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  • Page 1 2010...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT: This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation Radio or Multimedia Radio Manual, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty and 24-Hour Towing Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER . . 40 POWER INVERTER ... . . 41 WELCOME FROM POWER OUTLETS ... . . 42 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC .

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. IMPORTANT: This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle.
  • Page 5 Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other combustible materials. The heat from your vehicle exhaust system could cause a fire. CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, ATF+4, MOPAR and uconnect are registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC. COPYRIGHT ©2009 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC...

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT...
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...

  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light** - Oil Pressure Warning Light** - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light** - Airbag Warning Light** - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Engine Temperature Warning Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light BRAKE...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - High Beam Indicator - Front Fog Light Indicator - Vehicle Security Indicator* - Electronic Stability Program (ESP)/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator Odometer Messages ECO - Fuel Saver Indicator LoWASH - Low Washer Fluid ECO-ON - Fuel Saver Indicator On noFUSE* - Fuse Fault door - Door Ajar...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors/Liftgate • Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and liftgate.

  • Page 11: Theft Alarm

    GETTING STARTED Panic Alarm • Press the PANIC button once to turn the panic alarm on. • Wait approximately three seconds and press the button a second time to turn the panic alarm off. Power Liftgate • Press the LIFTGATE button twice within five seconds to power open/close the Power Liftgate.

  • Page 12: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED FRONT SEATS WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is parked. Manual Seat Adjustment Forward/Rearward •...
  • Page 13 GETTING STARTED Manual Lumbar Adjust Lever • Rotate the lumbar adjustment lever downward to increase the support or upward to decrease the support. Eight-Way Driver And Passenger Power Seat • The recline switch, located on the outboard side of the seat, controls seatback adjustment.
  • Page 14 GETTING STARTED Front Heated Seats • The controls for front heated seats are located on the center instrument panel area. • Press the switch once to select High-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select Low-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements Off.

  • Page 15: Tilt Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED Memory Seats • The memory seat feature allows you to save two different driver seating positions, driver's outside mirror, adjustable brake and accelerator pedals, and radio station preset settings. The memory seat switch is located on the driver's door panel. •...

  • Page 16: Adjustable Pedals

    GETTING STARTED ADJUSTABLE PEDALS • Press the switch located on the left side of the steering column forward to move the brake and accelerator pedals away from the driver and press the button rearward to move the pedals closer to the driver. NOTE: The pedals cannot be adjusted when the vehicle is in REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control is set.
  • Page 17 GETTING STARTED Key Fob Programmable Features • The following features may also be programmed by using the Key Fob transmitter or the ignition switch and driver's door lock switch. NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm.
  • Page 18 GETTING STARTED Flashing Lights With Lock • The turn signal lights flashing, when the doors are locked or unlocked, feature can be turned on or off. To turn this feature on or off: • Press and hold the UNLOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds.

  • Page 19: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TURN SIGNAL/WIPER/WASHER/HIGH BEAM LEVER Turn Signal/Lane Change Assist • Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times and automatically turn off. • Vehicles equipped with Blind Spot Monitoring may be programmed to add a visual alert when signaling a lane change;...

  • Page 20: Headlight Switch And Halo Light Switch

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AND HALO LIGHT SWITCH Automatic Headlights/Parking Lights/Headlights • Rotate the headlight switch to the first detent for parking lights and to the second detent for headlights • Rotate the headlight switch to “A” for AUTO headlights.

  • Page 21: Speed Control Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL LEVER Cruise ON/OFF • Push the ON/OFF button to activate the Speed Control. • CRUISE will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on. • Push the ON/OFF button a second time to turn the system off.

  • Page 22: Electronic Range Selection (Ers)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC RANGE SELECTION (ERS) • The Electronic Range Select (ERS) feature allows you to select the desired top gear. For example, if you shift the transaxle into third gear, the transaxle will never shift above third gear, but can shift down to second or first gear automatically when needed.

  • Page 23: Front Three Zone Manual Climate Controls

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE FRONT THREE ZONE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS Air Recirculation • Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation. • For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off. • Recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes. Rear Window Defroster •...

  • Page 24: Front Three Zone Automatic Temperature Controls (Atc)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Activating Rear Passenger Climate Controls • Rotate the rear blower control, located on the instrument panel, to the “RR” position. This enables the rear passenger climate controls located in the headliner above the second row seats. FRONT THREE ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC)
  • Page 25 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Operation • Push the AUTO mode button to activate the ATC system. • Select the desired temperature by rotating the temperature controls for the driver or passenger. • The system will maintain the set temperature automatically. Air Conditioning (A/C) •...

  • Page 26: Parksense ® Rear Park Assist

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Activating Rear Automatic Temperature Control • Pressing the REAR LOCK button for the Rear ATC System from the front lower ATC panel, illuminates a LOCK symbol in the rear display. The rear temperature and air source are controlled from the front lower ATC panel.

