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 your workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all satisfaction.
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Page 6: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners 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 Owners 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 ▫ General Information ....17 A Word About Your Keys ....12 ▫...
Page 10 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Using The Panic Alarm ....23 Windows ......34 ▫...
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System ▫ Child Restraint ..... . . 70 (BeltAlert ) .
Page 12: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and a Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) with integral ignition switch.
Page 13: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key Fob The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
Page 14: Tip Start Feature
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power Tip Start Feature Do not press the accelerator. Use the Key Fob to briefly window switches, radio, power sunroof (if equipped), turn the ignition switch to the START position and and ignition-powered power outlets will remain active release it as soon as the starter engages.
Page 15: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked CAUTION! or unlocked. An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always The system uses Key Fob with factory-mated Remote remove the key from the ignition and lock all doors Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and Wireless Ignition when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Page 16: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal CAUTION! vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec- onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. Always remove the Key Fobs from the vehicle and Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Page 17: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Customer Key Programming and/or turn signals and flash the Vehicle Security Light Programming of Key Fobs may be performed at an in the instrument cluster. authorized dealer. Rearming of the System General Information If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken to The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules Part 15 disarm it, the system will turn off the horn after three...
Page 18: To Disarm The System
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Close all doors. The Vehicle Security Light in the The Security Alarm system is designed to protect your instrument cluster will flash to signal that the system is vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the arming.
Page 19: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Settings (Customer Programmable Features),” under NOTE: Inserting the Key Fob into the ignition switch “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in Sec- disables all buttons on that RKE transmitter; however, the tion 4. buttons on the remaining RKE transmitters will continue to work.
Page 20: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the To Unlock the Doors and Liftgate Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE following steps: transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice 1.
Page 21 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- 1. Press and hold the UNLOCK button on a programmed ter while you are inside the vehicle will activate the RKE transmitter for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than Security Alarm.
Page 22: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, refer to “Sound Illuminated Approach — If Equipped This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds Horn with Lock,” under “Personal Settings when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter. (Customer-Programmable Features),”...
Page 23: Using The Panic Alarm
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 NOTE: Pressing the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- NOTE: • The interior lights will turn off if you turn the ignition ter while you are in the vehicle will activate the Security Alarm.
Page 24: Programming Additional Transmitters
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Programming Additional Transmitters If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter, contact your authorized dealer for details. Transmitter Battery Service The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery. NOTE: • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Battery Replacement •...
Page 25: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 3. Reposition the access door panel over the battery If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal opening and snap into place. distance, check for these two conditions: General Information 1.
Page 26: How To Use Remote Start
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Use Remote Start WARNING! All of the following conditions must be met before the • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or engine will remote start: confined area.
Page 27 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 NOTE: To Exit Remote Start Mode and Drive the Vehicle • The park lamps will turn on and remain on during Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release Remote Start mode. the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if •...
Page 28: Door Locks
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks To lock each door, push the door lock plunger on each door trim panel downward. To unlock the front doors, pull the inside door handle to the first detent. To unlock the rear doors, pull the door lock plunger on the door trim panel upward.
Page 29: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 Power Door Locks WARNING! A power door lock switch is on each front door trim • For personal security and safety in the event of an panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate.
Page 30 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To prevent you from locking your Key Fob in the vehicle, Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped the power door lock switch will not operate when the The auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by Key Fob is in the ignition and either front door is open.
Page 31: Child Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit Programming 4. Within 30 seconds, depress the power door unlock The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be switch to unlock the doors. enabled or disabled as follows: 5.
Page 32 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Engage the Child Protection Door Lock System 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door. 1. Open the rear door. NOTE: When the Child Protection Door Lock system is engaged, the door can be opened only by using the 2.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 NOTE: • After engaging the Child Protection Door Lock sys- tem, always test the door from the inside to make certain it is in the desired position. • For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock plunger up to the UNLOCK position, roll down the window, and open the door with the outside door handle.
Page 34: Windows
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS There are single window controls on each passenger door trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows. Power Windows The window controls will operate when the ignition The window controls on the driver’s door trim panel switch is in the ON or ACC position.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Auto-Up Feature with Anti-Pinch Protection — If WARNING! Equipped On some models, the driver’s and front passenger’s Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the power window switch has an Auto-up feature. Pull the ignition switch.
Page 36 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger position). To enable the window controls, press and the auto-reverse function unexpectedly during auto- release the window lockout button again (setting it in the closure.
Page 37: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 Reset open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- It may be necessary at some point in time to reactivate the rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with Auto-up/Auto-down feature.
Page 38: Occupant Restraints
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To open the unlocked liftgate, squeeze the handle and WARNING! pull the liftgate toward you. Gas props will raise and • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison- support the liftgate in the open position. ous exhaust gases into your vehicle.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 • Supplemental Rear Impact Active Head Restraints If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized (AHR) located on top of the front seats (integrated into seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether the head restraint) for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems.
Page 40: Lap/Shoulder Belts
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the WARNING! inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled Lap/Shoulder Belts up.
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, your injuries in a collision much worse. You might inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 42 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The seat belt latch plate is along side the pillar near the 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is very danger- • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will ous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the not protect you properly.
Page 44 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of a bit on the shoulder belt.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 WARNING! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Page 46: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In the rear seat, move toward the center of the seat to Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode — If position the belt away from your neck. Equipped In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure locked.
Page 47: Seat Belt Pretensioners - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is belt placement by the occupant.
Page 48 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How the Active Head Restraints (AHR) work The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines whether the severity or type of rear impact require the Active Head Restraints (AHR) to deploy. In case of AHR deployment both driver and passenger seat AHR’s will be deployed.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 1. Grasp the deployed AHR from the rear seat. CAUTION! All occupants, including the driver, should not oper- ate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident.
Page 50 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. Down Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism Down And Rearward Reset Movement...
Page 51: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock NOTE: • If you have difficulties or problems resetting the head into the back decorative plastic half. restraints, see an authorized dealer. •...
Page 52 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE BeltAlert will be reactivated if the driver’s seat belt is 3. Unbuckle the driver’s seat belt, allow the seat belt to unbuckled for more than 10 seconds and the vehicle retract, and then re-buckle the driver’s seat belt at least speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h).
Page 53: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Seat Belts and Pregnant Women dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender. This We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts extender should be used only if the existing belt is not throughout their pregnancy.
Page 54: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbags
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbags This vehicle has airbags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s front airbag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 • Front Passenger Airbag The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of • Supplemental Rear Impact Active Head Restraint for inflation based on the severity and type of collision. Driver and Front Passenger This vehicle may also be equipped with Supplemental •...
Page 56: Advanced Front Airbag Features
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Airbag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Airbag system has multistage driver • Do not put anything on or around the airbag and front passenger airbags. This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as covers or attempt to open them manually.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Supplemental Seat Side Airbags — If Equipped Supplemental seat side airbags provide enhanced protec- tion and work together with supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) to help protect an occupant during a side impact. The supplemental seat side airbag is marked with an airbag label sewn into the outboard side of the seat.
Page 58 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) — If Equipped SABIC airbags offer side-impact and vehicle rollover protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure. Each airbag features inflated chambers placed adjacent to the head of each outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side-impact head injuries.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 The system includes sensors adjacent to both front and Knee Impact Bolsters rear seat occupants that are calibrated to deploy the The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the SABIC airbags during impacts that require airbag occu- driver and the front passenger, and position everyone for pant protection.
Page 60 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE You should read the instructions provided with your WARNING! child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. Infants in rear-facing child restraints should NEVER All occupants should ALWAYS wear their lap and shoul- ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger der belts properly.
Page 61: Airbag Deployment Sensors And Controls
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Airbag Deployment Sensors and Controls WARNING! Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more The ORC is part of a Federally regulated safety system severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work required for this vehicle.
Page 62 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Advanced Front Airbags will not deploy in all frontal The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of collisions, including some that may produce substantial the system whenever the ignition switch is in the START vehicle damage —...
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instru- the Advanced Front Airbags. Different airbag inflation ment cluster Airbag Warning Light if a malfunction is rates are possible, based on the collision type and sever- noted.
Page 64 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC determines if a side collision requires the side Supplemental Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain airbags to inflate based on the severity and type of (SABIC) Inflator Units — If Equipped collision. During collisions where the impact is confined to a particular area of the side of the vehicle, the ORC may The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 • Cut off fuel to the engine. Because airbag sensors estimate deceleration over time, vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of • Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or whether or not an airbag should have deployed.
Page 66 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation or all of the following may occur: continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in- •...
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 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 68: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 2. Under certain circumstances, EDR data may not be accessing the electronic data stored, unless ordered to recorded (e.g., loss of battery power). download data by a court with legal jurisdiction (i.e., pursuant to a warrant).
Page 70: Child Restraint
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 There are different sizes and types of restraints for infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing children from newborn size to the child almost large by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are enough for an adult safety belt.
Page 72 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE than one year. These child seats are also held in the Integrated Child Booster Seat — If Equipped vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH child The Integrated Child Booster Seat is located in each restraint anchorage system.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 2. Pull the release loop forward to release the latch and seat cushion. Booster Seat 4. Place the child upright in the seat with their back firmly against the seatback. Release Loop 3.
Page 74 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary 8. To remove the slack from the lap belt, pull upward on to allow the seat belt to go around the child’s lap. the shoulder portion of the seat belt.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug WARNING! as possible. • Improper installation can lead to failure of an • Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or infant or child restraint.
