Chrysler Cruiser PT 2010 Owner's Manual

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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

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

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Page 1: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 3: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ... . . 6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 4: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
Page 5 INTRODUCTION 5...
Page 6: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.
Page 7: 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 an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 9 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Sentry Key — If Equipped ....15 ▫...
Page 10 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ... . . 20 Power Windows ..... . 31 ▫...
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System ▫ Transporting Pets ....71 (BeltAlert ) ......44 Engine Break-In Recommendations .
Page 12: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key Removal The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has Place the shift lever in PARK and make sure that the shift the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These lever knob pushbutton has returned to the outward numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your position.
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you obtain service. WARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle.
Page 14: Locking Doors With A Key
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locking Doors with a Key To Manually Lock the Steering Wheel You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the With the engine running, turn the steering wheel upside door, turn the key rearward.
Page 15: Sentry Key - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 is out. It also prevents shifting out of PARK unless the If the bulb begins to flash after the bulb check, this key is in the ON position and the brake pedal is indicates that an invalid key has been used to start the depressed.
Page 16: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE All of the keys provided with a new vehicle have been of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A programmed to that vehicle’s electronics. blank key is one which has never been programmed. Replacement Keys NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer...
Page 17: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 3. Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch. NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized Turn the ignition switch to the ON position within dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the sys- 15 seconds.
Page 18: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED To Set the Alarm The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors, liftgate, 1. Remove the key from the ignition switch and get out and ignition switch for unauthorized operation. of the vehicle.
Page 19: To Disarm The Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 To Disarm the Alarm Security System Manual Override Unlock a front door using the RKE transmitter. The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the doors using the manual door lock plunger. Starting the vehicle with a valid Sentry Key will disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 20: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and with metal objects. liftgate, or activate the Panic Alarm from distances ap- To Unlock the Doors and Liftgate proximately 66 ft (20 m) using a hand-held RKE trans- Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE...
Page 21: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 EVIC-equipped vehicles refer to “Electronic Vehicle In- Security Alarm. Opening a door with the Security Alarm formation Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer- activated will cause the alarm to sound. Press the UN- Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your In- LOCK button to deactivate the Security Alarm.
Page 22: To Turn Off "Flash Lights With Lock
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. While the LOCK button is pressed (after four seconds), 3. Test the “Flash Lights with Lock” feature while out- press the PANIC button. Release both buttons. side of the vehicle by pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the ignition in the LOCK position, The “Sound Horn on Lock”...
Page 23: To Program Additional Transmitters
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Using The Panic Alarm total of eight RKE transmitters can be programmed to To turn the Panic Alarm feature ON or OFF, press and your vehicle through the use of a currently-programmed hold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at RKE transmitter.
Page 24 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Fasten your seatbelt. (Fastening the seatbelt will cancel 9. Using the RKE transmitter to be programmed, press any chimes that may confuse you during this program- and release both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons, ming procedure.) simultaneously.
Page 25: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 General Information If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and distance, check for these two conditions: RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the 1.
Page 26 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. 2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause 1. If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw, battery deterioration.
Page 27: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 DOOR LOCKS WARNING! Manual Door Locks • For personal security and safety in the event of an Use the manual door lock plunger to lock the doors from accident, lock the vehicle doors while you drive, inside the vehicle.
Page 28: Power Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks Auto Lock — If Equipped A door lock switch is on each front door panel. Press The doors will lock automatically on vehicles with power either switch to lock or unlock the doors. door locks if all of the following conditions are met: 1.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, the Auto Lock 2. The shift lever was in gear and the vehicle speed can be enabled or disabled by performing the following returned to 0 mph (0 km/h). procedure: 3.
Page 30: Child Protection Door Lock System - If Equipped
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON, and To use the system, open each rear door and move the back to LOCK four times, ending up in the LOCK control up to engage. When the system on a door is position.
Page 31: Power Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 The window lock switch is located between the window WARNING! switches, that allows you to disable the rear window switches that are located at the back of the center floor Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. console.
Page 32: Auto-Down Feature
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Window Switches WARNING! There are also rear passenger window switches located at the rear of the center console. Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches.
Page 33: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Wind Buffeting To open the unlocked liftgate, squeeze the liftgate release Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of touch pad located on the backside of the liftgate handle, pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion.
Page 34: Occupant Restraints
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS WARNING! Some of the most important safety features in your • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison- vehicle are the restraint systems. These include: ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your •...
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners to enhance Please pay close attention to the information in this occupant protection by managing occupant energy section. It tells you how to use your restraint system during an impact event —...
Page 36: Lap/Shoulder Belts
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions WARNING! (Continued) 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make adjust the seat. your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out 2.
Page 38 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more WARNING! likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not •...
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle Removing Slack From Belt 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt.
Page 40 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t not protect you properly.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 • If the rear seatback is properly latched and the rear WARNING! center lap/shoulder belt still cannot be pulled out, the Automatic-Locking Retractor (ALR) system may be A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and activated.
Page 42: Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt Untwisting Procedure
42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt Untwisting Procedure your neck. Push up or down on the anchorage button to Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ release the anchorage, and move it up or down to the shoulder belt.
Page 43: Automatic Locking Retractors (Alr) Mode - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 you will prefer a higher position. When you release the 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that the entire belt is extracted. it is locked in position.
Page 44: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
Once the rized dealer. warning is triggered, BeltAlert will continue to chime • Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend deactivat- and flash the Seat Belt Reminder Light for 96 seconds or ing BeltAlert .
Page 45: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 If BeltAlert is deactivated, the Seat Belt Reminder Light extender should be used only if the existing belt is not will continue to illuminate while the driver’s seat belt long enough. When it is not required, remove the ex- remains unfastened.
Page 46 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove NOTE: These airbags are certified to the new Federal compartment. The words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on regulations for Advanced Airbags. the airbag covers. The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator design.
Page 47: Advanced Front Airbag Features
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 • Airbag Warning Light appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), • Driver Front Airbag which may receive information from the impact sensors •...
Page 48 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers or attempt to open them manually. You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags may no longer be functional. The protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflat- ing.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain The system includes sensors adjacent to both front and (SABIC) — If Equipped rear seat occupants that are calibrated to deploy the SABIC airbags offer side-impact and vehicle rollover SABIC airbags during impacts that require airbag occu- protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in pant protection.
Page 50 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Knee Impact Bolsters WARNING! The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the driver and the front passenger, and position everyone for Infants in rear-facing child restraints should NEVER the best interaction with the Advanced Front Airbag. ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger front airbag.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 You should read the instructions provided with your WARNING! child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more All occupants should ALWAYS wear their lap and shoul- severe injuries in a collision.
Page 52: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls The Advanced Front Airbags will not deploy in all frontal collisions, including some that may produce substantial Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) vehicle damage — for example, some pole collisions, The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system truck underrides, and angle offset collisions.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of it turns on the Airbag Warning Light either momentarily the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light or ON position.
Page 54 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Driver and Passenger Airbag Inflator Units Passenger Airbag Disable (PAD) Indicator Light The Driver and Passenger Airbag Inflator Units are The Passenger Airbag Disable (PAD) Indicator Light located in the center of the steering wheel and the right (an amber light located in the center of the instrument side of the instrument panel.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 The PAD indicator light should not be illumi- Passenger Airbag Disable (PAD) System nated when an adult passenger is properly Front Passenger Indicator Light Airbag Status seated in the front passenger seat. In this case, Adult the airbag is ready to be inflated if a collision Child...
Page 56 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the seat or between the seat and the center console can turned on whenever there is a fault that can affect the prevent the occupant’s weight from being measured operation of the airbag system. If there is a fault present properly and may result in the occupant being improp- in the PAD Indicator Light, the Airbag Warning Light erly classified.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Weight Sensors triggered, releasing a quantity of non-toxic gas. The Your vehicle has four Weight Sensors located between inflating side airbag exits through the seat seam into the the seat and the floor pan. The weight sensors measure space between the occupant and the door.
