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Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of fea- With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler tures and equipment that are either standard or optional on Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler this vehicle.
Page 3: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ....8 ROLLOVER WARNING .
Page 6: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Owner’s Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls, Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group particularly those used for braking, steering, transmis- LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision sion, and transfer case shifting.
Page 7: Rollover Warning
INTRODUCTION 5 It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various ROLLOVER WARNING customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate read these publications carefully. Following the instruc- than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher tions and recommendations in this manual will help ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
Page 8: How To Use This Manual
6 INTRODUCTION two million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire.
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Page 10: Warnings And Cautions
8 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against oper- ating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information.
Page 11: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
INTRODUCTION 9 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 13: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Rearming The System ....21 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .14 ▫...
Page 14 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ General Information ....28 ▫ Power Liftgate — If Equipped ... . .46 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM —...
Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 ▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ...67 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . .111 ▫ Seat Belt Extender .....67 SAFETY TIPS .
Page 16: A Word About Your Keys
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) has four operating positions, three of which are labeled and will illuminate Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system when in position. The three positions are OFF, ACC, and consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ON/RUN.
Page 17: Key Fob
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 emergency key is also for locking the glove box. You can keep the emergency key with you when valet parking. To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
Page 18: Ignition Or Accessory On Message
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Or Accessory On Message Opening the driver’s door when the ignition is in ACC or ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to remind you to cycle the ignition to OFF. In addition to the chime, the ignition or accessory on message will display in the cluster.
Page 19: Sentry Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not leave children or animals inside parked • When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle. cause serious injury or death.
Page 20 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The system uses a Key Fob with a factory-mated Remote If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, a Keyless Ignition Node vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 (KIN) and a RF receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electron- operation.
Page 21: Replacement Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Replacement Keys Duplication of Key Fobs may be performed at an autho- rized dealer, this procedure consists of programming a NOTE: Only Key Fobs that are programmed to the blank Key Fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank Key Fob vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the is one that has never been programmed.
Page 22: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • This device must accept any interference that may be NOTE: The Panic and Security alarms are quite different. received, including interference that may cause unde- Please take a moment to activate the Panic and the sired operation.
Page 23: Rearming The System
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle: To Disarm The System • Push LOCK on the interior power door lock switch The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any of with the driver and/or passenger door open.
Page 24: Tamper Alert
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, • The driver’s door key cylinder and the liftgate button disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.
Page 25: Illuminated Entry
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 • The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the ILLUMINATED ENTRY dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat” position The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the (extreme bottom position). Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the doors or open any door.
Page 26: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™” under “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. 1st Push Of Key Fob Unlocks This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the first push of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter.
Page 27: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Headlight Illumination On Approach Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter. are locked with the RKE transmitter.
Page 28: Programming Additional Transmitters
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: • The interior lights will turn off if you cycle the ignition • Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position while the Batteries could contain dangerous materials. Please Panic Alarm is activated.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key or a #2 flat blade 3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over screwdriver into the slot and gently pry the two halves (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a of the RKE transmitter apart.
Page 30: Remote Starting System - If Equipped
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE General Information 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and radios.
Page 31: How To Use Remote Start
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • Vehicle alarm system not active How To Use Remote Start • Ignition in Off position for Keyless Enter-N-Go™ All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remote start: vehicle •...
Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle To Enter Remote Start Mode Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped The following messages will display in the EVIC if the Push and release the REMOTE START button vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- turely:...
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • The engine can be started two consecutive times with To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition must be Before the end of 15 minute cycle, push and release the cycled by pushing the START/STOP button twice (or UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN...
Page 34: Door Locks
32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • For vehicles not equipped with the Keyless Enter-N- The Remote Start Comfort System can be activated and Go™ feature, the message “Remote Start Active — deactivated through the Uconnect® SETTINGS. For more Insert Key and Turn to Run”...
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 36: Power Door Locks
34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks If you push the door lock switch while the ignition position is ACC or ON/RUN and the driver or front The power door lock switch is located on each front door passenger’s door is open, the doors will not lock.
Page 37: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with Child-Protection Door Lock system. To Engage Or Disengage The Child-Protection Door Lock System 1.
Page 38: Keyless Enter-N-Go
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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. KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and a feature of Keyless Enter-N-Go™.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- sponse time. •...
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock From The Passenger Side: If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft have been closed the vehicle checks the inside and (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front outside of the vehicle for any valid Passive Entry RKE...
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 NOTE: If the vehicle is unlocked then the liftgate will open To Lock The Liftgate with the handle and no RKE Transmitter is required. With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft (1.0 m) of the liftgate, press the passive entry lock button located to the right of electronic liftgate handle.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors Do NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking Press The Door Handle Button To Lock Do NOT grab the door handle, when pressing the door handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s).
Page 43: Windows
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 NOTE: passenger door/rear doors which operates the front passenger/rear passenger door windows. The window • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock the ON/RUN or ACCESSORY position.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The power window switches remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned OFF. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature. Auto-Down Both the driver and front passenger window switches have an “Auto-Down”...
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 To stop the window from going all the way up during the NOTE: If the window runs into any obstacle during Auto Up operation, push down on the switch briefly. Auto Up it will reverse direction and then go back down. Remove the obstacle and use the window switch again to To close the window part way, lift the window switch to close the window.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Resetting The Auto Up Feature Window Lockout Button Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window The Window Lockout button on the driver’s door allows probably needs to be reset. To reset Auto Up: you to disable the window controls on the rear doors.
Page 47: Wind Buffeting
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Wind Buffeting NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press is programmed in Uconnect® Settings, all doors will unlock when you press Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of the button on the liftgate. If Unlock Driver Door 1st pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the Press is programmed in Uconnect®...
Page 48: Power Liftgate - If Equipped
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your pas- sengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. Power Liftgate —...
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 The power liftgate may also be opened or closed by NOTE: pushing the LIFTGATE button located on the front • In the event of a power malfunction to the liftgate, an overhead console, or closed by pushing the LIFTGATE emergency liftgate latch release can be used to open button located on left rear trim panel, near the liftgate the liftgate.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The power liftgate must be in the full open position for NOTE: rear liftgate close button on the left rear trim, near the • The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the liftgate opening to operate.
Page 51: Occupant Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 • If your liftgate is power closing and you put the OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS vehicle in gear, the liftgate will continue to power Some of the most important safety features in your close. However, vehicle movement may result in a vehicle are the restraint systems: detection of an obstruction.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • An energy-absorbing steering column and steering If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized wheel seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold •...
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing child WARNING! seat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be WARNING! (Continued) modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment under If You Need Assistance .
Page 55: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they WARNING! (Continued) can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- from the vehicle.
Page 56: Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in belts are designed to go around the large bones of these areas are more likely to be seriously injured your body.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Latch Plate Latch Plate To Buckle 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will you from injury during a collision. You are more not protect you properly.
Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdo- men.
Page 60: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, WARNING! grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection.
Page 61: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 you will prefer a higher position. When you release the anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that it is locked in position. NOTE: The adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage is equipped with an Easy Up feature.
Page 62: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Restraints” section. The chart below defines the type of activate the ALR. If the ALR is activated, you will hear a feature for each seating position. ratcheting sound as the belt retracts. Allow the webbing to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull Driver Center...
Page 63: Energy Management Feature
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode WARNING! 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor the entire belt is extracted.
