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Page 1 Avenger 2 0 1 1 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and features and equipment that are either standard or op- the name Chrysler Canada Inc.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............3 INTRODUCTION .
Page 4 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 5 INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Vehicle Identification Number ....6 How To Use This Manual .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision nicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares about workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all your satisfaction.
Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number
6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual, you may miss important information.
Page 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a accident resulting in serious injury or death. Stamped VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 10 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..18 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Remote Open Window Feature — If Power Windows ..... . . 35 Equipped .
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Rear Seat Belts ..... . . 50 ▫ Air Bag System Components ... . . 60 ▫...
Page 14: A Word About Your Keys
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys from your authorized dealer.
Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 occurs, rotate the key to the right slightly, then remove the key as described. If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition switch lock cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inop- erable.
Page 16: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The time for this feature is programmable. Refer to WARNING! (Continued) “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/ • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Fea- do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or tures)”...
Page 17: Locking Doors With A Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 • With either front door open, and the key in the The system uses ignition keys, which have an embedded ignition, neither the power door locks nor Remote electronic chip (transponder), to prevent unauthorized Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will function.
Page 18: Replacement Keys
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal Replacement Keys vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec- NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics. vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle.
Page 19: Customer Key Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Customer Key Programming 4. Insert a blank Sentry Key into the ignition switch. You can program new keys to the system if you have two Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within valid Sentry Keys by performing the following proce- 60 seconds.
Page 20: General Information
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE your vehicle. The remaining keys must then be repro- If something triggers the alarm, the Vehicle Security grammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to an autho- Alarm will signal for about 18 minutes. For the first three rized dealer at the time of service to be reprogrammed.
Page 21: To Disarm The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 • Once armed, the Vehicle Security Alarm disables the 2. Lock the door using either the power door lock switch (one door must be open) or the LOCK button on the unlock switch on the driver door trim panel and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter (doors can be passenger door trim panel, the trunk release button on open or closed), and close all doors.
Page 22: Illuminated Entry - If Equipped
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the The courtesy lights will turn on when you press the Vehicle Security Alarm will give you a false alarm.
Page 23: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat” position (extreme bottom position). REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors, open the trunk, lower both front windows (if equipped), or activate the Panic Alarm from distances approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) trans-...
Page 24 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors First 2. Release both buttons at the same time. Press 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- This feature lets you program the system to unlock either ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter the driver’s door or all doors on the first press of the with the ignition in the LOCK position and the key...
Page 25 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Flash Lights With Lock 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- The feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- with the ignition in the LOCK position and the key ter.
Page 26: To Lock The Doors
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. following steps: To Lock The Doors 1. Press the LOCK button on a programmed RKE trans- Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- mitter for at least four seconds, but not longer than ter to lock all doors.
Page 27: To Unlatch The Trunk
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: If there is no key in the ignition switch, pressing Using The Panic Alarm the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter while you are in To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, press and hold the vehicle will activate the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 28: Programming Additional Transmitters
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Programming Additional Transmitters Refer to Sentry Key “Customer Key Programming.” If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter, contact your authorized dealer for details. Transmitter Battery Replacement The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. NOTE: Perchlorate Material —...
Page 29: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 General Information 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with tower, airport transmitter, military base, and some mobile RS-210 of Industry Canada.
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Hood closed WARNING! • Trunk closed • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or • Hazard switch off confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon- oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Car- •...
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar • For security, power window operation is disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode. • Remote Start Aborted — Trunk Ajar • The engine can be started two consecutive times (two •...
Page 32: Door Locks
30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The DOOR LOCKS Vehicle Manual Door Locks Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and • For personal security and safety in the event of an do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or accident, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as ON/RUN mode.
Page 34: Power Door Locks
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks Automatic Door Locks feature can be enabled or disabled A door lock switch is located on the driver and passenger by your authorized dealer. See your authorized dealer for door panel.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Auto Unlock On Exit Programming 3. Press the power door unlock switch to unlock the The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be doors. enabled or disabled as follows: 4. A single chime will indicate the completion of the •...
Page 36: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear The Child-Protection Door Locks are located inside the Doors rear edge of the door. Insert the tip of the ignition key or To provide a safer environment for children riding in the similar flat-bladed object into the lock and rotate approxi- rear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have a Child- mately one-quarter turn to the lock or unlock position (as...
Page 37: Power Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 WARNING! Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged. NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the lock knob up (UNLOCKED position), roll down the window, and open the door with the outside door handle.
Page 38: Auto Window Down - If Equipped
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To cancel the Auto-Down movement, operate the switch WARNING! either in the up or down direction and release the switch. Never leave children in a vehicle, with the keys in For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle the ignition switch.
Page 39: Auto Window Up With Anti-Pinch Protection- If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 • Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger Auto Window Up With Anti-Pinch Protection— If Equipped the auto reverse function unexpectedly during auto- Lift the window switch fully upward to the second closure.
Page 40: Window Lockout Switch
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Window Lockout Switch Wind Buffeting The window lockout switch on the driver’s door allows Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of you to disable the window control on the other doors. To pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the disable the window controls on the other doors, press the ears.
Page 41: Trunk Release
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 TRUNK RELEASE With the ignition switch in the LOCK position or with the Use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) key out, the word “deck” will display until the trunk is transmitter to open the trunk from closed.
Page 42: Trunk Internal Emergency Release
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Trunk Internal Emergency Release OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS As a security measure, a Trunk Internal Emergency Some of the most important safety features in your Release lever is built into the trunk latching mechanism. vehicle are the restraint systems: In the event of an individual being locked inside the •...
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 • Knee bolsters/blockers for front seat occupants If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners that may for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold enhance occupant protection by managing occupant infant and child restraint systems.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow risk of harm from a deploying air bag: children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 4. Do not lean against the door or window. If your WARNING! (Continued) vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment between you and the door.
Page 46: Lap/Shoulder Belts
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even conditions. However, in an accident the belt will lock and on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver reduce your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle or and cause an accident that includes you.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front WARNING! (Continued) seat, next to your arm. Grasp the latch plate and pull out • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make the belt.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. on the shoulder belt.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully.
Page 51: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180° to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.
Page 52: Rear Seat Belts
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • ALR — Automatic Locking Retractor Rear Seat Belts The shoulder belt anchorages of the rear three-point belts If the passenger seating position is equipped with an are nonadjustable for outboard and center rear passen- ALR and is being used for normal usage: gers on sedans.
Page 53: Energy Management Feature
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 anytime a child safety seat is installed in a seating WARNING! position that has a belt with this feature. Children • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the rear seat.
Page 54: Seat Belt Pretensioners
52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) — If The seat belts for both front seating positions are Equipped equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to These head restraints are passive, deployable compo- remove slack from the seat belt in the event of an nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily accident.
Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the AHR. This system is designed to help prevent or reduce the extent of injuries to the driver and front passenger in certain types of rear impacts.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 1 — Downward Movement 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 2 — Rearward Movement I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 58: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For safety reasons, have the Active Head Restraints 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half. checked by a qualified specialist at an authorized dealer.
Page 59: Beltalert Programming
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 occupants to fasten their seatbelts. If the driver seatbelt is 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph not start the engine), and wait for the Seat Belt Reminder (8 km/h), BeltAlert will chime once and illuminate the Light to turn off.
Page 60: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is Using a seat belt extender when not needed can the best way to keep the baby safe.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation that are based on the severity and type of collision. This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon seat position.
Page 62: Air Bag System Components
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Air Bag Warning Light vehicle is equipped with SABIC, they are located above the side windows. The trim covering the side air bags is • Steering Wheel and Column labeled SRS AIRBAG. •...
Page 63: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • No objects should be placed over or near the air driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides bag on the instrument panel, because any such output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a...
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags may provide front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a deploys independently;...
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- brated to deploy the side air bags during impacts that require air bag occupant protection. WARNING! • If your vehicle is equipped with left and right Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC), do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the SABIC.
Page 66: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front WARNING! (Continued) Air Bags work with the knee bolsters to provide im- • If your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, proved protection for the driver and front passenger. Side do not have any accessory items installed which air bags also work with seat belts to improve occupant will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to...