Page 76 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Standards. We also recommend that you make sure LATCH — Child Seat Anchor System (Lower that you can install the child restraint in the vehicle Anchors and Tether for CHildren) where you will use it before you buy it. Your vehicle’s second row passenger seats are equipped with the child restraint anchor system called LATCH.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 kits or retrofit kits. You are urged to take advantage of all the available attachments provided with your child re- straint in any vehicle. All three second-row passenger seating positions have lower anchors that are capable of accommodating LATCH-compatible child seats.
Page 78 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System We urge you to follow the manufacturer’s directions carefully when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here. Again, carefully follow the installation instructions that are provided with the child restraint system.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 hook for attachment to the tether strap anchor and a NOTE: • Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the means of adjusting the tension of the strap. opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in You will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and the strap.
Page 80 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE then allow the belt to retract into the retractor. For WARNING! additional information on ALR, refer to “Automatic Locking Mode” in this section. Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or To install a child restraint, first, pull enough of the seat child restraint.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 • If necessary, move the seat forward to provide better To attach a child restraint tether strap: access to the tether anchor. • Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat, preferably between the head restraint posts underneath the head restraint.
Page 82: Engine Break-In Recommendations
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in A long break-in period is not required for the engine in the strap.
Page 83: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 A new engine may consume some oil during its first few WARNING! (Continued) thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your considered a normal part of the break-in and not inter- vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat preted as an indication of difficulty.
Page 84: Exhaust Gas
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the blower switch WARNING! on the climate control is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Page 85: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the Defroster Vehicle Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to Seat Belts feel the air directed against the windshield. See your Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for authorized dealer for service if your defroster is cuts, frays, and loose parts.
Page 86 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Door Latches Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and corrected immediately.
Page 87: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......92 uconnect™ phone — If Equipped ... 96 ▫...
Page 88 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Power Seat — If Equipped ....101 ▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ..119 ▫...
Page 89 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 ▫ Battery Saver Feature ....124 ▫ To Deactivate ..... . . 132 ▫...
Page 90 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Power Sunroof Switch — If Equipped ..136 ▫ Closing Sunroof — Manually ... . 144 ▫ Closing Sunroof — Express ... . . 145 Garage Door Opener —...
Page 91 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 Storage ......155 Chill Zone Beverage Cooler Storage Compartment .
Page 92: Mirrors
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 93: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped CAUTION! This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror.
Page 94: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature - If Equipped
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors WARNING! The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel. Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger side convex mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 95: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Models without Express Window Feature Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped Press the mirror select button marked L (left) or R (right) An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use and then press one of the four arrow buttons to move the the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the mirror in the direction the arrow is pointing.
Page 96: Uconnect™ Phone - If Equipped
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sun Visor “Slide-On Rod” Feature — If Equipped SEATS This feature allows for additional flexibility in position- Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System ing the visor to block out the sun. of the vehicle.
Page 97: Manual Front Seat Adjustments
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Manual Front Seat Adjustments WARNING! The manual seat adjustment bar is at the front of the seat, near the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is forward or rearward.
Page 98: Recliner Adjustment
98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Recliner Adjustment WARNING! The control lever is on the outboard side of the seat. To • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is recline the seat, lean forward slightly, lift the lever, lean back to the desired position and release the lever.
Page 99: Lumbar Support - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Lumbar Support — If Equipped Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment — If Equipped The control lever is on the outboard side of the seatback. The control lever is located on the outboard side of the Turn the control lever downward to increase the lumbar seat.
Page 100: Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat - If Equipped
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat — If Equipped Pull upward on the lever to fold or unfold the seat. This feature allows for extended cargo space. When the seat is folded flat, it is an extension of the load floor surface (allowing long cargo to fit from the rear hatch up to the instrument panel).
Page 101: Power Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked. Power Seat — If Equipped The power seat switch is on the outboard side of the seat near the floor.
Page 102: Adjusting Active Head Restraints
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjusting Active Head Restraints WARNING! Active Head Restraints can reduce the risk of injury in the event of a rear impact. The Active Head Restraint Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is should be adjusted so the top of the head restraint is dangerous.
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted restraint (on some models, you may need to press the forward and backward. To tilt the head restraint closer to push button).
Page 104 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- straint, refer to “Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” under “Occupant Restraints” in Section 2. WARNING! • Driving a vehicle with the head restraints removed or improperly adjusted could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
Page 105: Second Row Passenger Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Second Row Passenger Seats Heated Seats — If Equipped The driver and front passenger seats are heated. The These head restraints non-adjustable heaters provide the same heat level for both cushion and non-removable. seatback.
Page 106: 60/40 Split Second-Row Passenger Seats
106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE indicator light off after an additional 30 minutes of WARNING! (Continued) continuous operation. If Low-level heating is selected, • Do not place anything on the seat that insulates the system automatically turns the heater and the indi- against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 To Fold the Seat WARNING! 1. Locate the control lever on the lower outboard side of • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, the seat. inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri- ously injured or killed.
Page 108 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place one hand on the seatback and apply a gentle To Unfold the Seat pressure. Raise the seatback and lock it in place. 3. Lift the control lever with the other hand, allow the WARNING! seatback to move forward slightly, and then release the lever.
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Forward and Rearward Adjustment WARNING! The control lever is on the outboard side of the seat. Lift the lever to move the seat forward or rearward. Release Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is the lever once the seat is in the position desired.
Page 110 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Recliner Adjustment WARNING! The control lever is on the outboard side of the seat. To • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is recline the seat, lean back, lift the lever, position the seatback as desired, and then release the lever.
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 WARNING! Keep the latch clean and free of objects and be certain that the seatback is locked securely into position. Otherwise, the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Page 112 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Move the control lever on the upper outboard side of the seatback forward, and in one fluid motion, the seat cushion flips upward and the seat moves forward on its tracks. Tip n Slide Seat™ NOTE: A hand-grip is molded into the front of each quarter trim panel near the door opening to assist entry and exit from the third-row passenger seats.
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 To Unfold and Move the Second-Row Passenger Seat Rearward 1. Move the seatback rearward until it locks in place and then continue sliding the seat rearward on its tracks until it locks in place. 2.
Page 114: 50/50 Split Third-Row Passenger Seats With Fold-Flat Feature - Seven Passenger Models
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 50/50 Split Third-Row Passenger Seats with Fold-Flat Feature — Seven Passenger Models To provide additional storage area, each third-row pas- senger seat can be folded flat. This allows for extended cargo space and still maintains some rear seating room if needed.
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is locked securely into position. Otherwise, the seat will not provide the proper stability for passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury. • Do not allow a passenger to sit in a third row seat without having the head restraint unfolded and locked in place.
Page 116: To Open And Close The Hood
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Outside of the vehicle, locate the safety latch lever Two latches must be released to open the hood. near the center of the grille between the grille and hood opening.
Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open CAUTION! position. Place the upper end of the prop rod in the hole on the underside of the hood. To prevent possible damage: •...
Page 118: Lights
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Headlights and Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent Multifunction Lever for parking light operation. Turn the end of the lever to The multifunction lever controls the operation of the the second detent for headlight operation.
Page 119: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels. To turn the system on, turn the end of the multifunction lever to the AUTO position (third detent).
Page 120: Headlights With Wipers (Available With Automatic Headlights Only)
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlights with Wipers (Available with Automatic To activate the delay, turn the ignition switch to the Headlights Only) LOCK position while the headlights are still on. Then, When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on turn off the headlights within 45 seconds.
Page 121: Instrument Panel Dimmer
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Instrument Panel Dimmer Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened. Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the park- ing lights or headlights are on.
Page 122: Lights-On Reminder
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the headlight switch is off, the parking brake is off, the turn signal is off, and the shift lever is in any position except PARK. NOTE: The DRL’s will turn off automatically when the turn signal is in operation and turn on again when the turn signal is not operating.
Page 123: Turn Signals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Turn Signals NOTE: If either turn signal indicator has a very fast Move the multifunction lever upward or downward and flash rate, check for an inoperative outside light bulb. If the corresponding turn signal indicator on the instru- an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved, see ment panel will flash to show proper operation of the your authorized dealer for service.
Page 124: Interior Lights
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the multifunction lever is held in the flash-to- Models without Overhead Console pass position for more than 15 seconds, the high beams There are two courtesy/reading lights mounted in the will shut off. If this occurs, wait 30 seconds before headliner between the sun visors.
Page 125: Cargo Light
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Cargo Light This light is mounted in the liftgate trim panel. It turns on when you press the UNLOCK button on the RKE trans- mitter, open a door or the liftgate, or turn the dimmer control completely upward to the second detent.
Page 126: Windshield Wiper Operation
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 127: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 CAUTION! (Continued) • Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the park position. If the windshield wiper control is turned OFF and the blades cannot return to the park position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.
Page 128: Mist Feature
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Mist Feature Headlights With Wipers (Available with Automatic Push downward on the windshield wiper/washer con- 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 129: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN — IF the delay range, the wipers will operate in low-speed for EQUIPPED two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume This feature allows you to tilt the steering column the intermittent interval previously selected.
Page 130: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To unlock the steering column, push the control handle ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED downward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or the accelerator operation at speeds greater than 25 mph shorten the steering column, pull the steering wheel (40 km/h).
Page 131: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on simultaneously.
Page 132: To Deactivate
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate RESUME ACCEL position, the set speed will continue to A soft tap on the brake pedal, or pulling the speed control increase in 5 mph (10 km/h) increments until the lever is lever toward you to CANCEL, or normal brake pressure released.
Page 133: To Accelerate For Passing
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 To Accelerate for Passing WARNING! Press the accelerator pedal as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the speed.
