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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS ..............3 INTRODUCTION .
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Page 5: Introduction
INTRODUCTION • INTRODUCTION ......4 • ROLLOVER WARNING ......4 •...
Page 6: Introduction
It is capable of performing better in a Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler collision with other vehicles or objects, going wide variety of off-road applications. Driven in Group LLC vehicle.
Page 7: Important Notice
Failure to use driver and passenger seat The manufacturer reserves the right to make an individual operating permit was issued for belts provided is a major cause of severe or changes in design and specifications, and/or the vehicle after the attachment or installation fatal injury.
Page 8: How To Use This Manual
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Page 10: Warnings And Cautions
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is ALTERATIONS against operating procedures that could result found on the left front corner of the instrument in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains panel, visible through the windshield.
Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ....13 • Ignition Key Removal ..... . . 13 •...
Page 12 • PREMIUM VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED ..16 • To Arm the System ......16 •...
Page 13 • OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS ..... . 24 • Lap/Shoulder Belts ......26 •...
Page 14 • SAFETY TIPS ......50 • Transporting Passengers ....50 •...
Page 15: A Word About Your Keys
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS 3. Push the key and cylinder inward and rotate that this safety feature is inoperable. The the key to the LOCK position. engine can be started and stopped but the The authorized dealer that sold you your new key cannot be removed until you obtain vehicle has the key code numbers for your 4.
Page 16: Locking Doors With A Key
3. Remove the key from the lock cylinder. To Manually Lock the Steering The system uses ignition keys, which have an embedded electronic chip (transponder) to Wheel Locking Doors With A Key prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. Only With the engine running, turn the steering You can insert the key with either side up.
Page 17: Replacement Keys
If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during General Information CAUTION! normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for The Sentry Key Immobilizer is a 433.92 MHz Always remove the Sentry Keys from the longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there system.
Page 18: To Set The Security Alarm
deactivated, the horn will sound again after a Vehicle Security Alarm Manual To Arm the System five second delay for another 30 seconds. If the Override 1. Remove the key from the ignition switch and trigger remains present, this cycle will repeat The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you get out of the vehicle.
Page 19: To Disarm The System
• Once the security alarm is set and the arm the security alarm. If you prefer, you can turn off the intrusion sensor when arming locks are activated, the only way to open the security alarm. the doors is with the unlock button on the RKE transmitter, using the Sentry Key in To disable the intrusion sensor, activate the the ignition switch, or using the key in the...
Page 20: Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All First Press
Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All RKE transmitter with the ignition switch in the turn signal lights will flash and the horn will LOCK position and the key removed. chirp to acknowledge the signal. First Press This feature lets you program the system to 4.
Page 21: Programming Additional Transmitters
3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle NOTE: 3. To assemble the transmitter case, snap the by pressing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the two halves together. Perchlorate Material — special handling RKE transmitter with the ignition switch in the may apply.
Page 22: Door Locks
If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a CAUTION! normal distance, check for these two condi- An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. tions: Always remove the key from the ignition and 1. Weak battery in the transmitter. The ex- lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle pected life of the battery is a minimum of three unattended.
Page 23 6. The doors were not previously locked using 4. A single chime will indicate the completion the power door lock switch or Remote Keyless of the programming. Entry (RKE) transmitter. 5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this Automatic Door Locks Programming feature to its previous setting.
Page 24: Child-Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)
Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit 5. Repeat these steps if you want to return this Programming feature to its previous setting. The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature NOTE: can be enabled or disabled as follows: • If you do not hear the chime it means that •...
Page 25: Power Windows - If Equipped
POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED tings (Customer-Programmable Fea- Auto-Down tures)” in “Understanding Your Instru- The driver’s door window switch has an Auto- Power Window Switches ment Panel” for further information. Down feature. Push the window switch past the The window controls on the driver’s door trim first detent, release, and the window will go panel control all the door windows.
Page 26: Liftgate
LIFTGATE WARNING! • Driving with the liftgate open can allow NOTE: The key that is used to start the vehicle is poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. also used to lock or unlock the doors and You and your passengers could be injured open the liftgate.
Page 27 • Advanced Front Airbags for driver and front • All seat belt systems (except the driver’s) WARNING! passenger include Automatic Locking Retractors In a collision, you and your passengers can (ALRs), which lock the seat belt webbing into • Supplemental Rear Impact Active Head Re- suffer much greater injuries if you are not position by extending the belt all the way out straints (AHR) located on top of the front...
Page 28: Lap/Shoulder Belts
Lap/Shoulder Belts Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions WARNING! (Continued) All seating positions in your vehicle are • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is danger- 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit equipped with combination lap/shoulder belts. back and adjust the seat. ous.
Page 29 WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is very dangerous. Your body could strike the in- side surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries.
Page 30: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so tion the belt away from your neck. Push the As a guide, if you are shorter than average you that it is comfortable and not resting on your anchorage button to release the anchorage, will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller neck.
Page 31 4. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the mini-latch plate into the mini-buckle until you hear a “click.” 5. Sit back in the seat. Slide the regular latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap.
Page 32: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
7. Position the lap belt across your thighs, 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible below your abdomen. To remove slack in the to the anchor point. lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, pull on the lap latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing belt.
Page 33: Seat Belt Pretensioners - If Equipped
seating position. Children 12 years old and belt in the event of a collision. These devices halves, with the front half being soft foam and younger should always be properly restrained improve the performance of the seat belt by trim, the back half being decorative plastic. in the rear seat.
Page 34 NOTE: 2. Position the hands on the top of the de- ployed AHR at a comfortable position. For more information on properly adjusting and positioning the head restraint, refer to 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of “Adjusting Active Head Restraints” in “Un- the vehicle then down to engage the locking derstanding The Features Of Your Vehicle”.
Page 35: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
• Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend NOTE: • If you have difficulties or problems reset- deactivating BeltAlert . ting the head restraints, see an authorized Although BeltAlert has been deactivated, dealer. the Seat Belt Reminder Light will continue to •...
Page 36: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
instrument panel, above the glove compart- This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental WARNING! (Continued) ment. The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to pro- • Failure to replace the belt and retractor on the airbag covers. tect the driver, front, and rear passengers sit- assembly could increase the risk of injury in ting next to a window.
Page 37: Advanced Front Airbag Features
• Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Cur- or high. If a low output is sufficient to meet the Supplemental Side Seat Airbags — If tains (SABIC) — If Equipped need, the remaining gas in the inflator is ex- Equipped pended. Supplemental side seat airbags provide en- •...
Page 38 Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) Curtain (SABIC) — If Equipped • Should a vehicle rollover occur, the pre- • Do not use accessory seat covers or place SABIC airbags offer side-impact and vehicle tensioners and/or SABIC curtains on both objects between you and the side airbags;...
