™ DVD player and many DVD discs are coded The VES™ DVD player will play CD-R and CD-RW discs by geographic region. These region codes must match in recorded in CD-Audio or Video-CD format, or as a order for the disc to play.
Page 417 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 415 • For multi-session CDs that contain only multiple CD- Do not use adhesive labels as they may separate from the Audio sessions, the player will renumber the tracks so disc, become stuck, and cause permanent damage to the each track number is unique.
Page 418 416 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Any file that is copy protected (such as those down- • To change the current directory, use the remote con- loaded from many online music stores) will not play. trol’s PROG UP and Down buttons or Rewind/skip The DVD player will automatically skip the file and back and fast fwd/skip forward.
Page 419 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 417 The DVD player may shut down during extremely hot Display conditions, such as when the vehicle’s interior tempera- Other Language Setup ture is above 120°F. When this occurs, the DVD player will display VES High Temp and will shut off the VES™ displays until a safe temperature is reached.
Page 420 418 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL All of the Language settings have a special Other setting selecting the digit, press the remote control’s Right to accommodate languages other than Japanese or Eng- cursor button to select the next digit. Repeat this digit lish.
Page 421 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 419 Rating and Password Setup The default rating is Level 8 (play all discs without a password) and the default password is 0000. The Rating and Password settings work together to control the types of DVDs that your family watches. Most DVD- Video discs have a rating (from 1 to 8) assigned to them where lower numbers are designated for all audiences and higher numbers are designated for more adult audiences.
Page 422 420 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • After the four-digit password is entered, press the remote To set the password, activate the DVD Setup Menu and follow these additional instructions: control’s ENTER/OK button to accept the change. • Using the remote control Left and Right cursor but- tons, select the Rating tab.
Page 423 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 421 • Using the remote control’s Up and Down cursor To set the rating, activate the DVD Setup Menu and follow these additional instructions: buttons, select the new rating level, and then press the remote control’s ENTER/OK button to accept the •...
Page 424: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
422 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL General Information STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED This system complies with Part 15 of the FCC Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- eration.
Page 425: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 423 The remote sound system controls are located on the rear Radio Operation surface of the steering wheel, at the three and nine Pressing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next o’clock positions. listenable station, and pressing the bottom of the switch will SEEK down for the next listenable station.
Page 426: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
424 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) precautions: oversized, or have protection encoding.
Page 427: Climate Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 425 CLIMATE CONTROLS With the Three-Zone Temperature Control system, each front seat occupant can independently control the Heat- The Climate Control system allows you to regulate the ing, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning operations coming temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating from the outlets on their side of the vehicle.
Page 428 426 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The rear airflow modes will mirror the front unit opera- tion. Rear Panel mode is automatically selected when the front control is in the Panel mode. When the front unit is in Bi-Level mode, airflow will be emitted from both the upper and lower rear outlets.
Page 429 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 427 2. Rear Blower Control — If Equipped NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the climate controls will not function during Remote Start • Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced operation if the blower control is left in the “O” (Off) through the rear system in any mode you select.
Page 430 428 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat at the when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort, defroster automatically turns off after approximately 10 while reducing moisture on the windshield.
Page 431 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 429 mode to temporarily block out any outside odors, smoke, CAUTION! (Continued) or dust, and to cool the interior rapidly upon initial • Use care when washing the inside of the rear start-up in very hot or humid weather. window.
Page 432 430 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. For maximum Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the defogging, select the outside air position. condenser, reducing air conditioning performance. • In order to prevent fogging, when the Recirculation 11.
Page 433: Rear Manual Climate Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 431 13. Panel Mode Button Max A/C For maximum cooling use the A/C and Recirculation Air is directed through the outlets in the instru- mode buttons at the same time. ment panel. These outlets can be adjusted for direction, and turned on or off to control airflow.
Page 434 432 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The rear blower and temperature controls for the rear Rear Blower Control seat passengers are located in the headliner, near the The rear blower control knob can be manually set to off, center of the vehicle. or any fixed blower speed, by rotating the knob from low to high.
Page 435 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 433 Rear Temperature Control Headliner Mode To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle, Air comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each rotate the temperature knob counterclockwise to lower of these outlets can be individually adjusted to the temperature, and clockwise to increase the tempera- direct the flow of air.
Page 436: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
434 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If recirculation and the airflow direction. This maintains a Equipped comfortable temperature, even under changing condi- tions. • Front Three-Zone ATC allows both driver and front passenger seat occupant, and rear seat occupants to select individual comfort settings.