  • Page 27: Rear Cross Path With Blind Spot Monitoring

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE REAR CROSS PATH WITH BLIND SPOT MONITORING • The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system warning light, located in the outside mirrors, will illuminate if a vehicle moves into a blind spot zone. • The BSM system can also be configured to sound an audible (chime) alert and mute the radio to notify you of objects that have entered the detection zones.

  • Page 28: Stow 'N Go ® Seating

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ® STOW 'N GO SEATING • Move the front seat fully forward. Lower the head restraints and raise the armrests on the second row seat. • Slide the storage bin locking mechanism to the "LOCK" position and then pull up on the storage bin latch to open the cover.

  • Page 29: Swivel N' Go™ Seating With Table

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SWIVEL N’ GO™ SEATING WITH TABLE To Swivel The Seats • Pull the lower handle on the outboard side of the seat and push the side of the seatback to begin rotation. Once the seat begins to rotate, the handle may be released. The seat locks in position once reaching the forward or rearward positions only.

  • Page 30: Third Row Power Recliner

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE To Remove The Seats • Remove any obstructions from the floor behind the seat, and stow the third row seat. • Pull up on the release bar located at the bottom front edge of the swivel seat. •...

  • Page 31: Power Sunroof

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF • The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console. WARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.

  • Page 32: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIND BUFFETING • Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, adjust the front and rear windows together. • If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or adjust any window.

  • Page 33: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS NON-TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS RES Radio RES/RSC Radio...

  • Page 34: Audio Settings

    ELECTRONICS NOTE: uconnect™ phone and Voice Recognition are vehicle options which must be ordered separately. The buttons on the radio will only be active if the vehicle has been equipped with the option. • The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. •...

  • Page 35: Touch-Screen Radios

    ELECTRONICS TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS Navigation Radio – RER Multimedia Radio – RBZ...

  • Page 36: Store Radio Presets

    ELECTRONICS NOTE: uconnect™ phone and Voice Recognition are vehicle options which must be ordered separately. The buttons on the radio will only be active if the vehicle has been equipped with the option. • The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. •...
  • Page 37 ELECTRONICS Copying From USB • Insert a USB device, then select MY MUSIC. • Touch the IMPORT MUSIC FILES soft-key, then touch the FROM USB soft-key in the next screen. • Select the folders or titles you would like to copy, then touch the DONE soft-key to start the copy process.
  • Page 38 ELECTRONICS New Destination • Press the NAV hard-key to access the Navigation Main Menu. • Touch the NEW DESTINATION soft-key to program a destination, then select the destination soft-key of your choice. Program/Storing Home Address • Press the NAV hard-key to access the Navigation Main Menu. •...

  • Page 39: Remote Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS • The switches are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Right Switch • Press the switch up or down to increase and decrease the volume. • Press the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/CD/SAT.
  • Page 40 ELECTRONICS Operation Of The Touch-Screen Radio/DVD Player • To view a DVD press the OPEN/CLOSE hard-key on the touch-screen radio and insert the disc or insert the disc into the optional DVD player. Playback will begin automatically after the DVD is recognized by the disc drive. If playback does not begin automatically when the disc is inserted into the DVD player press the PLAY button.

  • Page 41: Universal Consumer Interface

    ELECTRONICS UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE ® • This feature allows you to plug an iPod into the vehicle’s sound system through a 16–pin connector using the provided interface cable. • The 16–pin connector port is located in the glove box or on the center console. Location ®...

  • Page 42: Universal Garage Door Opener

    ELECTRONICS UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER ® Programming HomeLink Begin Programming ® • The HomeLink buttons are located in the sun visor. • Erase all channels before you begin training by holding the two outside buttons for up to 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes. •...

  • Page 43: Power Inverter

    ELECTRONICS • Firmly press and release the “learn” or “training” button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. Within 30 seconds, return to the vehicle and press ® the programmed HomeLink button twice (holding the button for two seconds each time).

  • Page 44: Power Outlets

    ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLETS • There are four 12-volt power outlets in your vehicle. Two are located on the lower instrument panel, next to the open storage bin. The upper power outlet is controlled by the ignition switch and the lower power outlet is connected directly to the battery. One is located in the removable floor console and is also connected directly to the battery.
  • Page 45 ELECTRONICS • You will be asked to create a four-digit PIN which you will later need to enter into your phone (typically..settings, bluetooth, device, list, new). • You will then be prompted to give the phone pairing a name (each phone paired should have a unique name).

  • Page 46: Voice Recognition

    ELECTRONICS VOICE RECOGNITION • The Voice Recognition (VR) system allows you to control your AM, FM radio, satellite radio, disc player, and a memo recorder. When you press the VR button , you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to give a command. If you do not say a command within a few seconds, the system will present you with a list of options.

  • Page 47: Utility

    UTILITY Cargo Area Storage IN-FLOOR STORAGE – STOW ® • The liftgate sill plate has a raised line N’ GO with the statement “Load To This Second Row Seat Storage Bins Line”. This line indicates how far rearward cargo can be placed without •...

  • Page 48: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    UTILITY...