Page 58 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE covers the window. The airbag inflates in about 30 ms Enhanced Accident Response System (about one-quarter of the time that it takes to blink your In the event of an impact causing airbag deployment, if eyes) with enough force to injure you if you are not belted the communication network remains intact, and the and seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area...
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 NOTE: Front and/or side airbags will not deploy in all airbag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye the airbag system.
Page 60 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your ad- WARNING! vanced airbag system. The airbag may inflate • Modifications to any part of the airbag system accidentally or may not function properly if modi- could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 61: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Airbag Warning Light located on the inside of the fuse block cover for the You will want to have the airbags ready to proper airbag fuses. See your authorized dealer if the inflate for your protection in a collision.
Page 62 Chrysler Group LLC, such investigations may be re- hicle, or crash, will be treated confidentially. Confidential quested by customers, insurance carriers, government data will not be disclosed by Chrysler Group LLC to any officials, and professional crash researchers, such as those third party except when: associated with universities, and with hospital and insur- ance organizations.
Page 63: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 3. Requested by police under a legal warrant. United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the 4. Otherwise required by law. law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. Data parameters that are recorded: Children 12 years and younger should ride properly •...
Page 64 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants and Small Children bed must be used to transport a newborn baby, the car There are different sizes and types of restraints for bed must be installed in the second seating row only. children from newborn size to the child almost large •...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 • Children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) and who NOTE: For additional information, refer to are older than one year can ride forward-facing in the www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK. Cana- vehicle.
Page 66 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. restraint: If the seat belt has a cinching latch plate, pulling up on the shoulder portion of the lap/shoulder belt will •...
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 • If the belt still can’t be tightened, or if pulling and retractor. Allow the belt to return into the retractor, pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, disconnect pulling on the excess webbing to tighten the lap portion the latch plate from the buckle, turn the latch plate around the child restraint.
Page 68 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the outboard positions only. Regardless of the specific type of lower attachment, NEVER install LATCH- compatible child seats such that two seats share a com- mon lower anchorage. If you are installing LATCH- compatible child restraints in adjacent rear seating positions, you can use the LATCH anchors or the vehi- cle’s seat belt for the outboard position, but you must use...
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 provide add-on tether strap kits for some of their older restraint installation, instead of tucking the seat belt products. Tether anchorage kits are also available for behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the most older vehicles.
Page 70 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In general, you will first loosen the adjusters on the lower Not all child restraint systems will be installed as we and tether straps so that you can more easily attach the have described here.
Page 71: Transporting Pets
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Children too Large for Booster Seats Transporting Pets Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly over the front of the seat when their back is against the injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in...
Page 72: Safety Tips
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a SAFETY TIPS high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil Transporting Passengers changes should be consistent with anticipated climate NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
Page 73: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Exhaust Gas If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate WARNING! control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Page 74: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Airbag Warning Light Vehicle The light should come on and remain on for six to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first Seat Belts turned ON.
Page 75: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 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 77 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Phone Call Features Mirrors ......81 .
Page 78 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Voice Training ..... 117 To Open And Close The Hood ... 132 Seats .
Page 79 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 ▫ To Vary The Speed Setting Windshield Wipers And Washers ..138 ... . . 145 ▫...
Page 80 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Position 2 (Middle) Electrical Power Outlets ....155 ....162 ▫...
Page 81: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
Page 82: Outside Mirror - Passenger Side
82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirror — Passenger Side mirror, move the knob in the same direction you want the Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the mirror to move. Use the O (Center) position to guard side of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to the against accidentally moving a mirror position.
Page 83: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped NOTE: • The driver vanity mirror will become inoperable when Your vehicle may be equipped with an illuminated vanity mirror located on the sun visor. To use the mirror, the vehicle alarm is enabled.
Page 84: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
For Uconnect™ customer support, visit the following is turned on and has been paired to the vehicle’s websites: Uconnect™ Phone. The Uconnect™ Phone allows up to • www.chrysler.com/uconnect seven cellular phones to be linked to the system. Only one • www.dodge.com/uconnect...
Page 85 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 linked (or paired) cellular phone can be used with the Voice Recognition Button system at a time. The system is available in English, Actual button location may vary with the ra- Spanish, or French languages. dio.
Page 86: Operation
86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • For each feature explanation in this section, only the The radio display will be used for visual prompts from the Uconnect™ Phone such as CELL or caller ID on combined form of the voice command is given. You certain radios.
Page 87 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 To activate the Uconnect™ Phone from idle, simply press The following are general phone to Uconnect™ Phone button and follow the audible prompts for pairing instructions: directions. All Uconnect™ Phone sessions begin with a •...
Page 88 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will then be asked to give your cellular phone a • The system will prompt you to say the number you priority level between one and seven, with one being want to call. the highest priority.
Page 89 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a name in the phonebook, refer to Add Names to Your Home, Work, Mobile, or Pager ). This will allow Uconnect™...
Page 90 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Depending on the maximum number of entries down- Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Cellular Phone loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, downloaded names can be used.
Page 91 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 Phonebook Download — Single Entry first disconnect or drop the Bluetooth connection to If equipped and supported by your phone, Uconnect™ the Uconnect™ Phone, and then send the address Phone allows the user to download entries from their book entry via Bluetooth .
Page 92 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • You will then be asked for the name of the phonebook Delete Uconnect™ Phonebook Entry entry that you wish to edit. NOTE: Editing phonebook entries is recommended • Next, choose the number designation (home, work, when the vehicle is not in motion.
Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 • Note that only the phonebook entry in the current List All Names in the Uconnect™ Phonebook language is deleted. • Press the button to begin. • Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be •...
Page 94: Phone Call Features
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone Call Features Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call The following features can be accessed through the Currently in Progress Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on your If a call is currently in progress and you have another cellular service plan.
Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to Toggling Three-Way Calling Between Calls in this section. To combine two calls, refer To initiate three-way calling, press the button to Conference Call in this section. while a call is in progress, and make a second phone call, as described under Making a Second Call While Current Place/Retrieve a Call From Hold...
Page 96: Uconnect™ Phone Features
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say • After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can Redial. continue on the Uconnect™ Phone for a certain dura- tion, after which the call is automatically transferred •...
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and voice commands will be in that language. Emergency and the Uconnect™ Phone will instruct the paired cellular phone to call the emergency num- NOTE: After every Uconnect™...
Page 98 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mexico City in Mexico). Please refer to the 24-Hour WARNING! Towing Assistance coverage details on the DVD in the Warranty Information Booklet and the 24-Hour Your phone must be turned on and paired to the Towing Assistance references.
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Working with Automated Systems also to be used for navigating through an automated This method is used in instances where one generally has customer service center menu structure, and to leave a to press numbers on the cellular phone keypad while number on a pager.
Page 100 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Barge In - Overriding Prompts Phone and Network Status Indicators The “Voice Recognition” button can be used when you If available on the radio and/or on a premium display wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by recognition command immediately.
Page 101: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • Following the beep, say Mute off. NOTE: Certain brands of cellular phones do not send the dial ring to the Uconnect™ Phone to play it on the Advanced Phone Connectivity vehicle audio system, so you will not hear it. Under this situation, after successfully dialing a number the user Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone may feel that the call did not go through even though the...
Page 102 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE phone and the Uconnect™ Phone, follow the instructions Select Another Cellular Phone described in your cellular phone User’s Manual. This feature allows you to select and start using another phone paired with the Uconnect™ Phone. List Paired Cellular Phone Names •...