Page 437 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 435 1. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button 6. Auto Indicator Press and release to change the current Air Conditioning This indicates when the system is in Auto mode. (A/C) setting, the indicator illuminates when A/C is ON. 7.
Page 438 436 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 10. Rear Control Button 13. Climate Control OFF Button Provides toggle operation between front control screen Press and release to turn the Climate Control OFF. and rear control screen. Push the button to activate the 14.
Page 439 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 437 • To return to Front screen, press REAR” button again, 17. SYNC Button or it will revert to the Front screen after six seconds. Press and release to control the temperature setting for all three zones from the driver temperature control. 18.
Page 440 438 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Rear Temperature Display 2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain, by adjusting the driver, front This display shows the temperature setting for the rear passenger, and rear seat rotary temperature knobs. seat occupants.
Page 441 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 439 customer-programmable feature. Refer to the “Elec- NOTE: In many temperature positions, the Bi-Level tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — Customer- mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the head- Programmable Features” in this Section. liner outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Page 442 440 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Blower Control Panel Mode There are seven fixed blower speeds. Air is directed through the outlets in the instru- Use the outer dial control to regulate ment panel. These outlets can be adjusted for the amount of air forced through the direction, and turned on or off to control airflow.
Page 443 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 441 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 444 442 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, Rear Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If select Defrost mode and increase blower speed. Equipped The rear ATC system has floor air outlets at the rear of the right side sliding door, and overhead outlets at each Recirculation Control outboard rear seating position.
Page 445 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 443 The rear ATC system is located in the headliner, near the 1. Press the Rear Temperature Lock button on the front center of the vehicle. ATC panel. This turns off the Rear Temperature Lock icon in the rear temperature knob. 2.
Page 446 444 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: CAUTION! • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for Interior air enters the Rear Automatic Temperature cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts Control System through an intake grille, located in the temperature, mode and fan speed to provide the right side trim panel behind the third row seats.
Page 447: Summer Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 445 When rear controls are locked by the front system, the NOTE: In many temperature positions, the Bi-Level Rear Temperature Lock symbol on the temperature knob mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the head- is illuminated and any rear overhead adjustments are liner outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Page 448: Winter Operation
446 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Winter Operation Vacation/Storage To ensure the best possible heater and defroster perfor- Before you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service mance, make sure the engine cooling system is function- (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air ing properly and the proper amount, type, and concen- conditioning system at idle for about five minutes, in tration of coolant is used.
Page 449: Outside Air Intake
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 447 Outside Air Intake A/C Air Filter Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the On vehicles equipped with Automatic Temperature Con- windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves trol (ATC), the climate control system filters out dust and collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they pollen from the air.
Page 450 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 451: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....453 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ... .460 ▫ Automatic Transmission ....453 ▫...
Page 452 450 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) ....488 DRIVING THROUGH WATER ... . .473 ▫...
Page 453 STARTING AND OPERATING 451 ▫ Snow Tires ......506 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .515 ▫...
Page 454 452 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ... .534 FLEXIBLE FUEL — IF EQUIPPED ...528 ▫ E-85 General Information ....528 VEHICLE LOADING .
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™ - If Equipped
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 (Below -20°F Or −29°C)
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 10 cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster seconds, and then disengage.
Page 461: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 459 The starter motor will disengage automatically in 10 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED seconds. Once this occurs, release the accelerator pedal, The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to quicker starts in cold weather.
Page 462: Automatic Transmission
460 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL CAUTION! if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the ing precautions are not observed: vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- •...
Page 463: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 461 Key Ignition Park Interlock Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in PARK before the ignition switch can be turned to the OFF unless the brakes are applied.
Page 464: Fuel Economy (Econ) Mode
462 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode When the Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode is engaged, the vehicle control systems will change the following: The Fuel Economy (ECON) mode can improve the vehi- • The transmission will upshift sooner and downshift cle’s overall fuel economy during normal driving condi- tions.
Page 465: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 463 Six-Speed Automatic Transmission The shift lever position display (located in the instrument cluster) indicates the transmission gear range. You must press the brake pedal to move the shift lever out of PARK (Refer to “Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System” in this section).
Page 466: Gear Ranges
464 STARTING AND OPERATING The transmission shift lever has only PARK, REVERSE, Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in NEUTRAL, and DRIVE shift positions. Manual down- motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving the shifts can be made using the Electronic Range Select vehicle in this range.
Page 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, move the shift lever out of PARK with the brake you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is pedal released.
Page 468 466 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi- be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a tion to the ON/RUN position, and also press the number of reasons.