Page 39: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls
2. All occupants should ALWAYS wear their WARNING! WARNING! lap and shoulder belts properly. • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to Infants in rear facing child restraints should 3. The driver and front passenger seats NEVER ride in the front seat of a vehicle with more severe injuries in a collision.
Page 40 The ORC determines if deployment of the front The side airbags will not deploy in all side Also, the ORC turns on the Airbag and/or side airbags in a frontal or side collision collisions. Side airbag deployment will depend Warning Light in the instrument is required.
Page 41 Driver and Passenger Airbag Inflator Units Supplemental Side Seat Airbag Inflator Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable The Driver and Passenger Airbag/Inflator Units Units — If Equipped Curtain (SABIC) Inflator Units — If are located in the center of the steering wheel The Side Impact (SRS) Seat-Mounted Side Equipped and the right side of the instrument panel.
Page 42 • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as NOTE: haven’t healed significantly within a few long as the battery has power or until the days, or if you have any blistering, see your In a rollover the pretensioners and/or SABIC ignition key is removed.
Page 43 Airbag Warning Light WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to try to repair any part of You will want to have the airbags Deployed airbags and seat belt pretensioners ready to inflate for your protection cannot protect you in another collision. Have the airbag system yourself.
Page 44: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
Confidential data will your authorized dealer if the fuse is good. LLC and others to learn more about the pos- not be disclosed by Chrysler Group LLC to any sible causes of crashes and associated injuries Event Data Recorder (EDR)
Page 45: Child Restraint
Child Restraint Infants and Child Restraints Both types of child restraints are held in the There are different sizes and types of restraints vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled for children from newborn size to the child LATCH child restraint anchorage system.
Page 46 who are still too small to fit the vehicle’s seat Older Children and Child Restraints when their back is against the seatback should belts properly. If the child cannot sit with Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat.
Page 47 • Buckle the child into the seat according to it through the belt path of the child restraint and WARNING! (Continued) the child restraint manufacturer’s directions. slide the latch plate into the buckle. Next, • A rearward-facing child restraint should extract all the seat belt webbing out of the •...
Page 48 Automatic-Locking Retractor (ALR) the lap portion around the child restraint. Follow will not be able to pull out more webbing To operate the switchable retractor, pull the belt the instructions of the child restraint manufac- until all of the webbing has been returned from the retractor until there is enough allow- ture.
Page 49 Vehicle ISOFIX Positions Chart Front Intermediate Intermediate Mass Group Size Class Fixture Rear Outboard Rear Center Other Sites Passenger Outboard Center ISO/L1 Carrycot ISO/L2 ISO/R1 0 — up to 10 kg ISO/R1 ISO/R2 0+ — up to 13 kg ISO/R3 *1UF ISO/R2 ISO/R3...
Page 50 IL = Suitable for particular ISOFIX child restraint ment, NEVER install LATCH-compatible child Child restraints systems having attachments systems (CRS) given in the attachment list. seats such that two seats share a common designed to connect to the lower anchorages These ISOFIX CRS are those of the “specific lower anchorage.
Page 51 stalling the child restraint, buckle the seat In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on NOTE: belt so the seat belt is tucked behind the the lower and tether straps so that you can If your child restraint seat is not LATCH- child restraint and out of reach.
Page 52: Engine Break-In Recommendations
ENGINE BREAK-IN A new engine may consume some oil during its WARNING! (Continued) first few thousand miles (kilometers) of opera- RECOMMENDATIONS • Do not allow people to ride in any area of tion. This should be considered a normal part A long break-in period is not required for the your vehicle that is not equipped with seats of the break-in and not interpreted as an indi-...
Page 53 If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate must be replaced immediately. Do not disas- Periodic Safety Checks You Should open, make sure that all windows are closed semble or modify the system. Make Outside the Vehicle and the climate control BLOWER switch is set Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced Tires at high speed.
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Page 55: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • MIRRORS ....... . 58 •...
Page 56 • Advanced Phone Connectivity ....70 • Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone ......71 •...
Page 57 • Front Fog Lights ......86 • Rear Fog Lights ......87 •...
Page 58 • To Accelerate for Passing ....92 • POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ....92 •...
Page 59 • Fold Down Speakers — If Equipped ....99 • REAR WINDOW FEATURES ..... 99 •...
Page 60: Mirrors
MIRRORS Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Power Mirrors Equipped The power mirror controls are located on the Inside Day/Night Mirror driver’s door trim panel. This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn and vertical mirror adjustment.
Page 61: Outside Mirror - Driver Side
WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the pas- senger side 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 62: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
resist damage. The hinges have three detent number with your cellular phone* using simple positions: full forward, full rearward and normal. voice commands (e.g., “Call” “Jim” ”Work or Dial” “151-1234 -5555 ). Your cellular phone’s audio is transmitted through your vehicle’s au- dio system;...
Page 63: Compatible Phones
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Page 64 • For certain operations, compound com- Help following the beep. The Uconnect™ The following are general phone to Uconnect™ mands can be used. For example, instead of Phone will play all the options at any prompt if Phone pairing instructions: saying Setup and then Phone Pairing, the you ask for help.
Page 65 • After the Ready prompt and the following • After the Ready prompt and the following your Uconnect™ Phone. The priority allows the Uconnect™ Phone to know which cellu- beep, say “Call. beep, say Phonebook New Entry. lar phone to use if multiple cellular phones •...
Page 66 • Depending on the maximum number of en- and supported by your phone, Uconnect™ Bluetooth Object Exchange Profile Phone automatically downloads cellular tries downloaded, there may be a short (OBEX). Please see your phone Owners’ phone’s phonebook. delay before the latest downloaded names Manual for specific instructions on how to send can be used.
Page 67 • After you enter the name, the Uconnect™ Edit Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries Phonebook Edit can be used to add another Editing names in the phonebook is recom- phone number to a name entry that already Phone will ask you which designation you mended when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 68: Phone Call Features
List All Uconnect™ Phonebook Names three-way calling, this feature can be accessed an incoming call when another call is in through the Uconnect™ Phone. Check with progress. Therefore, the user can only an- • Press the button to begin. your cellular service provider for the features swer an incoming call or ignore it.
Page 69: Uconnect™ Phone Features
status of the two calls have switched. Only one cell phone-dependent. To bring the call back call on the Uconnect™ Phone and transfer of call can be placed on hold at one time. from hold, press and hold the button until the call to the cellular phone.
Page 70 • After the Ready prompt and the following After selecting one of the languages, all Breakdown Service — If Equipped prompts and voice commands will be in that beep, say Emergency and the Uconnect™ If you need Breakdown service: language. Phone will instruct the paired cellular phone •...
