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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or op- name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Introduction 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. . . 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION 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 parts, and cares about your satisfac- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision tion.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is on the left erating procedures that could result in a collision or front corner of the instrument panel and is visible from bodily injury.
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. Vehicle Identification Number NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ To Arm The System .....19 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ General Information ....25 ▫ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If Equipped ......42 DOOR LOCKS .
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The SAFETY TIPS ......80 Vehicle .
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition with consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the push of a button, as long as the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter and a Keyless Ignition Node (KIN).
Page 15: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
Page 16 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Mechanical Latch On The Back Of The Key Fob Emergency Key Removal...
Page 17: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Ignition Or Accessory On Message WARNING! Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
Page 18: Sentry Key
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system uses a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry WARNING! (Continued) (RKE) transmitter, a Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) and a • Do not leave children or animals inside parked RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. vehicles in hot weather.
Page 19: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 CAUTION! CAUTION! • Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not compat- ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems. lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting tended.
Page 20: Customer Key Programming
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer Sys- VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors, liftgate, authorized dealer. and hood for unauthorized entry and the ignition for unauthorized operation.
Page 21: To Arm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Arm The System Press the LIFTGATE release button on the RKE transmit- ter twice to allow access without triggering the alarm or Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: having to disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 22: Illuminated Entry
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Tamper Alert • The liftgate key cylinder cannot arm or disarm the If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in your absence, the horn will sound three times and the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 23: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 The interior lights will turn on, remain on for approxi- REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) mately 30 seconds, and then fade to off if any of the The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the doors following occur: and liftgate, or activate the Panic Alarm from distances •...
Page 24: To Unlock The Doors
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock The Doors Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE This feature lets you program the system to unlock either transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice to the driver’s door or all doors on the first press of the unlock both doors and the liftgate.
Page 25: To Unlatch The Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 refer to “Uconnect® Access Settings” in “Understanding NOTE: The interior lights will turn off if you cycle the Your Instrument Panel” for further information. ignition switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the Panic Alarm is activated.
Page 26 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechanical of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage latch on the back of the RKE transmitter sideways the seal during removal. with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 27: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 on the battery to the + sign on the inside of the battery 1. Closeness to a radio transmitter, such as a radio station clip, located on the back cover. Avoid touching the tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB new battery with your fingers.
Page 28: Door Locks
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving WARNING! unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a • Do not touch the exhaust pipe sill covers when number of reasons.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 WARNING! • For personal security and safety in the event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE is open, and the ignition is in the ACC or ON/RUN Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit position, a chime will sound as a reminder to remove the The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with Key Fob.
Page 31: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 WINDOWS There are single window controls on the passenger door trim panel, which operate the passenger door window. Power Windows The window controls will operate only when the ignition The window controls on the driver’s door control both of is in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
Page 32: Auto-Down Feature
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To stop the window from going all the way down during WARNING! the AUTO-down operation, pull up on the switch briefly. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do AUTO-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection not let children play with power windows.
Page 33: Reset Auto-Up
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger 2. Pull the window switch up to close the window the auto-reverse function unexpectedly during auto- completely and continue to hold the switch up for an closure.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or closed. To open the liftgate, press the LIFTGATE RELEASE switch located under the right side of the tail panel, which is located below the liftgate, then pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 NOTE: The liftgate release switch will be ignored under WARNING! the following conditions: • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous • When the ignition is in ON/RUN and the parking exhaust gases into your vehicle.
Page 36: Occupant Restraints
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS out and then adjusting the belt to the desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large item in a seat — Some of the most important safety features in your if equipped vehicle are the restraint systems: If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized...
Page 37: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 NOTE: The Advanced Front Air bags have a multistage Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver rates of inflation based on several factors, including the and cause an collision that includes you.
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle WARNING! (Continued) or being thrown out of the vehicle. • Wearing your belt in the wrong place can make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might WARNING! suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out •...
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Seat Belt Guide Loop To utilize the seat belt guide loop, unsnap the guide loop retainer by pulling up on the head of the retainer and The seat belt should be routed through the seat belt guide pulling the seat belt guide loop outward.
Page 40: Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The seat belt latch plate is located at the side of your seat back. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Seat Belt Guide Loop Unsnapped Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions Latch Plate 1.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 4. 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 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause inter- nal injuries.
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 8. To release the belt, push the red button in the buckle. WARNING! The belt will retract automatically to its stowed posi- • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of tion.
Page 44: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If Equipped Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- locked.
Page 45: Seat Belt Pretensioners
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will Seat Belt Pretensioners hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is The seat belts for both front seating positions are now in the Automatic Locking Mode.
Page 46: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert®)
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (BeltAlert®) (8 km/h), BeltAlert® will provide both audio and visual notification. BeltAlert® is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger The front passenger seat BeltAlert®...
Page 47: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 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 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation that are based on several factors, including collision severity and type and occupant size. This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon...
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster • No objects should be placed over or near the air such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios, bag on the instrument panel, because any such etc.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag: • The passenger Advanced Front Air Bag may be deac- tivated if the Occupant Classification System (refer to 1.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 should ride properly buckled up in a vehicle with a rear 4. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be seat. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact behind them or under their arm.
Page 52: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front Impact Sensors The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an impact that requires air bag deployment. This low output • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, is used in less severe collisions. A higher energy output is and Seat Track Position Sensors used for more severe collisions.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 The ORC determines if deployment of the front air bags the other hand, depending on the type and location of in a frontal collision is required. Based on the impact impact, Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes sensors signals, a central electronic ORC deploys the with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a Advanced Front Air Bags, and seat belt pretentioners, as...
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC contains a backup power supply system that WARNING! may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light to protect you in a collision.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Advanced Front Air Bags. Different air bag inflation rates Occupant Classification System (OCS) — Front may be possible based on several factors, including Passenger Seat collision type, severity and occupant size. The steering The OCS is part of a Federally regulated safety system for wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the this vehicle.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag may be deacti- Passenger Air Bag Disable (PAD) System vated if the OCS estimates that: Passenger Seat Passenger Ad- Passenger Air • The front passenger seat is unoccupied or has very Occupant Sta- vanced Air Bag Bag Status...
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Front Air Bag. Never allow children to ride in the front Passenger Air Bag Disable (PAD) System passenger seat and never install a child restraint system, Child, including “PASSENGER DEACTIVATED including a rearward-facing infant seat, in this vehicle. a child seated in AIR BAG OFF”...
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • the front passenger seat, have the passenger reposition Air Bag Warning Light his/her body in the seat until the PAD Indicator Light Occupant Classification Module (OCM) goes out. The Occupant Classification Module (OCM) is located If the PAD Indicator Light is illuminated with the words underneath the passenger seat.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Properly seated passengers are: Do not decrease the passenger’s total seated weight on the passenger seat • Sitting upright Decreasing the passenger’s total seated weight on the • Facing forward passenger seat may result in serious injury or death. The •...