Page 469 STARTING AND OPERATING 467 • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever WARNING! will not move out of PARK Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the REVERSE ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
Page 470 468 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE During cold temperatures, transmission operation may be modified depending on engine and transmission This range should be used for most city and highway temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im- driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 471 STARTING AND OPERATING 469 PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to oper- NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- ate. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be illu- mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your minated.
Page 472 470 STARTING AND OPERATING You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any To exit ERS mode, simply press and hold the shift lever to vehicle speed. When the shift lever is in the DRIVE the right (+) until “D” is once again displayed in the shift position, the transmission will operate automatically, lever position indicator in the instrument cluster.
Page 473 STARTING AND OPERATING 471 Odometer Screen Display Actual Gear(s) Allowed 1–2 1–3 1–4 1–5 1–6 1–6 • the engine coolant has reached an adequate NOTE: To select the proper gear position for maximum deceleration (engine braking), tap the shift lever to the temperature, left (-) repeatedly as the vehicle slows.
Page 474: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
472 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The torque converter clutch will not engage until WARNING! the transmission fluid and engine coolant are warm [usually after 1 to 3 miles (2 to 5 km) of driving]. Because Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. the engine speed is higher when the torque converter Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the clutch is not engaged, it may seem as if the transmission...
Page 475: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 473 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. Flowing/Rising Water 3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first WARNING! become visible. Do not drive on or across a road or path where water 4.
Page 476 474 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Driving through standing water may cause damage • Always check the depth of the standing water to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always before driving through it. Never drive through inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans- standing water that is deeper than the bottom of mission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
Page 477: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 475 POWER STEERING WARNING! The standard power steering system will give you good • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 478: Power Steering Fluid Check
476 STARTING AND OPERATING system. This noise should be considered normal, and it checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are does not in any way damage the steering system. apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- pated.
Page 479: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 477 If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa- tion.
Page 480 478 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the automatic • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key transmission is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle. Light”...
Page 481: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 479 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING! (Continued) The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged vehicle stability and brake performance under most before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake braking conditions.
Page 482 480 STARTING AND OPERATING • Brake pedal pulsations WARNING! (Continued) • A slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at the end • The Anti-Lock Brake System cannot prevent colli- of the stop sions, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too WARNING! closely, or hydroplaning.
Page 483: Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 481 Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light Warning Light” does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the bulb repaired as soon as possible. The “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” moni- tors the anti-lock brake system. The light will If both the “Brake Warning Light”...
Page 484: Traction Control System (Tcs)
482 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions, and do not switch off the ESC or TCS. The Traction Control System (TCS) monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin WARNING! is detected, brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is reduced, to provide en-...
Page 485: Brake Assist System (Bas)
STARTING AND OPERATING 483 Brake Assist System (BAS) WARNING! The Brake Assist System (BAS) is designed to optimize • The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency brak- ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase ing maneuvers.
Page 486 484 STARTING AND OPERATING wheel to assist in counteracting the over/under steer WARNING! condition. Engine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the desired path. The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual...
Page 487 STARTING AND OPERATING 485 ESC Operating Modes ESC Partial Off This mode is entered by momentarily pressing the “ESC The “ESC Off” switch is located in the center Off” switch. switch bank, next to the hazard flasher switch. When in the “Partial Off” mode, the TCS portion of ESC, except for the “limited slip”...
Page 488 486 STARTING AND OPERATING pressing the “ESC Off” switch. This may be done while WARNING! the vehicle is in motion. • When in Partial Off mode, the TCS functionality ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de- ESC OFF Indicator Light scribed in the TCS section), has been disabled and the ESC Off Indicator Light will be illuminated.
Page 489: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 487 The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo- when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as that caused the ESC activation. the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 490: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
488 STARTING AND OPERATING further information. When TSC is functioning, the “ESC during this short period of time, the system will release Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” will flash, the brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill. The engine power may be reduced and you may feel the system will release brake pressure in proportion to the brakes being applied to individual wheels to attempt to amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in...
Page 491 STARTING AND OPERATING 489 HSA will work in REVERSE and all forward gears when For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the the activation criteria have been met. The system will not following steps: activate if the vehicle is placed in NEUTRAL or PARK. NOTE: You must complete Steps 1 through 8 within 90 seconds.
Page 492 490 STARTING AND OPERATING 7. Press the “ESC Off” switch (located in the lower Towing With HSA switch bank below the climate controls) four times HSA will provide assistance when starting on a grade within 20 seconds. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction when pulling a trailer.
Page 493: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 491 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! (Continued) Tire Markings • HSA is not a parking brake. If you stop the vehicle on a hill without putting the transmission in PARK and using the parking brake, it will roll down the hill and could cause a collision with another ve- hicle or object.