Page 71 phone keypad while navigating through an to voice mail and pager entries. To use this Phone to select that option without having to automated telephone system. feature, dial the number you wish to call and listen to the rest of the voice prompt. then press the button and say “Send.”...
Page 72: Advanced Phone Connectivity
Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad Mute/Un-Mute (Mute Off) Connect or Disconnect Link Between the You can dial a phone number with your cellular When you mute the Uconnect™ Phone, you will Uconnect™ Phone and Cellular Phone phone keypad and still use the Uconnect™ still be able to hear the conversation coming Your cellular phone can be paired with many Phone (while dialing via the cellular phone...
Page 73: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
• At the next prompt, say Delete and follow • Press the sections for an alternate way to “select” or button and say the Setup, “delete” a paired phone. the prompts. Voice Training command. • You can also press the Select Another Cellular Phone button at any Repeat the words and phrases when prompted...
Page 74 • Make sure that no one other than you is • Phonebook (Downloaded and Uconnect™ • dry weather conditions, and speaking during a voice recognition period. Phone Local) name recognition rate is opti- • operation from the driver seat. mized when the entries are not similar. •...
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Page 78 Voice Commands Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero download pager beeper Dutch Nederlands pair a phone edit phone pairing pairing three emergency phonebook phonebook four English previous five delete all erase all redial Espanol select phone select seven Francais...
Page 79: Voice Recognition (Vr) System - If Equipped
VOICE RECOGNITION (VR) NOTE: WARNING! SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED At any time, you can say the words “Can- Any voice commanded system should be cel”, “Help” or “Main Menu”. Voice Recognition (VR) System used only in safe driving conditions following These commands are universal and can be Operation local laws and phone use.
Page 80: Commands
• “Disc” (to switch to the disc mode) • “Previous Station” (to select the previous Commands station) The Voice Recognition (VR) system under- • “Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder) stands two types of commands. Universal com- • “Radio Menu” (to switch to the radio menu) •...
Page 81: Voice Training
• “Language Spanish” − “Continue” (to continue recording) switched off. This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The system will adapt to the • “Tutorial” − “Delete” (to delete the recording) last trained voice only. • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded •...
Page 82: Manual Seat Height Adjustment - If Equipped
body pressure, move forward and rearward on Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If Manual Lumbar — If Equipped the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have Equipped The lumbar adjustment handle is located on the latched. outboard side of the driver’s seat. To increase The driver’s seat height can be raised or low- or decrease support, rotate the handle up or ered by using the handle on the outboard side...
Page 83: Driver's Seatback Recline
Driver’s Seatback Recline Six-Way Power Seats — If Equipped CAUTION! To recline the seatback, lean forward before The power seat switch is located on the out- DO NOT place any article under a power seat lifting the handle, then lean back to the desired board side of the seat near the floor.
Page 84: Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat
If High-level heating is selected, the system WARNING! (Continued) automatically switches to Low-level heating • Do not place anything on the seat that and turns one indicator light Off after 30 min- insulates against heat, such as a blanket or utes of continuous operation.
Page 85: Adjusting Active Head Restraints
Adjusting Active Head Restraints Active Head Restraints can reduce the risk of injury in the event of a rear impact. The Active Head Restraint should be adjusted so the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear.
Page 86: Folding Rear Seat
NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • The head restraints should only be re- • Do not place items over the top of the moved by qualified technicians, for ser- Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat vice purposes only. If either of the head covers or portable DVD players.
Page 87: To Open And Close The Hood
WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a securely locked into position the seat will not collision, people riding in these areas are provide the proper stability for child seats more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Page 88: Lights
Lift the hood prop rod, clipped to the right side LIGHTS (left side facing hood) of the engine compart- Multifunction Lever ment, to secure the hood in the open position. The multifunction lever controls the operation of Place the hood prop at the location stamped the headlights, front position lights, side marker into the inner hood surface.
Page 89: Rear Fog Lights
High/Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the lever back toward you, to switch the headlights back to low beam. Flash-to-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your head- lights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you.
Page 90: Headlight Leveling System - If Equipped
Rotate the center portion of the lever up to in- The headlight leveling switch is located on the turned on by pressing on the light itself or a crease the brightness of the instrument panel instrument panel below the radio. button next to the light (if equipped).
Page 91: Windshield Wipers And Washers
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND Rotate the end of the lever upward to the HI NOTE: position for high-speed wiper operation. WASHERS The wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed. If the vehicle is moving less than The windshield wiper/washer control 10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be lever is located on the right side of the doubled.
Page 92: Mist Feature
Mist Feature TILT STEERING COLUMN WARNING! Push down on the control lever to activate a This feature allows you to tilt the steering col- Do not adjust the steering column while driv- single wipe to clear the windshield of road mist umn upward or downward.
Page 93: To Activate
To Activate To Deactivate Push the ON/OFF button. The CRUISE indicator A soft tap on the brake pedal, pulling the speed in the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn control lever toward you “CANCEL”, normal the system off, push the ON/OFF button a braking, or clutch pressure while slowing the second time.
Page 94: Manual Transaxle
Tapping RESUME ACCEL once will result in a WARNING! WARNING! 1 mph (1.6 km/h) speed increase. Each time Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous the lever is tapped, speed increases so that where the system cannot maintain a constant where the system cannot maintain a constant tapping the lever three times will increase speed.
Page 95: Opening The Sunroof
remain in a partial open condition until the During Express Close operation, any move- WARNING! switch is pushed and held rearward again. ment of the switch will stop the sunroof. • Never leave children in a vehicle with the Express Mode Pinch Protect Feature key in the ignition switch.
Page 96: Sunshade Operation
less of the sunroof position. During Express Sunroof Maintenance Power is available when the ignition switch is in Vent operation, any movement of the switch will the ON or ACC position. Insert the cigar lighter Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft stop the sunroof.
Page 97: Cupholders
STORAGE CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in Glove Compartment And Storage draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even Located on the passenger side of the instru- when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). ment panel are an upper storage bin and a Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the lower glove compartment.
Page 98: Door Storage
To open the lower glove compartment, pull CONSOLE FEATURES outward on the release handle. The floor console contains both an upper and lower storage compartment. To open the upper storage compartment, push inward on the upper handle to unlatch the upper lid and lift the lid open.
Page 99: Cargo Area Features
CARGO AREA FEATURES To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, twice for low, and a third time to return Cargo Light/Removable to off. Self-Recharging Flashlight The dual-function light is mounted in the head- liner above the cargo area to illuminate the cargo area, and part of it snaps out of the bezel to serve as a flashlight when needed.
Page 100: Removable Load Floor
To install the Cargo Cover, insert either end of the cover into one of the two notches located in the rear trim panels. With one of the cover ends installed, push inward on the opposite end and install it into the same notch location of the rear trim panel.