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The front passenger leans forward, sideways or turns result in activation of the Passenger Advanced Front Air around Bag in a collision and may cause serious injury or death. This does not mean that the OCS is working improperly. •...
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 • Accessories that may increase the total seated weight WARNING! on the passenger seat are attached to the passenger seat If there is a fault present in the OCS, both the PAD Indicator Light and the Air Bag Warning Light will •...
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE a collision. When the right front passenger seat is empty the passenger seat and for most properly installed child or when very light objects are placed on the seat, the restraint systems. However, under certain conditions, Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag will not inflate even even with a properly installed child restraint system, the though the PAD indicator light is not illuminated.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 1. Turn off the vehicle and have the adult passenger step WARNING! out of the vehicle. If the PAD Indicator Light remains illuminated for 2. Remove any extra materials from the passenger seat, an adult passenger, have an authorized dealer service such as;...
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not replace the seat cover or cushion with an The passenger seat assembly contains critical compo- nents that may affect Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag aftermarket seat cover or cushion. inflation.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 • Cut off fuel to the engine. WARNING! (Continued) • Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) until the ignition is cycled to OFF. and/or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS).
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you do have a collision, which deploys the air bags, any throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation or all of the following may occur: continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in- •...
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to Air Bag Warning Light eight-second interval. You will want to have the air bags ready to inflate for • The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or your protection in a collision.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the Event Data Recorder (EDR) accelerator and/or brake pedal; and, This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder • How fast the vehicle was traveling. (EDR).
Page 70: Child Restraints
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Toddlers younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear...
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infant and Child Restraints rearward-facing until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat. • Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or WARNING! until they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear facing child safety seat.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Older Children and Child Restraints seat. The child and belt-positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the seat belt. Children who are two years old or who have outgrown their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward- WARNING! facing in the vehicle.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? Children Too Large for Booster Seats 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 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Children Too Large For Booster Seats 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs and not their stomach? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend 5.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Combined LATCH – Weight of the LATCH – Restraint Type Lower Anchors Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Seat Belt Only + Top Tether...
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat 4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight belt against the child seat. The passenger seat belt is equipped with an automatic 5.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing Child Restraints Using the Top Tether seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect Anchorage the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 3. Remove the child tether access cover by prying either side with a screwdriver or similar tool, as shown. Child Seat Tether Anchor NOTE: While the child seat tether anchor is in use, keep the access cover in a safe place so that it can be replaced Child Seat Tether Access Cover after the child seat is removed.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Attach the tether hook to the anchor loop. 7. Return the seatback to an upright position. 8. Install the child restraint using the seat belt according to the manufacturer’s directions. 9. Remove slack from the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s directions.
Page 81: Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 • Avoid driving at a constant speed, either fast or slow, Transporting Pets for long periods. Deploying air bags could harm your pet. An unrestrained • Do not make any full throttle starts and avoid full pet will be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in an collision.
Page 82: Safety Tips
80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY TIPS WARNING! (Continued) Transporting Passengers • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. Exhaust Gas WARNING! WARNING! •...
Page 83: Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust WARNING! (Continued) system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the • If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/ vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is rear doors open, make sure that all windows are damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-...
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a Defroster collision. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, the blower control on high speed.
Page 85: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 87 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS MIRRORS ......88 LIGHTS ......99 ▫...
Page 88 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ High/Low Beam Switch ....103 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL ...111 ▫...
Page 89 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 ▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code ..121 CUPHOLDERS — If Equipped ... . .128 ▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming ..122 STORAGE .
Page 90: Mirrors
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Mirror This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. This feature will be defaulted on, and only be disabled when the vehicle is moving in reverse. Automatic Dimming Mirror NOTE: The mirror contains an Assist button and a 9–1–1 button located on the bottom of the mirror.
Page 91: Outside Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Assist Call 9-1-1 Call The rear view mirror contains an ASSIST push button Report an accident without taking your eyes off the road. which automatically connects the vehicle occupants to Just press 9-1-1 on your mirror and connect. one of several predefined locations for immediate sup- port: CAUTION!
Page 92: Power Mirrors
90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors WARNING! The power mirror controls are located on the driver-side Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side door trim panel. convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 93: Vanity Mirror
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a mirror, press either the L (left) or R (right) to select the mirror that you want to adjust. NOTE: A light in the selected button will illuminate indicating the mirror is activated and can be adjusted.
Page 94: Manual Seats
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE position. Then, using body pressure, move forward and WARNING! rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or have latched. outside of a vehicle.
Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Seat Height Adjustment Recliner Adjustment The seat height adjustment lever is located on the out- The recliner lever is located on the outboard side of the board side of the seat. Pull upward on the lever to raise seat.
Page 96 94 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 97: Power Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Power Seats Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward On models equipped with power seats, the power seat The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will floor.
Page 98 96 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 99: Non-Adjustable Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD CAUTION! (Continued) 1. Reach into the back side area of the drivers front controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is fender to gain access to the hood release lever. stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path.
Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Pull the hood release lever rearward to release the hood latches. Opened Hood NOTE: The recommended lift point is to place the lifting hand forward of one of the wiper arms and pull up. The Hood Release Lever assist props will help raise and hold the hood to a normal 3.
Page 101: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 CAUTION! WARNING! • Do not leave the hood open in areas where strong Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your gust of wind are likely. Such a place might be by vehicle.
Page 102: Automatic Headlights
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the A (AUTO) position. When the system is on, the headlight time delay feature is also on.
Page 103: Headlight Time Delay
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 NOTE: The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be If you turn the headlights off before the ignition, they will turned on or off using the Uconnect® System, refer to turn off in the normal manner. “Uconnect®...
Page 104: Lights-On Reminder
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If allowed by law in the country in which the vehicle was purchased the Daytime Running Lights can be turned on and off using the Uconnect® System, refer to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Understanding Your Instru- ment Panel”...
Page 105: Turn Signals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Turn Signals High/Low Beam Switch Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show the headlights to high beam.
Page 106: Interior Lights
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Interior Lights The interior lights come on when a door is opened. To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open.
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Interior Light Control Interior Light Defeat (OFF) Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom OFF second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior position.
Page 108: Windshield Wipers And Washers
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Intermittent Wiper System The multifunction lever operates the windshield wipers Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions and washer when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be- or ACC position.
Page 109: Mist Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Mist Feature CAUTION! When a single wipe to clear off road mist or spray from • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving a passing vehicle is needed, push the washer knob, through an automatic car wash. Damage to the located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to windshield wipers may result if the wiper control the first detent and release.