Page 494 492 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 495 STARTING AND OPERATING 493 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 496 494 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 497: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 495 Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 498: Tire Terminology And Definitions
496 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 499: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 497 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 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 500 498 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 501 STARTING AND OPERATING 499 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 502 500 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 503 STARTING AND OPERATING 501 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 504: Tires - General Information
502 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 505: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 503 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 506 504 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 507: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 505 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 508: Summer Or Three Season Tires - If Equipped
506 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 509: Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 507 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 510: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
508 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 511: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 509 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 512: Tread Wear Indicators
510 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 513: Replacement Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 511 Information” placard for the size designation of your tire. WARNING! The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original equipment tire sidewall. See the Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six Tire Sizing Chart example found in the Tire Safety years, regardless of the remaining tread.
Page 514: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
512 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 515 STARTING AND OPERATING 513 • Install on front tires only. CAUTION! • 225/65R16 and 235/60R16 tires with the use of a To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the traction device that meets the SAE type “Class S” following precautions: specification is recommended.
Page 516: Tire Rotation Recommendations
514 STARTING AND OPERATING These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. CAUTION! (Continued) The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tions on the method of installation, operating tires.
Page 517: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 515 The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (6.9 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 518 516 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire For example, your vehicle may have a recommended pressure as long as the condition exists, and will not turn cold (parked for more than three hours) tire placard off until the tire pressure is at or above recommended pressure of 35 psi (241 kPa).
Page 519 STARTING AND OPERATING 517 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 520: Base System
518 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Tire Pressure and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in Warnings the tire. The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster, a Base System “LOW TIRE PRESSURE”...
Page 521 STARTING AND OPERATING 519 The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash Vehicles With Compact Spare on and off for 75 seconds, and remain on solid when a 1. The compact spare tire (if equipped) does not have a system fault is detected. The system fault will also sound TPMS sensor.
Page 522: Premium System - If Equipped
520 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. For each subsequent ignition switch cycle, a chime will Premium System – If Equipped sound, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim- will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev- solid.
Page 523 STARTING AND OPERATING 521 TPMS Low Pressure Warnings NOTE: The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this infor- The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will illumi- mation. nate in the instrument cluster, and an audible chime will be activated when one or more of the four active road tire SERVICE TPM SYSTEM Message pressures are low.
Page 524 522 STARTING AND OPERATING message will not be present, and a pressure value will be message is then followed by a graphic display with displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can occur by pressure values still shown. This indicates that the pres- any of the following scenarios: sure values are still being received from the TPM sensors but they may not be in the correct vehicle position.
Page 525 STARTING AND OPERATING 523 3. After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above pressure value instead of dashes (- -), as long no tire 15 mph (24 km/h), the “Tire Pressure Monitoring pressure is below the low pressure warning limit in Telltale Light”...
Page 526: Fuel Requirements
524 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPM sensors are regulated under one of the follow- Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to ing licenses: your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is United States MRXC4W4MA4 required.
Page 527: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 525 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 528: Mmt In Gasoline
526 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 529: Materials Added To Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 527 Materials Added To Fuel CAUTION! (Continued) All gasoline sold in the United States is required to • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to detergents or other additives is not needed under normal overheat.
Page 530: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
528 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 531: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
STARTING AND OPERATING 529 E-85 Fuel Cap E-85 Badge Ethanol Fuel (E-85) CAUTION! E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can 15% unleaded gasoline. operate on E-85. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 532: Fuel Requirements
530 STARTING AND OPERATING For best results, a refueling pattern that avoids alternat- WARNING! ing between E-85 and unleaded gasoline is recom- mended. Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could cause serious personal injury. Never have any smok- When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: ing materials lit in or near the vehicle when remov- •...
Page 533: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
32°F (0°C). in MOPAR engine oils, and in equivalent oils meeting Cruising Range Chrysler Specification MS-6395. The manufacturer only Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel the requirements of Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 534: Replacement Parts
532 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Parts ADDING FUEL Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- left side of the vehicle.
Page 535 STARTING AND OPERATING 533 NOTE: The driver’s side sliding door cannot be opened WARNING! while the fuel door is open. This feature operates only • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the when the sliding door is fully closed prior to opening the fuel door.
Page 536: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
534 STARTING AND OPERATING • Tighten the fuel filler cap until you hear a “clicking” If the problem continues, the message will appear the sound. This is an indication that the fuel filler cap is next time the vehicle is started. See your authorized properly tightened.
Page 537 STARTING AND OPERATING 535 • Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or rear GAWR. • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear WARNING! • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is •...