Page 101: Rear Window Features
REAR WINDOW FEATURES WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Cargo tie-down loops are not safe anchors • To help protect against personal injury, Rear Window Wiper/Washer for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden The rear wiper/washer is controlled by a rotary passengers should not be seated in the switch located on the center portion of the stop or collision a loop could pull loose and...
Page 102: Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped
Rotate the center portion of the lever NOTE: ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF past the first detent to activate that rear EQUIPPED To prevent excessive battery drain, use the washer. The washer pump will continue rear window defroster only when the engine The crossbars and siderails are designed to to operate as long as the lever or ring is is operating.
Page 103 the crossbars parallel to the rack frame. Once CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) the crossbar is in one of the seven detent • To prevent damage to the roof of your • Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners positions, retighten the thumb screws to lock vehicle, DO NOT carry any loads on the carefully when carrying large or heavy the crossbar into position.
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Page 105: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ....105 • INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — GAS ....106 •...
Page 106 • UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) — IF EQUIPPED ......121 • Connecting The iPod .
Page 107: Instrument Panel Features
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Glove Compartment 11 — ESC OFF Switch – If Equipped 2 — Demisters 7 — Climate Controls 12 — Heated Seat Switch – If Equipped 3 — Instrument Cluster 8 — Power Outlet 13 —...
Page 108: Instrument Cluster - Gas
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Page 110: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 3. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) tarily when the engine is started. If the light Indicator Light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut DESCRIPTIONS This light informs you of a problem off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will 1.
Page 111 8. Turn Signal Indicators If the ABS light is on, the brake system should 13. Engine Temperature Warning Light The arrows will flash in unison with the be serviced as soon as possible to restore the This light warns of an overheated en- exterior turn signal, when using the turn benefits of Anti-Lock brakes.
Page 112 If the light remains on when the parking brake fluid level conditions. The vehicle should parking brake is applied or a brake fault is has been disengaged, and the fluid level is at have service performed, and the brake fluid detected.
Page 113 If the overheating continues, it may become 17. Temperature Gauge 19. 4WD Indicator necessary to stop the vehicle and run the If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark, the This light indicates the vehicle is in engine at idle with the transaxle in NEUTRAL instrument cluster will sound a chime.
Page 114 turer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation Your vehicle has also been equipped with a CAUTION! pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when The TPMS has been optimized for the original different size than the size indicated on the the system is not operating properly.
Page 115 NOTE: odometer for approximately 12 seconds after a 24. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) single chime has sounded to indicate the next The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) If the vehicle is equipped with the optional scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil is part of an Onboard Diagnostic sys- Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) change indicator system is duty-cycle based,...
Page 116 • The ESC system will make buzzing or 27. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) WARNING! Indicator Light — If Equipped clicking sounds when it is active. This is A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as refer- The “ESC Indicator Light” in the normal; the sounds will stop when ESC enced above, can reach higher temperatures instrument cluster will come on becomes inactive following the maneuver...
Page 117: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
• Outside temperature display 30. Electronic Vehicle Information Center ELECTRONIC VEHICLE (EVIC) Button — If Equipped INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF • Trip computer functions The EVIC button is used to change the settings EQUIPPED • Audio mode display for the Customer-Programmable features lo- cated in the EVIC display.
Page 118: Evic Functions
• Left/Right Front Door Ajar (one or more, with Press the EVIC button until one of the following Engine Oil Change Indicator a single chime if speed is above 1 mph) functions are displayed on the EVIC: System — If Equipped •...
Page 119: Compass/Temperature/Audio
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK Distance To Empty (DTE) Elapsed Time position. Shows the estimated distance that can be Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank. last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC NOTE: This estimated distance is determined by a position.
Page 120 Auto Lock Doors at 15 mph (24 km/h) EVIC button when in this display until “Driver’s button when in this display until “Off”, “45 sec.”, When ON is selected, all doors lock automati- Door 1st” or “All Doors” appears to make your “5 min.”, or “10 min.”...
Page 121 Hill Start Assist (HSA) — If Equipped Automatic Compass Calibration Compass Variance When on is selected, the HSA system is active. When the vehicle is new, the compass may Compass Variance is the difference between Refer to “Electronic Brake Control System” in appear erratic and the EVIC will display “CAL”...
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Page 123: Sound Systems
To Set the Variance With the ignition in the ON Compass Calibration degree circle under 5 mph (8 km/h) in an area position, quickly (less than one second) press If the compass appears erratic or inaccurate, free from power lines and large metallic ob- and release the EVIC button several times until and the variance has been properly set, you jects, until the “CAL”...
Page 124: Connecting The Ipod
• The iPod battery charges when plugged This feature allows you to plug an iPod into the iPod starts charging and is ready for use by vehicle’s sound system through a 16–pin con- pressing radio switches, as described below. into the UCI connector (if supported by the nector, using the provided interface cable.
Page 125: List Or Browse Mode
• While a track is playing, press the INFO in the list. Turning this button at any other List Or Browse Mode time in the track, will jump to the begin- button to see the associated metadata (art- During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons ning of the current track.
Page 126: Navigation System - If Equipped
• In List mode, the radio PRESET buttons same steps to go to the desired track in that NAVIGATION SYSTEM — IF are used as shortcuts to the following lists list. Not all iPod sub-menu levels are avail- EQUIPPED on the iPod . able on this system.
Page 127: Radio Operation
top of the switch will increase the volume, and current track or to the beginning of the previous 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. pressing the bottom of the switch will decrease track, if it is within one second after the current 7.
Page 128: Climate Controls
CLIMATE CONTROLS Blower Control Temperature Control The Air Conditioning and Heating System is Rotate this control to Rotate this control to designed to make you comfortable in all types regulate the amount of regulate the temperature of weather. air forced through the of the air inside the pas- ventilation system in senger...
Page 129 Mode Control (Air Direction) Bi-Level Defrost Air is directed through the panel and Air is directed through the windshield Rotate this control to floor outlets. and side window demist outlets. Use choose from several this mode with maximum blower and patterns of air distribu- temperature settings for best windshield and NOTE:...
Page 130: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
NOTE: Air Conditioning Control Automatic Temperature Control • Continuous use of the recirculation mode (ATC) — If Equipped Press this button to en- may make the inside air stuffy and win- The Automatic Temperature Control system au- gage the Air Condition- dow fogging may occur.
Page 131 NOTE: NOTE: Blower Control • The temperature setting can be adjusted The AUTO position performs best for front For full automatic opera- seat occupants only. at anytime without affecting automatic tion or for automatic operation. blower operation turn the 2. Dial in the tempera- •...
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Page 133 • Floor • Air Conditioner Control The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating Air is directed through the floor outlets Press this button to turn the Mode Control knob (on the right) to one of with a small amount flowing through the on the air conditioning the following positions.