Page 134 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) • To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be Drivers must be careful when backing up even when driven slowly when using ParkView to be able to using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always stop in time when an obstacle is seen.
Page 135: Turning Parkview On Or Off - With Navigation Radio
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Turning ParkView On or Off — With Navigation Turning ParkView On or Off — Without Radio Navigation Radio 1. Press the menu hard key. 1. Press the menu hard key. 2. Select system setup soft key. 2.
Page 136: Overhead Console
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE Courtesy/Reading Lights The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights, Refer to “Courtesy/Reading Lights” under “Lights” in storage for sunglasses, an interior observation mirror and Section 3. an optional power sunroof switch. Sunglasses Storage To access the storage compartment, press on the raised bars on the compartment door in the center of the console and release and the door will swing downward.
Page 137: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink unit operates off your vehicle’s battery.
Page 138: Programming Homelink
138 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 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 • After training a HomeLink channel, if the garage Place the handheld transmitter 1–3 in (3-8 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 140 140 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 141: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Gate Operator/Canadian Programming successfully accepted the frequency signal. The indica- Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- tor light will flash slowly and then rapidly when fully nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of trained.
Page 142: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow these steps: Troubleshooting Tips 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here are some of the most common solutions: 2.
Page 143: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The power sunroof switch is located between the sun Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following visors on the overhead console.
Page 144: Opening Sunroof - Manually
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Manually WARNING! Press and hold the switch in the rearward position. • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in Release the switch when the sunroof is in the position desired and it will stop moving.
Page 145: Closing Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 the switch in the forward position, the sunroof will close Pinch Protect Override fully and then stop automatically. Release the switch once If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) prevents closing, the sunroof stops moving. press the switch forward and hold for two seconds after the reversal occurs.
Page 146: Wind Buffeting
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is Ignition Off Operation open. For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switch Wind Buffeting will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of is turned to the LOCK position.
Page 147: Electrical Power Outlets
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There are two fused 12 Volt power outlets located in the center console below the radio. The power outlet on the top has power available when the ignition switch in the ON or ACC position.
Page 148 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE A third fused 12 Volt power outlet is located on the back A fourth fused 12 Volt power outlet is located on the left of the center console. This power outlet has power quarter trim panel in the cargo area.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) • To ensure proper operation, a MOPAR knob and • Close the lid when not in use and while driving element must be used. the vehicle. • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 •...
Page 150: Power Inverter - If Equipped
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE electronics and other low power devices requiring power CAUTION! (Continued) up to 150 Watts. Certain high-end video games, such as • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, Playstation3 and XBox360 will exceed this power limit, as vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the will most power tools.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 The power inverter is designed with built-in overload protection. If the power rating of 150 Watts is exceeded, the power inverter will automatically shut down. Once the electrical device has been removed from the outlet the inverter should automatically reset.
Page 152: Cupholders
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS WARNING! There are two cupholders, located in the center floor console, for the front passengers. To avoid serious injury or death: • Do not use a three-prong adaptor. • Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. •...
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 For passengers in the second row there are two cuphold- For vehicles equipped with third row seating, there are ers, located in the center armrest between the two seats. additional cupholders located in the trim panels. Armrest Cupholders Quarter Trim Panel Cupholders (Seven Passenger Models)
Page 154 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE In addition to cupholders, vehicles may also be equipped WARNING! with bottle holders. The bottle holders are located on the door trim panels. If containers of hot liquid are placed in the bottle holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burn- ing the occupants.
Page 155: Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 STORAGE Console Storage Open storage areas, or cubby bins, are located in the floor Instrument Panel Storage Compartment — If console and center console. Equipped Press and release the button on the door to open it. The door swings upward to allow easy access to the compart- ment.
Page 156 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Center Console Cubby Bin Center Console Storage Bin There is additional storage under the center console NOTE: The sliding armrest (if equipped) must be in the armrest. Pull upward on the release lever, located on the rearward position to access the release button on the front of the lid.
Page 157: Flip 'N Stow™ Front Passenger Seat Storage - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 Flip ’n Stow™ Front Passenger Seat Storage — If NOTE: Make sure that objects inside the bin do not Equipped interfere with the latch before closing the seat. Push the The seat latch release-loop is located in the center of the seat cushion downward after closing it to make sure it seat cushion between the seat cushion and the seatback.
Page 158: Second-Row Passenger Seat Temporary Storage Bin
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Second-Row Passenger Seat Temporary Storage Second-Row Map Pocket and Grocery Retainers — If Equipped This is a temporary storage bin designed for use when A map storage pocket and grocery retainers are located the seatback/armrest is down.
Page 159: In-Floor Storage Bin With Removable Liner
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 In-Floor Storage Bin with Removable Liner NOTE: Position the front seat to at least a mid-track position to provide easier access to the storage bin. An in-floor storage bin is located behind each front seat. Each 1.6 gal (5.9 l) bin can hold up to 12, 12 oz (0.35 l) cans, plus ice, or other items.
Page 160: Chill Zone Beverage Cooler Storage Compartment
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The liner can be removed for easy cleaning by lifting on CHILL ZONE BEVERAGE COOLER STORAGE the notches as shown. COMPARTMENT The Chill Zone Beverage Cooler Storage Compartment can keep chilled beverages cool depending on ambient temperature and climate control setting.
Page 161: Chill Zone Beverage Cooler Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 airflow control valve inside the compartment determines how much air flows into the compartment. Turning the valve rearward increases the airflow, while turning the valve forward decreases the airflow. Turning the valve all the way forward will turn off the airflow into the compartment.
Page 162: Cargo Area Features
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The compartment cools when the airflow is open, the engine is running and the Air Conditioning (A/C) is on or the Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) system is set for automatic operation (if equipped). This allows you to cool the compartment when the climate control is in the cooling or heating mode.
Page 163: Cargo Management System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Cargo Management System Seven Passenger System Features • A large built-in storage bin with a hinged hardcover Five Passenger System Features located in the floor behind the third-row passenger • A raised load floor that sits on top of a large built-in seats.
Page 164 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Tie-Downs WARNING! Cargo tie-downs are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision, a tie-down could pull loose and allow the child seat to come loose.
Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 • Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of the WARNING! seatback. This could impair visibility or become a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision. The weight and position of cargo and passengers can change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle •...
Page 166 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The cover, when extended, covers the cargo area to keep items out of sight. Notches in the trim panels near the liftgate opening secure the extended cover in place. The cover rolls away neatly inside its housing when not in use.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 Grab the cover handle and pull it toward you. As the WARNING! cover nears the liftgate opening, guide the rear attach- ment posts (on both ends of the cover) into the notches in A cargo cover that is unsecured in the vehicle could the trim panels.
Page 168: Rear Window Features
168 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 169: Rear Window Defroster
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 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 170: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! The roof rack cross rails and side rails are designed to carry cargo weight. The load must not exceed 150 lbs Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to (68 kg), and it should be distributed uniformly over the the heating elements: •...
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 To Move the Cross Rails 2. Relocate the cross rails, aligning the cross rail stan- chions (end pieces) with one of the vertical marks on the 1. Loosen the knobs on top of each cross rail approxi- outboard surface of the side rail for proper positioning.
Page 172 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To help reduce the amount of wind noise when the CAUTION! (Continued) cross rails are not in use, fasten the front cross rail in • Long loads, which extend over the windshield, the fourth position from the front and the rear cross such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with rail in the eighth position.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 WARNING! Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per- sonal injury or property damage. Follow the Roof Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Instrument Panel Features ....179 Displays ......202 Instrument Cluster .
Page 176 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operating Instructions — uconnect™ phone Sales Code REQ — AM/FM Stereo Radio And 6–Disc CD/DVD Changer (MP3/WMA AUX — If Equipped ..... . 227 Jack) .
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 ▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD ▫ System Activation ....257 And MP3 Audio Play ....245 ▫...
Page 178 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Left-Hand Switch Functions For Radio uconnect™ studios (Sirius Backseat TV™) — If Equipped ......261 Operation .
Page 179: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Side Window Demist Outlet 5 — Hazard Switch 9 — Climate Control 2 — Air Outlet 6 — Switch Bank 10 — Radio 3 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Beverage Cooler/Storage Compartment* 11 —...
Page 180: Instrument Cluster
180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 181: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS CAUTION! 1. Coolant Temperature Gauge Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the en- The temperature gauge indicates engine coolant tem- gine running, as you would not be able to react to the perature.
Page 182 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Coolant Temperature Warning Light CAUTION! This light warns of an overheated engine condi- tion. If the light turns on while driving, safely pull Driving with a hot cooling system could damage over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, your vehicle.
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 5. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped 8. High Beam Indicator This indicator will illuminate when the fog lights This light shows that the high beam headlights are are on. on. Pull the multifunction lever on the left side of the steering column toward you to switch to low beam.
Page 184 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 11. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Failure Indicator Light — 13. Shift Lever Indicator If Equipped The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the This light monitors the All-Wheel-Drive instrument cluster. It displays the gear position of the (AWD) system.
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 the repair technician should leave the odometer reading HOTOIL ... . 2.4L Engine Oil Temp Too Hot the same as it was before the repair or service. If s/he noFUSE .
Page 186 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Odometer / Trip Odometer / ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) noFUSE button to change the display from odometer to either of If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the the two trip odometer settings or the “ECO” display. Ignition Off Draw (IOD) fuse is improperly installed, or damaged, a “noFUSE”...
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 Unless reset, this message will continue to display each 16. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light — time you turn the ignition switch to the ON position. To If Equipped turn off the message temporarily, press and release the This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check TRIP ODOMETER button on the instrument cluster.