Page 64: Seat Belt Pretensioners
62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belt Pretensioners Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR) The seat belts for both front seating positions are These head restraints are passive, deployable compo- equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 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. NOTE: The Active Head Restraints (AHR) may or may not deploy in the event of a front or side impact.
Page 66: Resetting Active Head Restraints
64 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 a collision.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the vehicle then down to engage the locking mechanism. 3 — Final Downward Movement To Engage Locking Mechanism 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half.
Page 68: Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert®)
66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert®) BeltAlert® is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger BeltAlert®) to fasten their seat belts. The feature is active whenever the ignition is on.
Page 69: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph Seat Belts And Pregnant Women (8 km/h), BeltAlert® will provide both audio and visual We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts notification.
Page 70: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags
68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can in- crease the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the lap belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 NOTE: The Driver and Front Passenger Advanced Front and rear passengers sitting next to a window. The SABIC Air Bags are certified to the new Federal regulations for air bags are located above the side windows and their Advanced Air Bags.
Page 72: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front and Side Impact Sensors Air Bag System Components • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components: and Seat Track Position Sensors •...
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) WARNING! Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may • No objects should be placed over or near the air provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant bag on the instrument panel, because any such during a side impact.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, WARNING! (Continued) but they will open during air bag deployment. • Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects •...
Page 76: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE windows, or area where the SAB or SABIC air bags Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag inflate, even if they are in an infant or child restraint. The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag provides enhanced protection and works together with the Driver Always sit upright as possible with your back against the Advanced Front Air Bag during a frontal impact.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Side The side air bags will not deploy in all side collisions. Knee Air Bag are designed to provide additional protec- Side air bag deployment will depend on the severity and tion by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal type of collision.
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC contains a backup power supply system that WARNING! may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags Also, the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning to protect you in a collision.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 are possible, based on several factors, including the Based on the severity and type of collision, the side air collision type and severity. The steering wheel hub trim bag inflator on the crash side of the vehicle may be cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel triggered, releasing a quantity of non-toxic gas.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE folds out of the way allowing the air bag to inflate to the seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area full size. The air bag fully inflates in about 15 to 20 milli- where the SABIC inflates.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Enhanced Accident Response System If A Deployment Occurs In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate the communication network remains intact, and the immediately after deployment.
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air bags will not be in place to protect you.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.
Page 84: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or Air Bag Warning Light remains on while driving. You will want to have the air bags ready to NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine inflate for your protection in a collision.
Page 85: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of are recorded. However, other parties, such as law en- time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle forcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of is designed to record such data as: personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children 12 years or younger should ride properly NOTE: buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash • For additional information, refer to www.seatcheck.org statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in or call 1–866–SEATCHECK.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Age Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the height or weight limits of their child...
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints their infant carrier but are still less than at least two years old. Children should remain rearward-facing until they Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- reach the highest weight or height allowed by their facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until convertible child seat.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Older Children And Child Restraints the vehicle’s seat cushion while the child’s back is against the seatback, they should use a belt-positioning booster Children who are two years old or who have outgrown seat.
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large For Booster Seats WARNING! (Continued) Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt • After a child restraint is installed in the vehicle, do comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend not move the vehicle seat forward or rearward over the front of the seat when their back is against the because it can loosen the child restraint attach-...
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching WARNING! the child’s thighs and not their stomach? Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an 5.
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Combined LATCH – Weight of the LATCH – Restraint Type Lower Anchors Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Seat Belt Only + Top Tether...
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (LATCH) has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- Restraint System equipped child seats. There are two lower anchorages located at the back of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position.
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Captains Chairs Second Row (6 passenger) Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position 60/40 Second Row (7 Passenger) • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating Top Tether Anchorage Symbol position •...
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 What is the weight limit (child’s 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system weight + weight of the child until the combined weight of the restraint) for using the LATCH child and the child restraint is anchorage system to attach the 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can two child restraints be Never “share” a LATCH anchorage attached using a common lower with two or more child restraints. LATCH anchorage? If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchor- ages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the...
Page 97 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Captains Chair LATCH Anchorages Top Tether Strap Mounting (Captain’s Chair) Locating The LATCH Anchorages — Captain’s Chairs LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower There are tether strap anchorages behind each anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the...
Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage. Locating The LATCH Anchorages —...
Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage.
Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 Vehicles With A Center Arm Rest Tether For rearward facing infant seats secured in the center seat position with the vehicle seat belts, the rear center seat position has an armrest tether that secures the arm rest in the upward position.
Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint 1. If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt, stow the seat belt following the instructions below. See the section “Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat Belt”...
Page 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 child seat. You may also move the front seat forward How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt to allow more room for the child seat. When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint, stow all ALR seat belts that are not being 4.
Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat WARNING! Belt • Improper installation of a child restraint to the The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor or child restraint.
Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Captains Chairs Second Row (6 Passenger) 60/40 Second Row (7 passenger)
Page 106 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child Child Restraint using the seat belt to install a for- restraint) for using the Tether ward facing child restraint, up to Anchor with the seat belt to attach...
Page 107 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of the seat belt until you have pulled all the seat belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) webbing out of the retractor.
Page 108 106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by 2. Next, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the pulling back and forth on the child seat at the seat belt retractor to pass it through the belt path of the child path.
Page 109 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 6. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by into the buckle again. If you still cannot make the child pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt restraint installation tight, try a different seating position.
Page 110 108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Pulling Down The Carpet Floor Panel To Access Top Top Tether Strap Anchorage (Located on Seatback) Tether Strap 3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and...
Page 111 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 between the two posts. If not possible, lower the head restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the head restraint. 4. For the center seating position, route the tether strap over the seatback and headrest then attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat.
Page 112 110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • The top tether anchorages are not visible until the gap panel is folded down. Do not use the visible cargo tie down hooks, located on the floor behind the seats, to attach a child restraint tether anchor. •...
Page 113: Engine Break-In Recommendations
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 Transporting Pets While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri- An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly mental and should be avoided.
Page 114: Safety Tips
112 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its WARNING! (Continued) first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, should be considered a normal part of the break-in and inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 115: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 113 Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust WARNING! (Continued) system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is follow these safety tips: damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com- •...
Page 116 114 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a feel the air directed against the windshield. See your collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after authorized dealer for service if your defroster is inoper- a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, able.
Page 117 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 115 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Never place or install floor mats or other floor • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly driver footwell while the vehicle is moving.
Page 118: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
116 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 119: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Tilt Mirrors In Reverse (Available With MIRRORS ......124 Memory Seat Only) —...
Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Power Seats — If Equipped ....144 ▫ Rear Captain Chairs — If Equipped..163 ▫...
Page 121 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 ▫ Automatic High Beam — If Equipped ..176 ▫ Lane Change Assist ....183 ▫...
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Heated Steering Wheel With Uconnect® 5.0 — ▫ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation ..201 If Equipped......192 ▫...
Page 123 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 ▫ Precautions While Driving With ACC ..218 ▫ ParkSense® Sensors ....231 ▫...
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE ....242 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ..254 ▫...
Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 ▫ Rechargeable Flashlight ....272 CUPHOLDERS ......264 ▫...
Page 126: Mirrors
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
Page 127: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be WARNING! adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare convex mirror will look smaller and farther away from vehicles behind you.
Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Assist Call The rear view mirror contains an ASSIST push button which automatically connects the vehicle occupants to one of several predefined locations for immediate sup- port: • Roadside Assistance – If you get a flat tire, or need a tow, just press the Assist button and you’ll be con- nected to someone who can help.
Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 • The vehicle brand. 9-1-1 Call • The last known GPS coordinates of the vehicle. 1. Press the 9-1-1 Call button on the Rearview Mirror. 4. You should be able to speak with the 9-1-1 operator NOTE: In case the 9-1-1 Call button is pushed in error, through the vehicle audio system to determine if there will be a 10 second delay before the 9-1-1 Call...
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. The 9-1-1 operator may attempt to contact appropriate WARNING! (Continued) emergency responders and provide them with impor- • The 9-1-1 Call system is embedded into the vehi- tant vehicle information and GPS coordinates. cle’s electrical system.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 9-1-1 Call System Limitations WARNING! Vehicles sold in Canada and Mexico DO NOT have 9-1-1 • Ignoring the Rearview Mirror light could mean you Call system capabilities. will not have 9-1-1 Call services. If the Rearview 9-1-1 or other emergency line operators in Canada and Mirror light is illuminated, have an authorized Mexico may not answer or respond to 9-1-1 system calls.
Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The vehicle’s electrical systems are not intact. NOTE: Never place anything on or near the vehicle’s wireless and GPS antennas. You could prevent wireless • The 9-1-1 Call system software and/or hardware are and GPS signal reception, which can prevent your vehicle damaged during a crash.
Page 133: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Outside Mirrors Folding Feature Power Mirrors All outside mirrors are hinged and may be moved either The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s side forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have door trim panel.
Page 134: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power mirror preselected positions can be controlled by the optional Memory Seat Feature. Refer to “Driver Memory Seat” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further information. Heated Mirrors — If Equipped These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice.
Page 135: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 then return to the original position when the vehicle is Lift the cover to reveal the mirror. The light will turn on shifted out of REVERSE position. Each stored memory automatically. setting will have an associated Tilt Mirrors in Reverse position.
Page 136: Sun Visor Extension - If Equipped
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sun Visor Extension — If Equipped This feature has a pull out extension on the sun visor for increased coverage. BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF EQUIPPED The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- based sensors, located inside the rear bumper fascia, to detect highway licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the...
Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 • The BSM system detection zone DOES NOT change if The BSM detection zone covers approximately one lane on both sides of the vehicle (12 ft or 3.8 m). The zone your vehicle is towing a trailer. Therefore, visually starts at the outside rear view mirror and extends ap- verify the adjacent lane is clear for both your vehicle proximately 23 ft (7 m) to the rear of the vehicle.
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Sensor Location (Driver Side Shown) BSM Warning Light The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three detection zones by illuminating the BSM warning light different entry points (Side, Rear, Front) while driving to located in the outside mirrors in addition to sounding an see if an alert is necessary.
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Entering From The Side Entering From The Rear Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side of the vehicle. side and enter the rear detection zone with a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtaking Traffic If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed of less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning light will be illuminated.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Overtaking/Passing Stationary Objects The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in berms, etc.
Page 142: Rear Cross Path
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicles mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the system will not be able to alert the driver. When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE, the driver is alerted using both the visual and audible alarms, including reducing the radio volume.
Page 144: Modes Of Operation
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Modes Of Operation turn signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime Three selectable modes of operation are available in the will also be sounded.
Page 145: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Blind Spot Alert Off 2. The device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- When the BSM system is turned off there will be no eration of the device. visual or audible alerts from either the BSM or RCP systems.
Page 146: Power Seats - If Equipped
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Reclining The Seatback The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. The angle of the seatback can be adjusted forward or Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will rearward.
Page 148: Passenger's Power Seat - If Equipped
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Passenger’s Power Seat — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) Some models are equipped with a six-way power pas- • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the senger seat. The power seat switch is located on the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
Page 149: Power Lumbar - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Tilting The Seat Up Or Down The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted up or down. Pull upward or push downward on the front of the seat switch, the front of the seat cushion will move in the direction of the switch.
Page 150: Manual Front Passenger Seatback Adjustment - Recline
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
Page 151: Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Front Passenger Seat Fold-Flat Feature — If Equipped To fold the seatback to the flat load-floor position, lift the recline lever and push the seatback forward. To return to the seating position, raise the seatback and lock it into place.
Page 152: Heated Seats - If Equipped
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats — If Equipped Front Heated Seats With Uconnect® 5.0 — If Equipped On some models, the front and rear seats may be equipped with heaters located in the seat cushions. There are two heated seat switches that allow the driver and passenger to operate the seats independently.
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 system will automatically switch to LO-level after ap- proximately 60 minutes of continuous operation. At that time, the display will change from HI to LO, indicating the change. The LO-level setting will turn OFF automati- cally after approximately 45 minutes.
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE system will automatically switch to LO-level after ap- proximately 60 minutes of continuous operation. At that time, the display will change from HI to LO, indicating the change. The LO-level setting will turn OFF automati- cally after approximately 45 minutes.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings. Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for HIGH, one for LOW and none for OFF. Press the switch once to select HIGH-level heating.
Page 156: Front Ventilated Seats With Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4An - If Equipped
154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE two to one, indicating the change. The LOW-level setting will turn OFF automatically after approximately 45 min- utes. Front Ventilated Seats With Uconnect® 8.4A/8.4AN — If Equipped On some models, both the driver and passenger seats are ventilated.
Page 157: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting System — If Active Head Restraints — Front Seats Equipped” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- Vehicle” for further information. nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be readily identified by any markings, only through visual inspec- Head Restraints...
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of the restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push head restraint. Push rearward on the bottom of the head button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push restraint to move the head restraint away from your downward on the head restraint.
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 • In the event of deployment of an Active Head Re- straint, refer to “Occupant Restraints/Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! • Do not place items over the top of the Active Head Restraint, such as coats, seat covers or portable DVD players.
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The center head restraint has limited adjustment. Lift WARNING! (Continued) upward on the head restraint to raise it, or push down- • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they are ward on the head restraint to lower it. struck by an object such as a hand, foot or loose cargo.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Touch the “Controls” soft-key located on the bottom of WARNING! the Uconnect® display. Sitting in a seat with the head restraint in its lowered Touch the Headrest Fold soft-key to position could result in serious injury or death in a power fold the third row head collision.
Page 162: 60/40 Split Rear Seat
160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 60/40 Split Rear Seat Fold-Flat The second row seats can be folded flat to carry cargo. Pull upward on the release lever located on the outboard side of the seat. Fold-Flat Second Row Seat Easy Access For Third Row Either side of the rear seat can be tumbled forward to allow passengers to easily access the third row seats.
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Release Lever Tumble Strap 2. Tumble the seat forward using the pull strap located behind the seatback.
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) row seat. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury. To Raise Rear Seat Tumbled the seat rearward and lock it into place. WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position.
Page 165: Rear Captain Chairs - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Rear Captain Chairs — If Equipped Fold-Flat The second row seats can be folded flat to carry cargo. Pull upward on the release lever located on the outboard side of the seat. Fold-Flat Second Row Seats Easy Access For Third Row Either side of the rear seat can be tumbled forward to allow passengers to easily access the third row seats.
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Release Lever Tumble Strap 2. Tumble the seat forward using the pull strap located behind the seatback.
Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 WARNING! Do not drive the vehicle with the second row seats in the tumbled position. The second row seats are only intended to be tumbled for entry and exit to the third row seat. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury.
Page 168: Folding Third Row
166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Raise Rear Seat Tumbled the seat rearward and lock it into place. WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers.
Page 169: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury.
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with two RKE transmit- ters. One RKE transmitter can be linked to memory position 1 and the other transmitter can be linked to memory position 2. The memory seat switch is located on the driver’s door trim panel.
Page 171: Programming The Memory Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Programming The Memory Feature Vehicles Not Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™ NOTE: To create a new memory profile, perform the 1. Insert the ignition key fob, and turn the ignition switch following: to the ON/RUN position. Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 172: Linking And Unlinking The Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter To Memory
170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Uconnect® system screen. Refer to “Customer- Program- mable Features — Uconnect® Access 8.4 Settings ” in • Memory profiles can be set without the vehicle in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- PARK, but the vehicle must be in PARK to recall a formation.
Page 173: Memory Position Recall
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Profile Set” (1 or 2) will display in the instrument Driver One Memory Position Recall cluster on vehicles equipped with the EVIC. • To recall the memory settings for driver one using the 4.
Page 174: Easy Entry/Exit Seat
172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the forward of the rear stop. The seat will return to its MEMORY buttons during a recall (S, 1, or 2). When a previously set position when you place the ignition recall is cancelled, the driver’s seat, and the pedals stop into the ACC or RUN position.
Page 175: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 NOTE: The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled when the vehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy Entry/Exit feature is enabled (or later disabled) through the programmable features in the Uconnect® system. Refer to “Uconnect®...
Page 176: Lights
174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death. CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 NOTE: • Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore differ- ent lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
Page 178: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped
176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped through the Uconnect® system. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings/Customer Programmable Features” in “Under- This system automatically turns the headlights on or off standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information. according to ambient light levels.
Page 179: Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 NOTE: ignition is switched to the OFF or ACC position or the parking brake is engaged. The headlight switch must be • If the windshield or automatic high beam mirror is used for normal nighttime driving. replaced, the automatic high beam mirror must be re-aimed to ensure proper performance.
Page 180: Parking Lights And Panel Lights
178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The headlight delay time is programmable using the Uconnect® System. Refer to “Uconnect® Settings/ Customer Programmable Features” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. Parking Lights And Panel Lights To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel lights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise.
Page 181: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 Interior Lights to its farthest position up until you hear a click. This feature is termed the “Parade” mode and is useful when Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the front headlights are required during the day.
Page 182: Lights-On Reminder
180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lights-On Reminder NOTE: Battery saver mode is cancelled if the ignition is If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound when Front Map/Reading Lights the driver’s door is opened.
Page 183: Courtesy Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Each light can be turned on by pressing a switch on either Courtesy Lights side of the console. These buttons are backlit for night The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top time visibility.
Page 184: Ambient Light
182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ambient Light Multifunction Lever The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the feature. This light casts illumination for improved visibil- steering column. ity of the floor and center console area.
Page 185: Turn Signals
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Turn Signals Lane Change Assist Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights.
Page 186: Windshield Wipers And Washers
184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer controls are located on the multifunction lever on the left side of the steering col- umn. The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located on the end of the lever. For information on the rear wiper/washer, refer to “Rear Window Features”...
Page 187: Windshield Wiper Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Windshield Wiper Operation CAUTION! Rotate the end of the lever to one of the first four detent Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents positions for intermittent settings, the fifth detent for low the windshield wiper blades from returning to the wiper operation and the sixth detent for high wiper “park”...
Page 188: Windshield Washer Operation
186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE lever is pushed while in the intermittent setting, the wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the end of the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. Intermittent Wiper Operation NOTE: If the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled.
Page 189: Mist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 If the end of the lever is pushed while the wipers are in NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer the off position, the wipers will operate for several wipe pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the cycles, then turn off.
Page 190: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped
188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Rain Sensing feature may not function properly Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped when ice, or dried salt water is present on the wind- This feature senses moisture on the windshield and shield.
Page 191: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 • Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When the TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN ignition is ON, and the automatic transmission is in This feature allows you to tilt the steering column the NEUTRAL position, the Rain Sensing system will upward or downward.
Page 192: Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column - If Equipped
190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To unlock the steering column, push the lever downward POWER TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING (toward the floor). To tilt the steering column, move the COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED steering wheel upward or downward as desired. To This feature allows you to tilt the steering column lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull the steering upward or downward.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Driver Memory Seat, you can use your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- ter or the memory switch on the driver’s door trim panel to return the tilt/telescopic steering column to pre- programmed positions.
Page 194: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped
192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE HEATED STEERING WHEEL — IF EQUIPPED Heated Steering Wheel With Uconnect® 5.0 — If Equipped The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering wheel has only one temperature setting.
Page 195: Heated Steering Wheel With Uconnect® 8.4 - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start WARNING! (Continued) On models that are equipped with remote start, the • Do not place anything on the steering wheel that heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steering during a remote start.
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Touch the “Controls” soft-key then touch the “Heated Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start Wheel” soft-key to turn on the heated steering wheel. On models that are equipped with remote start, the Touch the “Heated Wheel” soft-key a second time to turn heated steering wheel can be programmed to come on the heated steering wheel off.
Page 197: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 WARNING! (Continued) • Do not place anything on the steering wheel that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or steering wheel covers of any type and material. This may cause the steering wheel heater to overheat. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL —...
Page 198: To Activate
196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
Page 199: To Deactivate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 To Deactivate The speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the U.S.
Page 200: To Accelerate For Passing
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will To Decrease Speed continue to decrease until the button is released, then When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can de- the new set speed will be established.
Page 201: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 ACC will allow you to keep cruise control engaged in WARNING! light to moderate traffic conditions without the constant need to reset your cruise control. ACC utilizes a radar Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the sensor and a forward facing camera designed to detect a system cannot maintain a constant speed.
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Cannot take street, traffic, and weather condi- • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a convenience tions into account, and may be limited upon system. It is not a substitute for active driving adverse sight distance conditions.
Page 203: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 • Normal (fixed speed) cruise control mode for cruising WARNING! (Continued) at a constant preset speed. For additional information, • When entering a turn lane or highway off ramp; refer to “Normal (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode” when driving on roads that are winding, icy, snow- in this section.
Page 204: Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifications to the vehicle will effect the performance of the Adaptive Cruise Control. Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) You can only engage ACC if the vehicle speed is above 0 mph (0 km/h).
Page 205: To Activate/Deactivate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 • When you apply the brakes. • When the parking brake is set. • When the automatic transmission is in PARK, RE- VERSE or NEUTRAL. • When the Vehicle speed is outside of the speed range. •...
Page 206: To Set A Desired Acc Speed
204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) want. You could lose control and have a collision. Always leave the system off when you are not using To Set A Desired ACC Speed When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, push the SET + button or the SET - button and release.
Page 207: To Cancel
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 • The shift lever/gear selector is removed from the Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. If you do not, the vehicle may continue to accelerate beyond the set Drive position. speed. If this occurs: •...
Page 208: To Resume
206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic Speed Control • ACC cannot be resumed if there is a stationary vehicle ON/OFF button is pressed. in-front of your vehicle in close proximity. • The ignition is turned OFF. WARNING! •...
Page 209 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will The speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: continue to increase in 10 km/h increments until the button is released.