Page 134: Operating Tips
• Most of the time, when in Automatic Op- NOTE: Summer Operation • When the ignition switch is turned to the eration, you can temporarily put the sys- The engine cooling system in air-conditioned tem into Recirculation Mode by pressing vehicles must be protected with a high-quality LOCK position, the recirculation feature the Recirculation button.
Page 135 Window Fogging Side Window Demisters num, they could plug the water drains. In winter Interior fogging on the windshield can be A side window demister outlet is located at months, make sure the air intake is clear of ice, quickly removed by turning the mode selector each end of the instrument panel.
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Page 137: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING • STARTING PROCEDURES ..... 139 • Manual Transaxle – If Equipped ....139 •...
Page 138 • General Information ..... . 144 • FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF EQUIPPED ..144 •...
Page 139 • TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION ....156 • Tire Pressure ......156 •...
Page 140 • TRAILER TOWING ......163 • Common Towing Definitions ....163 •...
Page 141: Starting Procedures
STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic Transaxle – If Equipped Normal Starting – Gasoline Engine Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEU- Normal starting of either a cold or a warm adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and TRAL position before you can start the engine.
Page 142: Extreme Cold Weather (Below 20°F Or 29°C)
Extreme Cold Weather CAUTION! CAUTION! (below 20°F or 29°C) • Under normal conditions, do not operate To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank To ensure reliable starting at these tempera- the engine for more than 15 seconds at a the starter for longer than 15 seconds at tures, use of an externally powered electric time.
Page 143: Manual Transaxle - If Equipped
MANUAL TRANSAXLE — IF To shift into REVERSE with a six speed, pull up on the ring just below the gear shift knob and EQUIPPED then move into the REVERSE (R) position. Never shift into REVERSE until the vehicle has WARNING! come to a complete stop.
Page 144: Automatic Transaxle - If Equipped
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE — IF NOTE: NOTE: EQUIPPED You MUST press and hold the brake pedal If a malfunction occurs, the transaxle will down while shifting out of PARK. not shift out of PARK. Battery power is NOTE: required to release the brake/transmission The Continuously Variable Automatic Trans- interlock system.
Page 145: Gear Ranges
Gear Ranges The following indicators should be used to NEUTRAL ensure that you have engaged the shift lever This range is used when the vehicle is standing DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK into the PARK position: for prolonged periods with the engine running.
Page 146: Operation
• When heavy Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Operation FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — application is detected IF EQUIPPED NOTE: This feature provides full time, on-demand, General Information AutoStick is not functional until the CVT four–wheel drive (4WD). warms up in cold weather. •...
Page 147: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
NOTE: Traction DRIVING THROUGH WATER When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is Driving through water more than a few inches/ Refer to “Electronic Brake Control System/ possible for a wedge of water to build up centimeters deep will require extra caution to Electronic Stability Control (ESC)”...
Page 148: Shallow Standing Water
Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! Although your vehicle is capable of driving • Driving through standing water may cause • Driving through standing water limits your through shallow standing water, consider the damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain compo- vehicle’s traction capabilities. Do not ex- following Caution and Warning before doing so.
Page 149: On-Road Driving Tips
ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS If for some reason the power assist is inter- CAUTION! rupted, it will still be possible to steer your Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance Prolonged operation of the steering system at vehicle. Under these conditions, you will ob- and a narrower track to make them capable of the end of the steering wheel travel will in- serve a substantial increase in steering effort,...
Page 150: Parking Brake
• This light only shows that the parking WARNING! brake is applied. It does not show the Fluid level should be checked on a level degree of brake application. surface and with the engine off to prevent When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the injury from moving parts and to ensure accu- front wheels toward the curb on a downhill rate fluid level reading.
Page 151: Brake System
BRAKE SYSTEM tion, if the malfunction is caused by an internal WARNING! (Continued) leak, as the brake fluid in the master cylinder Your vehicle is equipped with power assisted • Be sure the parking brake is fully disen- drops, the “Brake Warning Light” will light. brakes as standard equipment.
Page 152 The “ABS Warning Light” monitors When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph WARNING! the ABS System. The light will (11 km/h), you may also hear a slight clicking • Pumping of the anti-lock brakes will dimin- come on when the ignition switch sound as well as some related motor noises.
Page 153: Electronic Brake Control System
hance vehicle stability and control in various pedal pressure unless braking is no longer WARNING! driving conditions and are commonly referred desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains to as ESC. BAS is deactivated. sophisticated electronic equipment that may Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) be susceptible to interference caused by im-...
Page 154: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
to provide enhanced acceleration and stability. neuvers. It can not prevent wheel lift due to Hill Start Assist (HSA) – Manual A feature of the TCS system functions similar to other factors such as road conditions, leaving Transaxle Only a limited slip differential and controls the wheel the roadway or striking objects or other ve- The HSA system is designed to assist the driver spin across a driven axle.
Page 155: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
2. Shift the transaxle into NEUTRAL. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) WARNING! 3. Apply the parking brake. This system enhances directional control and There may be situations on minor hills (i.e., stability of the vehicle under various driving less than 8%), with a loaded vehicle, or while 4.
Page 156 ESC Off Indicator Light NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the • The capabilities of an ESC-equipped ve- The “ESC Off Indicator Light” (lo- “ESC Malfunction Indicator Light” come cated in the instrument cluster) hicle must never be exploited in a reckless on momentarily each time the ignition starts to flash as soon as the tires or dangerous manner, which could jeopar-...
Page 157 only be turned to “Partial Off” or “ESC Off” for momentarily pressing the “ESC Off” switch. above 35 mph (56 km/h). The “ESC Off Indica- specific reasons as noted below. This may be done while the vehicle is in tor Light” will always be illuminated when ESC motion.
Page 158: Tires - General Information
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire WARNING! (Continued) Pressure Information for vehicle loads that are • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the Tire Pressure less than the maximum loaded vehicle condi- Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle tion.
Page 159: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
after the vehicle has not been driven for at least Tire Pressures for High Speed Radial Ply Tires three hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) Operation after a three hour period. The cold tire inflation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe WARNING! pressure must not exceed the maximum infla- speeds within posted speed limits.
Page 160: Tire Spinning
Tire Spinning WARNING! When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice condi- • Temporary use spare tires are for emer- tions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster gency use only. With these tires, do not than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h).
Page 161: Replacement Tires
equivalent replacement tires may adversely WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) affect the safety, handling, and ride of your • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or Tires and the spare tire should be replaced vehicle. We recommend that you contact your after six years, regardless of the remaining capacity other than what was originally original equipment or an authorized tire dealer...
Page 162: Tire Rotation Recommendations
The suggested rotation method is shown in the Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not CAUTION! following diagram. harmful to your engine. However, continued Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause are used.