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide addi- Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration tional protection by supplementing the seat belts in over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are certain frontal collisions depending on the severity and not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should type of collision.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Also, the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning WARNING! Light in the instrument panel for approxi- mately four to eight seconds for a self-check Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- when the ignition is first turned on.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 are possible, based on the collision type and severity. The Based on the severity and type of collision, the side air steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of bag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle may be the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as triggered, releasing a quantity of non-toxic gas.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the side Enhanced Accident Response System curtain air bag. The inflating side curtain air bag pushes In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and the communication network remains intact, and the covers the window.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 NOTE: Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all bag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye the air bag system.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or • Modifications to any part of the air bag system may not function properly if modifications are could cause it to fail when you need it.
Page 73: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine You will want to have the air bags ready to related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint inflate for your protection in a collision. The Controller (ORC) may also be disabled.
Page 74: Child Restraints
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, were buckled/fastened; such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- ment, can read the information if they have access to the •...
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Infants And Small Children WARNING! • Safety experts recommend that children ride In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, rearward-facing in the vehicle until they are at least can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg).
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LATCH child by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are restraint anchorage system. Refer to “Lower Anchors and less than one year old.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 you make sure that you can install the child restraint in WARNING! (Continued) the vehicle where you will use it, before you buy it. • A rearward-facing child restraint should only be •...
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE belt several times to shorten it. Insert the latch plate NOTE: For additional information, refer to into the buckle with the release button facing out. www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK. Cana- dian residents should refer to Transport Canada’s web- •...
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 seats such that two seats share a common lower anchor- age. If you are installing LATCH-compatible child re- straints in adjacent rear seating positions, you can use the LATCH anchors or the vehicle’s seat belt for the outboard position, but you must use the vehicle’s seat belt at the center position.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE have tether straps, and you are urged to take advantage Installing The LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint of all of the available attachments provided with your System child restraint in any vehicle. We urge you to carefully follow the directions of the manufacturer when installing your child restraint.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 window. These tether strap anchorages are under a provide the most direct path between the anchor and the plastic cover with this symbol on it. child restraint. Finally, tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped with seat, removing slack in the straps according to the child...
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. This should stow the seat belt out of the reach of an inquisitive child. Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and should not be played with, and never leave your child unattended in the vehicle.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 between the two posts. If not possible, lower the head Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard Belt side of the head restraint. The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor to secure 3.
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • N/A — Not Applicable buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint. Disconnect the latch plate from the • ALR — Automatic Locking Retractor buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt several times Installing a Child Restraint with an ALR: to shorten it.
Page 85: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS as possible. A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. •...
Page 86: Safety Tips
84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A new engine may consume some oil during its first few WARNING! (Continued) thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, considered a normal part of the break-in and not inter- inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 87: Exhaust Gas
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Exhaust Gas If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate WARNING! control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Page 88: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 belt system periodically, checking for cuts, authorized dealer for service if your defroster is frays, and loose parts.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Always make sure that floor mats are properly • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the attached to the floor mat fasteners. driver footwell while the vehicle is moving. Ob- •...
Page 90: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 91: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......93 Uconnect™ Phone — If Equipped ... 97 ▫...
Page 92 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Head Restraints ..... 141 Voice Command — If Equipped ... 128 ▫...
Page 93 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 ▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ....151 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..159 ▫...
Page 94 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Security ......167 ▫ Ignition Off Operation ....171 ▫...
Page 95: Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 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 96: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 97: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Power Mirrors To adjust a mirror, turn the control wand toward the left The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s or right mirror positions indicated. Tilt the control wand door trim panel. in the direction you want the mirror to move.
Page 98: Adjusting Side View Mirrors
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When you are finished adjusting the mirror, turn the WARNING! control to the center position to prevent accidentally moving a mirror. Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away Adjusting Side View Mirrors than they really are.
Page 99: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster. Refer to “Rear Window Features” in “Under- standing the Features of Your Vehicle”...
Page 100 • www.chrysler.com/uconnect mobile phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to • www.dodge.com/uconnect the vehicle’s Uconnect™ Phone. The Uconnect™ Phone • www.jeep.com/uconnect allows up to seven mobile phones to be linked to the system.
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 Voice Command Button WARNING! Actual button location may vary with the ra- dio. The individual buttons are described in the Any voice commanded system should be used only “Operation” section. in safe driving conditions following local laws and phone use.
Page 102: Operation
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Operation example, you can use the compound form voice Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect™ command “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect™ Phone the compound form command into two voice com- menu structure.
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 • When prompted, after the beep, say “Pair a Device” Cancel Command At any prompt, after the beep, you can say “Cancel” and and follow the audible prompts. you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a •...
Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Uconnect™ Phone will confirm the phone number phone to use if multiple mobile phones are in the vehicle at the same time. For example, if priority three and then dial. The number will appear in the display and priority five phones are present in the vehicle, the of certain radios.
Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 • The Uconnect™ system will confirm the name and • When prompted, enter the number designation (e.g., then dial the corresponding phone number, which “Home”, “Work”, “Mobile”, or “Other”). This will may appear in the display of certain radios. allow you to store multiple numbers for each phone- book entry, if desired.
Page 106 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Depending on the maximum number of entries down- Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone loaded, there may be a short delay before the latest If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, downloaded names can be used.
Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Edit Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in NOTE: the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return •...
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect™ Phonebook Entries then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish • Press the button to begin. to delete.
Page 109: Phone Call Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 List All Names In The Uconnect™ Phonebook Phone Call Features The following features can be accessed through the • Press the button to begin. Uconnect™ Phone if the feature(s) are available on your •...
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — Call in progress. To go back to the first call, refer to “Toggling Currently In Progress Between Calls” in this section. To combine two calls, refer If a call is currently in progress and you have another to “Conference Call”...
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Conference Call Call Termination When two calls are in progress (one active and one on To end a call in progress, momentarily press the hold), press and hold the button until you hear a button.
Page 112: Uconnect™ Phone Features
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Call Continuation Uconnect™ Phone Features Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the Language Selection Uconnect™ Phone after the vehicle ignition key has been To change the language that the Uconnect™ Phone is switched to OFF.
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Emergency Assistance Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is not be applicable with the available mobile service and reachable: area. •...
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Towing Assistance Paging If you need towing assistance: To learn how to page, refer to “Working with Automated Systems”. Paging works properly except for pagers of • Press the button to begin. certain companies, which time out a little too soon to •...
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 When calling a number with your Uconnect™ Phone that The Uconnect™ Phone will then send the corresponding normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence phone number associated with the phonebook entry, as on your mobile phone keypad, you can press the tones over the phone.
Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system You can dial a phone number with your mobile phone from confirming your choices (e.g., the Uconnect™ keypad and still use the Uconnect™...
Page 117: Advanced Phone Connectivity
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF) from your Uconnect™ Phone paired mobile phone to the When you mute the Uconnect™ Phone, you will still be Uconnect™ Phone or vice versa, press the button able to hear the conversation coming from the other and say “Transfer Call”.
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, say “List Phones”. • The selected phone will be used for the next phone call. If the selected phone is not available, the • The Uconnect™ Phone will play the phone names of Uconnect™...
Page 119: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ Phone
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ You can either press the Uconnect™ Phone button to Phone restore the factory setting or repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the Uconnect™ Phone. For Uconnect™...
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • fully closed windows, Voice Command • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to • dry weather condition. provide at least ⁄ in (1 cm) gap between the overhead • Even though the system is designed for users speaking console (if equipped) and the mirror.
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 • Numbers must be spoken in single digits. “800” must • fully closed windows, be spoken “eight-zero-zero” not “eight hundred”. • dry weather conditions, and • You can say “O” (letter “O”) for “0” (zero). •...
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages: Uconnect™ Phone can read or send new messages on You can send messages using Uconnect™ Phone. To send your phone. a new message: • Press the Read Messages: button. If you receive a new text message while your phone is •...
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 List of Preset Messages: 11. See You in 15 minutes 1. Yes 12. I am on my way 2. No 13. I’ll be late 3. Where are you? 14. Are you there yet? 4.
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Turn SMS Incoming Announcement ON/OFF Bluetooth Communication Link Turning the SMS Incoming Announcement OFF will stop Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the the system from announcing the new incoming mes- Uconnect™...