Page 110: Headlights On With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE released. It will then resume the intermittent interval Headlights On With Wipers (Available with previously selected. If the washer knob is pushed while Automatic Headlights Only) in the off position, the wiper will turn on and cycle When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on approximately three times after the wash knob is re- approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on...
Page 111: Adjustable Pedals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 position, push the release lever forward to lock the WARNING! column firmly in place. Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The adjustable pedal switch is located to the left side of NOTE: the steering column. • Always adjust the pedals to a position that allows full pedal travel. • Further small adjustments may be necessary to find the best possible seat/pedal position.
Page 113: Adjustable Foot Rest
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Adjustable Foot Rest To adjust the pedal: This feature allows the driver to adjust the foot rest 1. Adjust the seat and steering column to a comfortable forward or backward and to rotate it upward or down- position.
Page 114: To Activate
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple speed control buttons are pressed at the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed.
Page 115: To Set A Desired Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 the set speed or normal brake pressure while slowing the WARNING! vehicle will deactivate the Electronic Speed Control with- out erasing the set speed memory. Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally Pressing the ON/OFF button or turning the ignition set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
Page 116: To Accelerate For Passing
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pressing the RES (+) button once will result in a 1 mph To Accelerate For Passing (1.0 km/h) increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the the button results in an increase of 1 mph (1.0 km/h).
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE, the rear camera mode is exited and the navigation or audio screen appears again. When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width of the vehicle and will show separate zones that will help indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle.
Page 118: Turning Parkview® On Or Off - With Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4An
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be Drivers must be careful when backing up even when driven slowly when using ParkView® to be able to using the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera. Always stop in time when an obstacle is seen.
Page 119: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 4. Press the “Parkview Backup camera” soft-key to turn the ParkView® system ON or OFF. NOTE: A check mark will appear in the selection box to indicate the system is turned ON. GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink®...
Page 120: Before You Begin Programming Homelink
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- gram while keeping the HomeLink® indicator light in view. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink® button you want to program and the hand-held trans- mitter button.
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Firmly press and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- To program the remaining two HomeLink® buttons, ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT there may be a light that blinks when the garage door erase the channels.
Page 123: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Programming A Non-Rolling Code 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button and observe the indicator light. For programming Garage Door Openers manufactured • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- before 1995. ming is complete and the garage door/device should 1.
Page 124: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Without releasing the button proceed with “Program- 1. Cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. ming A Non-Rolling Code” step 2 and follow all 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) remaining steps.
Page 125: Using Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- 3. Without releasing button proceed with ming is complete and the garage door/device should “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” step 2 and activate when the HomeLink® button is pressed. follow all remaining steps.
Page 126: Troubleshooting Tips
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is disabled when WARNING! the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger- Troubleshooting Tips ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while If you are having trouble programming HomeLink®, programming the transceiver.
Page 127: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with use a garage door opener without these safety fea- FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not ex- tures. Call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet pressly approved by the party responsible for compli- at www.HomeLink.com for safety information or ance could void the user’s authority to operate the...
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE One power outlet is located on the center console to the The second power outlet is located between the seat right of the shifter. Push down on the power outlet to backs above the cup holders. This power outlet is con- access the opening.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 NOTE: Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts CAUTION! (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced.
Page 130: Cupholders - If Equipped
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS — If Equipped STORAGE There are two cupholders located in the rear of the center Glove Compartment console. An electronic glove compartment is located on the pas- senger side of the instrument panel. Push in the button to open the glove compartment.
Page 131: Console Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Console Features Console Cubby Bin — If Equipped An open storage area, or cubby bin, is located in the center console rearward of the shift lever. Opened Glove Compartment NOTE: The glove compartment will lock with the door locks unless the key fob is detected inside the vehicle.
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Net Storage— If Equipped Storage Bin — If Equipped There is a cargo net storage area located between the There is a storage bin located between the driver and driver and passengers seat. passengers seat.
Page 133: Door Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music players, and other handheld electronic devices should be stowed while driving. Use of these devices while driving can cause an accident due to distrac- tion, resulting in death or injury.
Page 134: Rear Window Features
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: The rear window defroster button is located on • Use care when washing the inside of the rear the climate control panel.
Page 135: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ EVIC Green Telltales ....157 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..135 ▫...
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Summer Operation ....190 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED . .182 ▫ Winter Operation..... .190 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS .
Page 137: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 135 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Passenger Air Bag 11 — Climate Controls 2 — Sound System Speaker 7 — Glove Compartment 12 — Dimmer Controls 3 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Uconnect® System 13 —...
Page 138: Instrument Cluster
136 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 139: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 137 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will illuminate and the chime will sound. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” 1. Speedometer in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. Indicates vehicle speed. 4.
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/ NOTE: Malfunction Indicator Light — If Equipped • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator momentarily each time the ignition is cycled to Light”...
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 139 • Sub-menu Current Position — Whenever there are 6. EVIC Menu Set (Selectable ICONS) sub-menus available, the position within the sub- The EVIC displays are located In the center portion of the menus is here cluster and consists of eight section: Refer to Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) for •...
Page 142 140 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 143 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 141 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is The oil level should be maintained in the SAFE zone at applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- all times. Oil level below the SAFE zone can cause the tion.
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Fuel Gauge/Fuel Door Reminder one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as the ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- CAUTION! (Continued) quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera- When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the sys- tion or sensor damage may result when using re- tem may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure placement equipment that is not of the same size, as intended.
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Certain conditions, such as poor fuel quality, etc., may WARNING! illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced typical driving cycles.
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 • Electronic Speed Control SET Indicator • Low Fuel Light This light will turn on when the electronic When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 speed control is SET. For further information, gal (11.0 L) this light will turn on, and remain refer to “Electronic Speed Control”...
Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and chime will sound for four minutes when this light call for service.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 If the telltale remains lit with the engine running, 19. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light your vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. If (ABS).
Page 150: Electronic Vehicle Information Center
148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 20. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on. 21. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- trol (ESC) is off.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 • Vehicle Settings This system allows the driver to select a variety of useful information by pressing the switches mounted on the The system allows the driver to select information by steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the following: pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering •...
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • UP Arrow Button • RIGHT Arrow Button Press and release the UP arrow button to scroll Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to upward through the main menu and sub- access/select the information screens or sub- menus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Audio, menu screens of a main menu item.
Page 153: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) 1. Main Screen — The inner ring of the display will Displays illuminate in grey under normal conditions, yellow for non critical warnings, red for critical warnings and white for on demand information. 2.
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 7. ESC Status — The ESC status icon will illuminate in reviewed from the “Messages” main menu item. As long this area. Refer to “Starting And Operating” for fur- as there is a stored message, an “i” will be displayed in ther information.