Page 103: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Delete Uconnect™ Phone Paired Cellular Phones Voice Training For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- • Press the button to begin. nizing their voice commands or numbers, the Uconnect™ • After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Phone Voice Training feature may be used.
Page 104 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Performance is maximized under: This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The system will adapt to the last trained voice only. • low-to-medium blower setting, To restore the Voice Recognition system to factory default •...
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 • It is not recommended to store similar sounding Phone Far End Audio Performance names in the Uconnect™ Phonebook. • Audio quality is maximized under: • Phonebook (Downloaded and Uconnect™ Phone Lo- • low-to-medium blower setting, cal) name recognition rate is optimized when the •...
Page 106 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness Bluetooth Communication Link to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and Cellular phones have been found to lose connection to not the Uconnect™ Phone. the Uconnect™...
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Page 110 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 112: General Information
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information NOTE: Take care to speak into the Voice Interface This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and System as calmly and normally as possible. The ability of RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com- following conditions: mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a...
Page 113: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists When using this system, you should speak clearly and at options, press the button, listen for the beep, and a normal speaking volume. say your command.
Page 114 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Changing the Volume Radio AM (or Radio Long Wave or Radio Medium Wave — If Equipped) 1. Start a dialogue by pressing the button. To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In this mode, you may say the following commands: 2.
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 • “Radio Menu” (to switch to the radio menu) Disc To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) may say the following commands: Satellite Radio •...
Page 116: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE − “Continue” (to continue recording) System Setup To switch to system setup, say “Setup”. In this mode, you − “Delete” (to delete the recording) may say the following commands: • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) •...
Page 117: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Voice Training SEATS For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System nizing their voice commands or numbers the uconnect™ of the vehicle. They need to be used properly for safe voice “Voice Training”...
Page 118: Front Seat Adjustment - If Equipped
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Seat Adjustment — If Equipped Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched. the floor.
Page 119: Six-Way Power Seat With Manual Recliner - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Six-Way Power Seat With Manual Recliner — If This seat also has a manual recline lever located just to Equipped the rear of the power seat switch. To recline, lean forward The seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat near slightly before lifting the lever, then lean back to the the floor.
Page 120: Manual Lumbar - If Equipped
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the DO NOT place any article under a power seat or seat belt is no longer resting against your chest. In impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to a collision you could slide under the seat belt and the seat controls.
Page 121: Folding Front Passenger Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Lumbar Adjust Handle Folding Seat Control Lever Folding Front Passenger Seat — If Equipped Adjustable Head Restraints The passenger front seat may be folded fully forward to Head restraints can reduce the risk of injury in the event provide additional cargo space.
Page 122: Heated Seats - If Equipped
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE up on the head restraint. To lower a head restraint, push Heated Seats — If Equipped in the button that is part of the head restraint rod guide, The heaters provide the same heat level for both cushion and push down on the head restraint.
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 an additional 30 minutes of continuous operation. If WARNING! (Continued) Low-level heating is selected, the system automatically • Do not place anything on the seat that insulates turns the heater and the indicator light off after 30 min- against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
Page 124: Folding Rear Seat
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat When returning the seatback to its upright position, To provide additional storage area, each rear seatback can make sure that the seatback latch is engaged. You should be folded forward. To fold down either seatback, push not be able to fold the seatback forward unless the release the button that is located on the top of the seatback near button is pressed or the emergency release handle is...
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your The rear center lap/shoulder belt is equipped with a vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat lockout feature to ensure that the seatback is in the belts.
Page 126: Tumbling Rear Seat
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Tumbling Rear Seat To provide additional storage in the cargo area, each rear seat can be tumbled forward. CAUTION! It is important that the front seats be pulled forward to the midpoint of the seat track to avoid contact between the rear seat and the front seatback.
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Tumbling Seat Release Strap Tumbling Seat Tether 3. Attach the tether, located at the base of the seat To return the rear seat to its upright latched position, cushion, onto the hook bar on the center trim panel to rotate the seat cushion rearward to latch the seat.
Page 128: Rear Seat Removal
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When returning the seatback to its upright position, Rear Seat Removal make sure that the seat latches are engaged. You should The rear seats can be removed to provide more cargo not be able to fold the seatback forward and/or tumble space.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 2. Pull the release lever located on the outboard side of the seat. Lift up the seat and tumble the seat forward. Release Lever Location 4. Using the handle on the seat, the seat assembly can now be lifted and removed from the vehicle.
Page 130: Emergency Seatback Release
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To reinstall the rear seat, insert the seat into the floor EMERGENCY SEATBACK RELEASE attachments. Lower the release levers of the seat to latch WARNING! the front floor attachments and rotate the seat rearward to latch the seat.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 glow-in-the-dark lever attached to the left rear seatback Once unlatched the seatback can be pushed forward to latching mechanism. Refer to “Cargo Area Features” in gain access into the interior of the vehicle. “Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle”...
Page 132: To Open And Close The Hood
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Move the safety latch, located under the front edge of To open the hood, two latches must be released. the hood, slightly to the right of center and raise the hood.
Page 133: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 LIGHTS CAUTION! Multifunction Lever To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to The multifunction lever controls the operation of the close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- parking lights, headlights, headlight beam selection, mately 8 in (20 cm) and then drop it.
Page 134: Headlights And Parking Lights
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights and Parking Lights To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights, Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent rotate the center portion of the multifunction lever up or for parking lights and instrument panel lights.
Page 135: High/Low Beam Switch
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next High/Low Beam Switch detent position to brighten the odometer and radio when Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the parking lights or headlights are on. the headlights to high beams.
Page 136: Front Fog Lights - If Equipped
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Fog Lights — If Equipped NOTE: The fog lights will only operate with the parking The front fog light switch is in the multifunction lights or the headlights on low beam. Selecting high lever.
Page 137: Lane Change Assist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 • A tone will chime if the turn signals are left on for more than 1 mile (2 km). Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatically turn off.
Page 138: Map/Reading Lights
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Map/Reading Lights NOTE: The lights will remain on until the switch is These lights are mounted between the sun visors above pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned the rearview mirror. Each light is turned on by pressing off before leaving the vehicle.
Page 139: Windshield Wiper Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever Front Wiper Control Windshield Wiper Operation NOTE: The wipers will automatically return to the Rotate the end of the lever upward to the LO position for “park” position if you turn OFF the ignition switch while low-speed wiper operation.
Page 140: Intermittent Wiper System
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Intermittent Wiper System CAUTION! Use the intermittent wiper system when weather condi- • Turn the windshield wipers OFF when driving tions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause between cycles desirable. Rotate the end of the wind- through an automatic car wash.
Page 141: Windshield Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 There are five delay settings, which allow you to regulate If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in the wipe interval from a minimum of two cycles every the delay range, the wipers will operate in low-speed for second to a maximum of approximately 36 seconds two or three wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then between cycles at vehicles speeds below 10 mph...
Page 142: Mist Feature
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mist Feature Headlights With Wipers Push downward on the windshield wiper/washer con- (Available with Automatic Headlights Only) trol lever to activate a single wipe cycle to clear the When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on windshield of road mist or spray from a passing vehicle.
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. WARNING! With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down, as desired. Pull up on the Do not adjust the steering column while driving. lever to lock the column firmly in place.
Page 144: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- When engaged, Electronic Speed Control takes over the tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut accelerator operation at approximately either 30 mph down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated (40 km/h ) or 35 mph (56 km/h) depending on the model simultaneously.
Page 145: To Set A Desired Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 To Deactivate WARNING! A soft tap on the brake pedal, pulling the Electronic Speed Control lever toward CANCEL, or normal brake Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on or clutch pressure while slowing the vehicle will deacti- when not in use is dangerous.