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 126 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...
Page 130: General Information
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information NOTE: Take care to speak into the Voice Interface This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and System as calmly and normally as possible. The ability of RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the the Voice Interface System to recognize user voice com- following conditions: mands may be negatively affected by rapid speaking or a...
Page 131: Commands
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists The system will best recognize your speech if the win- options, press the Voice Command button, listen dows are closed, and the heater/air conditioning fan is set to low.
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Say a command (e.g., “Help”). Radio AM To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In 3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the this mode, you may say the following commands: volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Command •...
Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) Disc To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) may say the following commands: Satellite Radio •...
Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Switch to system setup” − “Continue” (to continue recording) • “Change to setup” − “Delete” (to delete the recording) • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) • “Main menu setup” or —...
Page 135: Voice Training
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Voice Training SEATS For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog- Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the nizing their voice commands or numbers the Uconnect™ vehicle. Voice “Voice Training” feature may be used. WARNING! 1.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the seat up, down, forward, rearward, or to tilt the seat. Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Use the seatback control to adjust the angle of the The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. seatback.
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Reclining The Seatback WARNING! (Continued) The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the backward. Push the seatback switch forward or rear- shoulder belt is no longer resting against your ward, the seat will move in the direction of the switch.
Page 138: Heated Seats - If Equipped
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats — If Equipped NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt There are two heated seat switches that allow the driver within two to five minutes. and passenger to operate the seats independently. The When the HIGH-level setting is selected, the heater will controls for each heater are located near the bottom provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes...
Page 139: Manual Front Seat Adjustments
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Manual Front Seat Adjustments WARNING! The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin the floor. Pull the bar upward to move the seat to the desired position.
Page 140: Driver Seat Manual Height Adjuster - If Equipped
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Page 141: Reclining Seats
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Reclining Seats WARNING! The recliner control is on the side of the seat. To recline, • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is lean forward slightly before lifting the lever, then lean back to the desired position and release the lever.
Page 142: Lumbar Support - If Equipped
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lumbar Support — If Equipped Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat This feature allows you to increase or decrease the The recline handle on the front passenger seat also amount of lumbar support. The control lever is located releases the seatback to fold forward.
Page 143: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 The hard seatback features a work surface and a molded Head Restraints rim for retaining items stored on the seatback panel. Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact.
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Active Head Restraints — Front Seats To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push identified by any markings, only through visual inspec- downward on the head restraint.
Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 For comfort the Active Head Restraints can be tilted forward and rearward. To tilt the head restraint closer to the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the head restraint. Push rearward on the bottom of the head restraint to move the head restraint away from your head.
Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- WARNING! (Continued) straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things to Know Before are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose Starting Your Vehicle”...
Page 147: Folding Rear Seat
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Folding Rear Seat WARNING! To provide additional storage area, the rear seatback can • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into be folded forward. Pull on the loops shown in the picture to fold down either or both seatbacks.
Page 148: Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Rear Seat Center Armrest TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD The rear seat is equipped with a folding armrest with To open the hood, two latches must be released. cupholders. 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel.
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 2. Lift the secondary latch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center and raise the hood. Hood Prop Rod Hole Location Before closing the hood, make sure to stow the prop rod in its proper location.
Page 150: Lights
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE passing light, fog lights, instrument panel light dimming CAUTION! and turn signals. The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it.
Page 151: Headlights And Parking Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Headlights And Parking Lights Automatic Headlights — If Equipped Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent Turning the end of the multifunction lever to the third for parking light operation. Turn to the second detent for detent (AUTO), will activate the automatic headlight headlight operation.
Page 152: Headlight Time Delay
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE With the engine running and the multifunction lever in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on and turn off based on the surrounding light levels. Headlight Time Delay There is also a feature that delays turning off the vehicle lights for 30, 60 or 90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned OFF.
Page 153: Lane Change Assist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Lane Change Assist Fog Lights — If Equipped Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond The front fog light switch is on the multifunction the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash lever.
Page 154: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The front fog lights will only operate with the Instrument Panel Dimmer headlights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme will turn off the front fog lights. bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a Daytime Running Lights —...
Page 155: Map/Reading/Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle. They will not turn off automatically. Interior lighting also comes on when a door is opened or the dimmer control is turned fully upward, past the second detent.
Page 156: Windshield Wipers And Washers
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE There is a second light located midway back in the headliner. To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the interior lights were switched on manually or are on because a door is open.
Page 157: Intermittent Wiper System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 CAUTION! • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off. •...
Page 158: Windshield Washers
156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle Windshield Washers every second to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds To use the washer, pull the windshield wiper/washer between cycles. control lever toward you and hold it for as long as washer spray is desired.
Page 159: Mist Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with defroster before and during wind- shield washer use.
Page 160: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE column) is placed in the AUTO position. In addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature. The headlights with wipers feature can be turned on or off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) —...
Page 161: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve- hicle.
Page 162: To Activate
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic To Set A Desired Speed Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle vehicle set speed. has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button and release.
Page 163: To Resume Speed
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 To Resume Speed decrease until the button is released. Release the button To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) when the desired speed is reached, and the new set speed button and release.
Page 164: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so The HomeLink buttons that are located in the headliner it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed or sun visor designate the three different HomeLink Control.
Page 165: Programming Homelink
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 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 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • After training a HomeLink channel, if the garage Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while door does not operate with HomeLink and the ga- keeping the indicator light in view.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 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 168: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 trans- trained.
Page 169: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 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 170: General Information
168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The sunroof controls are mounted between the dome/ Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following reading lights.
Page 171: Opening Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Opening Sunroof — Express WARNING! Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in second and the sunroof will open automatically from any position.
Page 172: Closing Sunroof - Express
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Closing Sunroof — Express sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc- Press the switch forward and release it within one-half tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and second and the sunroof will close automatically from any release to Express Close.
Page 173: Wind Buffeting
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Wind Buffeting Ignition Off Operation Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the Information Center (EVIC), the power sunroof switch ears.
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The instrument panel power outlet, located below the A second power outlet is located inside the center con- climate control knobs, has power available only when the sole. ignition is ON. This power outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 NOTE: To ensure proper operation a MOPAR knob and element must be used. CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced.
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 177: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF EQUIPPED An optional ash receiver is available from your autho- rized dealer and will fit in the center console front cupholder. The optional ash receiver also comes with a cigar lighter that can be used with the power outlets.
Page 178: Rear Seat Bottle Holder
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Seat Bottle Holder WARNING! There are built-in bottle holders located in both rear 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 179: Console Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Glovebox Storage Compartment Opened Glovebox Pull on the handle to open the glovebox. CONSOLE FEATURES The center console is located between the front driver and passenger seats. The center console armrest slides forward from design position to provide added user comfort.
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE “Power Outlets” in “Understanding The Feature Of Your The top compartment holds small items, such as a pen Vehicle” for further information. and note pad, while the larger bottom compartment will hold CDs and alike. The bottom compartment also con- tains a 12 Volt power outlet.
Page 181: Cargo Area Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 WARNING! WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into Do not operate this vehicle with a console compart- position. If the seatback in not securely locked ment lid in the open position. Cellular phones, music into position, the seat will not provide the proper players, and other handheld electronic devices stability for child seats and/or passengers.
Page 182: Ski Pass-Through
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ski Pass-Through WARNING! (Continued) There is a ski pass-through door located behind the rear • The weight and position of cargo and passengers seat armrest that allows longer items, such as snow skis, can change the vehicle center of gravity and ve- to be stored in the rear cargo area.
Page 183: Rear Window Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to The rear window defroster button is located on the the heating elements: climate control (Mode) knob. Press this button to •...
Page 184 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Trip Functions ..... . 207 Instrument Panel Features ....186 ▫...
Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) ..234 And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video) . . . 223 ▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..235 ▫...
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 ▫ Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If Steering Wheel Audio Equipped ......255 Controls —...
Page 188: Instrument Panel Features
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 5 — Passenger Airbag 9 — Power Outlet 2 — Side Window Demister Outlet 6 — Glove Compartment 10 — Climate Controls 3 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Heated Seat Switch — If Equipped 11 —...