Page 188 188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Also, have the system checked by an authorized dealer if 18. Charging System Warning Light the light does not turn on during starting. This light shows the status of the electrical charg- ing system. The light should turn on when the 17.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 20. Trip Odometer / ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) Button 21. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light — If — If Equipped Equipped Each tire, including the spare (if provided), Changing the Display should be checked monthly when cold and Press this button to change the display from odometer to inflated to the inflation pressure recommended either of two trip odometer settings or the ECO display.
Page 190 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to over- system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for heat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also approximately one minute and then remain continuously reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect illuminated.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 22. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light CAUTION! This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition The TPMS has been optimized for the original switch is turned to the ON position and may equipment tires and wheels.
Page 192 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 23. Electronic Stability Program (ESP)/Traction Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap, Control System (TCS) Indicator Light poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the MIL after If this indicator light flashes during accelera- engine start.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a WARNING! malfunction has been detected in either the ESP or the BAS system. If this light remains on after several ignition A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see...
Page 194 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 26. Brake Warning Light The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- This light monitors various brake functions, ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic including brake fluid level and parking brake system.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON position. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is dangerous.
Page 196: Compass Mini-Trip Computer (Cmtc) - If Equipped
196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 29. Electronic Vehicle Information Center COMPASS MINI-TRIP COMPUTER (CMTC) — IF (EVIC)/Compass Mini–Trip Computer (CMTC) Display EQUIPPED — If Equipped NOTE: On vehicles equipped with a Premium Cluster, this • The compass on your vehicle is self-calibrating, elimi- display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center nating the need to manually calibrate the compass.
Page 197: Cmtc Reset Buttons
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 CMTC Reset Buttons CMTC Trip Odometer (ODO) / ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped CMTC Reset Button This display shows the distance traveled since the last Press the left reset button located on the instrument reset.
Page 198: Compass/Temperature Display
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The ECO display will toggle between ECO and ECO-ON should be kept away from the top of the instrument depending on driving habits and vehicle usage. panel. This is where the compass module is located and such devices may interfere and cause false com- Compass/Temperature Display pass readings.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 To Set the Variance 2. Press and hold the CMTC reset button (for approxi- Start the engine and leave the transmission gear selector mately 10 seconds) until the current variance zone num- lever in the PARK position. Press and hold the CMTC ber is displayed.
Page 200: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Compass display ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED • Outside temperature display The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- • Trip computer functions tures a driver-interactive display. It is located in the instrument cluster below the fuel and temperature •...
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 The system allows the driver to select information by Press and release this button and the mode pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering displayed will change between Compass/ wheel. Outside Temperature, Trip Functions, System Status, and Personal Settings.
Page 202: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime) Press this button to display the Compass/ Outside Temperature. • RKE Battery Low (with a single chime) • Personal Settings Not Available – Vehicle Not in PARK COMPASS/ TEMPERATURE •...
Page 203: Oil Change Required
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 • Left Front Low Pressure (with a single chime). Refer to • Oil Change Required (with a single chime) information on “Tire Pressure” and “Tire Pressure • Low Washer Fluid Monitor” in Section 5. • Coolant Low •...
Page 204: Trip Functions
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Average Fuel Economy Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON position. To • Distance To Empty turn off the message temporarily, press and release the •...
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 • Distance To Empty (DTE) • Elapsed Time Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is when the ignition switch is in the ACC position.
Page 206: Compass Display / Eco (Fuel Saver Mode) - If Equipped
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Compass Display / ECO (Fuel Saver Mode) — If EVIC will display “CAL” until the compass is calibrated. Equipped You may calibrate the compass by slowly completing one Press and release this button to display one of or more 360-degree turns (in an area free from large metal eight compass readings and the outside tem- or metallic objects) until the “CAL”...
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 • Magnetic materials should be kept away from the top 5. Slowly complete one or more 360-degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the of the instrument panel, as this is where the compass “CAL”...
Page 208: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Press the SCROLL button until “COMPASS VARI- “Language” ANCE” message and the last variance zone number When in this display you may select one of three lan- displays in the EVIC. guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip functions and the navigation system (if equipped).
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 “RKE Unlock” “Flash Lamp With Lock” When Driver Door 1st Press is selected, only the driver’s When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will door will unlock on the first press of the Remote Keyless flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Entry (RKE) UNLOCK button.
Page 210 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ON. The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are unlocked with the RKE transmitter. To make your selec- turned OFF if they were turned ON by this feature. To tion, press and hold the RESET button until “Off,” make your selection, press and release the RESET button “30 sec,”...
Page 211: Sales Code Req - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 “NAV Turn By Turn” — If Equipped When ON is selected, the Turn-by-Turn directions will appear in the display as the vehicle approaches a desig- nated turn within a programmed route. To make your selection, press and release the RESET button until “ON” or “OFF”...
Page 212 212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) SCAN Button Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for radio. Press the ON/VOLUME control knob a second the next listenable station in AM, FM or Satellite (if time to turn off the radio.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button uconnect”...
Page 214 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob and BASS and FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to knob to the left or right to adjust the sound level between the right or left to increase or decrease the bass tones.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following 16-Digit Character Program Type format types: Display 16-Digit Character Personality Persnlty Program Type Display Public Public No program type or un- Rhythm and Blues R & B None defined Religious Music...
Page 216 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • DISC Play/Pause - You can toggle between By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency playing the DVD and pausing the DVD by station with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 NOTE: TUNE/SCROLL control knob to adjust the minutes. • The available selections for each of the above entries Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to save varies depending upon the disc. changes. • These selections can only be made while playing a •...
Page 218 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL down and selecting other. Enter the country code using Aspect Ratio — If Equipped the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll up and down Selecting this item allows you to choose between wide to select the number and then push to select. screen, pan scan, and letter box.
Page 219: Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd-Video)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 SET Button — To Set the Pushbutton Memory Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding When you are receiving a station that you wish to button number will display. commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button. Buttons 1 - 6 The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
Page 220 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc CAUTION! is loading and “READING DISC” when the radio is reading the disc. The radio may shut down during extremely hot conditions. When this occurs, the radio will indicate CAUTION! “Disc Hot”...
Page 221: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 The disc can be ejected with the radio and ignition OFF. RW/FF (CD MODE) Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will SEEK Button (CD MODE) begin to fast forward until FF is released, or RW or Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the another CD button is pressed.
Page 222 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3/ When reading discs recorded using formats other than WMA files).
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 frequencies in the following table are supported. In ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album title addition, variable bit rates (VBR) are also supported. The are supported for ID3 version 1 tags. ID3 version 2 is not majority of MP3/WMA files use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate supported by the radios.
Page 224: List Button (Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Number of files and folders - Loading times will INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) increase with more files and folders Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll through the following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended Name, and Folder Name (if available).
Page 225: If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil- TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) iary device if the AUX jack is connected. Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day will NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the display for five seconds.
Page 226 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - uconnect™ studios intended for home and other limited viewing uses only, (Satellite Radio) (If Equipped) unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse Refer to “uconnect™ studios (Satellite Radio)” in this engineering or disassembly is prohibited. section.
Page 227: Operating Instructions - Voice Recognition System (Vr) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition 3. To move the hour forward, touch the screen where the System (VR) — If Equipped word “Hour” with the arrow pointing upward is dis- Refer to “Voice Recognition System (VR)” in the played.
Page 228 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The Changing the Time Zone clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 1. Turn on the radio. 3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear in 2.
Page 229: Clock Setting Procedure - Rer Radio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 Clock Setting Procedure — RER Radio 4. To move the hour forward, touch the screen where the word “Hour” with the arrow pointing upward is dis- uconnect gps played. To move the hour backward, touch the screen The GPS receiver used in this system is synchronized to where the word “Hour”...
Page 230 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Touch the screen where “User Clock” is displayed, the Touch the screen where the words “Show Time if Radio is clock setting menu will appear on the screen. Off” are displayed to change the current setting. 3.
Page 231: Sales Code Res - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right position to operate the radio.
Page 232 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch knob to save time change.
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the AM/FM Button mid-range tones.
Page 234: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. MP3 Audio Play The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by NOTE: pressing the pushbutton twice.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. begin to play when you insert the disc.
Page 236: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in Press this button while the CD is playing to activate CD and MP3 modes. Random Play.
Page 237 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. display.) When reading discs recorded using formats other than •...
Page 238 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- Specification Frequency (kHz) sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 160, 128, 144, extension may cause playback problems.
Page 239: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s by the following: audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. • Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than CD-R media Pressing the DISC/AUX button will change the mode to auxiliary device if the AUX jack is connected.
Page 240: Sales Code Res/Rsc - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack) And Sirius Radio
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RES/RSC — AM/FM STEREO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC SIRIUS RADIO position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of the radio faceplate.
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not will remain tuned to the new station until you make available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With another selection.
Page 242 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. TUNE Control Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button. to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. For vehicles equipped with satellite radio, press the SETUP button, use the TUNE/SCROLL control to select Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade...
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following sound level from the right or left side speakers. format types: 16-Digit Character Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time Program Type Display and FADE will display.
Page 244 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon is 16-Digit Character Program Type displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Display station with the same selected Music Type name. The Personality Persnlty Music Type function only operates when in the FM mode.
Page 245: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 AM/FM Button and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton twice. SET/RND Button —...
Page 246 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), CAUTION! recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact • This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within RW/FF 10 seconds, it will be reloaded. If the CD is not removed, Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will the radio will reinsert the CD but will not play it.