Page 146: To Accelerate For Passing
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Tapping RESUME ACCEL once will result in a 2 mph Using Electronic Speed Control on Hills (3 km/h) speed increase. Each time the lever is tapped, NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains speed increases so that tapping the lever three times will speed up and down hills.
Page 147: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 WARNING! Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. An accident could be the result. Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.
Page 148: Programming Homelink
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming HomeLink WARNING! Before You Begin • Your motorized door or gate will open and close If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, while you are training the universal transceiver. erase all channels before you begin training.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • After training a HomeLink channel, if the garage Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while door does not operate with HomeLink and the ga- keeping the indicator light in view.
Page 150 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This can usually be found where the hanging antenna 6. Firmly press and release the LEARN or TRAINING wire is attached to the garage door opener motor. It is button. The name and color of the button may vary by NOT the button normally used to open and close the manufacturer.
Page 151: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Using HomeLink Gate Operator/Canadian Programming To operate, press and release the programmed Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig- HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans- trained device (i.e., garage door opener, gate operator, mission –...
Page 152: Security
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE successfully accepted the frequency signal. The indica- Troubleshooting Tips tor light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here are some of the most common solutions: trained.
Page 153: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: • The transmitter has been tested and it complies with FCC and IC rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com- pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the device.
Page 154: Express-Open Feature
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press and hold the button in the center of the sunroof The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also open switch to open the vent. The sunroof can be stopped at as the sunroof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed if any position between closed and full vent.
Page 155: Wind Buffeting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 Sunroof Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean • Do not allow small children to operate the sun- the glass panel. roof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening.
Page 156 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE This outlet will accept a cigar lighter unit, which is part of the optional Smokers Package. To preserve the heating element of the cigar lighter unit, do not hold the lighter in the heating position. As a child safety precaution, this power outlet is powered by the ignition switch, only when the switch is in the ON or ACC position.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 158: Storage
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE Push the upper button on the front of the armrest to raise the upper cover. Center Console/Armrest Storage Bin The center console provides a sliding armrest with two storage compartments under the lid. Upper Storage Button Sliding Armrest...
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Inside is an area to store a cellular phone and other Push the lower button on the front of the armrest, and miscellaneous items. raise the armrest for access to the lower storage bin. Upper Storage Bin Lower Storage Button...
Page 160: Storage Pockets
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The lower storage area can be used for storing up to six Storage Pockets compact discs (CDs) and other miscellaneous items. There are storage pockets located on each door trim panel. CONSOLE FEATURES The console has two front cupholders, a removable coin holder, 12 Volt power outlet and a front storage tray.
Page 161: Rear Shelf Panel - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 REAR SHELF PANEL — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! The Rear Shelf Panel attaches to guides in the rear cargo • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw area. The rear shelf panel may be installed in one of five different positions.
Page 162: Position 1 (Top)
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Position 1 (Top) WARNING! Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the top guides and slide forward. Press down on the back Do not load objects on the shelf in position 1 (top). In of the shelf panel to lock it into place.
Page 163: Position 3 (Floor)
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 WARNING! Do not load objects over 100 lbs (45 kg) in position 2 (middle). Failure to follow this warning could cause the shelf to collapse resulting in personal injury. Position 3 (Floor) Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the bottom guides and slide forward.
Page 164: Position 4 (Vertical)
164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Position 4 (Vertical) WARNING! Insert the front outboard corners of the shelf panel into the vertical guides behind the rear seatbacks near the When in the vertical position, the rear shelf panel floor and slide downward. Push the shelf panel forward should not be used as a barrier for large objects in the to lock it by aligning the vertical guide with the rubber cargo area with the seatbacks folded down.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Rear Shelf Leg Release Knob Rear Shelf Panel Position 5 3. Install the shelf leg into the liftgate latch area as WARNING! labeled on the rear scuff plate. Do not load objects over 100 lbs (45 kg) in position 5 (table).
Page 166: Rear Window Features
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rotate the switch upward to the “on” position will activate the rear wiper. Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear window wiper/washer control is located on the Rotate the switch upward to the “washer” position right side of the steering column.
Page 167: Rear Window Defroster
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Rear Window Defroster CAUTION! The rear window defroster button is located on the • Turn the rear wiper off when driving through an climate control panel. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors automatic car wash.
Page 168 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra- Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the the heating elements: window.
Page 169: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Trip Odometer (ODO) Instrument Panel Features ....172 ....190 Instrument Cluster —...
Page 170 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Compass Variance ▫ Operating Instructions - uconnect™ phone — ....194 If Equipped ......207 ▫...
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 ▫ PTY Button Scan ....210 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ..211 ▫...
Page 172: Instrument Panel Features
172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Vent 5 — Glove Compartment 9 — Storage Cubby 2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — Power Windows 10 — Lower Switch Bank 3 — Analog Clock 7 — Radio 11 —...
Page 173: Instrument Cluster - Base
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE...
Page 174: Instrument Cluster - Premium
174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM...
Page 175: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS CAUTION! 1. Fuel Gauge Driving with a hot engine cooling system could When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H” pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel pull over and stop the vehicle.
Page 176 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Shift Lever Indicator WARNING! The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the instrument cluster. It displays the gear position of the A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or automatic transmission. others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant.
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when operating properly.
Page 178 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: U.S. Federal regulations require that upon trans- CAUTION! fer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the pur- chaser the correct mileage that the vehicle has been The TPMS has been optimized for the original driven.
Page 179 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 Vehicle Odometer Messages gASCAP Message When the appropriate conditions exist, the following If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel messages will display in the odometer: filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, the words “gASCAP”...
Page 180 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 9. Cruise Indicator — If Equipped CAUTION! This indicator shows that the Electronic Speed Control system is ON. Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause damage to the engine control system. It also could NOTE: The word “SET”...
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 11. Odometer/Trip Odometer Reset Button If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting Press this button to change the display from odometer to Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. either of the two trip odometer settings. Trip A or Trip B 13.
Page 182 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has anti-lock brake system reservoir.
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System 16. Seat Belt Reminder Light (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the light will turn on for five to eight seconds as a bulb Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS check.
Page 184 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and 20. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, This indicator will illuminate when the front fog shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve- lights are on.
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 22. Oil Pressure Warning Light dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for light should turn on momentarily when the engine further information.
Page 186: Compass Mini-Trip Computer (Cmtc) - If Equipped
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 26. Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) or Electronic COMPASS MINI-TRIP COMPUTER (CMTC) — IF Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display — If EQUIPPED Equipped NOTE: The compass on your vehicle is self-calibrating, On vehicles equipped with Electronic Vehicle Informa- eliminating the need to manually calibrate the compass.
Page 187: Compass Mini-Trip Computer Reset Button
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 Compass Mini-Trip Computer Reset Button NOTE: Temperature and Average Fuel Economy can be changed from U.S. or Metric. by pressing and holding the CMTC Reset Button — Secondary Reset Button (left) secondary pushbutton. Press the left Compass/Temperature RESET button to scroll through sub-menus (i.e., Trip Functions: AVG Fuel Compass/Temperature Display Economy, DTE Elapsed Time, and Units (US or Metric).
Page 188 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Magnetic and battery powered devices, (such as To Set the Variance cell phones, iPod’s, radar detectors, PDA’s and laptops) Start the engine, and leave the transmission shift lever in should be kept away from the top of the instrument the PARK position.
Page 189: Odometer Display
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and 2. Press and hold (approximately 10 seconds) the the CAL indicator message will flash in the CMTC until Compass/Temperature RESET button until the current the calibration is complete. variance zone number is displayed.
Page 190: Trip Odometer (Odo)
190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL These messages can be manually turned off by pressing ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER the right reset button (on the instrument cluster). (EVIC) – IF EQUIPPED Trip Odometer (ODO) This display shows the distance traveled since the last reset.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the the following messages: instrument cluster. The EVIC consists of the following: •...