Page 189: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 190: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and 1. Temperature Gauge the Fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat ture.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 5. Low Fuel Light If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting When the fuel level drops to approximately 2.0 gal- Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies”. lons (7.6 Liters), the fuel symbol will light and a 7.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL flash or remain on continuously. Refer to “Occupant 10. Engine Temperature Warning Light Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your This light warns of an overheated engine condi- Vehicle” for further information. tion. If the engine is critically hot, a warning chime will sound 10 times.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp to the ABS system is required.
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 12. Tachometer been driven. If your odometer needs to be repaired or The silver area of the scale shows the permissible engine serviced, the repair technician should leave the odometer revolutions-per-minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear range. reading the same as it was before the repair or service.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 Vehicle Odometer Messages LoW tirE When the appropriate conditions exist, the odometer will When the appropriate condition exists, the odometer display the following messages: display will toggle between LoW and tirE for three cycles. door ......Door Ajar HOTOIL dECK .
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the odom- To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the eter reset button to turn off the “gASCAP” message. Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset (Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic System —...
Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 15. Cruise Indicator — If Equipped 17. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light This indicator shows that the Electronic Speed This light informs you of a problem with the Control System is ON. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a problem is detected, the light will come on 16.
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 18. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped The light will begin to flash slowly indicating that the This indicator will illuminate when the park system is armed. The light will stop flashing when the lights or headlights are turned on. vehicle is disarmed.
Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 NOTE: 24. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Each tire, including the spare (if provided), Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on mo- should be checked monthly when cold and mentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to inflated to the inflation pressure recommended ON/RUN.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to...
Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 25. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) CAUTION! The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD that Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause monitors emissions, engine, and automatic trans- damage to the engine control system.
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 26. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light — If Equipped should come on. If the light does not come on, have the This light monitors the ABS. This light will system inspected by an authorized dealer. come on when the ignition key is turned to the 27.
Page 203: Mini-Trip Computer - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 MINI-TRIP COMPUTER — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The Mini-Trip Computer is located in the instrument cluster and features a driver-interactive trip information If the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is and temperature display. illuminated and you continue operating the vehicle, in some circumstances you could cause the fluid to NOTE: The system will display the last known outside boil over, come in contact with hot engine or exhaust...
Page 204: Control Buttons
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Buttons RESET Button To reset the display shown, turn the ignition switch to the ON position, then press and hold the RESET button located on the steering wheel. The following displays can be reset or changed: •...
Page 205: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER The EVIC consists of the following: (EVIC) – IF EQUIPPED • Compass Heading Display (N, S, E, W, NE, NW, SE, The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the •...
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The system allows the driver to select information by Press and release the MENU button to advance pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering the display to Trip Functions or Personal Set- wheel: tings or to return to the default System Status display.
Page 207: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 • RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) Battery Low (with a Press and release the SELECT Button to accept a selection. The SELECT Button also resets single chime) various Trip Functions. • Personal Settings Not Available – Vehicle Not In PARK SELECT •...
Page 208: Oil Change Required - If Equipped
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Change Required (with a single chime) Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN • ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and •...
Page 209: Trip Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 Trip Functions The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- Press and release the MENU button until one of the tion: following Trip Functions displays in the EVIC: • ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped •...
Page 210: Display Units In
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • 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 Elapsed time will increment when the ignition switch is determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous in the ON or START position.
Page 211: Tire Psi
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 Tire PSI Compass Display Press and release the MENU button until Tire PSI is The compass heading indicates the direction highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the SELECT the vehicle is facing. Press and release the button and one of the following will be displayed: compass button to display one of eight compass heading and the outside tempera-...
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL one or more 360–degree turns (in an area free from large 3. Press and release the DOWN button until “Calibrate metal or metallic objects) until the CAL indicator in the Compass Yes” displays in the EVIC. EVIC turns off.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 NOTE: Magnetic and battery powered devices, (such as 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Leave the cell phones, iPod’s, radar detectors, PDA’s and laptops) shift lever in PARK. should be kept away from the top of the instrument 2.
Page 214: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Personal Settings Auto Unlock on Exit (Customer-Programmable Features) When ON is selected and the transaxle is in the PARK or Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall NEUTRAL position, all doors will unlock when the features when the automatic transaxle is in PARK.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 Sound Horn with Lock Headlights With Wipers When ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur when (Available with Auto Headlights Only) the RKE transmitter LOCK button is pressed. This feature When ON is selected, and the headlight switch is in the may be selected with or without the Flash Lights with AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxi- Lock feature.
Page 216: Starting And Operating
214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Opening either front vehicle door will cancel this feature. Display ECO — If Equipped To make your selection, press the SELECT button until The “ECO” message is located in the EVIC, this message Off, 45 sec., 5 min., or 10 min. appears. can be turned on or off.
Page 217: Media Center 230 (Req) - Am/Fm Stereo Radio And 6-Disc Cd/Dvd Changer (Mp3/Wma Aux Jack)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 MEDIA CENTER 230 (REQ) — AM/FM STEREO Operating Instructions - Radio Mode RADIO AND 6–DISC CD/DVD CHANGER NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) 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 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 Clock Setting Procedure INFO Button Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call 1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text 2.
Page 220: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second MUSIC TYPE Button time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mode for five seconds.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Program Type 16-Digit Character Display Information Inform Top 40 Top 40 Jazz Jazz Weather Weather News News By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon Nostalgia Nostalga is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency Oldies Oldies station with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • DVD Enter - When the disc is in DVD Menu mode, • Angle – Repeatedly pressing SELECT will change selecting DVD Enter will allow you to play the current the viewing angle if supported by the DVD disc (if highlighted selection.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 • Set Home Clock - Pressing the SELECT button allows Audio Language — If Equipped you to set the clock. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control Selecting this item allows you to choose a default audio knob to adjust the hours and then press and turn the language (effective only if the language is supported by TUNE/SCROLL control knob to adjust the minutes.
Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio DRC — If Equipped NOTE: The user will have to set these defaults before Selecting this item allows you to limit maximum audio loading a disc. If changes are made to these settings after dynamic range.
Page 225: Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For Cd And Mp3/Wma Audio Play, Dvd-Video)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 You may add a second station to each pushbutton by Operation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO) the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display The radio DVD player and many DVD discs are coded by window.
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC Eject Button — Ejecting Compact Disc(s) position to operate the radio. Press the EJECT button and the pushbutton with the corresponding number (1-6) where the LOAD Button —...
Page 227: Notes On Playing Mp3/Wma Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 SCAN Button (CD MODE) Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files Press the SCAN button to scan through each track on the The radio can play MP3/WMA files; however, acceptable CD currently playing. MP3/WMA file recording media and formats are limited. When writing MP3/WMA files, pay attention to the TIME Button (CD MODE) following restrictions.
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The radio uses the following limits for file systems: If a disc contains multi-formats, such as CD audio and MP3/WMA tracks, the radio will only play the MP3/ • Maximum number of directory levels: 8 WMA tracks on that disc.
Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 Playback of MP3/WMA Files MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) When a medium containing MP3/WMA data is loaded, Specification quency (kHz) the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium 320, 256, 224, contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MPEG-1 Audio 192, 160, 128,...
Page 230: List Button (Disc Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)
228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL LIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play) Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders to return to elapsed time display. on the disc.
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode) Operating Instructions — Voice Command System No function. (If Equipped) For the radio, Refer to “Voice Command” in the EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode) Uconnect™ User Manual located on the DVD for further No function.
Page 232: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If
230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Macrovision NOTE: Sirius service is not available in Hawaii and has This product incorporates copyright protection technol- limited coverage in Alaska. ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec- System Activation tual property rights. Use of this copyright protection Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio...
Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 2. Your Vehicle Identification Number. placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased performance. Larger luggage items such as To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within ESN/SID Access the loading design of the rack.
Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia INFO Button (Satellite) Mode Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or able).
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory seconds will allow the program format type to be selected. When you are receiving a channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button.
Page 236: Media Center 730N/430/430N
234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Buttons 1 - 6 MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES) These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations). side of the radio faceplate.
Page 237: Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 Operating Instructions — Radio Mode to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC another selection.
Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL knob to save time change. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the mid-range tones.
Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to You may add a second station to each pushbutton by exit setting tone, balance, and fade. repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the SET/RND button twice and SET 2 will show in the AM/FM Button display window.