Page 538 536 STARTING AND OPERATING Inflation Pressure The best way to figure out the total weight of your vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for operation.
Page 539: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 537 have exceeded either GAWR, but the total load is within Common Towing Definitions the specified GVWR, you must redistribute the weight. The following trailer towing related definitions will assist Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect you in understanding the following information: on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
Page 540 538 STARTING AND OPERATING measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a Tongue Weight (TW) vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the supported by the scale. hitch ball by the trailer.
Page 541 STARTING AND OPERATING 539 If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC) Weight-Distributing Hitch recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used attempt to eliminate the trailer sway.
Page 542 540 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • An improperly adjusted weight-distributing hitch system may reduce handling, stability, braking performance, and could result in a collision. • Weight-distributing hitch systems may not be com- patible with surge brake couplers. Consult with an authorized hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable authorized Recreational Vehicle dealer for additional information.
Page 543 STARTING AND OPERATING 541 With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct) Improper Adjustment Of Weight-Distributing Hitch (Incorrect) I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 544 542 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 545 STARTING AND OPERATING 543 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. GCWR (Gross Engine/ Max. GTW (Gross Max. Tongue Combined Weight Frontal Area Transmission Trailer Weight) Weight Rating) 3.6L/Automatic...
Page 546 544 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard. Refer to “Tire Safety Information”...
Page 547 STARTING AND OPERATING 545 NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the CAUTION! (Continued) trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional • Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Page 548 546 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a • Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on and will not shift during travel. When trailering the tow vehicle.
Page 549 STARTING AND OPERATING 547 Towing Requirements – Tires replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact GVWR and GAWR limits. spare tire. Towing Requirements –...
Page 550 548 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) distance. When towing you should allow for addi- loaded, it should have its own brakes and they tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle should be of adequate capacity.
Page 551 STARTING AND OPERATING 549 The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer to the following illustrations. Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Backup Lamps 6 —...
Page 552: Towing Tips
550 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation, then change the trans- Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, mission fluid and filter as specified for “police, taxi, fleet, and backing up the trailer in an area located away from or frequent trailer towing.”...
Page 553: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 551 Cooling System Highway Driving To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- Reduce speed. heating, take the following actions: Air Conditioning City Driving Turn off temporarily. When stopped for short periods, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition...
Page 554: Recreational Towing - All Models
552 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing – All Models CAUTION! Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the front wheels DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drive- are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a train will result. tow dolly or vehicle trailer.
Page 555: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Securing The Spare Tire ....570 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...554 ▫...
Page 556: Hazard Warning Flashers
554 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the lower center area of the instrument panel. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 557: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 555 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H”, pull • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the over and stop the vehicle.
Page 558: Jack Location
556 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 559: To Access Spare Tire Winch Drive Nut
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 557 means of a cable winch mechanism. The “spare tire To Access Spare Tire Winch Drive Nut drive” nut is located on the floor, under a plastic cap at To access the spare tire winch drive nut and lower the the front of the floor console or under front super console spare tire, you will need to refer to one of the following forward bin liner.
Page 560 558 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Super Console 1. Pull the lower drawer out from the rear of the floor console to gain clear access of the tire winch drive nut. For vehicles equipped with the Super Console, the spare tire winch assembly drive nut is located beneath the console.
Page 561 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 559 Premium/Base/Cargo Center Console Pull the Winch Cover assembly plug (if equipped) to access the winch drive nut. Drive Nut Access Winch Cover Assembly Plug (If Equipped) I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 562: Spare Tire Tools
560 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Tools The tool pouch contains three pieces and can be as- sembled into a spare tire hook; to remove the compact spare tire/cover assembly from under the vehicle, or a Winch T-handle; to raise/lower the compact spare tire/ cover assembly.
Page 563: Spare Tire Removal Instructions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 561 Spare Tire Removal Instructions The spare tire is located under the vehicle beneath the center console area. Assembling The Spare Tire Hook A — Spare Tire Hook/T-handle B — Extension 1 C — Extension 2 Spare Tire And Cover 1.
Page 564 562 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Rotate the nut to the left until the winch mechanism stops turning freely. This will allow enough slack in the cable to allow you to pull the spare tire out from underneath the vehicle. CAUTION! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the winch T-handle only.
Page 565: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 563 4. Stand the tire/cover assembly upright and remove the Preparations For Jacking wheel spacer by squeezing the winch retaining tabs 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or together. Push the retainer through the spare tire to slippery areas.
Page 566: Jacking Instructions
564 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Block both the front and rear of the WARNING! (Continued) wheel diagonally opposite the jack- • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the ing position. For example, if chang- edge of the roadway as possible before raising the ing the right front tire, block the left vehicle.