Page 192: Evic Functions
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Left/Right Rear Door Ajar (one or more, with a single • Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) chime, if speed is above 1 mph) • Personal Settings • Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime, if vehicle is in motion) •...
Page 193: Compass/Temperature/Audio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 displayed. To reset all resettable functions, press and history information will be erased, and the averaging will release the EVIC button a second time within three continue from where it was before the reset. seconds of resetting the currently-displayed function Distance To Empty (DTE) (Reset ALL will be displayed during this three-second Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with...
Page 194: Elapsed Time
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL FUEL text and a new DTE value will be displayed, based on the current values in the DTE calculation and the current fuel tank level. Elapsed Time Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC position.
Page 195: Tire Pressure Monitor (Tpm)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 2. Press and release the EVIC button several times until Personal Settings you have displayed the Personal Settings (Customer- (Customer-Programmable Features) Programmable Features) menu. This allows the driver to set and recall features when the shift lever is in PARK (automatic transmission) or the 3.
Page 196 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Uconnect™ language will not change using the (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button. A second press is EVIC. Please refer “Language Selection” required to unlock the remaining locked doors. When “Uconnect™ — If Equipped” for details. Remote Unlock All Doors is selected, all doors will unlock at the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK Lock Doors Automatically at 15 MPH (24 km/h)
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 without the Sound Horn On Lock feature activated. Press Turn Headlights on with Remote Key Unlock and hold the EVIC button when in this display until ON When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate or OFF appears, to make your selection.
Page 198: Automatic Compass Calibration
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Keep all magnetic objects, such as laptop computers, Automatic Compass Calibration The compass on your vehicle is self-calibrating, eliminat- iPod’s, cell phones and PDA’s (anything with a bat- ing the need to manually calibrate the compass. When tery) away from the compass sensor which is located the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and in the top of the instrument panel.
Page 199: Setting The Analog Clock
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 3. Press and release the EVIC button several times until SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK “Calibrate Compass (Yes)” is displayed. A EVIC button To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument press (longer than two seconds) will place the compass in panel, press and hold the button until the setting is calibration mode.
Page 200: Sales Code Ref - Am/Fm/Cd (Single-Disc)
200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE REF — AM/FM/CD (SINGLE-DISC) Operating Instructions - Radio Mode RADIO WITH OPTIONAL uconnect™ studios NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC (SATELLITE RADIO) AND uconnect™ phone position to operate the radio. CAPABILITY Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right...
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 MODE Button (Radio Mode) NOTE: In Hands-Free Phone (if equipped) mode, the Press the MODE button repeatedly to select between the MUTE button mutes the microphone. CD player and Satellite Radio (if equipped). SCAN Button (Radio Mode) SEEK Button (Radio Mode) Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next...
Page 202 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Clock Setting Procedure TUNE Control (Radio Mode) Turn the rotary TUNE control clockwise to increase or 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. 2. Adjust the hours by turning the TUNE/AUDIO con- AM/FM Button (Radio Mode) trol.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 Press the rotary TUNE control a fourth time and “BAL” selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- will display. Turn the TUNE control to the right or left to ton, the station will continue to play but will not be adjust the sound level from the right or left side speakers.
Page 204: Operating Instructions - Cd Mode
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio Operating Instructions - CD Mode OFF, the CD will automatically be pulled into the CD NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC player.
Page 205: Operating Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 SCAN Button (CD Mode) Press and hold the FF button to fast forward through the Press this button to play the first 10 seconds of each track. tracks. Release the FF button to stop the fast forward To stop the scan function, press the button a second time.
Page 206 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MP3 player, cassette player, or microphone and utilize second time and the sound from the speakers will return. the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play Rotating the volume control or turning the ignition through the vehicle speakers.
Page 207: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 RW/FF (Auxiliary Mode) Uconnect™ Multimedia (SATELLITE RADIO) — IF No function. EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast- RND/SET Button (Auxiliary Mode) ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to No function. coast.
Page 208: Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (Esn/Sid)
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification ESN/SID Access With RAQ Radios Number (ESN/SID) With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Num- the radio OFF, press the CD Eject and TIME buttons ber is needed to activate your Sirius Satellite Radio simultaneously for 3 seconds.
Page 209: Selecting A Channel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 Selecting Satellite Mode — RAQ Radio moving on to the next channel. The word SCAN will Press the MODE button repeatedly until the word SAT appear in the display between each channel change. Press appears in the display. the SCAN button a second time to stop the search.
Page 210: Pty Button Scan
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL PTY Button SCAN placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause When the desired program type is obtained, press the decreased performance. Larger luggage items should be SCAN button within five seconds. The radio will play placed as far forward as possible.
Page 211: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective precautions: coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding.
Page 212: Climate Controls
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS NOTE: The air conditioning system of your vehicle contains R-134a, a refrigerant that does not deplete the Climate Control Operation ozone layer in the upper atmosphere. The Climate Control system allows you to balance the temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating The controls are as follows: throughout the vehicle.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 Mode Control (Air Direction) NOTE: There is a difference in temperature between the The Mode control allows you to upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmer choose from several patterns of air air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved distribution.
Page 214 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Defrost Air Outlets Air is directed through the windshield and side The airflow from each of the instrument panel outlets can window demist outlets. Use this mode with maxi- be adjusted for direction and turned on or off to control mum fan and temperature settings for best windshield airflow.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems MAX A/C lower than expected, check the front of the A/C con- To quickly cool the vehicle interior denser (located in front of the radiator), for an accumu- follow the steps listed below: lation of dirt or insects.
Page 216 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Circulation Control NOTE: Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may Rotate this control to choose between make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may outside air intake or recirculation of occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended. the air inside the vehicle.
Page 217: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Operating Tips Operating Tips...
Page 218 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging NOTE: In cold weather, the use of the recirculate Vehicle side windows tend to fog on the inside in mild, position will cause windows to fog on the inside because rainy or humid weather. To clear the windows, use the of moisture buildup inside the vehicle.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Outside Air Intake Side Window Demisters When operating the system, make sure the air intake, A side window demister outlet is at each end of the directly in front of the windshield, is free of ice, slush, instrument panel.
Page 221 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Brake/Transmission Interlock System Starting Procedures ....224 ..227 ▫ Automatic Transaxle ▫ Four-Speed Automatic Transaxle .
Page 222 222 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions Driving Through Water ....234 ..250 ▫ Flowing/Rising Water ▫...
Page 223 STARTING AND OPERATING 223 Adding Fuel ......275 Trailer Towing ..... . . 279 ▫...
Page 224: Starting Procedures
224 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES NOTE: You must press the brake pedal before shifting Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both out of PARK. inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Normal Starting Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine does WARNING! not require pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.
Page 225: Extreme Cold Weather (Below 20°F Or 29°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 225 If The Engine Fails To Start WARNING! If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” procedure, it may be flooded. Push Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it started.
Page 226: After Starting
226 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE CAUTION! WARNING! To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK or 15 seconds before trying again.
Page 227: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 227 Key Ignition Park Interlock CAUTION! This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following prior to rotating the key to the LOCK position. The key precautions are not observed: •...
Page 228: Four-Speed Automatic Transaxle
228 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System The electronically-controlled transaxle provides a precise This system prevents the key from being removed unless shift schedule. The transaxle electronics are self- the shift lever is in PARK and the shift lever knob calibrating;...
Page 229: Gear Ranges
STARTING AND OPERATING 229 2. Turn the ignition to OFF then restart the engine. the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range. Always apply the parking brake first, and then move the 3. Move the shift lever into DRIVE and resume driving. shift lever into the PARK position.