Page 248: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of files: 255 Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 • Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file file recording media and formats are limited. When names and folder names is limited.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after MPEG Sampling Bit Rate (kbps) writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of Specification Frequency (kHz) multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in 320, 256, 224, longer disc loading times.
Page 250: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium on the disc.
Page 251 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) more and the radio will display song titles for each file. Press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when the Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds ignition is OFF).
Page 252: Sales Code Reu - Uconnect™ Tunes - If Equipped
252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE REU — uconnect™ tunes — IF A shared HDD for the navigation system, the database, EQUIPPED and other radio features allows uploads of music and photos from CDs or through the USB port. The Gracenote NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side database finds the artist, track, and title for the music.
Page 253: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Studios (Satellite Radio)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 display for vehicles equipped with a backup camera. Changing the Time Zone Refer to your “Navigation User’s Manual” for detailed NOTE: You can skip Steps 2 and 3 by pressing and operating instructions. holding the “TIME” button on the radio for three sec- Operating Instructions —...
Page 254 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL surrounding the joystick to select the desired time zone 3. If “Time Setup” is highlighted on the menu, press and setting, and then press and release the joystick. A check release the joystick in the center of the radio. Otherwise, mark will display next to the selection.
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 Setting the User Clock 5. Turn the knob surrounding the joystick to select “Set If you wish to set the clock to a time different from the Hours,” and then press and release the joystick. system clock, you can manually adjust the time by 6.
Page 256: Uconnect™ Studios (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped (Ren/Req/Rer/Res/Reu/Rbz Radios Only)
256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Show Time if Radio is Off joystick to change the current setting. A check mark will When selected, this feature will display the time of day display next to “Clock if Radio off” when the feature is on the screen when the system is turned off.
Page 257: System Activation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 System Activation To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated and you ESN/SID Access With REQ/RES Radios may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- service that is included with the factory-installed satellite tion and the radio on, press the SETUP button and scroll radio system in your vehicle.
Page 258: Selecting Uconnect™ Studios (Satellite) Mode
258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Next, turn the knob surrounding the joystick in the center Reception Quality of the radio to scroll to Subscription, and then press and Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the release the joystick. All of the ESNs that apply to your following reasons: vehicle will display.
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 SEEK Buttons additional three seconds will make the radio display the Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next song title all of the time (press and hold again to return to channel in Satellite mode.
Page 260 260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MUSIC TYPE Button — Except REU Radio made, you can seek up or down or scan the channels and Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type the radio will tune to the next station matching the mode for five seconds.
Page 261: Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Phone (If Equipped)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 and press and release that button. If a button is not Operating Instructions — uconnect™ phone (If selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but- Equipped) ton, the channel will continue to play but will not be Refer to “uconnect™...
Page 262: Video Entertainment System (Ves)™ - If Equipped
262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Refer to your Video Entertainment System (VES)™, RER Navigation, RBZ Multimedia or REN Multimedia User Manuals for detailed operating instructions. VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ — IF EQUIPPED The optional Video Entertainment System (VES)™ in- cludes the following components for rear seat entertain- ment: •...
Page 263: Universal Consumer Interface (Uci) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 • Two wireless infrared headsets allow rear seat passen- UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) — IF gers to listen to the same or individual audio sources. EQUIPPED Audio/Video RCA Jacks (AUX Jacks) NOTE: This section is for sales code RES/REL and on the rear of the center console enable REQ/RET radios only with uconnect .
Page 264: Connecting The Ipod Device
264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The iPod battery charges when plugged into the UCI Play Mode connector (if supported by the specific iPod device) When switched to UCI mode the iPod will be in Play mode. In Play mode, you may use the following buttons Connecting The iPod Device on the radio faceplate to control the iPod and display Use the optional connection cable to connect an iPod to...
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 RW (Rewind) Button previous track in the list; if you press this button at any Press and hold the RW button to move backward in the other time in the current track it will go back to the current track.
Page 266: List Or Browse Mode
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCAN Button Tune/Scroll Knob Pressing the SCAN button will play the first five seconds In the List mode, the Tune/Scroll knob functions in a of each track in the current list and then forward to the similar manner as the scroll wheel on the iPod .
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 Radio Preset Buttons To exit the List mode without selecting a track, press the In the List mode, the radio preset buttons are used as same preset button again to go back to Play mode. shortcuts to the following lists on the iPod device.
Page 268: Remote Sound System Controls - If Equipped
268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF Right-Hand Switch Functions EQUIPPED • Press the top of the switch to increase the volume. The remote sound system controls are located on the rear • Press the bottom of the switch to decrease the volume. surface of the steering wheel.
Page 269: Left-Hand Switch Functions For Media (I.e., Cd) Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 Left-Hand Switch Functions for Media (i.e., CD) 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the Operation surface. • Press the top of the switch once to listen to the next 2. If a disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, track.
Page 270: Radio Operation And Cellular Phones
270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated by relocating the cellular phone antenna.
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 Blower Control Temperature Control There are four blower speeds. Use this Use this control to regulate the tem- control to regulate the amount of air perature of the air inside the passenger forced through the system in any compartment.
Page 272 272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Mode Control Bi-Level Mode Mode control allows you to choose Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. from several selections of air distribu- tion. You can select either a primary NOTE: There is a difference in temperature (in any mode, as identified by the symbols, or conditions other than full cold or full hot), between the a blend of two of these modes.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 Defrost Mode NOTE: • If the RECIRCULATION button is pressed when the Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use DEFROST mode with system is in MIX, DEFROST, or FLOOR mode the maximum blower and temperature settings for best RECIRCULATION LED indicator will flash 3 times windshield and side window defrosting.
Page 274: Three-Zone Manual Air Conditioning And Heating Systems - If Equipped
274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb- NOTE: The air conditioning compressor will not engage ing the mode control selection. until the engine has been running for about 10 seconds. Economy Mode Max A/C If ECONOMY mode is desired, press the A/C button to For maximum cooling use the A/C and RECIRCULA- turn off the indicator light and the A/C compressor.
Page 275 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 The Three-Zone Temperature Control bottom panel con- trols rear Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning operations. Three-Zone Manual Climate Control 1 — Left Temperature 7 — Right Temperature 2 — PANEL 8 — Rear DEFROST 3 — BI-LEVEL 9 —...
Page 276 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The primary control for the rear blower is on the front climate control unit located on the instrument panel. Rear Manual Climate Control (Overhead) The Three-Zone Temperature Control bottom panel has five positions; off, rear, and a range of blower speeds. Only when the primary control for the rear blower is in the rear (RR) position do the second row seat occupants have control of the rear blower speed.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 Only when the front control for the rear blower is in the When rear controls are locked by the front system, the RR position do the second row seat occupants have lock symbol on the temperature knob is illuminated, and control of the rear blower speed.
Page 278: Two- And Three-Zone Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) Systems - If Equipped
278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Occupants in the vehicle select AUTO mode operation Bi-Level Mode Air comes from both the headliner outlets and the by a button press on the right rotary knob and a floor outlets. comfort temperature setting using rotary knobs on the control unit.
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 Two-Zone ATC Three-Zone ATC 1 — System On/Off 7 — Front MODE 1 — System On/Off 7 — Front MODE 2 — Left Front Temperature 8 — Electric Rear Window De- 2 — Left Front Temperature 8 —...
Page 280 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Automatic Operation 1. Press the AUTO button on the Front Upper ATC Panel and the word AUTO will illuminate in the front ATC display, along with three temperatures for driver, front passenger, and rear seats. The system will then automati- cally regulate the amount of airflow.
Page 281 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 NOTE: Manual Operation • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for This system offers a full complement of manual override cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts features. The AUTO symbol in the front ATC display will the temperature, mode and fan speed to provide be turned off when the system is being used in the comfort as quickly as possible.
Page 282 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Panel Mode Floor Mode Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of panel. These outlets can be adjusted for direction, air is directed through the defrost and side window and turned on or off to control airflow.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 The SNOWFLAKE button, or A/C button, allows Recirculation Control the operator to manually activate or deactivate the When outside air contains smoke, odors, or air conditioning system. When in SNOWFLAKE high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, mode, and the ATC display is on cool, dehumidified air you may wish to recirculate interior air by flows through the air outlets.
Page 284 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If The Three-Zone ATC Climate control is located in the Equipped headliner, near the center of the vehicle. The Rear ATC System has floor air outlets at the rear of the right side sliding door, and overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating position.
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 The Rear-Zone ATC for the rear passengers is in the NOTE: • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for overhead console above the second row passenger seats. cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts 1.
Page 286 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When rear controls are locked by the front system, the CAUTION! LOCK symbol on the temperature knob is illuminated and any rear overhead adjustments are ignored. Interior air enters the Rear Automatic Temperature Control System through an intake grille, located in Rear Mode Control the passenger side trim panel behind the third row Auto Mode...
Page 287: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 NOTE: In many temperature positions, the BI-LEVEL under “Maintenance Procedures” and to “Fluids, Lubri- mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the head- cants, and Genuine Parts” in Section 7 for information liner outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets. pertaining to the cooling system and coolant selection.
Page 288 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side win- Outside Air Intake dow fogging becomes a problem, increase blower speed. Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild but windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.
Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions...
Page 291: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ... . . 299 Starting Procedures ....295 ▫...
Page 292 292 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ....318 All Wheel Drive (AWD) — If Equipped ..306 ▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ... 319 Driving On Slippery Surfaces .
Page 293 STARTING AND OPERATING 293 ▫ Radial-Ply Tires ..... 336 Fuel Requirements ..... 352 ▫...
Page 294 294 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Vehicle Loading ..... . 358 Weight Ratings) ..... 365 ▫...