Page 240: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio MP3 Audio Play ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and begin to play when you insert the disc. The display will NOTE: show the track number, and index time in minutes and •...
Page 241 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in CD and MP3 modes. TIME Button Press this button to change the display from a large CD If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within...
Page 242: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) Press this button while the CD is playing to activate The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.
Page 243 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- following table are supported.
Page 244: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended supported. to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Playback of MP3 Files before writing to the disc.
Page 245: Media Center 130 With Satellite Radio (Sales Code Res+Rsc)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) Press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when ignition is OFF). MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SATELLITE RADIO (SALES CODE RES+RSC) NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate.
Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Voice Command System (Radio) — If Equipped Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the Refer to “Voice Command” in “Understanding The Fea- radio. Push the ON/VOLUME control knob a second tures If Your Vehicle”.
Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control Uconnect Phone”...
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL RW/FF Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a third Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons time and TREBLE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL causes the tuner to search for the next frequency in the control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the direction of the arrows.
Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five Program Type 16-Digit Character Display seconds will allow the program format type to be se- News News lected. Many radio stations do not currently broadcast Nostalgia Nostalga Music Type information.
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type icon the minutes using the right side TUNE/SCROLL is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob station with the same selected Music Type name.
Page 251: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 display window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD and SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM MP3 Audio Play and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory.
Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 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 253: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 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 254 252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Maximum number of characters in file/folder names: Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 • Level 1: 12 (including a separator . and a three- Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. character extension) When reading discs recorded using formats other than •...
Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the supported. following table are supported. In addition, variable bit Playback of MP3 Files rates (VBR) are also supported.
Page 256: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)
254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended Press the INFO button once more to return to elapsed to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a time priority mode. single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or before writing to the disc.
Page 257: Uconnect™ Multimedia (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up. If the System Activation AUX audio sounds distorted, turn the device’s volume Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you down. may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio service that is included with the factory-installed satellite TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) radio system in your vehicle.
Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps: bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly ESN/SID Access on or above the antenna. With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi- tion and the radio on, press the SETUP button and scroll Reception Quality...
Page 259 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 Operating Instructions - Uconnect™ Multimedia INFO Button (Satellite) Mode Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or able).
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five SET Button – To Set the Pushbutton Memory seconds will allow the program format type to be selected. When you are receiving a channel that you wish to commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button.
Page 261: Ipod /Usb/Mp3 Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be button number will display. plugged into the USB port, located in the center of the instrument panel below the climate controls.
Page 262: Connecting The Ipod Or External Usb Device
260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Connecting The iPod Or External USB Device Once the audio device is connected and synchronized to Use the connection cable to connect an iPod or external the vehicle’s iPod /USB/MP3 control system (iPod or USB device to the vehicle’s USB connector port which is external USB device may take a few minutes to connect), located in the center of the instrument panel below the the audio device starts charging and is ready for use by...
Page 263: Controlling The Ipod Or External Usb Device Using Radio Buttons
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 • The audio device can be controlled using the radio mode. In Play mode, the following buttons on the radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod contents. faceplate may be used to control the iPod or external USB device and display data: •...
Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • A single press backward << RW or forward FF >> will • Press the SCAN button to use iPod /USB/MP3 de- jump backward or forward respectively, for five vice scan mode, which will play the first 10 seconds of seconds.
Page 265: List Or Browse Mode
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 • During all List modes, the iPod displays all lists in List Or Browse Mode During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described “wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the below, will bring up List mode. List mode enables bottom of the list, just turn the wheel backward scrolling through the list of menus and tracks on the (counterclockwise) to get to the track faster.
Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Pressing a PRESET button will display the current CAUTION! list on the top line and the first item in that list on • Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any the second line. supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in •...
Page 267: Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Btsa)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) 2. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the Setup , then Select Audio Devices . Uconnect™ phone system. 3. Say the name of the audio device or ask the Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons Uconnect™...
Page 268: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. The left and right controls are rocker-type switches with a pushbutton in the center of each switch.
Page 269: Left-Hand Switch Functions For Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 • Press the button in the center of the switch to change beginning of the previous track if it is within one modes (i.e., AM, FM, etc.). second after the current track begins to play. •...
Page 270: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners, RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES or anti-static sprays. Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from 5.
Page 271: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 Manual Heating And Air Conditioning Blower Control Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ven- tilation system in any mode. The blower speed increases as you move the control to the right from the “O” (OFF) position.
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Temperature Control Mode Control (Air Direction) Rotate this control to regulate the tem- Rotate this control to choose from sev- perature of the air inside the passenger eral patterns of air distribution. You compartment. Rotating the dial left can select either a primary mode as into the blue area of the scale indicates identified by the symbols on the con-...
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, there Defrost is a difference in temperature between the upper and Air is directed through the windshield and side lower outlets. The warmer air flows to the floor outlets. window demist outlets.
Page 274 272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK NOTE: • Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Air Conditioning Control Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
Page 275: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 • ECONOMY MODE Automatic Operation If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn The Automatic Temperature Control system automati- OFF the indicator light and the A/C compressor. Then, cally maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at move the temperature control to the desired temperature.
Page 276 274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If your air conditioning performance seems lower than the desired comfort level require air conditioning, the system will automatically make the adjustment. expected, check the front of the A/C condenser located in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt or You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply insects.
Page 277 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 Blower Control Mode Preferred Automatic, or Blower and Mode Pre- For full automatic operation or for ferred Automatic. This means the operator can override automatic blower operation, turn the the blower, the mode, or both. There is a manual blower knob to the AUTO position.
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 279 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 • Floor The operator can override the AUTO mode setting to change airflow distribution by rotating the Mode Control Air is directed through the floor outlets with a knob (on the right) to one of the following positions. small amount flowing through the defrost and side window demist outlets.
Page 280 278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Air Conditioner Control NOTE: • When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK Press this button to turn on the air conditioning during manual operation position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled. only. When the air conditioning is •...
Page 281: Operating Tips
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 • Most of the time, when in Automatic Operation, you Summer Operation can temporarily put the system into Recirculation The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles Mode by pressing the Recirculation button. However, must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant under certain conditions, while in Automatic Mode, to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect the system is blowing air out the defrost vents.
Page 282 280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Window Fogging Outside Air Intake Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The Mix windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 Control Setting Suggestions for Various Weather Conditions I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 284 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 285 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....288 Automatic Transmission ....292 ▫...
Page 286 284 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ General Information ....299 ▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ... 309 ▫...
Page 287 STARTING AND OPERATING 285 ▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ....327 Tire Rotation Recommendations ... 336 ▫...
Page 288 286 STARTING AND OPERATING Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) — Adding Fuel ......354 If Equipped ......350 ▫...
Page 289 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights Recreational Towing (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ..362 (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) ....369 ▫...
Page 290: Starting Procedures
288 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic Transmission Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL 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 to any driving gear.
Page 291: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or 29°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 289 For vehicles equipped with Tip Start (Six-Speed Trans- If Engine Fails To Start mission), turn the ignition switch to the START position WARNING! and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage auto- •...
Page 292 290 STARTING AND OPERATING Without Tip Start If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15- If the engine fails to start after you have followed the second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- held to the floor, repeat the “Normal Starting”...
Page 293: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 The engine block heater cord is bundled under the hood CAUTION! between the headlight assembly and the Totally Inte- grated Power Module (Fuse Box) on the driver’s side of To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 sec- the vehicle.
Page 294: Automatic Transmission
292 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 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 transmission may occur if the follow- idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake ing precautions are not observed: pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward •...
Page 295: Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock Systems
STARTING AND OPERATING 293 Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock WARNING! (Continued) Systems • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure These systems prevent the key fob from being removed those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, unless the shift lever is in PARK. They also prevent you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is shifting out of PARK unless the ignition switch is out of running.
Page 296: Brake/Transmission Interlock System
294 STARTING AND OPERATING Brake/Transmission Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. To move the shift lever out of the PARK position, the ignition switch must be turned to any other switch position (ACC, ON, or START) (engine running or not) and the brake pedal must be pressed.
Page 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever in the WARNING! (Continued) PARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise number of reasons.