Page 567 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 565 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on lifting this vehicle during a tire change. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
Page 568 566 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. There are two jack engagement locations on each side CAUTION! of the vehicle body. These locations are on the sill flange of the vehicle body. Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated.
Page 569 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 567 Front jack location is on the sill flange of the vehicle body WARNING! and is located 6 in (150 mm) from door edge. Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed.
Page 570 568 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 5. Remove the wheel lug nuts, for vehicles with wheel covers, remove the cover from the wheel by hand.
Page 571 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 569 9. Lower the jack to its fully-closed position. WARNING! WARNING! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or has been lowered.
Page 572: Securing The Spare Tire
570 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES form a “T” and fit the winch T-handle over the drive WARNING! nut. Rotate the nut to the right until the winch mechanism clicks at least three times. A loose compact spare tire/cover assembly, thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger NOTE: Refer to the “Spare Tire Tools”...
Page 573 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 571 3. Turn the compact spare tire so that the valve stem is WARNING! down, and place the tire into the spare tire/cover assembly. Slide the wheel spacer through the center of Verify that both retainer tabs of the wheel spacer the wheel and spare tire/cover assembly, so that the have been properly extended through the center of two retainer tabs snap out and engage the spare tire...
Page 574: Road Tire Installation
572 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! The winch mechanism is designed specifically to stow a compact spare tire only. Do not attempt to use the winch to stow the full size flat tire, or any other full-size tire. Vehicle damage may result. Road Tire Installation Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 1.
Page 575 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 573 3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the 6. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand, wrench while at the end of the handle for increased snapping the cover over the two lug nuts.
Page 576: Jump-Starting
574 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a WARNING! torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly seated against the wheel. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle JUMP-STARTING has been lowered.
Page 577: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 575 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 578: Jump-Starting Procedure
576 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
Page 579 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 577 CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark or the discharged vehicle.
Page 580: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
578 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion.
Page 581: Shift Lever Override
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 579 NOTE: Press the ESC Off switch, to place the Electronic Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial Off mode excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even before rocking the vehicle.
Page 582 580 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, remove the 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. shift lever override access cover (located near the top 5. Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access right of the shift lever in the instrument panel).
Page 583: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 581 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground ALL MODELS Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable: • Transmission in NEUTRAL Wheel lift Rear • 25 mph (40 km/h) max speed • 15 miles (24 km) max distance Front Flatbed BEST METHOD...
Page 584 582 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the key fob is unavailable, or the battery is discharged, The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with see Shift Lever Override in What To Do In Emergen- all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. If flatbed cies for instructions on shifting the automatic transmis- equipment is not available, and the transmission is sion out of PARK for towing.
Page 585 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 583 CAUTION! CAUTION! Towing faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- 15 mi (24 km) with front wheels on the ground can ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam- cause severe transmission damage.
Page 586 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 587: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ....595 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..587 ▫ Exhaust System ..... .596 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM —...
Page 588 586 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From ▫ Front Side Marker Lamp ....632 Corrosion ......614 ▫...
Page 589: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 587 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Air Filter 6 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Battery 9 —...
Page 590: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
588 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 591: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 589 “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in ”Un- EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa- PROGRAMS tion. Tighten the gas cap until a clicking sound is heard. In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tight- an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Page 592 590 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test, the ignition or start the engine. This means that your which you can use prior to going to the test station. To vehicle’s OBD II system is not ready and you should check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must not proceed to the I/M station.
Page 593: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 591 before going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine systems may void your warranty and could result in civil running.
Page 594: Engine Oil
592 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed CAUTION! (Continued) maintenance schedule, there are other components which • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids may require servicing or replacement in the future. that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter- CAUTION! vals.
Page 595 API Certified and meet loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine. the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 596 594 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Engine Oil Viscosity – 3.6L Engine Identification Symbol SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature This symbol means that the oil has starting and vehicle fuel economy.
Page 597: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 595 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 598: Exhaust System
596 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection exhaust system inspected each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required. The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be WARNING! used to assure most efficient service.
Page 599 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 597 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- CAUTION! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst leaded fuel only.
Page 600: Maintenance-Free Battery
598 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- WARNING! age: • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 601: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 599 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 602 600 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- tioning system.
Page 603 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 601 WARNING! Do not remove the A/C air filter while the blower is operating or personal injury may result. The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove box. Perform the following procedure to re- place the filter: 1.
Page 604: Body Lubrication
602 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter MOPAR Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy opera- pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter tion and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should cover.