  • Page 49: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    UTILITY RECREATIONAL TOWING BRAKE/TRANSAXLE INTERLOCK MANUAL (BEHIND MOTORHOME, OVERRIDE ETC.) • The manual override may be used in CAUTION! the event that the shift lever should fail to move from PARK with the Key Towing this vehicle behind another Fob in the ON position and the brake vehicle (flat-towing with all four pedal pressed.

  • Page 50: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24 HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE • Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. • Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions. •...
  • Page 51 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately. WARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant.
  • Page 52 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Charging System Light • This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system. •...

  • Page 53: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Oil Change Indicator Message • If an “oil change” message (shown as CHAngE OIL) appears and a single chime sounds, it is time for your next required oil change. Resetting The Light After Servicing • Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start engine). •...

  • Page 54: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
  • Page 55 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Stowage • The spare tire is stored inside a protective cover located under the center of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mechanism. • Using the provided tools, lower the spare tire by turning the “spare tire drive”...
  • Page 56 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel. NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.
  • Page 57 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable and cause an accident. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. •...

  • Page 58: Jump-Starting

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or hard stop, could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided. • Place the deflated (flat) tire and compact spare tire cover assembly in the rear cargo area.
  • Page 59 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be hurt by the fan. • Remove any metal jewelry, such as watch bands or bracelets, that might make an inadvertent electrical contact.
  • Page 60 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! During cold weather when temperatures are below the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting because the battery could rupture or explode. The battery temperature must be brought up above the freezing point before attempting a jump-start.

  • Page 61: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...

  • Page 62: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.

  • Page 63: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) • This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle's systems performed.

  • Page 64: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Pull the hood release lever located on the instrument panel, below the steering column. • Raise the hood and locate the safety catch lever, in the middle of the hood opening. • Move the safety latch while lifting the hood at the same time. •...

  • Page 65: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 66 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 67: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Component Capacities Part ® Engine Coolant - 3.3L and MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 13.4 Quarts (12.6 Liters ) 3.8L and 4.0L Five Year /100,000 Mile Includes heater and Formula HOAT ( Hybrid coolant recovery bottle Organic Additive Technology) filled to MAX level.

  • Page 68: Maintenance Chart

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 69: Maintenance Record

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance Record Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 6 Months 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 18 Months 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 30 Months 36,000 Miles...

  • Page 70: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES...
  • Page 71 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) • The Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini-fuses and relays. Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 40 Amp Green Power Folding Seat 30 Amp Pink Power Liftgate Module...
  • Page 72 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 15 Amp Blue Ignition Off Draw — Vehicle Entertainment System (IOD-VES), Satellite Digital Audio Receiver (SDARS), DVD, Hands-Free Module (HFM), Universal Garage Door Opener (UGDO), Vanity Lamp (VANITY LP), Streaming Video Module 10 Amp Red (Ignition Off Draw) IOD-HVAC/ATC 30 Amp Green...

  • Page 73: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch (IGN SW), Window Module (WIN MOD), PEM, Steering Column Lock 10 Amp Red Next Generation Controller (NGC), PCM, Transmission Feed (TRANS FEED), TCM 10 Amp Red Occupant Classification Module (OCM) 15 Amp Blue Rear Wiper Module (RR WIPER...

  • Page 74: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. WARNING! Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents. Under-inflation is the leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking, component separation, or “blow out”.

  • Page 75: Consumer Assistance

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CHRYSLER GROUP LLC WARNING! CUSTOMER CENTER Engine exhaust, some of its P.O. Box 21–8004 constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 chemicals known to the State of Phone: 1–800–992–1997 California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 76: Reporting Safety Defects In The 50 United States And Washington, D.c

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TIRE WARRANTY IN THE 50 UNITED STATES Tire Limited Warranty And AND WASHINGTON, D.C. Adjustment Policy • When a tire is removed from service • If you believe that your vehicle has a due to a covered warranty condition defect that could cause a crash or under a tire manufacturer’s “Limited cause injury or death, you should...
  • Page 77 CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Disclaimer: WARNING! (Continued) • THE TIRE MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED • Tires should be inspected regularly WARRANTY PROGRAM, THE DETAILS by a qualified technician for signs OF WHICH CAN BE FOUND, ON THE of damage, such as punctures, OWNERS MANUAL DVD, THE TIRE impacts, underinflation or MANUFACTURER’S WEBSITE OR AT overloading.
  • Page 78 CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Using Lift Kits WARNING! • Use of lift kits with some vehicle/tire Tires and the spare tire should be combinations can cause instability or replaced after six years, regardless of loss of control. When changing tire the remaining tread. Failure to follow sizes, always consult an installer for this warning can result in sudden tire optimum rim width and carefully...

  • Page 79: Mopar Accessories

    • The following highlights just some of the authentic Dodge Accessories by MOPAR that have been engineered to customize your Dodge Caravan. • To see the full line of accessories stop by your Dodge dealer or visit MOPAR.com. EXTERIOR: • Side Window Air •...
  • Page 80 NOTES...
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  • Page 84 DODGE.com This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Dodge and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s...

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