Page 298 296 STARTING AND OPERATING NEUTRAL example: When operating the vehicle under heavy load- This range is used when vehicle is standing for pro- ing conditions, (i.e. in hilly terrain, traveling into strong longed periods with engine running. Engine may be headwinds, or while towing heavy trailers).
Page 299 STARTING AND OPERATING 297 DRIVE 3— Four-Speed Transmission CAUTION! This range eliminates shifts into fourth gear. The trans- mission will operate normally in first and second gear. If the transmission operating temperature exceeds Shifts into third may be delayed to provide second gear acceptable limits, the vehicle computer may override operation at higher speeds.
Page 300: Autostick - If Equipped
298 STARTING AND OPERATING In the event that the problem has been momentary, the vehicle. AutoStick allows you to maximize engine brak- transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears. ing, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts, and improve overall vehicle performance. This system can 1.
Page 301: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 • The transmission will automatically shift up when AutoStick is deactivated when the shift lever is shifted from the AutoStick (+/-) position into the DRIVE maximum engine speed is reached while AutoStick is position. engaged. • Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when General Information AutoStick is engaged.
Page 302: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
300 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Acceleration wedge of water to build up between the tire and road Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- surface.
Page 303: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 DRIVING THROUGH WATER Shallow Standing Water Driving through water more than a few inches/ Although your vehicle is capable of driving through centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure shallow standing water, consider the following Caution safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.
Page 304 302 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause dam- • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
Page 305: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 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 306: Parking Brake
304 STARTING AND OPERATING checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all pated.
Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 NOTE: WARNING! • When the parking brake is applied and the transmis- • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for sion is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will sound the parking brake.
Page 308: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
306 STARTING AND OPERATING ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING! (Continued) The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged vehicle stability and brake performance under most before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake braking conditions.
Page 309 STARTING AND OPERATING 307 service is required. However, the conventional brake WARNING! (Continued) system will continue to operate normally if the “Brake • The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including Warning Light” is not on. those resulting from excessive speed in turns, If the “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light”...
Page 310: Electronic Brake Control System
308 STARTING AND OPERATING properly. This self check occurs each time the vehicle is WARNING! started and accelerated past 7 mph (11 km/h). The Anti-Lock Brake System contains sophisticated ABS is activated during braking under certain road or electronic equipment that may be susceptible to stopping conditions.
Page 311: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 309 together to enhance vehicle stability and control in vari- spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the ous driving conditions and are commonly referred to as brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine ESC.
Page 312: Hill Start Assist (Hsa) - If Equipped
310 STARTING AND OPERATING reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer Hill Start Assist (HSA) – If Equipped desired. Once the brake pedal is released, the BAS is The HSA system is designed to assist the driver in deactivated.
Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 HSA Activation Criteria The system will only work if the intended direction of the The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to vehicle and vehicle gear match. For example, if the activate: intended direction is forward up a hill and the vehicle is in DRIVE and the activation criteria are met, HSA will •...
Page 314: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
312 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 10. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to it’s previous setting. 3. Apply the parking brake. EVIC Equipped Vehicles 4. Start the engine. HSA is a Customer Programmable Feature on a EVIC 5.
Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 path does not match the intended path, ESC applies the WARNING! brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, •...
Page 316 314 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Operating Modes reduction. This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle All ESC equipped vehicles can choose the following ESC is in deep snow, sand, or gravel conditions and more operating modes: wheel spin than ESC would normally allow is required to gain traction.
Page 317: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 315 To turn ESC on again, momentarily press the “ESC Off” ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And switch. This will restore the normal “ESC On” mode of ESC OFF Indicator Light operation. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on WARNING! when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Page 318: Tire Safety Information
316 STARTING AND OPERATING Malfunction Indicator Light” begins to flash during ac- TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION celeration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little Tire Markings throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions. NOTE: •...
Page 319 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” ing the size designation.
Page 320 318 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 321 STARTING AND OPERATING 319 EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
Page 322: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
320 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 323: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 321 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof. Cold Tire Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 324: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
322 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar. Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Placard Location I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 323 axles must not be exceeded. For further information on This placard tells you important information about GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the: “Vehicle Loading” in this section. 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of...
Page 326 324 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- NOTE: • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of of your vehicle with varying seating configurations cargo and luggage load capacity.
Page 327 STARTING AND OPERATING 325 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 328: Tires - General Information
326 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 329: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 327 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 330 328 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 331: Radial-Ply Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 329 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 332: Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel - If Equipped
330 STARTING AND OPERATING Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire and CAUTION! Wheel – If Equipped The spare tire of your vehicle is equivalent in look and Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take function as the original equipment tire and wheel found your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a on the front or rear axle of your vehicle.
Page 333: Full Size Spare - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 331 Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip- Full Size Spare – If Equipped ment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. on your vehicle at the first opportunity. This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Page 334: Tire Spinning
332 STARTING AND OPERATING your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the Tire Spinning original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or icy conditions, do not first opportunity. spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without WARNING! stopping.
Page 335: Tread Wear Indicators
STARTING AND OPERATING 333 Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth to help you in determining when your tires should be becomes 1/16 in (2 mm).
Page 336: Replacement Tires
334 STARTING AND OPERATING Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little WARNING! exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than with oil, grease, and gasoline. that specified for your vehicle.
Page 337: Tire Chains
STARTING AND OPERATING 335 SNOW TIRES WARNING! (Continued) Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having during the winter. All season tires can be identified by the adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire M+S designation on the tire sidewall.
Page 338: Tire Rotation Recommendations
336 STARTING AND OPERATING poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern checked before using these tire types. does not apply to some directional tires that must not be reversed.
Page 339: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
STARTING AND OPERATING 337 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) The TPM System will warn the driver of a low tire The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- warning limit for any reason, including low temperature mended cold placard pressure.
Page 340 338 STARTING AND OPERATING For example, your vehicle may have a recommended CAUTION! cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure • The TPMS has been optimized for the original of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), equipment tires and wheels.
Page 341: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 339 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire the tire.
Page 342 340 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings sound a chime. If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. The illuminate in the instrument cluster, a LOW TIRE “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 343: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 341 NOTE: 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and 1. The compact spare tire (if equipped) does not have a reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will the TPMS will update automatically and the “Tire Pres- not monitor the pressure in the compact spare tire.
Page 344 342 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS consists of the following components: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display a graphic showing the pressure values of each tire with • Receiver Module the low tire pressure values flashing. • Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors •...
Page 345 STARTING AND OPERATING 343 updated tire pressures, the system will automatically update, the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flash- ing, and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information.
Page 346 344 STARTING AND OPERATING If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, The EVIC will also display a CHECK TPM SYSTEM providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault message for a minimum of five seconds when a system no longer exists, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale fault related to an incorrect sensor location fault is Light”...
Page 347: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 345 Monitoring Telltale Light” will remain ON, a chime will 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire, and sound, and the EVIC will still display a flashing pressure reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, value in the graphic display.
Page 348: Fuel Requirements
346 STARTING AND OPERATING The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the as hard starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experi- following licenses: ence these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before considering service for the vehicle. United States ....KR5S18002015B Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and Canada.
Page 349: Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
STARTING AND OPERATING 347 The manufacturer supports the use of reformulated gaso- Problems that result from using gasoline containing line. Properly blended reformulated gasoline will pro- Methanol or gasoline containing more than 10% Ethanol vide excellent performance and durability of engine and are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may fuel system components.
Page 350: Mmt In Gasoline
348 STARTING AND OPERATING To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether E-85 perform the following: the gasoline contains MMT. It is even more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada, because MMT •...
Page 351: Fuel System Cautions
STARTING AND OPERATING 349 Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being CAUTION! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s Most of these products contain high concentra- performance: tions of methanol.
Page 352: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
350 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper WARNING! maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor- Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mal conditions repaired promptly.
Page 353: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
STARTING AND OPERATING 351 the other sections of this manual for information on CAUTION! features that are common between Flexible Fuel and gasoline-only powered vehicles. Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can operate on E-85. Ethanol Fuel (E-85) E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline.
Page 354: Fuel Requirements
352 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Requirements NOTE: • When the ambient temperature is above 90° F (32° C), Your vehicle will operate on both unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87, or E-85 fuel, or any mixture of you may experience hard starting and rough idle these two.