Page 605 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 603 Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt seconds to flush out any residual water.
Page 606: Cooling System
604 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, WARNING! flushed and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, •...
Page 607 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 605 Cooling System – Drain, Flush, And Refill CAUTION! If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- reliable cooling system cleaner.
Page 608 606 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE period, it is important that you use the same engine CAUTION! (Continued) coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your vehicle. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine Please review these recommendations for using Organic coolant (antifreeze) products.
Page 609 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 607 Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- WARNING! tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
Page 610 608 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based maintain the proper level, it should be added to the engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in coolant bottle.
Page 611: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 609 • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti- operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant ONLY the correct type thermostat.
Page 612 610 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing WARNING! the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the “FULL” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision.
Page 613 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 611 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master Parts”...
Page 614: Automatic Transmission
612 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure. in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter This could result in a collision.
Page 615 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 613 leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may your authorized dealer immediately to have the trans- adversely affect seals. mission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmission CAUTION! damage.
Page 616: Corrosion
614 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 617 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 615 • 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 618 616 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, • For aluminum wheels, use MOPAR Wheel Cleaner de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well (Part# 04796239AB) or equivalent. packaged and sealed. CAUTION! •...
Page 619 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 617 • Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel. Cleaning Interior Trim • For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean, or a Interior trim should be cleaned starting with a damp mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove cloth, a damp cloth with MOPAR Total Clean or equiva- stain.
Page 620 618 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and solvents, detergents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To your leather upholstery. Application of a leather condi- remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- tioner is not required to maintain the original condition.
Page 621: Cleaning The Instrument Panel Cupholders
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 619 When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR Total Clean, a towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove directly on the mirror.
Page 622: Fuses
620 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE liner from the water and dip it back into the water about six times. This will loosen any remaining debris. Rinse the liner thoroughly under warm running water. Shake the excess water from the liner and dry the outer surfaces with a clean soft cloth.
Page 623 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 621 Car- CAUTION! Mini- Cavity tridge Description Fuse • When installing the Totally Integrated Power Mod- Fuse ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is 40 Amp — Power Folding Seat properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do Green so may allow water to get into the Integrated Power 30 Amp...
Page 624 622 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Car- Car- Mini- Mini- Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp — Antilock Brakes 30 Amp — Power Sliding Door Pink Valve/Stability Pink Module/Anti–Theft Control System Module – If Equipped 40 Amp —...
Page 625 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 623 Car- Car- Mini- Mini- Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp — Powertrain Control — 20 Amp Front Fog Lamps Blue Module Trans Yellow Range — 20 Amp Front/Rear Axle 60 Amp —...
Page 626 624 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Car- Car- Mini- Mini- Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Power Outlet #2 — 15 Amp Ignition Off Draw Yellow (BATT/ACC SE- Blue — Video System, LECT) – Center Satellite Radio, Seat or with Con- DVD, Hands-Free...
Page 627 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 625 Car- Car- Mini- Mini- Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Instrument Cluster, — 10 Amp Airbag Module/ Yellow SIREN, Clock Mod- Occupant Classifi- ule, Multi-Function cation Module Control Switch – If —...
Page 628 626 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Car- Car- Mini- Mini- Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 15 Amp Instrument Cluster — 20 Amp Fuel Pump, Diesel Blue Interior Light, Yellow Lift Pump – If Switch Bank, Steer- Equipped ing Column Mod- —...
Page 629 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 627 Car- Car- Mini- Mini- Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 15 Amp Rear Wiper Mod- — 10 Amp Park Assist, Heater Blue ule, Power Folding Climate Control Mirror Module, Headlamp Wash, Compass, —...
Page 630: Vehicle Storage
628 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE Car- Mini- Cavity tridge Description If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 Fuse Fuse days, you may want to take steps to protect your battery. You may do the following: —...
Page 631: Replacement Bulbs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 629 REPLACEMENT BULBS Bulb Number Liftgate Lamp(s) Interior Bulbs Overhead Console Read- PC579 Bulb Number ing Lamps Center & Rear Dome Removable Console Lamp Lamp – If Equipped Center & Rear Reading Visor Vanity Lamps 6501966 Lamps NOTE: For lighted switches, see your authorized dealer Front Door Courtesy for replacement instructions.
Page 632: Bulb Replacement
630 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exterior Bulbs BULB REPLACEMENT Bulb Number High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) — If Headlamp – (Low and Equipped High Beam Halogen) The headlamps are a type of high voltage discharge tube. Headlamp (HID – If High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the Equipped) Low Beam headlamp switch off and the key removed.