Page 210: Setting The Following Distance In Acc
208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The ACC system decelerates the vehicle to a full stop Metric Speed (km/h) when following a target vehicle. If an ACC host vehicle • Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 km/h follows a target vehicle to a standstill, after two decrease in set speed.
Page 211 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Using this distance setting and the vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the distance to the vehicle ahead. This distance setting displays in the EVIC. Distance Setting 3 Bars (Long) Distance Setting 4 Bars (Longest)
Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Distance Setting 2 Bars (Medium) Distance Setting 1 Bar (Short) To increase the distance setting, press the Distance Set- ting — Increase button and release. Each time the button is pressed, the distance setting increases by one bar (longer).
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 • The distance setting is changed. To decrease the distance setting, press the Distance Setting — Decrease button and release. Each time the • The system disengages. (Refer to the information on button is pressed, the distance setting decreases by one ACC Activation).
Page 214: Overtake Aid
212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Overtake Aid When driving with ACC engaged and following a target vehicle, the system will provide an additional accelera- tion to assist in passing vehicles in front. This additional acceleration is triggered when the driver utilizes the left turn signal.
Page 215: Acc Operation At Stop
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 ACC Operation at Stop WARNING! If the ACC system brings your vehicle to a standstill When the ACC system is resumed, the driver must while following a target vehicle, if the target vehicle starts ensure that there are no pedestrians, vehicles or moving within two seconds of your vehicle coming to a objects in the path of the vehicle.
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) ON/ The ACC screen may display once again if any ACC OFF button (located on the steering wheel) until one of activity occurs, which may include any of the following: the following displays in the EVIC: •...
Page 217: Display Warnings And Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 Display Warnings And Maintenance vehicle has left these areas. Under rare conditions, when the radar is not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path “Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” this warning may temporarily occur.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Do not remove any screws from the sensor. Doing so NOTE: could cause an ACC system malfunction or failure and • If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar require a sensor realignment. Sensor”...
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 obstructions, such as mud, dirt, or ice on windshield and When the condition that created limited functionality is fog on the inside of glass. In these cases, the EVIC will no longer present, the system will return to full function- display “ACC/FCW Limited Functionality Clean Front ality.
Page 220: Precautions While Driving With Acc
218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Precautions While Driving With ACC In certain driving situations, ACC may have detection issues. In these cases, ACC may brake late or unexpect- edly. The driver needs to stay alert and may need to intervene.
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 the vehicle is out of the curve the system will resume Using ACC On Hills your original Set Speed. This is a part of normal ACC When driving on hills, ACC may not detect a vehicle in system functionality.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Changing ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely in the lane in which you are traveling. In the illustration shown, ACC has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes and it may not detect the vehicle until it’s too late for the ACC system to take action.
Page 223 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 Narrow Vehicles Stationary Objects And Vehicles Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer edges of ACC does not react to stationary objects and stationary the lane or edging into the lane are not detected until they vehicles.
Page 224: General Information
222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information To change between the different control modes, press the ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) ON/OFF button FCC Requirements For Vehicular Radar Systems which turns the ACC and the NORMAL (Fixed Speed) ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL OFF. Pressing of the Classification Specifications: NORMAL (Fixed Speed) ELECTRONIC SPEED CON- 47 C.F.R.
Page 225 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 To Set A Desired Speed The speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: Turn the Normal (Fixed Speed) Electronic U.S. Speed (mph) Speed Control ON. When the vehicle has •...
Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will Metric Speed (km/h) continue to increase in 10 km/h increments until the • Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 km/h button is released.
Page 227: Forward Collision Warning (Fcw) With Mitigation - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 • The vehicle parking brake is applied. • The ignition is turned off. • The braking temperature exceeds normal range (over- • You engage Four-Wheel Drive Low. heated). • The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) On/Off button is •...
Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: FCW monitors the information from the forward looking sensors as well as the Electronic Brake Controller (EBC), to calculate the probability of a forward collision. When the system determines that a forward collision is probable, the driver will be provided with audible and visual warnings and may provide a brake jerk warning.
Page 229: Turning Fcw On Or Off
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 NOTE: WARNING! • The minimum speed for FCW activation is 5 mph Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to (10 km/h). avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect • The FCW alerts may be triggered on objects other than every type of potential collision.
Page 230: Changing Fcw And Active Braking Status
228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To turn the FCW system back ON, press the forward Changing FCW And Active Braking Status collision button again to turn the system ON (led turns To Change The FCW Sensitivity And Active Braking off).
Page 231 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 To Change The FCW Sensitivity And Active Braking The default status of FCW is the “Far” setting and the Settings With Uconnect® 5.0 System Screen — Active Braking is the “On” setting, this allows the system If Equipped to warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you when you are farther away and it applies...
Page 232: Fcw Limited Warning
230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE path of the car, stationary objects that are far away, Service FCW Warning oncoming traffic, or leading vehicles with the same or If the system turns off, and the EVIC displays: higher rate of speed. •...
Page 233: Parksense® Sensors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 ParkSense® will retain the last system state (enabled or (200 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper in the horizontal disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is direction, depending on the location, type and orienta- changed to the ON/RUN position.
Page 234: Parksense® Display
232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense® Display The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing a single arc in the left and/or right rear regions based on When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the EVIC will display the obstacle’s distance and location relative to the vehicle.
Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 Single 1/2 Second Tone Slow Tone...
Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Continuous Tone The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous tone. The following chart shows the warning alert opera- tion when the system is detecting an obstacle:...
Page 237: Enabling And Disabling Parksense
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 WARNING ALERTS Rear Distance Greater than 79-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than (in/cm) 79 in (200 cm) (200-100 cm) (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Audible Alert None Single 1/2 Slow Fast Continuous...
Page 238: Service The Parksense® Rear Park Assist System
236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Your Instrument Panel” for further information. When the message. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center shift lever/gear selector is moved to REVERSE and the (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for system is disabled, the EVIC will display the “PARKSENSE further information.
Page 239: Cleaning The Parksense® System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 • When you move the shift lever/gear selector to the Cleaning The ParkSense® System REVERSE position and ParkSense® is turned OFF, the Clean the ParkSense® sensors with water, car wash soap EVIC will display “PARKSENSE OFF” message for as and a soft cloth.
Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE system misinterpreting a close object as a sensor WARNING! problem, causing the “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE • Drivers must be careful when backing up even SERVICE REQUIRED” message to be displayed in the EVIC. when using ParkSense®. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure CAUTION! to check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles,...
Page 241: Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 the shift lever/gear selector is put into REVERSE. The WARNING! (Continued) image will be displayed on the Navigation/Multimedia • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- radio display screen along with a caution note to “check mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- entire surroundings”...
Page 242 240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When enabled, active guide lines are overlaid on the vehicle while a dashed center-line will indicate the center image to illustrate the width of the vehicle and its of the vehicle to assist with aligning to a hitch/receiver. projected backup path based on the steering wheel The following table shows the approximate distances for position.
Page 243: Turning Parkview® On Or Off - With Uconnect® 5.0
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 Turning ParkView® On Or Off — With CAUTION! Uconnect® 5.0 • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView® should only 1. Turn the Radio on. be used as a parking aid. The ParkView® camera is 2.