Page 355: Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 353 requirements of Material Standard MS-6395. MS-6395 Cruising Range contains additional requirements, developed during ex- Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon/liter tensive fleet testing, to provide additional protection to than gasoline, you will experience an increase in fuel Chrysler Group LLC engines.
Page 356: Maintenance
354 STARTING AND OPERATING Maintenance CAUTION! Do not use ethanol mixture greater than 85% in your vehicle. It will cause difficulty in cold starting and may affect driveability. ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is behind the fuel filler door, on the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle.
Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel tank filler tube cap (gas cap). • A poorly fitting gas cap may cause the “Malfunc- tion Indicator Light (MIL)” to turn on. •...
Page 358: Loose Filler Cap Message
356 STARTING AND OPERATING Loose Filler Cap Message WARNING! (Continued) If the vehicles diagnostic system determines that the fuel • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is filler cap in loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a in violation of most state and federal fire regula- “gASCAP”...
Page 359: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)
STARTING AND OPERATING 357 The label contains the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. • Name of manufacturer This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total • Month and year of manufacture load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR.
Page 360: Overloading
358 STARTING AND OPERATING Overloading Loading The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory weight, axle by axle and side by side. Store heavier items service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and front down low and be sure you distribute their weight as and rear GAWR.
Page 361: Common Towing Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 359 To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirements Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) and recommendations in this manual concerning ve- The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all hicles used for trailer towing. cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem- porary) loaded in or on the trailer in its loaded and If you have any questions or concerns after reviewing...
Page 362 360 STARTING AND OPERATING rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certifica- than or more than 10% of the trailer load. You must tion Label” in “Starting and Operating” for further consider this as part of the load on your vehicle. information.
Page 363: Trailer Hitch Classification
STARTING AND OPERATING 361 Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can Standards tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Page 364: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
362 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings Max. Trailer Tongue Wt. Engine/Transmission Max. Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) (See Note 1) 2.4L/Auto See Note 2...
Page 365: Trailer And Tongue Weight
STARTING AND OPERATING 363 CAUTION! Towing a trailer with a larger than recommended frontal area could cause the engine to overheat or cause severe engine damage under extreme condi- tions. Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer.
Page 366: Towing Requirements
364 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the Towing Requirements trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed train components the following guidelines are recom- options, must be considered as part of the total load on mended: your vehicle.
Page 367 STARTING AND OPERATING 365 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Safety chains must always be used between your Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Page 368 366 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage WARNING! (Continued) before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General 3. GAWR Information” in “Starting and Operating” for informa- 4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch tion on tread wear indicators and for proper inspection utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to procedure.
Page 369 STARTING AND OPERATING 367 • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is WARNING! required when towing a trailer with electronically • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic hydraulic brake lines.
Page 370: Towing Tips
368 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips If you REGULARLY TOW a trailer for more than 45 min- Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, utes of continuous operation, then change the automatic and backing the trailer in an area located away from transmission fluid and filter according to the interval heavy traffic.
Page 371: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 369 • Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to RECREATIONAL TOWING maximize fuel efficiency. (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Cooling System Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle To reduce potential for engine and transmission over- Recreational towing is not allowed.
Page 372 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 373: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Road Tire Installation ....382 Hazard Warning Flashers ....372 If Your Engine Overheats .
Page 374: Hazard Warning Flashers
372 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel, below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
Page 375: Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) - If Equipped
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 373 NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down Engine Oil Overheating (2.4L Engine Only) — If an impending overheat condition: Equipped During sustained high-speed driving or trailer tow up • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C long grades on a hot day, the engine oil temperature may system adds heat to the engine cooling system and become too hot.
Page 376: Jacking And Tire Changing
374 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for WARNING! changing tires only. The jack should not be used to • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the lift the vehicle for service purposes.
Page 377: Preparations For Jacking
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 375 Spare Tire Removal Preparations For Jacking Lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down. 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Page 378: Jacking Instructions
376 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Block both the front and rear of the WARNING! (Continued) wheel diagonally opposite the jacking • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from position. For example, if changing the the edge of the roadway as possible before raising right front tire, block the left rear the vehicle.
Page 379 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 377 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Only use the jack in the positions indicated and Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on for lifting this vehicle during a tire change. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking •...
Page 380 378 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning with two attachment points. When the jack is partially them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the expanded, the tension between the two attachment ground.
Page 381 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 379 Rear Jacking Location Front Jacking Location 4. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed.
Page 382 380 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! CAUTION! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the hurt someone near it.
Page 383 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 381 9. Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is WARNING! free. Reassemble the lug wrench to the jack assembly and • To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, stow it in the spare tire area.
Page 384: Road Tire Installation
382 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Road Tire Installation Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. To ease the installation process for steel wheels with wheel covers, install two lug nuts on the mounting studs which are on each side of the valve stem.
Page 385 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 383 3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the 6. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand, wrench while at the end of the handle for increased snapping the cover over the two lug nuts.
Page 386: Jump-Starting
384 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a WARNING! torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly seated against the wheel. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle JUMP-STARTING has been lowered.
Page 387: Preparations For Jump-Start
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 385 CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen.
Page 388 386 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive WARNING! (+) battery post. To remove the cover, press the locking • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- tab and pull upward on the cover. ever the hood is raised.
Page 389: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 387 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the WARNING! remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper could establish a ground connection and personal cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
Page 390 388 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster 10. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote posi- battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start tive (+) battery post of the discharged vehicle. the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
Page 391: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 389 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Electronic If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it Stability Control (ESC), turn the system to Partial OFF can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your before attempting to “rock”...
Page 392: Shift Lever Override
390 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE WARNING! If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires.
Page 393: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 391 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground ALL MODELS Flat Tow NONE If transmission is operable: • Trans in NEUTRAL • 25 mph (40 km/h)max speed Rear Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow •...
Page 394 392 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis- CAUTION! sion is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all • Do not use sling type equipment when towing. four wheels on the ground) under the following condi- tions: Damage to the fascia will occur.
Page 395: Without The Ignition Key
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 393 the ground) is not allowed, as transmission damage will CAUTION! occur. If rear towing is the only alternative, the front wheels must be placed on a towing dolly. Proper towing Towing faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than equipment is necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Page 396 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 397: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment — 2.4L ... . . 397 Maintenance Procedures ....402 ▫...
Page 398 396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Adding Washer Fluid ....413 Replacement Bulbs ....438 ▫...
Page 399: Engine Compartment - 2.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 9 — Coolant Pressure Cap 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 —...
Page 400: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 8 —...
Page 401: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 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 emission control system.
Page 402: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE persists, the message will appear the next time the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).”...
Page 403: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 4. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will system to update. A recheck with the above test routine happen: may then indicate that the system is now ready. a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal...
Page 404: Dealer Service
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
Page 405: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 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 406 404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Selection CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recom- Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine mends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 407 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi- CAUTION! fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- ber should not be used. Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the chemicals can damage your engine.
Page 408: Engine Oil Filter
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi- Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num- Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and ber should not be used.
Page 409: Engine Air Cleaner Filter
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters WARNING! varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can cleaner filters are high quality and are recommended.
Page 410 408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can • It is essential when replacing the cables on the burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid battery that the positive cable is attached to the to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Page 411: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance tioning system.
Page 412: A/C Air Filter - If Equipped
410 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling The A/C Air Filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- the glove box. Perform the following procedure to re- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental place the filter: Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
Page 413: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 411 CAUTION! The A/C Air Filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure to install the filter properly will result in the need to replace it more often. 8. Reinstall the glove box door dampener and glove box. Body Lubrication Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,...
Page 414: Windshield Wiper Blades
412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE hood latching components to ensure proper function. Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods When performing other underhood services, the hood may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt cleaned and lubricated.
Page 415: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 413 Adding Washer Fluid Exhaust System The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers is located The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into in the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust level in the reservoir at regular intervals.
Page 416 414 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con- and can eventually poison you.
Page 417 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 415 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.
Page 418: Cooling System
416 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- WARNING! freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently •...
Page 419 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 417 Selection Of Coolant CAUTION! (Continued) Use only the manufacturer’s recommended coolant. Re- • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main- coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi- taining Your Vehicle”...