Page 633: Quad Headlamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 631 NOTE: On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis- CAUTION! charge (HID) headlamps, when the headlamps are turned on, there is a blue hue to the lamps. This dimin- Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil ishes and becomes more white after approximately 10 contamination will severely shorten bulb life.
Page 634: Front Side Marker Lamp
632 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Side Marker Lamp 1. From behind the bumper fascia, or the access panel on the air dam, twist the bulb counterclockwise, and 1. Raise the hood to access the rear of the headlamp remove bulb. housing.
Page 635: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 633 2. Remove the tail lamp assembly by removing the two NOTE: screws from the inboard side. Use a fiber stick or • If a screwdriver is used, make sure a soft material is similar tool to gently pry the light on the outboard side placed between the vehicle body and tool so not to to disengage the two ball studs.
Page 636: License Lamp
634 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE License Lamp 2. Twist and remove the socket from the lamp assembly and pull the bulb out to remove. The license plate lamp is located under the tailgate light bar and above the license plate. 3. Push the bulb into the socket, twist the socket into the lamp assembly and reinstall the lamp assembly into 1.
Page 637: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 635 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 20 Gallons 76 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters Cooling System * 3.6L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 13.4 Quarts 12.6 Liters Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Page 638: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil Filters.
Page 639: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 637 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission We recommend you use MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR Power Steering Fluid +4, MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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Page 641 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .640 ▫ Maintenance Chart ....642 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 642 640 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change scheduled oil change is performed by someone other indicator system.
Page 643 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 641 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil master cylinder, power steering and transmission as Change Indicator System: needed • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as •...
Page 644 642 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary.
Page 645 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 643 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) which- ever comes first. Change automatic transmission fluid and fil- ter(s) if using your vehicle for any of the fol- lowing: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
Page 646 644 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 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 647: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ....647 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ... .651 ▫ Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center..648 ▫ In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C..
Page 648 646 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .654 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ..653 ▫...
Page 649: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 647 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 650: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
• Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process.
Page 651: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 649 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 652: Warranty Information
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the the ownership experience. You will be pleased with their DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
Page 653: Mopar Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 651 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 654: Publication Order Forms
Chrysler Group LLC vehicles. ing, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group LLC ve- Included are starting, operating, emergency and mainte- hicles.
Page 655: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 653 Call toll free at: Treadwear • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...
Page 656: Traction Grades
654 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 657 INDEX I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 658 656 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .606 Air Conditioning System, Zone Control..425 Adding Fuel ......532 Air Pressure, Tires.
Page 659 INDEX 657 Automatic Transmission ....460 Brake Assist System ..... . .483 Adding Fluid .
Page 660 658 INDEX Cargo Area Features ..... . .295 Clock ........353 Cargo Compartment .
Page 661 INDEX 659 Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...607 Defroster, Windshield ..... .122 Cooling System.
Page 662 660 INDEX E-85 Fuel .......528 Checking Oil Level .....592 Economy (Fuel) Mode .
Page 663 INDEX 661 Ethanol ....... .525 Flexible Fuel Vehicles Event Data Recorder ......92 Cruising Range .
Page 664 662 INDEX Fold in Floor (Stow n Go) Seating ... . .197 Tank Capacity ......635 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .
Page 665 INDEX 663 Gear Select Lever Override ....579 Heated Mirrors ......136 General Information .
Page 666 664 INDEX Instrument Cluster ......311 Key, Replacement ......16 Instrument Panel and Controls .
Page 667 INDEX 665 Battery Saver ......229 Low Fuel ......324 Brake Assist Warning .
Page 668 666 INDEX Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..313 Mini-Trip Computer ..... . .339 Loading Vehicle ......287 Mirrors .
Page 669 INDEX 667 New Vehicle Break-In Period ....119 Viscosity ......594 Oil Filter, Selection .
Page 670 668 INDEX Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect ) ....147 Radial Ply Tires ......505 Placard, Tire and Loading Information .
Page 671 INDEX 669 Remote Starting System..... .29 Satellite Radio Antenna .....373 Removable Floor Console .
Page 672 670 INDEX Reclining ......192 Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....512 Stow n Go (Fold in Floor) .
Page 673 INDEX 671 Storage ....... .628 Tires ........123 Storage Bin.
Page 674 672 INDEX Sizes ....... .493 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ....487 Snow Tires .
Page 675 INDEX 673 Trip Odometer ......313 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ... . .6 Turn Signals .
Page 676 674 INDEX Water Windshield Defroster..... . .122 Driving Through ..... . .473 Windshield Washers .
Page 677 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals. from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully shielded Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed coaxial cable.
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