Page 155: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Messages
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 • Service Antilock Brake System seconds and then returns to the previous screen. An example of this message type is “Automatic High Beams • Service Electronic Throttle Control On”. • Cruise Off Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) •...
Page 156: Evic Amber Telltales
154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Lights On EVIC Amber Telltales • Right Turn Signal Light Out This area will show amber caution telltales. These tell- tales include: • Left Turn Signal Light Out • Low Fuel Telltale • Turn Signal On When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal •...
Page 157: Evic Red Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 EVIC Red Telltales Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This light does not show how much oil is in the engine. This area will show red telltales. These telltales include: The engine oil level must be checked under the hood. •...
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting required. You may experience reduced performance, an Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing. • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light •...
Page 159: Evic Green Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 EVIC Green Telltales Tachometer • Electronic Speed Control SET Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow This telltale will illuminate green when the elec- button until the Tachometer icon is highlighted tronic speed control is SET. For further informa- in the EVIC.
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If one or more tires have low pressure, The tire Vehicle Info (Customer Information Features) pressure values in each corner of the ICON with the pressure value of the low tire displayed in a different Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow color than the other tire pressure value.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 Oil Temperature Current Torque Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until “Oil Temperature” is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and “Current Torque” is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the RIGHT arrow button and the oil temperature release the RIGHT arrow button and the current torque will be displayed.
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SRT Performance Info Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the SRT icon is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the RIGHT arrow button and 0–60 MPH Duration will be displayed. Press the UP or DOWN arrow button to scroll through the following information sub-menus: Braking Distance WARNING!
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 Peak G-Forces Trip A Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow the Peak G-Forces are displayed. button until the Trip A icon is highlighted in 0–60 MPH the EVIC.
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip B Audio Press and release Up & Down arrow button Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow until the Trip B icon is highlighted in the EVIC. button until the Audio display icon is high- The Trip B information will display the lighted in the EVIC.
Page 165: Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 Diagnostic Codes Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items Upper Left Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow • None button until the Diagnostic Code icon is high- • Compass lighted in the EVIC. Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to display any present •...
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Trip A Upper Right • None • Trip B • Compass (default setting) • Coolant Temp. • Outside Temp • Oil Temp. • Time • Battery Voltage • Range To Empty (RTE) Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default Settings) •...
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 Tach. Peak Hold When enabled, the Tach. Peak Hold function marks the peak Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) on the tachometer gauge for 3 seconds when the RPM is above 4000. Using the UP and DOWN arrow switches on the left side of the steering wheel, select the gauges icon from the menu on the left side of the cluster (highlighted red is the active menu item).
Page 168: Uconnect® Settings
166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® SETTINGS The Uconnect® system uses a combination of soft and hard keys located on the center of the instrument panel that allows you to access and change the customer programmable features. Uconnect® 8.4 Soft-Keys And Hard-Keys 1 —...
Page 169: Hard-Keys
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 Hard-Keys Safety/Assistance, Lights, Doors & Locks, Auto-On Comfort, Engine Off Operation, Compass Settings, Au- Hard-Keys are located below the Uconnect® system in dio, Phone/Bluetooth® and SiriusXM Setup. the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right side of the NOTE: Only one touchscreen area may be selected at a Climate Controls in the center of the instrument panel.
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Display Brightness With Headlights OFF Display After pressing the Display soft-key the following settings When in this display, you may select the brightness with will be available. the headlights off. Adjust the brightness with the + and – setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale •...
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 • Units pressed. Touch the Touchscreen Beep soft-key until a check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that When in this display, you may select to have the EVIC, setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key odometer, and navigation system (if equipped) changed to return to the previous menu.
Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Time Minutes Clock After pressing the Clock soft-key the following settings When in this display, you may adjust the minutes. The will be available. Sync with GPS Time soft-key must be unchecked. To make your selection, touch the + or - soft-keys to adjust •...
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 • Hill Start Assist Safety / Assistance After pressing the Safety / Assistance soft-key the fol- Your vehicle may be equipped with the Hill Start Assist lowing settings will be available: that provides start assistance when the vehicle is on an incline.
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Lights your selection, touch the Headlights With Wipers soft- key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing After pressing the Lights soft-key the following settings that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow will be available.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 • Auto Unlock On Exit check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to When this feature is selected, all doors will unlock when return to the previous menu. the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the •...
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Sound Horn With Lock NOTE: If the vehicle is programmed 1st Press Of Key Fob Unlocks, all doors will unlock no matter which Passive When this feature is selected, the horn will sound when Entry equipped door handle is grasped.
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 Engine Off Options Delay status touch the + or - soft-key to select your desired time interval. Touch the back arrow soft-key to After pressing the Engine Off Options soft-key the fol- return to the previous menu. lowing settings will be available.
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Perform Compass Calibration NOTE: Keep magnetic materials, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Laptops and Radar Detectors, away from the top Touch the Calibration soft-key to change this setting. This of the instrument panel where the compass module is compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to located.
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 • Equalizer • Surround Sound When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and This feature provides simulated surround sound mode. Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – To make your selection, touch the Surround Sound setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale soft-key, select On or Off followed by pressing the arrow between the + and –...
Page 180: Srt Performance Features
178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SiriusXM Setup Touch the Subscription Info soft-key to access the Sub- scription Information screen. After pressing the SIRIUS Setup soft-key the following settings will be available: Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To reactivate your service, either call the number listed on •...
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 • 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) WARNING! • Braking Distance Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Perfor- • 1/8 Mile (200 meter) mance Features is intended for off-highway or off- road use only and should not be done on any public •...
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The feature will be “ready” when the vehicle speed is G-Force at 0 mph (0 km/h). When selected, this screen displays all four G-Force • Soft-keys allow access to the current, best and last values (two lateral and two longitudinal) as well as steering angle.
Page 183: Uconnect® Radios - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 • Battery Voltage • Battery Voltage Shows the actual battery voltage. Shows the actual battery voltage. Gauges 2 Engine When selected, this screen displays the following values: When selected, this screen displays miles per hour (mph), horsepower (hp), torque (ft/lb), oil pressure (psi) and •...
Page 184: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED iPod® control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod® and iPhone® devices. Some iPod® software versions may not fully support the iPod® control features. Please visit Apple’s website for software updates. For further information, refer to the Uconnect®...
Page 185: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 The button located in the center of the right hand control will switch modes to Radio or other valid audio source. The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push-button in the center. The function of the left hand control is different depending on which mode you are in.
Page 186: Radio Antenna
184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The button located in the center of the left hand control CLIMATE CONTROLS will tune to the next pre-set station that you have The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the programmed in the radio pre-set pushbuttons. temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating throughout the vehicle.