Page 295: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic Transaxle Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat before shifting into any driving gear.
Page 296: Normal Starting (Tip Start)
296 STARTING AND OPERATING Normal Starting (Tip Start) If Engine Fails To Start NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm WARNING! engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the accelerator pedal.
Page 297: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 If the engine fails to start after you have followed the ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- The engine block heater warms engine coolant and dures, it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel, push permits quicker starts in cold weather.
Page 298: Automatic Transaxle
298 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE WARNING! • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK CAUTION! or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake precautions are not observed: pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward •...
Page 299: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 Brake/Transaxle Interlock System WARNING! (Continued) This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is position.
Page 300: Automatic Transaxle Ignition Interlock System
300 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Insert a screwdriver or similar small tool into the hole may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and at the front of the cubby bin and push the manual precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles override release lever forward.
Page 301: Gear Ranges
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 Gear Ranges WARNING! PARK Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the This range supplements the parking brake by locking the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully transaxle. The engine can be started in this range. Never when parked to guard against vehicle movement and attempt to use PARK while vehicle is in motion.
Page 302 302 STARTING AND OPERATING NEUTRAL when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi- This range is used when vehicle is standing for pro- tions, (i.e., in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head longed periods with engine running. Engine may be winds or while towing heavy trailers).
Page 303 STARTING AND OPERATING 303 “3” (Drive) — Four-Speed Transaxle CAUTION! This range eliminates shifts into “D” (Overdrive). The transaxle will operate normally in first, second, and third If the transaxle operating temperature exceeds ac- gear while in this range. The “3” (Drive) range should ceptable limits, the vehicle computer will override also be used when descending steep grades to prevent “D”...
Page 304: Autostick - If Equipped
304 STARTING AND OPERATING In the event of a momentary problem, the transaxle can AUTOSTICK — IF EQUIPPED be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the AutoStick is a driver-interactive transaxle that offers six following steps: manual ratio changes to provide you with more control of the vehicle.
Page 305: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 305 • The transaxle will automatically shift up when maxi- NOTE: In Autostick mode, the transaxle will only shift up or down when the driver moves the shift lever to the mum engine speed is reached while Autostick right (+) or left (-).
Page 306: All Wheel Drive (Awd) - If Equipped
306 STARTING AND OPERATING − If the system detects a problem, it will disable the CAUTION! AutoStick mode and the transaxle will return to the automatic mode until the problem is corrected. All wheels must have the same size and type tires. Unequal tire sizes must not be used.
Page 307: Traction
STARTING AND OPERATING 307 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 308: Flowing/Rising Water
308 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 cross, a road or a path where standing water that is deeper than the bottom of water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 309 STARTING AND OPERATING 309 CAUTION! 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 310: Power Steering
310 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 311: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 311 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 312 312 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a hill, it is important to apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on the transaxle locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. As an added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade.
Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 The “Brake Warning Light” in the instrument WARNING! cluster will turn on when the parking brake is • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving applied and the ignition switch is on. unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a NOTE: This light only shows that the parking brake is number of reasons.
Page 314: Brake System
314 STARTING AND OPERATING BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic • Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses normal capability, the remaining possibly an accident. Driving with your foot rest- system will still function.
Page 315: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) WARNING! This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics under adverse braking conditions. The system controls from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lock-up to traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
Page 316: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
316 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM), and Electronic Stability ABS is activated during braking under certain road or Program (ESP). These systems work together to enhance stopping conditions. ABS-inducing conditions can in- both vehicle stability and control in various driving clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose conditions.
Page 317 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- • The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip- ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase ment that may be susceptible to interference braking or steering efficiency beyond that af- caused by improperly installed or high output forded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and...
Page 318: Brake Assist System (Bas)
318 STARTING AND OPERATING All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and If both the Brake System Warning Light and the ABS type and tires must be properly inflated to produce Light remain on, the ABS and Electronic Brake Force accurate signals for the computer.
Page 319: Traction Control System (Tcs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 319 limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin WARNING! across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from brake of the spinning wheel.
Page 320: Electronic Stability Program (Esp)
320 STARTING AND OPERATING driving maneuvers. It cannot prevent wheel lift due to Electronic Stability Program (ESP) other factors, such as road conditions, leaving the road- This system enhances directional control and stability of way, or striking objects or other vehicles. the vehicle under various driving conditions.
Page 321 STARTING AND OPERATING 321 ESP/TCS Indicator Light WARNING! The ESP/TCS Indicator Light located in the instrument cluster, starts to flash as soon as the ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from tires lose traction and the ESP system becomes acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction active.
Page 322 322 STARTING AND OPERATING Full On This is the normal operating mode for ESP. Whenever the vehicle is started the system will be in this mode. This mode should be used for most driving situations. ESP should only be turned to “Partial Off” for specific reasons as noted.
Page 323: Esp/Bas Warning Light And Esp/Tcs Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 323 ESP/BAS Warning Light and ESP/TCS Indicator NOTE: • The ESP/TCS Indicator Light and the ESP/BAS Mal- Light The malfunction indicator for the ESP is com- function Indicator Light will turn on momentarily bined with the BAS indicator. The ESP/BAS each time the ignition switch is turned ON.
Page 324: Tire Safety Information
324 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The TSC is disabled when the ESP system is in TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION the “Partial Off” mode. Tire Markings WARNING! • TSC cannot stop all trailers from swaying. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations.
Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 325 • Temporary spare tires are high-pressure compact NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. spares designed for temporary emergency use only. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion.
Page 326 326 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart TIRE SIZING TERMS 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 327 STARTING AND OPERATING 327 TIRE SIZING TERMS 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 328 328 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 329: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 Tire Loading and Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: Tire Placard Location 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed 2) total weight your vehicle can carry on the driver’s side B-Pillar.
Page 330 330 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 kg or XXX lbs”...
Page 331 STARTING AND OPERATING 331 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo NOTE: The following table shows examples on how to being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capaci- exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity ties of your vehicle with varying seating configurations calculated in Step 4.
Page 332 332 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 333: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 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 334: Tire Inflation Pressures
334 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 335 STARTING AND OPERATING 335 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 336: Radial-Ply Tires
336 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 337: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a WARNING! conventional tire on the compact spare wheel since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare. Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use only. With these tires, do not drive more than 50 mph Do not install more than one compact spare tire/wheel (80 km/h).
Page 338: Tread Wear Indicators
338 STARTING AND OPERATING Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in Section 6 of this manual for additional information. 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.
Page 339: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 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 340 340 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 341: Tire Chains
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 TIRE CHAINS Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what Due to limited clearance, tire chains are not recom- was originally equipped with your vehicle and should mended. not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h).
Page 342: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
342 STARTING AND OPERATING Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) proper maintenance intervals. More frequent rotation is The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the permissible if desired. The reasons for any rapid or driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being mended cold placard pressure.
Page 343 STARTING AND OPERATING 343 The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if For example, your vehicle may have a recommended the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure limit for any reason, including low temperature effects of 33 psi (227 kPa).
Page 344 344 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care • The TPMS has been optimized for the original and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size •...
Page 345: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, • Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale light and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings the tire. The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale light will Base System illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless...
Page 346 346 STARTING AND OPERATING Check TPMS Warning 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPMS sensors. When a system fault is detected, the Tire Pressure Moni- NOTE: toring Telltale light will flash on and off for 75 seconds 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure and then remain on solid.
Page 347: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 347 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and The TPMS consists of the following components: reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, • Receiver module the TPMS will update automatically and the TPMS •...
Page 348 348 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale light will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires. In addition, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display a graphic showing the pressure values of each tire with the low tire pressure values flashing.
Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 349 turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. Check TPMS Warning When a system fault is detected, the Tire Pressure Moni- toring Telltale light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid.
Page 350 350 STARTING AND OPERATING If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, NOTE: providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure no longer exists, the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale monitoring sensor.
Page 351: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime will General Information sound, the TPMS Telltale light will flash on and off for This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and 75 seconds and then remain on solid, and the EVIC will RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Page 352: Fuel Requirements
352 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL REQUIREMENTS for optimum performance. The use of premium gasoline is not recommended, as it will not provide any benefit 2.4L Engine over regular gasoline in these engines. All engines are designed to meet all emis- sions regulations and provide excellent Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to fuel economy and performance when us-...
Page 353: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 353 Reformulated Gasoline CAUTION! Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” DO NOT use gasolines containing Methanol or E85 Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe- Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im- and driveability problems and may damage critical prove air quality.
Page 354: Materials Added To Fuel
354 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline Fuel System Cautions without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content CAUTION! of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s the gasoline contains MMT.
Page 355: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 355 • The use of fuel additives, which are now being sold as • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon octane enhancers, is not recommended. Most of these monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can kill. products contain high concentrations of methanol.
Page 356: Adding Fuel
356 STARTING AND OPERATING ADDING FUEL NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler door rein- Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) forcement. The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle.
Page 357: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 on if the gas cap is not secured properly. Make sure WARNING! that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near refueled. the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the •...
Page 358: Vehicle Certification Label
358 STARTING AND OPERATING • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear VEHICLE LOADING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown on • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) the “Vehicle Certification Label.” This information • Type of Vehicle should be used for passenger and luggage loading as indicated.
Page 359: Overloading
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle WARNING! separately. It is important that you distribute the load evenly over the front and rear axles. Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is important that you do not exceed the maximum front Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and or rear GAWR.
Page 360: Trailer Towing
360 STARTING AND OPERATING TRAILER TOWING Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) In this section, you will find safety tips and information The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do cargo, consumables, and equipment (permanent or tem- with your vehicle.