Page 230 230 STARTING AND OPERATING The following indicators should be used to ensure that REVERSE you have engaged the shift lever into the PARK position: This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete •...
Page 231: Autostick - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 231 DRIVE/OVERDRIVE Use third gear when descending steep grades to prevent This range should be used for most city and highway brake system distress. driving. It provides smoothest upshifts and downshifts, LOW — 1st and best fuel economy. This range should be used for maximum engine braking When frequent transaxle shifting occurs while using the when descending steep grades.
Page 232: Operation
232 STARTING AND OPERATING Operation You can move the shift lever in or out of the AutoStick The AutoStick position is just below the OVERDRIVE mode at any time without taking your foot off the position and is identified by the word “AutoStick”. When accelerator pedal.
Page 233: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
STARTING AND OPERATING 233 • The transaxle will automatically upshift from first to • If the system detects powertrain overheating, the second gear and from second to third gear when transaxle will revert to the automatic shift mode and engine speed reaches about 6,300 RPM. remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off.
Page 234: Traction
234 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! 3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. become visible. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the 4.
Page 235: Flowing/Rising Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 235 Flowing/Rising Water CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water WARNING! before driving through it. Never drive through Do not drive on or across a road or path where water standing water that is deeper than the bottom of is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 236 236 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 237: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 237 POWER STEERING system. This noise should be considered normal, and it The standard power steering system will give you good does not in any way damage the steering system. vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability WARNING! in tight spaces.
Page 238: Parking Brake
238 STARTING AND OPERATING checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all pated.
Page 239 STARTING AND OPERATING 239 NOTE: • When the parking brake is applied and the transaxle is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle.
Page 240: Brake System
240 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or the parking brake. Always apply the parking injury.
Page 241: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 241 with the engine off), the brakes will still function. How- malfunction is caused by an internal leak, as the brake ever, the effort required to brake the vehicle will be much fluid in the master cylinder drops, the “Brake Warning greater than that required with the power system oper- Light”...
Page 242 242 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The capabilities of an ABS-equipped vehicle must • Pumping of the ABS will diminish their effective- never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous ness and may lead to an accident. Pumping makes manner that could jeopardize the user’s safety or the stopping distance longer.
Page 243 STARTING AND OPERATING 243 brakes. If the ABS light does not come on when the You also may experience the following when the brake ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the system goes into anti-lock: bulb repaired as soon as possible. •...
Page 244: Traction Control System - If Equipped
244 STARTING AND OPERATING All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and type and tires must be properly inflated to produce accurate signals for the computer. TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED The Traction Control System (TCS) will improve accel- eration and steering on slippery surfaces by reducing tire TCS OFF Switch spin.
Page 245: Tire Safety Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 245 • The system has been automatically deactivated to TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION prevent damage to the brake system due to overheated Tire Markings brake temperatures. NOTE: Extended heavy use of Traction Control may cause the system to deactivate and turn on the “TCS Indicator Light”...
Page 246 246 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” ing the size designation.
Page 247 STARTING AND OPERATING 247 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 = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 248 248 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
Page 249: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 249 Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 250: Tire Terminology And Definitions
250 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology and Definitions Term Definition Accessory Weight This means the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories are automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire.
Page 251 STARTING AND OPERATING 251 Term Definition Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated. The maxi- mum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall. Maximum Load Rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire.
Page 252: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
252 STARTING AND OPERATING Term Definition Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road. Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands, sometimes called wear bars, that show across the tread of a tire when only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread remains. The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 150 lbs (68 kg) Vehicle Capacity Weight plus the rated cargo load.
Page 253 STARTING AND OPERATING 253 Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires.
Page 254 254 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 XXX kg”...
Page 255 STARTING AND OPERATING 255 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities calculated in Step 4.
Page 256 256 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 257: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 257 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 accidents. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 258 258 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Inflation Pressures WARNING! (Continued) The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- driver’s side “B” Pillar. hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to Some vehicles may have Supplemental Tire Pressure the right or left.
Page 259 STARTING AND OPERATING 259 Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the Winter.
Page 260 260 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures for High-Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 261 STARTING AND OPERATING 261 WARNING! CAUTION! Temporary-use spare tires are for emergency use Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take only. With these tires, do not drive more than 50 mph your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the (80 km/h).
Page 262 262 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for more than 30 seconds continuously when you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the...
Page 263 STARTING AND OPERATING 263 Life Of Tire Replacement Tires The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many factors including, but not limited to: characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure.
Page 264: Tire Chains
264 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 265: Snow Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 265 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at used.
Page 266: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
266 STARTING AND OPERATING The suggested rotation method is shown in the following The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about diagram. 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C). This means that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will decrease.
Page 267 STARTING AND OPERATING 267 TPMS will continue to warn you of low tire pressure as Telltale Light. Driving the vehicle may cause the tire long as the condition exists, and will not turn off until the pressure to rise to approximately 28 psi (193 kPa), but the tire pressure is at or above the recommended cold TPMS Telltale Light will still be ON.
Page 268: Base System
268 STARTING AND OPERATING • TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, CAUTION! and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure using an accurate tire pressure gauge, After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- even if under-inflation has not reached the level to ways reinstall the valve stem cap.
Page 269 STARTING AND OPERATING 269 The TPMS consists of the following components: Check TPMS Warning The TPMS Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 sec- • Receiver Module onds and then remain on solid when a system fault is •...
Page 270 270 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and 1. The compact spare tire (if equipped) does not have a reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, TPMS Sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the the TPMS will update automatically and the TPMS pressure in the compact spare tire.
Page 271: Fuel Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 271 The tire pressure sensors are regulated under one of the Reformulated Gasoline following licenses: Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline”. United States ..... KR5S120123 Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates, and are spe- Canada .
Page 272 272 STARTING AND OPERATING • OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light” on CAUTION! • poor engine performance DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or E85 • poor cold start and cold drivability Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and drivability problems and may damage critical •...
Page 273 STARTING AND OPERATING 273 MMT In Gasoline Materials Added to Fuel MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is All gasoline sold in the United States is required to blended into some gasoline to increase the octane num- contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional ber.
Page 274 274 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • An out-of-tune engine, or certain fuel or ignition WARNING! malfunctions, can cause the catalytic converter to Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune monoxide poisoning:...
Page 275: Adding Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) WARNING! (Continued) The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the passen- • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper ger’s side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, maintenance.
Page 276 276 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • A poorly fitting gas cap could let impurities into • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is the fuel system. in violation of most state and federal fire regula- •...
Page 277: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 277 • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel VEHICLE LOADING tank is full. As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message affixed to the driver’s side door or B-Pillar.
Page 278 278 STARTING AND OPERATING The bar code allows a computer scanner to read the Curb Weight Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
Page 279: Trailer Towing
STARTING AND OPERATING 279 Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and TRAILER TOWING shorten useful service life. Heavier suspension compo- In this section you will find safety tips and information nents do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s GVWR. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
Page 280 280 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) WARNING! The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem- It is important that you do not exceed the maximum porary) loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and front or rear GAWR.
Page 281 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 that typically provides adjustable friction associated with towing safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer control also dampens sway caused by traffic and cross- swaying motions while traveling. winds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability.
Page 282 282 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification TRAILER HITCH CLASSIFICATIONS Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of Max. GTW Class trailers weighing over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) with the optional (Gross Trailer Wt.) Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your authorized dealer Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) service center for package content.
Page 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Trailer Towing Weights Engine/Transaxle Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt. 2.4L/Automatic 20 sq ft (1.9 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 110 lbs (50 kg)
Page 284 284 STARTING AND OPERATING • The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment Never exceed the maximum trailer tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch. put in or on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers. NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle.
Page 285 STARTING AND OPERATING 285 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) • Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer • Do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (805 km) and will not shift during travel. When trailering of vehicle operation. Doing so may damage your cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts vehicle.