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Automatic Climate Controls — Hard-Keys Uconnect® Temperature Controls — Soft-Keys Soft-Keys Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And Soft-keys) Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. 1. MAX A/C Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is ON.
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to more information. Performing this function will cause switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator the ATC to switch between manual mode and automatic will turn off.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 7. Blower Control CAUTION! Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to forced through the climate system. There are seven the heating elements: blower speeds available. Adjusting the blower will cause •...
Page 190 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 8. Modes NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con- ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air warmer air from the floor outlets. comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, •...
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric 11. Temperature Control Up Button units by selecting the US/M customer-programmable Push the button for warmer temperature settings. feature. Refer to the “Uconnect® System Settings” in Automatic Operation this section of the manual.
Page 192: Summer Operation
190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may coolant selection. Use of the air Recirculation mode lead to excessive window fogging. The Recirculation during Winter months is not recommended because it mode is not allowed in Defrost mode to improve window may cause window fogging.
Page 193: Outside Air Intake
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 NOTE: Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) will au- Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather tomatically adjust the climate control settings to reduce Conditions or eliminate window fogging on the front windshield. When this occurs, recirculation will be unavailable. Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.
Page 195 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....196 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES ..206 ▫ Normal Starting..... . .196 ▫...
Page 196 194 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Brake Pad Break-In ....214 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ....236 ▫...
Page 197 STARTING AND OPERATING 195 ▫ Premium System ..... .250 ADDING FUEL ......258 ▫...
Page 198: Starting Procedures
196 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES CAUTION! Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the Long periods of engine idling, especially at higher inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if than normal engine idle speeds, can cause excessive present, instruct any other occupant to buckle their seat exhaust temperatures, which can damage your ve- belt.
Page 199 STARTING AND OPERATING 197 NOTE: To Start The Engine: • You must disarm the security system in order to start 1. Fully apply the parking brake. the engine. Refer to “Security Alarm System” in 2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor. “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 200: If Engine Fails To Start
198 STARTING AND OPERATING If Engine Fails To Start CAUTION! To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again. WARNING! • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle.
Page 201: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 199 all the way to the floor. Release the accelerator pedal and WARNING! (Continued) the ENGINE START button once the engine is running • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it smoothly. started.
Page 202: Shifting
200 STARTING AND OPERATING floor during each shift. As you release the clutch pedal, Ensure the transmission is in first gear when moving lightly press the accelerator pedal. forward from a standing position. CAUTION! CAUTION! • Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch Failure to start out in first gear when moving forward pedal, or try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the from a starting position may result in damage to the...
Page 203 STARTING AND OPERATING 201 spring helps you know which gear you are in when you NOTE: are shifting. Be careful when shifting from first to second • Your vehicle is equipped with a transmission reverse or downshifting from sixth to fifth. inhibitor system.
Page 204: Recommended Shift Speeds
202 STARTING AND OPERATING (clutch pedal released), but it may also be heard when cruise conditions (relatively steady speeds) will result in driving. The noise may also be more noticeable when increased fuel economy, and may be used as indicated. the transmission is warm.
Page 205: Street/Race Mode - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 203 coolant is higher than 107°F (42°C), and vehicle speed is CAUTION! greater than 16 mph (26 km/h) but less than 18 mph (29 km/h), and engine speed is less than 1,550 RPM, and If you skip more than one gear while downshifting the transmission is in first gear, and the accelerator is at or downshift at too high a vehicle speed, you could 20% throttle or less.
Page 206 204 STARTING AND OPERATING the system will automatically shift the suspension damp- NOTE: ers to the firmer Race damping setting during some hard • With the ignition in the ON/RUN position, the sus- acceleration and braking situations. There are two modes pension damping system will be in the last mode the of operation: system was in when the vehicle was turned off.
Page 207: Launch Mode
STARTING AND OPERATING 205 LAUNCH MODE This system maximizes acceleration traction for straight line racing. 1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop on a level track surface with the engine running. 2. Set the steering wheel for straight ahead driving. 3.
Page 208: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
206 STARTING AND OPERATING • Launch mode should not be used within the first 500 NOTE: If the cluster launch EVIC message indicates all conditions are correct for launch and the throttle is miles of engine break-in. pressed to the floor quickly (within approximately 1/2 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES second) the system will hold the engine speed to a preset speed (below the engine rev limiter speed).
Page 209: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 207 complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability. To 5. Maintain enough distance between your vehicle and reduce this possibility, the following precautions should the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a be observed: sudden stop.
Page 210: Shallow Standing Water
208 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Determine the condition of the road or the path warning may result in injuries that are serious or that is under water and if there are any obstacles in fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you. the way before driving through the standing water.
Page 211: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 209 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can • Failure to follow these warnings may result in cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your pas- internal damage to the engine.
Page 212: Power Steering Fluid Check
210 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end travel are considered normal and do not indicate that of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering there is a problem with the power steering system.
Page 213: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 211 PARKING BRAKE CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering system as the chemicals can damage your power steering components. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. WARNING! Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and with the engine off to prevent injury from moving parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.
Page 214 212 STARTING AND OPERATING The “Brake System Warning Light” in the instrument WARNING! cluster will turn on when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position and the parking brake is applied. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure you fully apply the parking brake and shift the transmission into NOTE: REVERSE.
Page 215: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 213 BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a systems loses normal capability, the remaining number of reasons.
Page 216 214 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake Pad Break-In Safe Operating Tips NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a high perfor- WARNING! mance braking system. The brake pads are a semi- metallic compound, which offer superior fade resistance To use your brakes and accelerator more safely, for consistent operation.
Page 217: Anti-Lock Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 215 computer to modulate hydraulic pressure to prevent WARNING! (Continued) wheel lock-up and help avoid skidding on slippery • Do not drive too fast for road conditions, especially surfaces. when roads are wet or slushy. A wedge of water can NOTE: During severe braking conditions, a pulsing sen- build up between the tire tread and the road.
Page 218 216 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish The Anti-Lock Brake System is subject to possible their effectiveness and may lead to a collision. detrimental effects of electronic interference caused Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just by improperly installed aftermarket radios or tele- press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to phones.
Page 219 STARTING AND OPERATING 217 Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) • The capabilities of an Anti-Lock Brake System The “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” will turn (ABS) equipped vehicle must never be exploited in on and stay on briefly as a bulb check when the a reckless or dangerous manner, that could jeopar- ignition is first turned on.
Page 220: Electronic Brake Control System
218 STARTING AND OPERATING Light” and the “ABS Warning Light” are on, and the WARNING! parking brake is fully released, see your authorized dealer immediately. The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
Page 221: Electronic Stability Control
STARTING AND OPERATING 219 • Understeer – when the vehicle is turning less than Electronic Stability Control appropriate for the steering wheel position. In full on mode the TCS system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving WARNING! conditions.