Page 163: Ethanol
Problems that result from using methanol/ Problems that result from using methanol/ Materials Added to Fuel gasoline or E85 Ethanol blends are not the gasoline or E85 Ethanol blends are not the Besides using unleaded gasoline with the responsibility of the manufacturer. While MTBE responsibility of the manufacturer.
Page 164: Fuel Requirements - Diesel Engine
FUEL REQUIREMENTS — DIESEL WARNING! (Continued) ENGINE • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain Use Premium Quality Diesel fuels with a Cetane carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless rating of 50 or higher (below 15 ppm Sulphur), gas which can kill. Never run the engine in and meeting the EN590 standard are highly a closed area, such as a garage, and never recommended.
Page 165: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
appear the next time the vehicle is started. CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic System” in • A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the • Remove the fuel cap (gas cap) slowly to “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa- “Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 166: Breakaway Cable Attachment
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) WARNING! WARNING! The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the It is important that you do not exceed the An improperly adjusted hitch system may weight of all cargo, consumables and equip- maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous reduce handling, stability and braking perfor- ment (permanent or temporary) loaded in or on driving condition can result if either rating is...
Page 167 With Attachment Point • For detachable tow bar pass the cable through the attachment point and clip it back onto itself. Detachable Ball Neck Loop Method Fixed Ball Clip Loop Method • For fixed ball tow bar loop the cable around Without Attachment Points the neck of the tow ball.
Page 168: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Transaxle Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Braked Max. Tongue Wt. (See Note 1) Unbraked 2.4L Auto/Man 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 3,300 lbs (1 500 kg)
Page 169 Towing Requirements – Tires WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used be- − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a Improper towing can lead to an injury acci- compact spare tire. dent. Follow these guidelines to make your tween your vehicle and trailer.
Page 170 Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes The electrical connections are all complete to WARNING! the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehi- − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake sys- trailer connector.
Page 171 Function Wire Function Wire Number Color Number Color Right Rear Position, Brown Right Rear Position, Brown Side Marker Lights, Side Marker Lights, and Rear Registra- and Rear Registra- tion Plate Illumina- tion Plate Illumina- tion Device. tion Device. Stop Lights Stop Lights Left Rear Position, Black...
Page 172: Towing Tips
Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped − Highway Driving Function Wire Reduce speed. Number Color − Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. Reserve for Future Red/Blue − Air Conditioning − When using the speed control, if you expe- Allocation Turn off temporarily.
Page 173: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc)
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND NOTE: MOTORHOME, ETC.) Vehicles equipped with manual transaxles may be recreationally towed (flat towed) at Towing This Vehicle Behind Another any legal highway speed, for any distance, if Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four the manual transaxle is in NEUTRAL and the Wheels On The Ground) ignition key is in the ACC position.
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Page 175: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • HAZARD WARNING FLASHER ....174 • IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ....174 •...
Page 176: Hazard Warning Flasher
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS NOTE: The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located In any of the following situations, you can There are steps that you can take to slow on the instrument panel, below the climate reduce the potential for overheating by taking down an impending overheat condition: controls.
Page 177: Automatic Transaxle Overheating
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING OVERHEATING During sustained high speed driving or trailer WARNING! • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is danger- towing up long grades on hot days, the auto- matic transaxle oil may become too hot. ous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you.
Page 178: Jacking Instructions
NOTE: WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Passengers should not remain in the vehicle • Only use the jack in the positions indicated Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of while the vehicle is being jacked. the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far and for lifting this vehicle during a tire Jacking Instructions enough off the road to avoid the danger of...
Page 179 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts trim, the plastic has been cut away to expose 6. Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel by turning them to the left one turn while the the jacking locations in the body. (and bolt-on center cap if equipped) off the wheel is still on the ground.
Page 180: Jump-Starting Procedures
vehicle has a discharged battery, booster WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) cables may be used to obtain a start from a • A battery generates hydrogen gas which is A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a colli- booster battery or the battery in another ve- sion or hard stop could endanger the occu- flammable and explosive.
Page 181: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
Indicator Light (MIL). See your authorized WARNING! WARNING! dealer to correct this condition. Do not connect the cable to the negative post Any procedure other than above could result 1. When boosting from a battery in another of the discharged battery. The resulting elec- vehicle, park that vehicle within booster cable •...
Page 182: Tow Eye
NOTE: WARNING! If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces Control or Electronic Stability Control generated by excessive wheel speeds may (ESC), turn the system OFF before attempt- cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and ing to “rock”...
Page 183: Front Tow Eye Usage
Insert the flat end of the jack handle through the WARNING! eye and tighten, refer to “Jacking and Tire Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow Changing in Section 6 for information”. The tow eyes. Tow straps and chains may break, caus- hook must be fully seated to the attaching ing serious injury.
Page 184: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
• FWD or AWD vehicles can be towed on a TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Without The Ignition Key flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground). Special care must be taken when the vehicle is With Ignition Key towed with the ignition in the LOCK position. A All Transaxles Automatic Transaxle dolly should be used under the front wheels if...
Page 185: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L ....185 • ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.2L DIESEL ... . 186 •...
Page 186 • Brake System ......197 • Automatic Transaxle (CVT) – If Equipped ..198 •...
Page 187: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 — Battery 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 — Engine Oil Dipstick 5 —...
Page 188: Engine Compartment - 2.2L Diesel
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Page 189: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — is detected twice in a row, the system will turn CAUTION! on the MIL. Resolving the problem will turn the OBD II • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could MIL light off. Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated cause further damage to the emission con- Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II.
Page 190: Engine Oil
Engine Oil improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. CAUTION! Maintain the oil level between the range mark- • Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or Checking Oil Level ings on the dipstick. The range markings will To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine perform repairs and service when neces- consist of a crosshatch zone that says SAFE or oil must be maintained at the correct level.
Page 191 Vehicle Limited Warranty. that are API certified and meet the require- For best performance and maximum protection ments of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. under all types of operating conditions, the Engine Oil Selection (Gasoline Engine) – manufacturer recommends only Synthetic Die-...
Page 192: Engine Oil Filter
Engine Oil Viscosity – Diesel Engine Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil WARNING! Use any of these viscosity grades meeting the Filters The air cleaner can provide a measure of ACEA Categories listed under Engine Oil Se- Care should be taken in disposing of used protection in the case of engine backfire.
Page 193: Air Conditioner Maintenance
WARNING! CAUTION! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and • It is essential when replacing the cables on Do not use chemical flushes in your air con- can burn or even blind you. Do not allow the battery that the positive cable is at- ditioning system as the chemicals can dam- battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or tached to the positive post and the negative...