Page 286 286 STARTING AND OPERATING • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. Towing Requirements – Tires When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow • Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact vehicle.
Page 287 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher CAUTION! load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limits. If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) loaded, it should have its own brakes and they Towing Requirements –...
Page 288 288 STARTING AND OPERATING The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle WARNING! (Continued) but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. • Towing any trailer will increase your stopping Refer to the following four-pin connector and seven-pin distance.
Page 289: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 289 Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transaxle The OVERDRIVE/DRIVE gear range can be selected when towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, third gear should be selected.
Page 290: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
290 STARTING AND OPERATING • Highway Driving NOTE: Check the automatic transaxle fluid level before towing. Reduce speed. • Air Conditioning Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped Turn off temporarily. • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. RECREATIONAL TOWING •...
Page 291 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flashers ....292 Jump-Starting ..... . . 300 ▫...
Page 292: Hazard Warning Flashers
292 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel, below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 293 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 293 • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum CAUTION! heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a Driving with a hot cooling system could damage supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat your vehicle.
Page 294: Jacking And Tire Changing
294 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location The jack and jack-handle are stowed behind the right rear WARNING! side trim panel in the cargo area. • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed.
Page 295: Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 295 Spare Tire Stowage Spare Tire Removal The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear of the Lift up the cover and fit the jack-handle over the drive vehicle by means of a hook/basket mechanism. To re- nut.
Page 296: Preparations For Jacking
296 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or position. For example, if changing the slippery areas.
Page 297 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 297 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely the edge of the roadway as possible before raising careful of motor traffic.
Page 298 298 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: If equipped with a center cap that covers the 2. There are two jacking locations on each side of the wheel nuts, pry off the cap using the small end of the lug body, one at the front of the vehicle and one in the rear on wrench.
Page 299 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 299 WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 4. Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel and wheel covers where applicable off the hub.
Page 300: Jump-Starting
300 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The wheel cover is held on the wheel by the WARNING! wheel nuts. When reinstalling original wheel, properly align the wheel cover to the valve stem, place the wheel A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or cover onto the wheel, then install the wheel nuts.
Page 301: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 301 NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack Preparations for Jump-Start follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and The battery in your vehicle is located in the engine precautions. compartment just behind the left front headlight assem- bly.
Page 302: Jump-Starting Procedure
302 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using a another vehicle to jump-start the battery, WARNING! park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
Page 303 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 303 CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark or the discharged vehicle.
Page 304: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
304 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Con- 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable trol, turn the system OFF before attempting to “rock”...
Page 305: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 305 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE WARNING! Towing With The Key-In-Ignition Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- Four-Speed Automatic Transaxle ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi- age or failure.
Page 306: Towing Without The Key-In-Ignition
306 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES All Transaxles Towing Without The Key-In-Ignition Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed CAUTION! with the ignition in the LOCK position. A dolly should be used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised. If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent dam- ignition switch must be in the ACC position, not in...
Page 307 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... . 309 ....316 ▫...
Page 308 308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Brake System ▫ Front Fog Lamps – If Equipped ..... . 329 ..345 ▫...
Page 309: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 7 — Battery 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Automatic Transaxle Dipstick 3 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 9 — Engine Oil Dipstick 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 —...
Page 310: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II installed, or damaged. A “gASCAP” message will be Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard displayed in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas cap diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors until a clicking sound is heard.
Page 311 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when 4. As soon as you turn the ignition switch to the ON the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part of ready for testing.
Page 312: Replacement Parts
312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE you may need to do nothing more than drive your DEALER SERVICE vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- system to update. A recheck with the above test routine nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Page 313: Maintenance Procedures
Immediately have potential malfunctions Checking Oil Level examined by an authorized Chrysler Group LLC To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must dealership or qualified repair center. be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
Page 314 314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The best time to check the engine oil level is about five Change Engine Oil minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not Road conditions and your kind of driving affects the check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat interval at which your oil should be changed.
Page 315 • If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet fuel. the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. NOTE: If ANY of these apply to you, then change your American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil...
Page 316: Engine Oil Filter
316 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) – 2.4L Engine Materials Added to Engine Oils SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to starting and vehicle fuel economy.
Page 317: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 317 Engine Oil Filter Selection WARNING! This engine has a full-flow type disposable oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality of The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection replacement filters varies considerably. Only high-quality in the case of engine backfire.
Page 318: Maintenance-Free Battery
318 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. • Battery posts, terminals and related accessories You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands tenance required.
Page 319: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 319 CAUTION! (Continued) CAUTION! • If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables system as the chemicals can damage your air condi- before connecting the charger to battery.
Page 320: Body Lubrication
320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Lubrication WARNING! (Continued) Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as...
Page 321: Windshield Wiper Blades
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 321 amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR Adding Washer Fluid Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the The washer fluid reservoir is located in the rear of the lock cylinder. engine compartment on the passenger side and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals.
Page 322 322 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system, The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel or if exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle, or only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged;...
Page 323: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 323 NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: systems can result in civil penalties being assessed • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition against you. when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in motion.
Page 324 324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub- WARNING! (Continued) ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection • You or others can be badly burned by hot engine at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 325 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325 Adding Coolant CAUTION! Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) that allows extended maintenance intervals. This engine coolant (antifreeze) can be used up specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may to five years or 102,000 miles (170 000 km) before result in engine damage and may decrease corro- replacement.
Page 326 326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. (antifreeze) solution.
Page 327 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327 Disposal of Used Engine Coolant engine idling, and warm to normal operating tempera- Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is ture, the level of the engine coolant (antifreeze) in the a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check bottle should be between the ranges indicated on the with your local authorities to determine the disposal bottle.
Page 328 328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE coming from the front of the engine compartment. This is does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling normally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high system should be pressure tested for leaks. humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor- •...
Page 329: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 329 Brake System WARNING! Fluid Level Check – Brake Master Cylinder • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine whenever the vehicle is serviced, or immediately if the Parts”...
Page 330: Automatic Transaxle
330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami- moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 331 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 2. Run the engine at curb idle speed for a minimum of 7. Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated. Then, 60 seconds. remove dipstick and note the reading. 3. Apply the parking brake fully. a.
Page 332 332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid and Filter Changes CAUTION! Automatic transmission fluid and filter should be • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- changed as follows: facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- Maintenance Schedule A — No change necessary. ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque Maintenance Schedule B —...
Page 333: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks. In road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme addition, avoid using transmission sealers as they may hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will adversely affect seals.
Page 334 334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. CAUTION! Washing • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or equiva- scratch metal and painted surfaces.
Page 335 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 • If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or Wheel And Wheel Trim Care similar cause, which destroys the paint and protective All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos- chrome-plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a sible.
Page 336 336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If Interior Care Equipped Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabric Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- upholstery and carpeting. ner: Interior trim should be cleaned starting with a damp •...
Page 337 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular Cleaning Headlights cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Page 338 338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be not use scrapers or other sharp instruments that may used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive scratch the elements.
Page 339: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 FUSES Car- Cav- Mini- tridge Description Integrated Power Module (IPM) Fuse Fuse The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine EMPTY compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center 20 Amp AWD ECU Feed — contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses.
Page 340 340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Car- Car- Cav- Mini- Cav- Mini- tridge Description tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Power Seats 10 Amp IOD Feed CVT Mod/ Green Mod_Wcm 20 Amp CCN Feed, Power Locks 40 Amp ASD Relay Contact Feed Yellow Green 15 Amp...
Page 341 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 Car- Car- Cav- Mini- Cav- Mini- tridge Description tridge Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Heated Mirror 10 Amp ABS MOD/J1962 Conn/ 15 Amp ENG ASD Relay Feed 2 30 Amp ABS Valve Feed Lt. Blue Pink 10 Amp IGN RUN Only ORC...