Page 222 220 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Operating The ESC system may have five available operating Modes modes: ESC On This is the normal operating mode for the ESC system. Whenever the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in this mode.
Page 223 STARTING AND OPERATING 221 ESC OFF message will display in the vehicle cluster (left Sport Mode - If Equipped of the odometer). The “ESC OFF” message may appear in Sport mode has reduced traction control and reduced the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer stability control.
Page 224: Tire Safety Information
222 STARTING AND OPERATING Rain Mode TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Rain mode offers increased traction control and stability control for low traction conditions such as wet roads, dry roads during cold temperatures, or when the driver wants enhanced stability due to lack of familiarity or experience with the vehicle’s response.
Page 225 STARTING AND OPERATING 223 • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary NOTE: emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into design standards.
Page 226 224 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 227 STARTING AND OPERATING 225 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 228: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
226 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 229: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 227 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) — 03 means the 3rd week 01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) —...
Page 230 228 STARTING AND OPERATING Term Definition Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after 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. Inflation pressure is measured in units of PSI (pounds per square inch) or kPa (kilopascals).
Page 231: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 229 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. B-Pillar Location For Tire And Loading Information Placard...
Page 232 230 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.
Page 233 STARTING AND OPERATING 231 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 234 232 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 235 STARTING AND OPERATING 233...
Page 236: Tires - General Information
234 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 237 STARTING AND OPERATING 235 Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability WARNING! (Continued) Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the ride.
Page 238: Tire Inflation Pressures
236 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Inflation Pressures Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always “cold tire inflation pressure”. Cold tire inflation pressure The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 door.
Page 239: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 237 inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), WARNING! which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition. High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous. The added strain on your Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) tires could cause them to fail.
Page 240: Tire Types
238 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Repair Tire Types If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it All Season Tires — If Equipped meets the following criteria: All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (spring, • The tire has not been driven on when flat. summer, fall and winter).
Page 241: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 239 Use summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded tires.
Page 242: Spare Tires - If Equipped
240 STARTING AND OPERATING See the tire pressure monitoring section for more infor- equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle mation. of your vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option, Spare Tires —...
Page 243 STARTING AND OPERATING 241 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 originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Page 244: Tire Spinning
242 STARTING AND OPERATING 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.
Page 245: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 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 246: Replacement Tires
244 STARTING AND OPERATING Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for WARNING! the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six equipment tire sidewall.
Page 247 STARTING AND OPERATING 245 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 248: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
246 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to a Due to limited clearance, tire chains or traction devices smooth, quiet ride. are not recommended. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 249: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 247 The front and rear tires are different sizes and cannot be TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) used in place of each other. Rotate the tires “side-to-side” The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless as shown in the diagram. technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels.
Page 250 248 STARTING AND OPERATING The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning mended cold placard pressure.
Page 251 STARTING AND OPERATING 249 For example, your vehicle may have a recommended CAUTION! cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure • The TPMS has been optimized for the original of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), equipment tires and wheels.
Page 252: Premium System
250 STARTING AND OPERATING • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care the tire. and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure Premium System or condition.
Page 253 STARTING AND OPERATING 251 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. The TPM Telltale Light will illuminate in the Service TPMS Warning instrument cluster and a chime will sound when If a system fault is detected, the TPM Telltale Light will tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road...
Page 254 252 STARTING AND OPERATING If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. no longer exists, the TPM Telltale Light will no longer flash, and the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message will no The EVIC will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM longer display, and a pressure value will display in place...
Page 255: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 253 General Information FUEL REQUIREMENTS This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and 8.4L Engine RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: The 8.4L engine is designed to meet all •...
Page 256: Reformulated Gasoline
254 STARTING AND OPERATING Over 40 automobile manufacturers around the world Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifica- Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- tions (the World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which genates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenates define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced may be used in your vehicle.
Page 257: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 255 E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with E-85 perform the following: Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso- • Drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer). line containing 10% ethanol (E10).
Page 258: Materials Added To Fuel
256 STARTING AND OPERATING without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content Fuel System Cautions of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether CAUTION! the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s and California reformulated gasoline.
Page 259: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 257 Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being WARNING! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Most of these products contain high concentrations Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon of methanol.
Page 260: Adding Fuel
258 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the WARNING! (Continued) nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel- • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- ing. tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every NOTE: Only the correct size nozzle opens the latches time the vehicle is raised.
Page 261: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release
STARTING AND OPERATING 259 1. Open the liftgate. WARNING! 2. Locate the carpet access door (on the right side inner • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the trim panel of the trunk). vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled.
Page 262 260 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Pull the edge of the access door on the right side inner 4. Pull the release cable to release the fuel door. trim panel to expose the emergency release cable. Release Cable Edge Of Access Door...
Page 263 STARTING AND OPERATING 261 Fuel Door Open Carpet Into Original Position 5. Return the release cable to the original position (inside the inner trim panel) and push the carpet back into the original position.
Page 264: Trailer Towing
262 STARTING AND OPERATING TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground Manual Transmission Flat Tow None...
Page 265: Ground Clearance
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 CAUTION! CAUTION! Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- Damage to the front and rear fascias and side sills can ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam- occur if you disregard the low ground clearance in age from improper towing is not covered under the these areas of your vehicle.
Page 267: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ TIREFIT Usage Precautions....271 HAZARD WARNING FLASHER ...266 ▫ Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT ....273 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 268: Hazard Warning Flasher
266 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flasher may wear down your battery. The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the center of the instrument panel above the climate controls. IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations, you can reduce the Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning...
Page 269: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 267 • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS system adds heat to the engine cooling system and Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
Page 270 268 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles. Torque Patterns After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated Wheel Mounting Surface against the wheel.
Page 271: Tirefit Kit - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 269 TIREFIT Storage WARNING! The TIREFIT kit is located in left side of the trunk. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered.
Page 272: Tirefit Kit Components And Operation
270 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation 4. Power Button 5. Mode Select Knob 6. Sealant Hose (Clear) 7. Air Pump Hose (Black) 8. Power Plug (located on bottom side of TIREFIT Kit) Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Your TIREFIT kit is equipped with the following symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode.
Page 273: Tirefit Usage Precautions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 271 Selecting Sealant Mode TIREFIT Usage Precautions • Using the TIREFIT sealant may cause the Tire Pressure Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to this position to inject the TIRE- Monitoring System (TPMS) to become inoperable. It is FIT Sealant and to inflate the tire.
Page 274 272 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the WARNING! sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the discarded. vehicle closest to traffic.
Page 275: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 273 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of source. an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician • A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision immediately.