Page 194: Body Lubrication
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling attention should also be given to hood latching turning them on to avoid damaging the blade. R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydro- components to ensure proper function. When Keep the blade rubber out of contact with fluorocarbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the performing other underhood services, the hood petroleum products such as engine oil, gaso-...
Page 195: Exhaust System
WARNING! WARNING! CAUTION! Commercially available windshield washer Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain Damage to the catalytic converter can result if solvents are flammable. They could ignite and carbon monoxide (CO) which is colorless and your vehicle is not kept in proper operating burn you.
Page 196: Cooling System
heating. If this occurs, stop the vehicle, turn off Cooling System – Drain, Flush and Refill WARNING! (Continued) the engine and allow it to cool. Service, includ- Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper • You or others can be badly burned by hot ing a tune up to manufacturers specifications, maintenance intervals.
Page 197 Adding Coolant Use only high purity water such as distilled or CAUTION! Your vehicle has been built with an improved deionized water when mixing the water/engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other engine coolant (antifreeze) that allows ex- coolant (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower than specified Hybrid Organic Additive tended maintenance intervals.
Page 198 If ingested by a child or pet, seek emergency Points to Remember WARNING! assistance immediately. Clean up any ground • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” NOTE: spills immediately. When the vehicle is stopped after a few on the cooling system pressure cap are a Coolant Level miles/kilometers of operation, you may ob- safety precaution.
Page 199: Brake System
• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) addi- Brake System ervoir. Fluid level can be expected to fall as the tions are required, or if the level in the brake pads wear. The brake fluid level should In order to assure brake system performance, coolant recovery bottle does not drop when be checked when the pads are replaced.
Page 200: Automatic Transaxle (Cvt) - If Equipped
Automatic Transaxle (CVT) – If WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Equipped • Use only manufacturer’s recommended • Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can Selection Of Lubricant brake fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine It is important that the proper lubricant is used and Genuine Parts”...
Page 201: Manual Transaxle - If Equipped
Fluid And Filter Changes Fluid Level Check Fluid Level Check Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. Visually inspect the unit at each oil change for maintenance intervals. The fluid level should be between the bottom of leakage.
Page 202: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
• Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper What Causes Corrosion? level. Corrosion is the result of deterioration or re- MOPAR Cleaner Wax to remove road film, moval of paint and protective coatings from stains and to protect your paint finish.
Page 203 • If your vehicle is damaged due to an acci- MOPAR cleaners or equivalent are recom- Interior Care dent or similar cause which destroys the mended. Do not use oven cleaner. Avoid auto- Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean paint and protective coating, have your ve- matic car washes that use acidic solutions or fabric upholstery and carpeting.
Page 204 Never use an abrasive type cleaner. Use cau- Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses WARNING! tion when cleaning the inside rear window The lenses in front of the instruments in this Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning pur- equipped with electric defrosters or the right vehicle are molded in clear plastic.
Page 205: Fuses
FUSES Cav- Car- Mini- Description Cav- Car- Mini- Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Integrated Power Module (IPM) Fuse Fuse The Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located 30 Amp IOD Sense1 15 Amp IGN Run/Acc in the engine compartment near the air cleaner Green Lt Blue Dome Lamp/...
Page 206: Vehicle Storage
Cav- Car- Mini- Description Cav- Car- Mini- Description CAUTION! (Continued) tridge Fuse tridge Fuse • When replacing a blown fuse, it is important Fuse Fuse to use only a fuse having the correct am- 15 Amp Power Sunroof 30 Amp ABS Valve Feed perage rating.
Page 207: Replacement Bulbs
REPLACEMENT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge Headlamps base. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for replacement. 1. Raise the hood and locate the connector behind the headlamp. LIGHT BULBS – Interior Bulb Number Front Header Lamp .
Page 208: Fog Lamps
6. Pull bulb outward from assembly. Fog Lamps Side Repeater Lamps See your authorized dealer for replacement. 1. Push side repeater to one side to release the Rear Tail Lamps, Turn Signals And spring tension and pull outward. Backup Lamps 2.
Page 209: License Lamps
License Lamps 2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise. 3. Pull the bulb from the socket. 1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the snap tab to remove the lamp from the liftgate. Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Light is an LED assembly.
Page 210: Fluid Capacities
FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 13.6 Gallons 51.5 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.4L Engine 4.5 Quarts 4.26 Liters 2.2L Diesel Engine 4.2 Quarts 4 Liters Cooling System * 2.4L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy- 7.2 Quarts 6.8 Liters brid Organic Additive Technology or equivalent.)
Page 211: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) – Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard Non ACEA Categories MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. SAE 5W-30 engine oil ap- proved to MB 229.31 or MB 229.51 may be used when SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available.
Page 212: Chassis
Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transaxle (CVT) – If Equipped MOPAR CVTF+4 Manual Transaxle – If Equipped MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) MOPAR Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5 or equivalent non-synthetic product. Power Transfer Unit (PTU) MOPAR Gear &...
Page 213: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....212 • Maintenance Schedule – Gasoline Engine ..212 •...
Page 214 • Under no circumstances should oil MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE after the most recent oil change was per- formed. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as change intervals exceed 7,500 miles Maintenance Schedule – Gasoline possible, within 500 miles (800 km). However, (12 000 km) or six months, whichever Engine an earlier oil change at 3,000 miles (5,000 km)
Page 215 • Check all lights and other electrical items for At Each Stop for Fuel Severe Duty Conditions correct operation. †† Change the engine oil and engine oil filter at • Check the engine oil level about five minutes every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or three months if after a fully warmed engine is shut off.
Page 216 ❏ Inspect exhaust system. Perform the first inspection at 15,000 miles (24 000 km) or 12 months. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer PAGE POSITION: 216 JOB: @ibm2/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler-intl/GRP_owners/JOB_202720-en-pat-10MK74-126-ENG-AA/DIV_og pubnum:...
Page 217 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer PAGE POSITION: 217 JOB: @ibm2/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler-intl/GRP_owners/JOB_202720-en-pat-10MK74-126-ENG-AA/DIV_og pubnum:...
Page 218 Date Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer PAGE POSITION: 218 JOB: @ibm2/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler-intl/GRP_owners/JOB_202720-en-pat-10MK74-126-ENG-AA/DIV_og pubnum:...
Page 219: Service Schedule
❏ Change the automatic transaxle fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer PAGE POSITION: 219 JOB: @ibm2/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler-intl/GRP_owners/JOB_202720-en-pat-10MK74-126-ENG-AA/DIV_og pubnum:...
Page 220 ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. ❏ Replace the air conditioning filter. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer PAGE POSITION: 220 JOB: @ibm2/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler-intl/GRP_owners/JOB_202720-en-pat-10MK74-126-ENG-AA/DIV_og pubnum:...