Page 361 STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Trailer Sway Control — Electronic WARNING! Refer to “TSC (Trailer Sway Control)” under “Electronic Brake Control System” in this section for information on It is important that you do not exceed the maximum this system. front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either rating is exceeded.
Page 362 362 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Distributing Hitch WARNING! A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- • An improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the system may reduce handling, stability, braking tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s).
Page 363 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 Without Weight-Distributing Hitch (Incorrect) With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct)
Page 364: Trailer Hitch Classification
364 STARTING AND OPERATING The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition. Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max.
Page 365: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 365 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. GCWR (Gross Com- Max. GTW (Gross Engine/Transaxle Frontal Area Max. Tongue Wt. bined Wt. Rating) Trailer Wt.) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 2.4L Automatic...
Page 366 366 STARTING AND OPERATING GCWR (Gross Com- Max. GTW (Gross Engine/Transaxle Frontal Area Max. Tongue Wt. bined Wt. Rating) Trailer Wt.) 3,500 lbs (1 588 kg) 8,300 lbs (3 765 kg) 40 sq ft (3.7 sq m) which includes 1 to 2 350 lbs (159 kg) persons &...
Page 367: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 367 Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
Page 368: Towing Requirements
368 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the Perform the maintenance listed in Section 8. When tow- trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional ing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR, or GCWR, ratings. factory-installed options or authorized dealer-installed WARNING! options must be considered as part of the total load on...
Page 369 STARTING AND OPERATING 369 • Safety chains must always be used between your 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized. vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the (This requirement may limit the ability to always frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough percentage of total trailer weight.)
Page 370 370 STARTING AND OPERATING − When replacing tires, refer to “Tires–General Informa- − Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over tion” in this section for information on replacement 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of tires and for the proper tire replacement procedures. 2,000 lbs (907 kg).
Page 371 STARTING AND OPERATING 371 Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights and Wiring WARNING! Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety.
Page 372 372 STARTING AND OPERATING The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer to the following illustrations. Seven-Pin Connector 1 — Battery 5 — Ground 2 — Backup Lamps 6 —...
Page 373: Towing Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 373 Towing Tips transaxle fluid and filter according to the interval speci- Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, fied for “police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing” in and backing up the trailer in an area located away from the Maintenance Schedule.
Page 374: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
374 STARTING AND OPERATING Autostick — If Equipped − City Driving When stopped for short periods, put the transaxle in − By using the Autostick modes and selecting a specific NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed. gear range, frequent shifting can be avoided. The highest gear range should be selected that allows for −...
Page 375: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Jacking Instructions ....384 Hazard Warning Flasher ....376 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 376: Hazard Warning Flasher
376 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel switch bank, above the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 377: Engine Oil Overheating - 2.4L Gas If Equipped)
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 377 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down WARNING! an impending overheat condition: A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C others could be badly burned by steam or boiling system adds heat to the engine cooling system and coolant.
Page 378: Jacking And Tire Changing
378 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Although the maximum vehicle speed is re- WARNING! (Continued) duced to 48 mph (77 km/h), you may of course reduce • The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing vehicle speed further as needed. tires only.
Page 379: Jack Location
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 379 Jack Location Spare Tire Location The jack and jack-handle are stowed underneath a cover The spare tire is stowed underneath the rear of the in the rear storage bin in the cargo area. vehicle and is held in place by means of a cable winch mechanism.
Page 380: Spare Tire Removal
380 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Turn OFF the ignition. 1. Remove the jack-handle components 1, 2 and 3 from storage and assemble them. 5. Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers. 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jack- ing position.
Page 381 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 381 nut socket at the end of component 1 faces upward when 4. Tilt the retainer at the end of the winch cable and seated on component 2. This will make it easier to rotate remove it from the center of the wheel.
Page 382: Spare Tire Stowage
382 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Stowage NOTE: On seven-passenger models, fold the third-row passenger seats flat. This will provide more space when accessing the jacking tools and when operating the winch mechanism. 1. Remove the jack-handle components 1, 2, and 3 from storage and assemble them.
Page 383 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 383 seated on component 2. This will make it easier to rotate 4. Tilt the retainer at the end of the winch cable and drop the assembly when operating the winch mechanism. it through the center of the wheel. Then place the spare tire with the cable and retainer underneath the vehicle.
Page 384: Jacking Instructions
384 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Fit the assembled jack-handle over the winch drive WARNING! (Continued) nut. Rotate the jack-handle assembly clockwise to raise • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to the spare tire into the storage area. Continue to rotate the be raised.
Page 385 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 385 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and jack-handle from WARNING! (Continued) stowage. • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts on the careful of motor traffic. wheel with the flat tire.
Page 386 386 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Engagement Locations...
Page 387 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 387 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise WARNING! with the jack handle. Raise the vehicle until the tire just clears the road surface and enough clearance is obtained To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel to install the spare tire.
Page 388 388 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 7. Install the wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the 10. Lower the jack to its fully closed position. nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the wheel nuts. WARNING! WARNING! A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle...
Page 389: Jump-Starting Procedures
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389 14. Check the tire pressure as soon as possible. Adjust the JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES tire pressure as required. Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it Wheel Nuts started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle Tighten all wheel nuts occasionally to eliminate the cannot be started this way.
Page 390 390 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES The battery is stored in a compartment that is located WARNING! (Continued) behind the left front fender and is accessible through the • Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or wheel well. Remote battery terminals are located in the bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical left side of the engine compartment for jump-starting.
Page 391 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 391 3. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- cal loads. 4. Remove the protective cover over the remote jump- start positive battery post (+) in the engine compartment. Connect one end of the jumper cable to the positive battery post.
Page 392 392 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with Sentry Key WARNING! (Continued) Immobilizer, turn the ignition switch to the ON position • During cold weather when temperatures are be- for three seconds before moving the ignition switch to the low the freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged START position.
Page 393: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 393 NOTE: WARNING! (Continued) If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Con- • Personal injury or property damage due to battery trol, turn the system OFF before attempting to explosion. “rock” the vehicle. Refer to “Partial Off Mode” under “Electronic Stability Program (ESP)”...
Page 394: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
394 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES vehicle may be used. Furthermore, rear towing is not WARNING! recommended with the front wheels on the ground, as transaxle damage can result. If rear towing is the only Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- alternative, a front end dolly must be used.
Page 395: Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With The Key In The Ignition And All Four Wheels On The Ground)
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 395 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Towing With The Key In The Ignition And All Four Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi- Wheels On The Ground) tions: •...
Page 396: Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With A Tow Dolly
396 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES All Wheel Drive (AWD) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle With Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi- A Tow Dolly tions: Front Wheel Drive (FWD) • The shift lever must be in NEUTRAL. Rear towing is not recommended with the front wheels on the ground, as transaxle damage can result.
Page 397: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil ......405 Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... . . 399 ▫...
Page 398 398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Exhaust System ..... 417 Bulb Replacement ..... 444 ▫...
Page 399: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Automatic Transaxle Dipstick 3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 —...
Page 400: Engine Compartment - 3.5L
400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.5L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 6 — Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 —...
Page 401: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause Diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emissions control system.
Page 402: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap This vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test, may also turn on the MIL. which you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if this vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE do the following: PROGRAMS...
Page 403: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 the ignition key or start the engine. This means that the serviced before going to the I/M station. The I/M station vehicle’s OBD II system is not ready and you should can fail the vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine not proceed to the I/M station.
Page 404: Maintenance Procedures
404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed systems may void your warranty and could result in civil maintenance schedule, there are other components which penalties being assessed against you. may require servicing or replacement in the future.
Page 405: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level CAUTION! (Continued) before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will that protect the performance and durability of give you an incorrect reading.
Page 406 406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet CAUTION! the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil Identification Symbol pressure and an increase in oil temperature.
Page 407 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 2.4L Engine The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature engine oil filler cap location, refer to the “Engine Com- starting and vehicle fuel economy.
Page 408: Engine Oil Filter
408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters Engine Air Cleaner Filter Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters, proper maintenance intervals.
Page 409: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection WARNING! The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air burn or even blind you.
Page 410: Air Conditioner Maintenance
410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance CAUTION! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • It is essential when replacing the cables on the should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should battery that the positive cable is attached to the include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance positive post and the negative cable is attached to...
Page 411 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning tioning system.
Page 412: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped
412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE A/C Air Filter — If Equipped Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the proper maintenance intervals. WARNING! Do not remove the A/C air filter while the blower is operating or personal injury may result. The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove box.
Page 413 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 4. Disengage the two retaining tabs that secure the filter 6. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter cover to the HVAC housing and remove the cover. pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the cover.
Page 414: Body Lubrication
414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Lubrication amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent directly into the seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, lock cylinder.
Page 415 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend- ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor performance of blades may be present with chattering, marks, water lines or wet spots. If any condition is present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humid cloth removing any debris that may be affecting its function.
Page 416: Adding Washer Fluid
416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press the blade holder.
Page 417: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system Exhaust System in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust rating information can be found on most washer fluid system.
Page 418 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- WARNING! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Page 419: Cooling System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 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 420 420 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 coolant at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for or steam from your radiator.
Page 421 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • This vehicle has not been designed for use with • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than propylene glycol-based engine coolant (anti- specified HOAT engine coolant (antifreeze), may freeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine result in engine damage and may decrease corro- coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended.
Page 422 422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- • The manufacturer recommends using MOPAR cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula the vehicle is operated.