Page 342: Vehicle Storage
342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Disengage the mini-fuse in the Power Distribution CAUTION! Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw). • When installing the Integrated Power Module cover, • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. it is important to ensure the cover is properly posi- tioned and fully latched.
Page 343: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 BULB REPLACEMENT LIGHTS BULBS – Exterior Bulb No. Low Beam Headlamp ....9006XS Headlamps High Beam Headlamp ....9005XS Front Park/Turn Signal/ CAUTION! Side Marker Lamp .
Page 344: Front Parking, Turn Signal, And Side Marker Lamps
344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Disconnect the electrical connector(s). Front Parking, Turn Signal, and Side Marker Lamps 1. Remove the headlamp access cover splash shield, located in the front wheel well opening. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector. 3. Rotate the socket to the left one-quarter turn, and replace the bulb.
Page 345: Front Fog Lamps - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 3. Rotate the socket to the left one-quarter turn, and replace the bulb. Front Fog Lamps – If Equipped 1. Remove the fasteners attaching the lower splash shield to gain access to the fog lamp. 2. Twist and remove the bulb from the fog lamp housing. 3.
Page 346: Backup Lamps
346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Backup Lamps 2. Fully compress the clip to get the lamp to come out completely. 1. To remove the backup lamp, you must take a fiber stick and slide it along the inboard side of the lamp and 3.
Page 347: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 15 Gallons 56.7 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 5 Quarts 4.7 Liters Cooling System * 2.4L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 5 6.5 Quarts 6.2 Liters Year/100,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) * Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Page 348: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. Engine Oil Filter MOPAR Engine Oil Filter or equivalent.
Page 349: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transaxle MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product. Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or equivalent. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Page 351 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ At Each Oil Change Emissions Control System Maintenance ..352 ....354 ▫ Maintenance Schedule B Maintenance Schedules .
Page 352: Emissions Control System Maintenance
352 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type There are three maintenance schedules that show re- must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure quired service for your vehicle. the continued proper functioning of the emissions control First is “Maintenance Schedule B.”...
Page 353: At Each Stop For Fuel
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 353 • Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser- Second is “Maintenance Schedule A.” It is for vehicles vice).† that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under “Maintenance Schedule B.” • Off-road or desert operation. Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi- •...
Page 354: At Each Oil Change
354 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if At Each Oil Change required. • Change the engine oil filter. Once a Month • Inspect the exhaust system. • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or •...
Page 355 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 355 • If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol) fuel. Change the automatic transaxle fluid and filter every 60,000 miles (100 000 km) if the vehicle is usually NOTE: operated under one or more of the conditions marked •...
Page 356 356 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000 18,000 (Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (15 000) (20 000) (25 000) (30 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace as necessary.
Page 357 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 357 Miles 21,000 24,000 27,000 30,000 33,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (35 000) (40 000) (45 000) (50 000) (55 000) (60 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 358 358 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 39,000 42,000 45,000 48,000 51,000 54,000 (Kilometers) (65 000) (70 000) (75 000) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Change the brake fluid.
Page 359 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 359 Miles 57,000 60,000 63,000 66,000 69,000 72,000 (Kilometers) (95 000) (100 000) (105 000) (110 000) (115 000) (120 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 360 360 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000 (Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 361 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 361 Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000 (Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not re- placed at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Change the brake fluid if your vehicle is used for trailer towing.
Page 362 362 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000 (Kilometers) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not replaced at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 363 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 363 Miles 123,000 126,000 129,000 132,000 135,000 (Kilometers) (205 000) (210 000) (215 000) (220 000) (225 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not re- placed at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, and replace as necessary.*...
Page 364 364 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 138,000 141,000 144,000 147,000 150,000 (Kilometers) (230 000) (235 000) (240 000) (245 000) (250 000) Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not re- placed at three months. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 365: Maintenance Schedule A
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 365 Maintenance Schedule A Miles 6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 (Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000) (60 000) [Months] [12] [18] [24] [30] [36] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings.
Page 366 366 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 (Kilometers) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000) [Months] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 367 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 367 Miles 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000 (Kilometers) (120 000) (130 (140 (150 (160 000) (170 000) 000) 000) 000) [Months] [72] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Inspect the brake linings. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 368 368 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000 126,000 132,000 138,000 (Kilometers) (180 (190 (200 (210 (220 (230 000) 000) 000) 000) 000) 000) [Months] [108] [114] [120] [126] [132] [138] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Page 369 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 369 Miles 144,000 150,000 (Kilometers) (240 000) (250 000) [Months] [144] [150] Change engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes. Replace the spark plugs. Adjust the generator belt tension. Replace the air cleaner filter.* * This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer WARNING!
Page 371: If You Need Consumer Assistance
....373 Reporting Safety Defects ....376 ▫ Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center ▫ In The 50 United States And Washington, ..374 D.C.
Page 372 372 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire ....379 Quality Grades ......378 ▫...
Page 373: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 373 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...
Page 374: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
• Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center solved with this process. P.O. Box 21–8004 • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004...
Page 375: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 375 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date.
Page 376: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and DVD, for the terms and provisions of Chrysler Group training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle.
Page 377: In Canada
Customer Service Department imme- need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, diately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group defect to the Canadian government should write to: LLC vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the...
Page 378: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire
378 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE vehicle, system, and/or components is written in acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams, hicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency and charts. and maintenance procedures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety tips.
Page 379: Traction Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 379 in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on Traction Grades your vehicle. The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions requirements in addition to these grades.
Page 380: Temperature Grades
380 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 381 INDEX...
Page 382 382 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ....241 Alarm System (Security Alarm) ....18 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .
Page 383 INDEX 383 Reset Mode ......228 Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..71 Special Additives .
Page 384 384 INDEX Chart, Tire Sizing ......247 Compass Calibration ....189,194,198 Check Engine Light Compass Variance .
Page 385 INDEX 385 Cupholders ......160 Driving Customer Assistance ..... 373 On Slippery Surfaces .
Page 386 386 INDEX Coolant (Antifreeze) ....324 Filler Location Fuel ....175,275 Cooling .
Page 387 INDEX 387 Fog Lights ......136,184 Requirements ......271 Folding Front Passenger Seat .
Page 388 388 INDEX Gross Axle Weight Rating ....280 Hitches Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ... . . 278,279 Trailer Towing .
Page 389 INDEX 389 Introduction ......4 Lead Free Gasoline ..... . 271 Leaks, Fluid .
Page 390 390 INDEX Headlight Switch ..... . 134 Voltage ......181 Headlights On With Wipers .
Page 391 INDEX 391 Maintenance Schedule New Vehicle Break-In Period ....71 Schedule “A”-Non Turbo ....365 Schedule “B”...
Page 392 392 INDEX Oil Filter, Selection ..... . . 317 Power Onboard Diagnostic System ....310 Door Locks .
Page 393 INDEX 393 Radio (Sound Systems) ....200 Reporting Safety Defects ....376 Rear Liftgate (Sedan) .
Page 394 394 INDEX And Pregnant Women ....45 Tumbling Rear (Sedan) ....126 Child Restraint .
Page 395 INDEX 395 Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....264 Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ..45 Snow Tires ......265 Synthetic Engine Oil .
Page 396 396 INDEX General Information ....257 Towing ....... 279 High Speed .
Page 397 INDEX 397 Additives ......332 uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) ....84 Automatic .
Page 398 398 INDEX Warning Lights Window Fogging ......218 (Instrument Cluster Description) ... . . 175 Windows .

Chrysler Cruiser PT 2010 Owner's Manual

Introduction 1

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

Quick Links

INTRODUCTION

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