Page 221 ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer PAGE POSITION: 221 JOB: @ibm2/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler-intl/GRP_owners/JOB_202720-en-pat-10MK74-126-ENG-AA/DIV_og pubnum:...
Page 222 ❏ Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 60 months. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer PAGE POSITION: 222 JOB: @ibm2/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler-intl/GRP_owners/JOB_202720-en-pat-10MK74-126-ENG-AA/DIV_og pubnum:...
Page 223 ❏ Change the automatic transaxle fluid and filter. ❏ Replace the accessory drive belt(s). Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer PAGE POSITION: 223 JOB: @ibm2/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler-intl/GRP_owners/JOB_202720-en-pat-10MK74-126-ENG-AA/DIV_og pubnum:...
Page 224 ❏ Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. ❏ Replace the air conditioning filter. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer PAGE POSITION: 224 JOB: @ibm2/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler-intl/GRP_owners/JOB_202720-en-pat-10MK74-126-ENG-AA/DIV_og pubnum:...
Page 225 ❏ Inspect the CV joints. ❏ Inspect exhaust system. ❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary. Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer PAGE POSITION: 225 JOB: @ibm2/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler-intl/GRP_owners/JOB_202720-en-pat-10MK74-126-ENG-AA/DIV_og pubnum:...
Page 226 † This maintenance is recommended by the Maintenance Schedule – Diesel At Each Oil Change manufacturer to the owner, but is not required Engine • Change the engine oil filter. to maintain emissions warranty. NOTE: • Inspect the exhaust system. Under no circumstances should oil change •...
Page 227 ❏ Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer PAGE POSITION: 227 JOB: @ibm2/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler-intl/GRP_owners/JOB_202720-en-pat-10MK74-126-ENG-AA/DIV_og pubnum:...
Page 228 ❏ Inspect the brake linings. ❏ Replace the air conditioning filter (if equipped). Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer PAGE POSITION: 228 JOB: @ibm2/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler-intl/GRP_owners/JOB_202720-en-pat-10MK74-126-ENG-AA/DIV_og pubnum:...
Page 229 ❏ Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer PAGE POSITION: 229 JOB: @ibm2/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler-intl/GRP_owners/JOB_202720-en-pat-10MK74-126-ENG-AA/DIV_og pubnum:...
Page 230 ❏ Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. Odometer Reading Date Odometer Reading Date Repair Order # Dealer Code Repair Order # Dealer Code Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer PAGE POSITION: 230 JOB: @ibm2/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler-intl/GRP_owners/JOB_202720-en-pat-10MK74-126-ENG-AA/DIV_og pubnum:...
Page 231: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ....232 • ARGENTINA ......232 •...
Page 232 • DOMINICAN REPUBLIC ....233 • ECUADOR ......234 •...
Page 233 • POLAND ......236 • PORTUGAL ......236 •...
Page 234 Boulevard Azucena Villaflor 435 Discuss the problem at the authorized dealer BELGIUM C1107CII with the dealer principal or the service man- Chrysler Belgium Luxembourg NV Buenos Aires, Argentina ager. Management personnel at the authorized Tollaan 68 Tel.: +54-11-4891 7900 dealer are in the best position to resolve the...
Page 235 Fax: (506) 295 - 0052 DK- 1790 København V. Tel: +45 (0)35 256 830 CHINA CROATIA Fax: +45 (0)35 256 832 Chrysler Group (China) Sales Limited EUROLINE d.o.o. DOMINICAN REPUBLIC 16F,Gemdale Plaza Tower A Kovinska 5 No.91 Jian Guo Road 10 000 Zagreb Reid y Compañia...
Page 236 ECUADOR FINLAND GRAND DUCHY OF LUXEMBOURG Chrysler Jeep Automotriz del Ecuador Chrysler FinlandOy TNT MAILFAST Av. Juan Tanca Marengo km. 4.5 Ristipellontie 5 C/O Chrysler Belgium/Luxembourg Guayaquil, Ecuador 00390 HELSINKI BRU/BRU/37850 Tel.: (593) 4 225 7935 Tel: 020 54771 Antwoord Nummer 193032...
Page 237 Tel: 09573 7800 Fax: (504) 232-6564 Fax: 06 418823114 Fax: 09573 7808 E-mail: talkto@chrysler.com HUNGARY NORWAY LATVIA Chrysler Automotive Hungaria Kft Chrysler Norge A/S H-1133 Budapest TC MOTORS LTD. Solheimveien 7 Kárpát u 21 40 Krasta Str. N-1471 Lørenskog Tel.:+36-1-887-7000...
Page 238 Fax: (51-1) 712 2002 Fax: 7877823345 SPAIN POLAND ROMANIA Chrysler España S.L. Chrysler Polska Sp. z o.o. Dpto. De Atención al Cliente Chrysler, Jeep y S.C. Auto Rom S.R.L. ul. Gotlieba Daimlera 1 Dodge Bucuresti 02-480 Warszawa Apdo. De Correos 24 Bd.
Page 239 (58) 241-6132438 Tongwell PO BOX: 1960 TAIWAN Milton Keynes MK15 8BA Services And Parts Chrysler Taiwan Co. , LTD. Tel.: 01908 301090 Zona Industrial II, Av. Norte-Sur 5 C/C Calle 13th Floor Union Enterprise Plaza Fax: 01908 301203 Este-Oeste 1109 Min Sheng East Road, Section 3 C.C LD Center Local B-2...
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Page 243: Index
INDEX PAGE POSITION: 243 JOB: @ibm2/chry_pdm/CLS_chrysler-intl/GRP_owners/JOB_202720-en-pat-10MK74-126-ENG-AA/DIV_og pubnum:...
Page 244 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ..149 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..149 Master Cylinder ... . . 197 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . 195 Anti-Theft Security Alarm Parking .
Page 245 Cargo Tie-Downs ....98 Cooling System ....194 Door Locks ....20 Cellular Phone .
Page 246 Engine ....185,186 Flat Tire Stowage ... . . 178 Octane Rating ....160 Break-In Recommendations .
Page 247 Headlights ....205 Interior Appearance Care ..201 Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ..99 Cleaning .
Page 248 Oil Pressure ....108 Manual Transaxle ..139,141,199 Occupant Restraints ... 37,40 Rear Fog .
Page 249 Paint Care ....200 Rear Axle (Differential) ..199 Roof Type Carrier ... . . 100 Parking Brake .
Page 250 Lumbar Support ... . . 80 Starting and Operating ..140 Theft System (Security Alarm) ..15,16 Rear Folding .
Page 251 Weight ....166 Transporting Pets ....49 Warning Lights Towing Eyes ....180 Tread Wear Indicators .

Chrysler Patriot Owner's Manual

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2 Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

3 Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

4 Understanding Your Instrument Panel

5 Starting and Operating

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