Page 423 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
Page 424 424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is If an examination of your engine compartment shows no no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the vehicle may be coolant freeze point or replacing engine coolant (anti- safely driven.
Page 425: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery WARNING! bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is possibly an accident.
Page 426 426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may WARNING! cause leaking in the system. • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake Fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear. fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Brake fluid level should be checked when pads are Parts”...
Page 427: Automatic Transaxle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 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 428 428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check — 2.4L Engine driven at least 15 miles (24 km). Hot fluid cannot be held Use the following procedure to check the automatic comfortably between the fingertips. Cold fluid is at a transaxle fluid level properly: temperature below 80°F (27°C).
Page 429 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 Fluid and Filter Changes CAUTION! Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- proper maintenance intervals. facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- In addition, change the fluid and filter if the transaxle is ration in transaxle shift quality and/or torque disassembled for any reason.
Page 430: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Special Additives Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion product and its performance may be impaired by supple- Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- mental additives.
Page 431 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. and Tar Remover or equivalent to remove.
Page 432 432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider Special Care mud or stone shields behind each wheel. • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive • Use MOPAR near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once Touch Up Paint or equivalent on a month.
Page 433 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Interior Care Equipped Instrument Panel Cover Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface, ner: which minimizes reflections in the windshield. Do not •...
Page 434 434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 435: Cleaning The Cupholders
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win- Seat Belt Maintenance dow equipped with an electric defroster. Do not use Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical scrapers or other sharp instruments that may scratch the solvents or abrasive cleaners.
Page 436: Fuses
436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES CAUTION! Totally Integrated Power Module • When installing the power module cover, it is The Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) is located important to ensure the cover is properly posi- in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. tioned and fully latched.
Page 437 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Power Folding Seat 30 Amp Anti-Lock Brake Sys- — Green Pink tem (ABS) Valve/ — Electronic Stability 30 Amp Transfer Case — Program (ESP) Pink Module - if equipped...
Page 438 438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 60 Amp Ignition Off Draw 25 Amp Sunroof Module - if — — Yellow (IOD) Main Natural equipped 40 Amp Electric Back Light 15 Amp Center High Mounted —...
Page 439 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 20 Amp Power Outlet #2 (Bat- 15 Amp Vanity Lamps/ — Yellow tery or Accessory Blue Hands-Free Module (ACC) Selectable) (HFM) - if equipped, Remote Display - if 20 Amp Front Heated Seats -...
Page 440 440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Radio, Amplifier 10 Amp Occupant Restraint — Green (AMP) Controller (ORC)/ — Occupant Classifica- 20 Amp Cabin Compartment tion Module (OCM) Yellow Node (CCN), Multi- —...
Page 441 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp Electronic Vehicle In- 20 Amp Fuel Pump/Diesel — Blue formation Center Yellow Lift Pump (EVIC) - if equipped, 10 Amp Power MIRRORS Interior Lighting, —...
Page 442 442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp Rear Wiper Module 10 Amp Power Assist Module, Blue Module/Power Fold- HVAC Module, Head- — ing Mirror, J1962 Diag lamp Washers, Com- Feed —...
Page 443: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 Cartridge Mini- — ASD Relay (Feed for Cavity Description — Fuse Fuse M19 and M21) 25 Amp Lock/Unlock Motors — Radiator Fan Relay — — Natural Low Speed — Ignition Run/ VEHICLE STORAGE — Accessory Relay If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21 days you may want to take steps to preserve your —...
Page 444: Bulb Replacement
444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE LIGHT BULBS — Interior Bulb Number LIGHTS BULBS — Exterior Bulb No. Courtesy/Reading Lamps (Incandescent) ..578 Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) ..LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Courtesy/Reading Lamps (Optional LED) .
Page 445 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 2. Rotate the applicable bulb and connector assembly ⁄ 3. Disconnect the bulb from the harness connector and turn counterclockwise and remove the assembly from the then connect the replacement bulb. headlamp housing. CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life.
Page 446: Front Fog Lamp
446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Fog Lamp CAUTION! NOTE: Turn the steering wheel to the right if replacing Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil the left front fog lamp or to the left if replacing the right contamination will severely shorten bulb life.
Page 447 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 Changing the Tail/Stop/Rear Turn Signal Lamp 6. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the taillamp housing and rotate the connector ⁄ turn clock- 1. Open the liftgate. wise to lock it in place. 2. Remove the two fasteners from the inboard side of the 7.
Page 448: License Plate Lamp
448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Rotate the applicable bulb’s electrical connector ⁄ 5. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install turn counterclockwise and remove it from the housing. the replacement bulb. 6. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the housing and rotate the connector ⁄...
Page 449 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 3. Hold the lens with one hand and rotate the bulb’s electrical connector ⁄ turn counterclockwise with the other hand and then separate the bulb and connector assembly from the lens. 4. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and install the replacement bulb.
Page 450: Fluids And Capacities
450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models with 2.4L PZEV Engine 18.5 Gallons 70 Liters Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models without 2.4L PZEV Engine 20.5 Gallons 77.6 Liters All-Wheel Drive Models 21 Gallons 79.8 Liters Engine Oil with Filter...
Page 451: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hy- Engine Coolant brid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Engine Oil (2.4L Engine) Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 452: Chassis
452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transaxle MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Power Transfer Unit (PTU) MOPAR Gear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent. Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) MOPAR Gear Lubricant 75W-90 or equivalent. MOPAR DOT 3, SAE J1703 or equivalent should be used.
Page 453 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..456 Emissions Control System Maintenance ..454 Maintenance Schedule ....454...
Page 454 454 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type, The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. the continued proper functioning of the Emissions Con- On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) trol System.
Page 455 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 455 NOTE: Settings” of the EVIC section in this manual or under • The oil change indicator message will not monitor the “Odometer/Trip Odometer” in the “Instrument Cluster time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil Descriptions section of this manual.
Page 456 456 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake CAUTION! master cylinder, and transmission and add as needed. Failure to perform the required maintenance items • Check all lights and other electrical items for correct may result in damage to the vehicle. operation.
Page 457 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 457 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 458: Service Schedule
458 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 459 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 459 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 460 460 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 461 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 461 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 462 462 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 463 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 463 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 464 464 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 465 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 465 102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 466 466 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service 114 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 467 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 467 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 132 Months Maintenance Service 126 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 468 468 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service 138 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate tires. ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil ❏...
Page 469 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 469 † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions 150 Months Maintenance Service warranty. Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏...
Page 471: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle......473 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 472 472 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 479 Publication Order Forms ....477 ▫...
Page 473: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 473 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 474: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
474 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • 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.
Page 475: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 475 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 476: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)
476 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer 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 477: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 477 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an In Canada investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy should contact the Customer Service Department imme- campaign.
Page 478 478 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Service Manuals • Owner’s Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the information that students and professional technicians assistance of service and engineering specialists to need in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, acquaint you with specific Chrysler Group LLC ve- maintaining, servicing, and repairing Chrysler Group hicles.
Page 479: Traction Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 479 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Page 480: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire ▫ Temperature Grades
480 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 481 INDEX...
Page 482 482 INDEX About Your Brakes ....311,314 Airbag Maintenance ..... . . 67 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 483 INDEX 483 Auto Unlock, Doors ..... . . 30 Back-Up Lights ......446 Automatic Dimming Mirror .
Page 484 484 INDEX Fluid Check ..... . . 425,452 Carbon Monoxide Warning ....84,355 Master Cylinder .
Page 485 INDEX 485 Charging System Light ....188 Compact Spare Tire ..... . 336 Chart, Tire Sizing .
Page 486 486 INDEX Inspection ......423 Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player ... . . 252 Points to Remember .
Page 487 INDEX 487 Electric Remote Mirrors ....94 Jump Starting ......389 Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) .
Page 488 488 INDEX Oil Filler Cap ....399,400,407 Fabric Care ......433 Oil Filter .
Page 489 INDEX 489 Brake ......425,452 Materials Added ..... . . 354 Cooling System .
Page 490 490 INDEX Gauges Hazard Coolant Temperature ....181 Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Fuel ....... 181 Standing Water .
Page 491 INDEX 491 Heater ......270,274 Information Center, Vehicle ....200 Heater, Engine Block .
Page 492 492 INDEX Key, Replacement ......16 Light Bulbs ......85,443 Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) .
Page 493 INDEX 493 Electronic Throttle Control Warning ..187 Map Reading ......124 Exterior .
Page 494 494 INDEX Locks ....... . . 28 Manual, Service ......477 Auto Unlock .
Page 495 INDEX 495 Mopar Parts ......403,476 Checking ......405 MP3 Player .
Page 496 496 INDEX Overheating, Engine ....182,376 Door Locks ......29 Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .
Page 497 INDEX 497 Radial Ply Tires ......336 Reformulated Gasoline ....353 Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .
Page 498 498 INDEX Retractable Cargo Area Cover ....165 And Pregnant Women ....53 Reverse Lights .
Page 499 INDEX 499 Reclining ......98 Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage ....45 Reclining Rear .
Page 500 500 INDEX Automatic Transmission ....295 Sunglasses Storage ..... . . 136 Cold Weather .
Page 501 INDEX 501 Tip Start ....... 14 Radial ......336 Tire and Loading Information Placard .
Page 502 502 INDEX Traction ......307 Overdrive ......302 Traction Control .
Page 503 INDEX 503 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 263 Voice Recognition System (VR) ....96 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port ....252 Universal Transmitter .
Page 504 504 INDEX Windows, Express Down ....23 Wiper Blade Replacement ....414 Windshield Defroster .

Dodge 2010 Journey Manual

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