Page 276 274 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the to place the valve stem in this position before proceed- valve stem.
Page 277 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 275 NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and tire. the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6). If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 –...
Page 278 276 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle storage pressure within 15 minutes: location. Quickly proceed to (D) “Drive Vehicle.” •...
Page 279 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 277 3. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in color) and WARNING! screw the fitting at the end of hose (7) onto the valve stem. TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using 4.
Page 280 278 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Disconnect the TIREFIT kit from the valve stem, NOTE: When having the tire serviced, advise the autho- reinstall the cap on the valve stem and unplug from 12 rized dealer or service center that the tire has been sealed Volt outlet.
Page 281: Jump-Starting Procedures
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 279 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in the front of the housing. Press the bottle into the WARNING! housing.
Page 282 280 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The battery is located underneath an access Connecting The Jumper Cables panel inside the rear compartment on the left side of the 1. Wear eye protection and remove any metal jewelry vehicle. A remote battery terminal is located in the engine such as watchbands or bracelets that might make an compartment for jump-starting.
Page 283 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 281 CAUTION! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. 6. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle.
Page 284 282 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 11. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables WARNING! in the reverse sequence: Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) Disconnecting The Jumper Cables post of the discharged battery. The resulting electri- 1.
Page 285: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 283 CAUTION! CAUTION! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not tween 1st gear and REVERSE, do not spin the in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 286: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
284 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE WARNING! Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Only use flatbed Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- equipment. Always comply with applicable state or local ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or towing ordinances.
Page 287 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ....295 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 8.4L ..287 ▫ Hibernation Mode ....297 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) .
Page 288 286 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Hydraulic Clutch .....312 ▫ Front Headlamp, Front Park/Turn Signal Lamp ......332 ▫...
Page 289: Engine Compartment - 8.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 287 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 8.4L 1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 — Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir 2 — Coolant Pressure Cap 7 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 8 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4 — Power Distribution Center 9 —...
Page 290: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
288 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) CAUTION! To meet new government regulations and promote Prolonged driving with the light on could cause cleaner air, your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated further damage to the emission control system. It onboard diagnostic system called OBD II.
Page 291 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 289 NOTE: If you crank or start the engine, you will have to For states that require an Inspection and Mainte- start this test over. nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not 2.
Page 292: Replacement Parts
290 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If your OBD II system is not ready, you should see your caused by the use of non-MOPAR® parts for mainte- authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was nance and repairs will not be covered by the New Vehicle recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, Limited Warranty.
Page 293: Maintenance Procedures
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 291 WARNING! CAUTION! • Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per- You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you form repairs and service when necessary could have the knowledge and the proper equipment.
Page 294: Engine Oil
292 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Change Engine Oil Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper Checking Oil Level maintenance intervals. To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
Page 295: Engine Oil Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 293 the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its CAUTION! performance may be impaired by supplemental addi- tives. Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 296: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
294 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection quality filters should be used to assure most efficient The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters service. MOPAR® engine oil filters are a high quality oil varies considerably.
Page 297: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 295 Maintenance-Free Battery The top of the maintenance-free battery is vented, and must be replaced with a vented battery. The battery is located underneath an access panel inside the rear compartment on the left side of the vehicle. A remote battery terminal is located in the engine compart- ment for jump-starting.
Page 298 296 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 299: Hibernation Mode
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 297 Hibernation Mode To Activate Hibernation Mode The Hibernation mode feature conserves battery power 1. Cycle the ignition switch to (ACC). when storing the vehicle. It allows for up to three months 2. Select Hibernation mode within the Electronic Vehicle of storage time without losing radio and engine control- Information Center (EVIC).
Page 300: Air Conditioner Maintenance
298 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- at the start of each warm season. This service should tioning system.
Page 301: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 299 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular attention should also be given to hood latching compo- R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- nents to ensure proper function. When performing other carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
Page 302: Adding Washer Fluid
300 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods Adding Washer Fluid may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt front of the engine compartment on the passenger side of from a dry windshield or rear window.
Page 303: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 301 Exhaust System WARNING! The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and system.
Page 304 302 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 305: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 303 To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- Cooling System age: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- motion.
Page 306 304 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Coolant Checks If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti- freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE months (before the onset of freezing weather, where CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
Page 307 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 305 Selection Of Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106), by an “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. authorized dealer as soon as possible. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine CAUTION! coolant (antifreeze) products.
Page 308 306 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- miles (240,000 km) before replacement. To prevent reduc- ing this extended maintenance period, it is important that ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- (antifreeze) solution.
Page 309 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 307 HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency, WARNING! have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) as soon as possible.
Page 310 308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool- ant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant a regulated substance requiring proper disposal.
Page 311: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309 • Make sure that the coolant expansion bottle overflow If an examination of your engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be hoses are not kinked or obstructed. safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. •...
Page 312 310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing WARNING! the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake fluid reser- Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and voir.
Page 313 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro- • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine This could result in a accident. Parts”...
Page 314: Manual Transmission
312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE brake fluid must be changed at the intervals specified in CAUTION! the “Maintenance Schedule.” Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information. See your authorized Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- dealer for service. turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or damage to the Manual Transmission transmission.
Page 315: Rear Axle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Refer to “Flu- CAUTION! ids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. Using axle fluid other than the manufactured recom- mended fluid may cause a shudder/noise issue. refer Rear Axle to “Fluids Lubes and Genuine Parts”...
Page 316 314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR® highly corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami- Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to protect nants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, your paint finish.
Page 317 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care CAUTION! • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 318 316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular CAUTION! cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Page 319 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 317 Glass Surfaces 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp with MOPAR®...
Page 320 318 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Aero Group — If Equipped Please review all of the precautionary notes regarding the Aero Group option. Front Splitter The front splitter will not flex or compress against impacts from the front. If an impact does occur, have the splitter inspected.
Page 321: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 319 FUSES CAUTION! WARNING! Use care when approaching parking blocks, tall speed bumps and garage curbs. These surfaces can • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap- damage your splitter. propriate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as the original fuse.
Page 322: Power Distribution Center
320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air bag system, braking system), power unit systems (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system blows, contact an authorized dealer. Power Distribution Center The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Page 323 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 321 Cavity Relay Cartridge Mini-Fuse Description Fuse — 40 Amp — Rad Fan Rly High Green — 40 Amp — ABS/ESP Pump Feed Green — 40 Amp — Starter Green — 40 Amp — CBC (Ext. Lighting #1) Green —...
Page 324 322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Relay Cartridge Mini-Fuse Description Fuse — — 20 Amp Yel- Horn — — 10 Amp Red A/C Clutch — — 10 Amp Red Diagnostic, Fuel Door, Stop Switch — — 15 Amp Blue KIN, RF Hub —...