Page 420 418 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE replacement. To prevent reducing this extended mainte- (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water nance period, it is important that you use the same will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine coolant (antifreeze) throughout the life of your engine cooling system.
Page 421 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419 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 422 420 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 engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point or replacing cool- safely driven.
Page 423: Brake System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421 • 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 a collision.
Page 424 422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing WARNING! the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid level up • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake to the requirements described on the brake fluid reser- voir.
Page 425: Automatic Transmission
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 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 426 424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Selection Of Lubricant Special Additives It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered transmission to assure optimum transmission performance. product and its performance may be impaired by supple- Use only the manufacturer’s recommended transmission mental additives.
Page 427 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 425 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 transmission fluid level properly: temperature below 80°...
Page 428: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check – 3.6L Engine CAUTION! The automatic transmission has no dipstick and is dealer • Using a transmission fluid other than the manu- serviced only. facturer’s recommended fluid may cause deterio- Transmission Fluid And Filter Changes ration in transmission shift quality and/or torque Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 429 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will Washing have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under- • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- body protection. hicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash or equiva- The following maintenance recommendations will enable lent, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion...
Page 430 428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will •...
Page 431 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To chrome-plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 432 430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For grease stains, apply MOPAR Multi-Purpose if absolutely necessary. Do not use harsh cleaners or Cleaner or equivalent to a clean, damp cloth and Armor All . Use MOPAR Total Clean or equivalent to remove the stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove clean vinyl upholstery.
Page 433 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses WARNING! The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Page 434: Cleaning Center Console Cupholders
432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the Installation buckles do not work properly. Align the liner in the cupholder and press down firmly. Cleaning Center Console Cupholders FUSES Removal Totally Integrated Power Module Grab the rubber portion of the cupholder and lift The Totally Integrated Power Module is located in the upward.
Page 435 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 Cartridge Mini Cavity Description Fuse Fuse 40 Amp Power Top Module – — Green If Equipped 20 Amp — AWD Module Yellow Center High 10 Amp Mounted Stop Light — (CHMSL)/Brake Switch 10 Amp — Ignition Switch Totally Integrated Power Module 20 Amp Trailer Tow –...
Page 436 434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini Cartridge Mini Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Ignition Off Draw 10 Amp — — Instrument Panel Green (IOD) Sense 2 Battery Feed – Power 40 Amp — Radiator Fan Relay 40 Amp Seats –...
Page 437 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 Cartridge Mini Cartridge Mini Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 10 Amp Ignition Run – Occu- — Siren – If Equipped pant Classification 10 Amp — Module (OCM)/ Ignition Run – Cli- Occupant Restraint 10 Amp mate Controls/Hot —...
Page 438 436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Mini Cartridge Mini Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Auto Shutdown Anti-Lock Brakes — Pink (ASD) Relay 1 (ABS) Module – If 40 Amp Equipped/Electronic Switch Bank/ — Green Stability Control Diagnostic Link 10 Amp (ESC) Module –...
Page 439: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 VEHICLE STORAGE CAUTION! If you will not be using your vehicle for more than • When installing the Totally Integrated Power 21 days, you may want to take steps to preserve your battery. Module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched.
Page 440: Replacement Bulbs
438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb No. All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base. Low Beam Headlamp..... 9006 Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not High Beam Headlamp .
Page 441 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the air cleaner 3. Rotate bulb and connector ⁄ turn and pull outward filter housing and position the totally integrated power from assembly. module aside prior to replacing the low beam headlamp on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Page 442: Fog Lamps
440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket and replace the bulb. Fog Lamps 1. Access to the lamps through the lower fascia cutout is limited. 2. Turn the steering wheel to allow access and remove the inner fender shield.
Page 443: Backup Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 Backup Lamps 3. Grasp the tail lamp and pull firmly outward pushing gently on the studs from inside to disengage the lamp 1. Open the trunk and gently pull back the trunk liner housing. behind the tail lamp. 2.
Page 444: License Plate Lamp
442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE License Plate Lamp 2. Gently pry the lamp assembly loose. 1. Remove two retaining screws holding the light lens in 3. Pull bulb from socket, replace and reattach the lamp place. assembly with the two retaining screws. FLUID CAPACITIES U.S.
Page 445: Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 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 –...
Page 446: Chassis
444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed Automatic Transmission ATF+4 product. MOPAR DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is Brake Master Cylinder not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Page 447 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Maintenance Schedule ....446 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals ..448 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 448 446 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles “Change Oil” will flash The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime manual must be done at the times or mileages specified will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary. to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best Based on engine operation conditions the oil change vehicle performance and reliability.
Page 449 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 447 • Under no circumstances should oil change intervals At Each Stop For Fuel exceed 8,000 miles (13 000 km) or six months, which- • Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a ever comes first. fully warmed engine is shut off.
Page 450 448 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Once A Month At Each Oil Change • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or • Change the engine oil filter. damage. • Inspect the brake hoses and lines. • Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals CAUTION! as required.
Page 451 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 449 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 452: Service Schedule
450 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service 18 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 453 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 451 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service 30 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 454 452 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or 64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service 42 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 455 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 453 72,000 Miles (117,000 km) or 80,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 456 454 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or 96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 457 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 455 104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or 112,000 Miles (182,000 km) or 84 Months Maintenance Service 78 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 458 456 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service 90 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 459 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 457 136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or 144,000 Miles (234,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service 102 Months Maintenance Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before ❏...
Page 460 458 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 152,000 miles (247 000 km). Odometer Reading Date Repair Order #...
Page 461 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 459 † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.
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Page 463: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle......463 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
Page 464 462 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... 469 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ......469 ▫...
Page 465: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 463 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 466: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
464 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- P.O. Box 21–8004 solved with this process. Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: (800) 423–6343 •...
Page 467: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 465 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 468: Warranty Information
466 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE We appreciate that you have made a major investment WARRANTY INFORMATION 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 and market.
Page 469: In Canada
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 467 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 470 468 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 471: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 469 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 472: Temperature Grades
470 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 473 INDEX I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 474 472 INDEX About Your Brakes ..... . . 304 Airbag, Side ......62,64,67 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 475 INDEX 473 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..273 Location ......407 Automatic Transaxle .
Page 476 474 INDEX Capacities, Fluid ......442 Cigar Lighter ......175 Caps, Filler Clean Air Gasoline .
Page 477 INDEX 475 Contract, Service ......465 Data Recorder, Event ..... . 71 Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .
Page 478 476 INDEX Driving Engine ....... 397 On Slippery Surfaces ....300 Air Cleaner .
Page 479 INDEX 477 Oil Selection ..... 404,442 Filters Oil Synthetic ......406 Air Cleaner .
Page 480 478 INDEX Fluid Capacities ......442 Filler Door (Gas Cap) ....188 Fluid Leaks .
Page 481 INDEX 479 Gauges Head Restraints ......141 Coolant Temperature ....188 Headlights .
Page 482 480 INDEX Ignition Key Removal ..... 12 Jump Starting ......384 Illuminated Entry .
Page 483 INDEX 481 Leaks, Fluid ......88 Instrument Cluster ....149 Life of Tires .
Page 484 482 INDEX Tires ......322 Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....421 Locks Methanol .
Page 485 INDEX 483 Odometer ......192 Synthetic ......406 Trip .
Page 486 484 INDEX Power Radio Remote Controls ....266 Door Locks ......32 Rear Cupholder .
Page 487 INDEX 485 Replacement Bulbs ..... . . 438 Seat Belt Maintenance ....431 Replacement Keys .
Page 488 486 INDEX Heated ......136 Signals, Turn ......88,441 Lumbar Support .
Page 489 INDEX 487 Steering Wheel Mounted Tire and Loading Information Placard ..322 Sound System Controls ....266 Tire Identification Number (TIN) .
Page 490 488 INDEX Radial ......329 Trailer Towing ......358 Replacement .
Page 491 INDEX 489 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 162 Vanity Mirrors ......97 Transporting Pets .
Page 492 490 INDEX Water Windshield Defroster ....86,271,277 Driving Through ..... 301 Windshield Washers .
Page 493 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
Page 494 Chrysler Group LLC 11D41-126-AF Sixth Edition Printed in U.S.A. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...