Page 325 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 Cavity Relay Cartridge Mini-Fuse Description Fuse — — 25 Amp PCM- Powertrain Control Module Natural — — 25 Amp Fuel Pump Natural — — 20 Amp Yel- ASD #1 — — 20 Amp Yel- ASD #2 —...
Page 326 324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Relay Cartridge Mini-Fuse Description Fuse — 20 Amp Yel- — Run Acc relay — — — B+ Jumper — — — Spare — — 10 Amp Red ORC Mod Run — — 15 Amp Blue Cluster, Camera —...
Page 327 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325 Cavity Relay Cartridge Mini-Fuse Description Fuse 43BE (Rear- — — 10 Amp Red Corax ward Fuse) 44AC (For- — — 10 Amp Red Rear View Mirror, Aux Port Jumper. ward Fuse) 44BE (Rear- — — 10 Amp Red ward Fuse) —...
Page 328 326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Relay Cartridge Mini-Fuse Description Fuse HC Micro — — Rad Fan Relay SER/PAR HC Micro — — Starter Relay HC Micro — — Rear Window Defroster Relay HC Relay — — Rad Fan Relay High HC Micro —...
Page 329 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327 Cavity Relay Cartridge Mini-Fuse Description Fuse HC Micro — — ASD #2 G8VA — — Run Accy #1, Pop Up, Driver Door Window Switch NOTE: A 15 Amp fuse for the radio system is located CAUTION! (Continued) in-line at the battery positive terminal.
Page 330: Vehicle Storage
328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that all tires are inflated to the optimum VEHICLE STORAGE pressure. We recommend that you follow these guidelines for • Wash and wax the vehicle to protect the finish. storing your vehicle for extended periods. •...
Page 331 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 329 • If the vehicle will be subjected to freezing tempera- • Cover the vehicle whenever possible to prevent acci- tures, either remove the battery and store it in a dry, dental damage to the finish. well ventilated area or connect a trickle charger (1.5 NOTE: Disconnecting the battery causes the engine con- Amp) with automatic shutdown / overcharge protec- trol system to lose memory of some “learned”...
Page 332 330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Make sure that Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- CAUTION! ter is operating and that the battery is good. Use care when disconnecting the remote positive 3. Make sure that the HOOD, LIFTGATE, and DOOR cable. It is connected to the battery and can short out switches are in adjustment.
Page 333: Replacement Bulbs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 REPLACEMENT BULBS Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Interior Bulbs Low/High Beam Head- HID (Serviced at Autho- Bulb Number lamp rized Dealer) Message Center Indica- Front Park/Turn Signal LED (Serviced at Autho- tors Lamp rized Dealer) Cluster LED (Serviced at Autho- Daytime Running Lamp LED (Serviced at Autho- rized Dealer)
Page 334: Bulb Replacement
332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Headlamp, Front Park/Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Number For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer. Backup Lamp LED (Serviced at Autho- rized Dealer) Front/Rear Side Marker Lamp License Lamp LED (Serviced at Autho- For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer. rized Dealer) Taillamp, Tail/Stop Lamp BULB REPLACEMENT...
Page 335: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 16 Gallons 60.6 Liters Engine Oil With Filter We recommend you use SAE 0W-40, API Certified. 11 Quarts 10.4 Liters Transmission We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic 3.4 Quarts 3.2 Liters Transmission Fluid.
Page 336: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT coolant conforming to MS-12106). Engine Oil We recommend you use a full synthetic 0W-40 engine oil such as MOPAR®...
Page 337: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Transmission We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Rear Axle We recommend you use Castrol SAF-XJ/SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear and Axle Lubricant. Brake/Clutch Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® Brake and Clutch Fluid DOT 4 Motor Vehicle.
Page 339: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ...339 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES ... . .338...
Page 340 338 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES At Each Stop For Fuel • Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages specified fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the vehicle performance and reliability.
Page 341 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 339 • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake • Inspect the brake hoses. master cylinder, power steering, and transmission, and • Inspect the suspension components. add as needed. • Lubricate door hinges and check springs. •...
Page 342 340 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 343 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 341 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 344 342 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 345 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 343 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 346 344 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 347 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 345 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 348 346 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 349 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 347 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 350 348 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 351 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 349 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature, Authorized Service Center...
Page 352 350 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped). ❏...
Page 353 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 351 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service 126 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 354 352 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service 138 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 355 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 353 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or 150 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter. ❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) or 120 months whichever comes first.
Page 356 354 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
Page 357: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .357 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
Page 358 356 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .363 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....363 ▫...
Page 359: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 357 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 360: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
358 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
Page 361: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 359 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 362: Warranty Information
360 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service WARNING! contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain manufacturer’s service contract.
Page 363: Mopar® Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 361 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 364: Publication Order Forms
362 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Diagnostic Procedure Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix cepted.
Page 365 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 363 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 366 364 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre- WARNING! sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not WARNING! include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or...
Page 367 INDEX...
Page 368 366 INDEX About Your Brakes ......213 Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ....7 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 369 INDEX 367 Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..23 Bulbs, Light ......83 Location .
Page 370 368 INDEX Clean Air Gasoline ......254 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ... . .305 Cleaning Corrosion Protection .
Page 371 INDEX 369 Door Locks ......26 Jump Starting ......279 Door Locks, Automatic .
Page 372 370 INDEX Overheating ......266 Flooded Engine Starting ....198 Engine Oil Viscosity .
Page 373 INDEX 371 Gasoline ......253 Ground Clearance ......263 Gauge .
Page 374 372 INDEX Hood Release ......97 Keyless Entry System ..... . .12 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid .
Page 375 INDEX 373 Alarm .......141 Intensity Control ......104 Anti-Lock .
Page 376 374 INDEX Auto Unlock ......28 Electric Remote ......90 Door .
Page 377 INDEX 375 Disposal ......293 Pedals, Adjustable......109 Filter .
Page 378 376 INDEX Radio Operation ......184 Restraints, Child ......68 Rear Camera.
Page 379 INDEX 377 Inspection ......81 Shoulder Belts ......35 Operating Instructions .
Page 380 378 INDEX Storage ....... .328 Life of Tires ......243 Storage, Vehicle.
Page 381 INDEX 379 Trailer Towing ......262 Vehicle Loading ......230 Transmission .
Page 382 380 INDEX Window Fogging ......190 Windows ....... .29 Power .
Page 383 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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Dodge 2014 SRT Viper Owner's Manual

Introduction

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Understanding Your Instrument Panel

Starting and Operating

What to Do in Emergencies

Maintaining Your Vehicle

If You Need Consumer Assistance

Quick Links

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