Page 244: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle Overhead Console
242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Press the “Safety & Driving Assistance” soft-key. 4. Press the “Parkview Backup camera” soft-key to turn the ParkView® system ON or OFF. NOTE: A check mark will appear in the selection box to indicate the system is turned ON.
Page 245: Front Map/Reading Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 Front Map/Reading Lights To turn the lights off, press the switch a second time. The lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights will Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE is can be turned on by pressing the switch on either side of pressed.
Page 246: Courtesy Lights
244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Courtesy Lights Sunglasses Bin Door The courtesy lights can be turned on by pressing the top At the front of the console a compartment is provided for corner of the lens. To turn the lights off, press the lens a the storage of a pair of sunglasses.
Page 247: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink® replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink® unit operates off your vehicle’s battery.
Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE For more efficient programming and accurate transmis- sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink® system.
Page 249: Programming A Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manu- factured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identified by the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener.
Page 250 248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) Firmly press and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
Page 251: Programming A Non-Rolling Code
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to program To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, while keeping the HomeLink®...
Page 252: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To program the remaining two HomeLink® buttons, Canadian/Gate Operator Programming repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT For programming transmitters in Canada/United States erase the channels. that require the transmitter signals to “time-out” after several seconds of transmission.
Page 253 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) 5. Press and hold the programmed HomeLink® button away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- and observe the indicator light. gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
Page 254: Using Homelink
252 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Without releasing button proceed with The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is disabled when “Canadian/Gate Operator Programming” step 2 and the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow all remaining steps. Troubleshooting Tips Using HomeLink® If you are having trouble programming HomeLink®, To operate, press and release the programmed here are some of the most common solutions:...
Page 255: General Information
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 General Information WARNING! This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry • Your motorized door or gate will open and close Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following while you are training the universal transceiver. Do two conditions: not train the transceiver if people, pets or other 1.
Page 256: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof switch is located between the sun • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or visors on the overhead console. with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children.
Page 257: Opening Sunroof - Express
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 movement. The sunroof and sunshade will remain in a WARNING! (Continued) partially opened condition until the switch is pushed and • Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. held rearward again. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any Closing Sunroof —...
Page 258: Pinch Protect Feature
256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protect Feature Sunshade Operation This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an ob- sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. struction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is sunroof will automatically retract.
Page 259: Sunroof Maintenance
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 Sunroof Maintenance ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean Your vehicle is equipped with 12 Volt (13 Amp) power the glass panel. outlets that can be used to power cellular phones, small electronics and other low powered electrical accessories.
Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • 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 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 Front Center Console Outlet Rear Full Center Console Outlet If your vehicle is equipped with a rear full center console, The rear cargo power outlet is located in the right rear there is also a power outlet located in the lower storage cargo area.
Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cargo Power Outlet Rear Cargo Power Outlet Fuse NOTE: The rear cargo power outlet can be switched to “battery” powered all the time by switching the power outlet right rear quarter panel fuse in the fuse panel.
Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 264: Power Inverter - If Equipped
262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! There is a 115 Volt, 150 Watt inverter outlet located on the • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw back of the center console to convert DC current to AC power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in current.
Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 the electrical device has been removed from the outlet the inverter should automatically reset. To avoid overloading the circuit, check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to using the inverter. WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: •...
Page 266: Cupholders
264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS Rear Cupholders Rear Center Arm Rest Cupholders — If Equipped Front Seat Cupholders There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers There are two cupholders for the front seat passengers located in the fold-down center armrest. located in the center console.
Page 267 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 Rear Full Console Cupholders — If Equipped The rear full console cupholders are equipped with a light ring that illuminates the cupholders for the rear There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers passengers.
Page 268: Storage
266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Mini Console Cupholders — If Equipped STORAGE There are two cupholders for the rear seat passengers Glove Compartment located in the front of the rear mini console. The glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel.
Page 269: Door Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 To open the glove compartment, pull outward on the Front Center Console latch and lower the glove box door. The front center console contains both an upper and a lower storage area. Door Storage To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on Large storage areas are built into the door panels for easy the small latch located on the lid.
Page 270: Rear Full Center Console - If Equipped
268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lift upward on the larger of the latches to access the To open the upper storage compartment, pull upward on lower storage compartment. the small latch located on the front of the lid. Rear Full Center Console —...
Page 271 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 NOTE: Lower storage compartment light is always on The upper storage compartment may also be lifted for- with ignition in the ON/RUN position. ward. Push in the release button located on the back of the lid.
Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Storage Compartment Rear Push Button Lower Storage Compartment When lifted forward there is access to the lower storage compartment.
Page 273 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 NOTE: When the lower storage compartment is accessed Open storage areas, or cubby bins with removable liners, it allows the armrest to flip forward for “fold flat mode”. are located rearward of the cupholders and in the lower Fold flat mode allows the console armrest to be lowered front of the console.
Page 274: Rear Mini Center Console - If Equipped
272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Mini Center Console — If Equipped CARGO AREA FEATURES An open storage area, or cubby bin with removable liner, Rechargeable Flashlight is located in the front of the console. The rechargeable flashlight is mounted on the left side of the cargo area.
Page 275: Cargo Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 Press And Release Three-Press Switch To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for high, Cargo Storage twice for low, and a third time to return to off. There is a removable storage bin located on the left side of the rear cargo area.
Page 276: Retractable Cargo Area Cover - If Equipped
274 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Additional storage can be found in the load floor. To Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped access the lower storage, lift the handle and raise the NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to storage lid.
Page 277: Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 WARNING! In a collision, a loose cargo cover in the vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and strike someone in the vehicle. Do not store the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger compart- ment.
Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not carry loads which exceed the load limits • To help protect against personal injury, passengers described on the label attached to the left door or should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear left door center pillar.
Page 279: Rear Window Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the first detent for intermittent operation and to Rear Window Wiper/Washer the second detent for continuous rear wiper operation. The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the mul- Rotating the center portion upward once more tifunction lever on the left side of the steering column.
Page 280: Rear Window Defroster
278 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned CAUTION! OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the “park” position. Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: Rear Window Defroster •...
Page 281: Roof Luggage Rack - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED The crossbars and side rails are designed to carry weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars.
Page 282: Deploying The Crossbars
280 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Deploying the Crossbars Remove the crossbar from the stowed position by sliding the crossbar towards the center of the roof. Repeat with Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumb crossbar on the opposite side. screws at both ends of the crossbar.
Page 283 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 Position the crossbars across the roof making sure the CAUTION! letters on the crossbars align with the matching letters on the side rail. Be careful when handling the crossbars to prevent damage to the vehicle. Starting with one crossbar, bend down the pivot supports at each end.
Page 284: Stowing The Crossbars
282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE crossbar is fully deployed with the crossbar pushed as far into the slot as possible. Once the crossbar is in place, tighten both thumb screws completely. Deployed Crossbars Stowing The Crossbars Starting with one crossbar, completely loosen the thumb Installing Crossbars screws at both ends.
Page 285 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 Then, position the crossbar along the correct side rail. CAUTION! Make sure the letters on the crossbar align with the matching letters on the side rail. Be careful when handling the crossbars to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Crossbar To Side Rail Tightening Crossbar Once the driver’s side crossbar is in place, tighten the Repeat the procedure to stow the second crossbar on the thumb screws completely. opposite side.
Page 287 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 • If any metallic object is placed over the satellite radio antenna (if equipped), you may experience interrup- tion of satellite radio reception. WARNING! Cargo must be securely tied before driving your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per- sonal injury or property damage.
Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Load should always be secured to cross bars first, • To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO with tie down loops used as additional securing NOT carry any loads on the roof rack without the points if needed.
Page 289: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ EVIC Red Telltales .....309 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..290 ▫...
Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Customer Programmable Features — ▫ Blu-ray™ Disc Player Remote Control — If Uconnect® 8.4 Settings ....339 Equipped ......367 ▫...
Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 ▫ Rear Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — CLIMATE CONTROLS ....382 If Equipped ......391 ▫...
Page 292: Instrument Panel Features
290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Outlet 6 — Lower Switch Bank 11 — Hood Release 2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Hazard Switch 12 — Fuel Door Release 3 — Radio 8 — Storage Bin (SD Card, AUX, USB Media Hub) 13 —...
Page 293: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 294: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 3. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light 1. Tachometer This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute switch is turned to the ON/RUN position and (RPM x 1000).
Page 295 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293 4. High Beam Indicator A tone will chime, and an EVIC message will appear if either turn signal is left on for more than 1 mile (1.6 km). Indicates that headlights are on high beam. NOTE: If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check 5.
Page 296 294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL monitors engine and automatic transmission control sys- WARNING! tems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON/RUN position before engine start. If the bulb does A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON/ above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal RUN, have the condition checked promptly.
Page 297 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 295 12. Temperature Gauge WARNING! The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera- A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that others could be badly burned by steam or boiling the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the light remains on when the parking brake has been NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake tions.
Page 299 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297 Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by 15. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the Each tire, including the spare (if provided), ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for ap- should be checked monthly when cold and proximately two seconds.
Page 300 298 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 301 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 299 16. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) When the appropriate conditions exist, this display Display/Odometer Display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) messages. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Cen- The odometer display shows the total distance the ve- ter”...
Page 302 300 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 19. Vehicle Security Light ON/RUN position. It should go out with the engine running. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator This light will flash rapidly for approximately Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a 15 seconds when the vehicle theft alarm is malfunction has been detected in the ESC system.
Page 303: Electronic Vehicle Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 301 • The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop when ESC becomes inactive following the maneuver that caused the ESC activation. 22. Park/Headlight ON Indicator — If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on.
Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Driver Assist • Fuel Economy • Trip • Audio • Stored Messages • Screen Setup • Speed Warning — If Equipped The system allows the driver to select information by pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering EVIC Steering Wheel Buttons wheel: •...
Page 305: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 • DOWN Arrow Button Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays Push and release the DOWN button to scroll The EVIC displays are located in the center portion of the downward through the main menu. cluster and consists of multiple sections: •...
Page 306 304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Unstored Messages The main display area will normally display the main menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the menu. The main display area also displays “pop up” condition that activated the message is cleared.
Page 307: Engine Oil Change Indicator System
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 Battery Saver Mode/Battery Saver On Message — Engine Oil Change Indicator System If Equipped Oil Change Required When the Battery Saver Mode or “Battery Saver On Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change message is displayed, the vehicle will turn off certain indicator system.
Page 308: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Messages
306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™ • Service Airbag System 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button and cycle the ignition to the • Traction Control Off ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.) •...
Page 309 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 • Tire Pressure Screen With Low Tire(s) “Inflate Tire to • Vehicle Not in Park XX” • Key in Ignition • Service Tire Pressure System • Key in Ignition Lights On • Parking Brake Engaged •...
Page 310: Evic Amber Telltales
308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Service Airbag Warning Light • Service Shifter • Door Open • Engage Park Brake to Prevent Rolling • Doors Open • Transmission Too cold Idle with Engine On • Liftgate Open • Washer Fluid Low •...
Page 311: Evic Red Telltales
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 • Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator collision. For further information, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Understanding The Features This telltale will turn on to indicate the wind- Of Your Vehicle.” shield washer fluid is low. •...
Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oil Pressure Warning Light electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If the charging system light remains on, it means that the This telltale indicates low engine oil pressure. If vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut system.
Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 If the light remains lit with the engine running, your If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho- stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, rized dealer for service as soon as possible.
Page 314: Evic Green Telltales
312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Adaptive Cruise Control EVIC Green Telltales • Electronic Speed Control SET This light will turn on when the ACC is ON. For further information, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” in This telltale will illuminate green when the “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle.
Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 MPH To km/h If tire pressure is OK for all tires a vehicle ICON is displayed with tire pressure values in each corner of the ICON. Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow If one or more tires have low pressure, “Inflate Tire To button until the MPH to km/h icon is high- XX”...
Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Oil Temperature Oil Pressure Press and release the RIGHT or LEFT arrow button until Press and release the RIGHT or LEFT arrow button until “Oil Temperature” is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and “Oil Pressure” is highlighted in the EVIC. Press and release the RIGHT arrow button and the oil temperature release the RIGHT arrow button and the current oil will be displayed.
Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 Trip B Fuel Economy From the Trip A menu press and release the Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow Left or Right arrow button until the Trip B icon button until the Fuel Economy icon is is highlighted in the EVIC (Toggle left or right highlighted.
Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio Driver Assist Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button button until the Audio display icon is high- until the Driver Assist display icon is high- lighted in the EVIC.
Page 319: Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 • Trip A Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items • Trip B Current Gear • On Upper Right • Off • None • Compass (default setting) Upper Left • None • Outside Temp • Compass • Time •...
Page 320: Uconnect® Settings
318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To Default Settings) • Cancel • Okay Uconnect® SETTINGS The Uconnect® system uses a combination of soft and hard keys located on the center of the instrument panel that allows you to access and change the customer programmable features.
Page 321: Hard-Keys
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 Hard-Keys Hard-Keys are located below the Uconnect® system in the center of the instrument panel. In addition, there is a Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right side of the Climate Controls in the center of the instrument panel. Turn the control knob to scroll through menus and change settings (i.e., 30, 60, 90), press the center of the control knob one or more times to select or change a...
Page 322: Soft-Keys
320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Soft-Keys previous menu or press the X soft-key to close out of the settings screen. Pressing the Up or Down Arrow soft-keys Soft-Keys are accessible on the Uconnect® display. on the right side of the screen will allow you to toggle up or down through the available settings.
Page 323 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 • Units with the + and – setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale between the “+” and “–” soft-keys. When in this display, you may select to have the EVIC, Then touch the back arrow soft-key. odometer, and navigation system (if equipped) changed •...
Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL options while in a voice session. To change the Show Cluster” soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to the Command List, touch the “Never,” “With Help” or setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the “Always”...
Page 325 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that means the system will warn you of a possible collision setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key with the vehicle in front of you when you are farther to return to the previous menu.
Page 326 324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Front ParkSense® Chime Volume (FCW) with Mitigation - Active Braking” soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the The Front ParkSense® Chime Volume settings can be setting had been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key selected from the EVIC or Uconnect®...
Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the potential lane departures. The LDW sensitivity can be set setting had been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to provide either an early, medium or late warning zone to return to the previous menu.
Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Tilt Mirrors In Reverse • Blind Spot Alert When this feature is selected, the exterior sideview When this feature is selected, the Blind Spot Alert feature mirrors will tilt downward when the ignition is in the Provides alerts, visual and/or audible, to indicate objects RUN position and the transmission shift lever/gear in your blind spot.
Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 • ParkView® Backup Camera Active Guidelines Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer to verify sensor alignment. Having a sensor that is misaligned will result Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear in the BSM not operating to specification. Back Up Camera Active Guidelines that allows you to see •...
Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ParkView® Backup Camera Static Gridlines vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera delay turned ON), the rear view image with dynamic grid lines Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear will be displayed for up to 10 seconds after shifting out of Back Up Camera Static Guidelines that allows you to see “REVERSE”...
Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 • Hill Start Assist — If Equipped • Auto Park Brake (automatic vehicles) When this feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist (HSA) When this feature is selected, the vehicle will automati- system is active. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control cally set the Park Brake when the vehicle is shifted to System”...
Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Hold ’n Go™ • Headlights Off Delay When this feature is selected, the vehicle will automati- When this feature is selected, it allows the adjustment of cally hold its position when it comes to a stop. To make the amount of time the headlights remain on after the your selection, touch the “Hold ’n Go”...
Page 333 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 • Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped menu. Refer to “Lights/SmartBeam™ — If Equipped” in “Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle” for fur- When this feature is selected, and the headlight switch is ther information. in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on ap- •...
Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL next to setting, indicating that the setting has been touch the “Sound Horn With Lock” soft-key, until a selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting previous menu.
Page 335 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 passenger’s doors. When Unlock All Doors On 1st Push grabbed. To make your selection, touch the “Passive Entry” soft-key until a check-mark appears next to set- is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first push of ting, showing that setting has been selected.
Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Power Lift Gate Alert These features will stay on through the duration of remote start or until the ignition switch is turned to the This feature plays an alert when the power lift gate is ON/RUN position.
Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 To make your selection, touch the Easy Exit Seats soft- Delay status touch the + or - soft-key to select your key, until a check-mark appears next to setting, showing desired time interval. Touch the back arrow soft-key to that setting has been selected.
Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Perform Compass Calibration NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Mobile Phones, Lap- Touch the “Calibration” soft-key to change this setting. tops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the module is located, and it can cause interference with the need to manually reset the compass.
Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 • Equalizer • Surround Sound When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and This feature provides simulated surround sound mode. Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – To make your selection, touch the “Surround Sound” setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale soft-key, select On or Off followed by pressing the back between the “+”...
Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Subscription Information Phone/Bluetooth® After pressing the “Phone/Bluetooth” soft-key the fol- New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free lowing settings will be available: limited time subscription to SiriusXM Satellite Radio with your radio. Following the expiration of the free •...
Page 341: Customer Programmable Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • Clear Personal Data Restore Settings After pressing the “Restore Settings” soft-key the follow- When this feature is selected it will remove personal data ing settings will be available: including Bluetooth® devices and presets. To Clear Per- sonal Data touch the “Yes”...
Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Display Mode When making a selection, press the soft-key to enter the desired mode. Once in the desired mode press and When in this display you may select one of the auto release the preferred setting until a check-mark appears display settings.
Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 • Set Language • Voice Response Length When in this display, you may select one of multiple When in this display, you may change the Voice Re- languages (English / Français / Español) for all display sponse Length settings.
Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Time Hours designated turn within a programmed route. To make your selection, touch the “Navigation Turn-By-Turn In When in this display, you may adjust the hours. The Cluster” soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to the “Sync with GPS Time”...
Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 check-mark appears next to the 12hrs or 24hrs setting, the FCW status, touch and release the “Near” or “Far” showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back button. Then touch the back arrow soft-key. arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu.
Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) — If Equipped soft-key until a check-mark appears next to setting, indicating that the setting had been selected. Touch the The Lane Departure Warning (LDW) sets the distance at back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. which the steering wheel will provide feedback for •...
Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 • ParkSense® Park Assist Braking equipped. The chime volume settings include LOW, MEDIUM, and HIGH. The factory default volume setting When this feature is selected, the park assist system will is MEDIUM. To make your selection, touch the detect objects located behind the vehicle and utilize “ParkSense®...
Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL REVERSE. To make your selection, touch the “Tilt Mir- will only show a visual alert in the exterior mirrors. rors In Reverse” soft-key, until a check-mark appears next When “Lights & Chime” mode is activated, the Blind to setting, indicating that the setting had been selected.
Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever display along with a caution note to “check entire sur- the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The image will be roundings” across the top of the screen. After five sec- displayed on the radio touchscreen display along with a onds, this note will disappear.
Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Rain Sensing Auto Wipers setting, indicating that the setting had been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous When this feature is selected, the system will automati- menu. cally activate the windshield wipers if it senses moisture •...
Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 • Brake Service • Hold ’n Go™ This feature will be grayed out while vehicle is in motion. When this feature is selected, the vehicle will automati- When this feature is selected, it will allow the service of cally hold its position when it comes to a stop.
Page 352 350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Headlights With Wipers — If Equipped “Lights / SmartBeam™ — If Equipped” in “Understand- ing The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further informa- When this feature is selected, and the headlight switch is tion. in the AUTO position, the headlights will turn on ap- •...
Page 353 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 next to the setting, showing that setting has been se- touch the “Sound Horn With Lock” soft-key, until a lected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that the previous menu.
Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL passenger’s doors. When Unlock All Doors On 1st Push check-mark appears next to the setting, showing that the setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first push of return to the previous menu.
Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped Engine Off Options After pressing the “Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start” After touching the “Engine Off Options” soft-key the soft-key the following settings will be available: following settings will be available: •...
Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Variance Engine Off Power Delay status, touch the “0 seconds,” “45 seconds,” “5 minutes” or “10 minutes” soft-key. Then Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic touch the back arrow soft-key. North and Geographic North. To compensate for the •...
Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 also calibrate the compass by pressing the “ON” soft-key and completing one or more 360-degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the CAL indicator displayed in the EVIC turns off. The compass will now function normally.
Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Bass/Mid/Treble allow you to simply slide your To make your selection, touch the “AUX Volume Match” finger up or down to change the setting as well as touch soft-key, select On or Off followed by pressing the back directly on the desired setting.
Page 359 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 SiriusXM Setup Touch the “Subscription Info” soft-key to access the Subscription Information screen. After pressing the “SIRIUS” Setup soft-key the following settings will be available: Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To reactivate your service, either call the number listed on •...
Page 360: Uconnect® Radios - If Equipped
358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Clear Personal Data iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED After touching the “Clear Personal Data Settings” soft- Located in the lower section of the front integrated center key the following settings will be available: stack, in front of the rotary shifter, this feature allows an iPod®...
Page 361: Uconnect® Rear Seat Entertainment System - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 iPod® control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod® Getting Started and iPhone® devices. Some iPod® software versions • Screen(s) located in the rear of front seats: Open the may not fully support the iPod® control features. Please LCD screen cover by lifting up on cover.
Page 362 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Your vehicle may be equipped with a Blu-ray™ Disc Player. If equipped with a Blu-ray™ Disc Player, the icon will be present on the Player. • Turn on the Rear Seat Entertainment system by press- ing the Power button on the remote control.
Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 Rear Seat Entertainment System Remote Control Rear Seat Entertainment System Headphone Channel Channel Selector Selector • The system can be controlled by the front seat occu- pants utilizing either the touchscreen radio, or by the rear seat occupants using the remote control.
Page 364: Dual Video Screen
362 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Dual Video Screen NOTE: Typically there are two different ways to operate the features of the Rear Seat Entertainment System. • The Remote Control • The Touchscreen Radio (If Equipped) Blu-ray™ Disc Player Play A Blu-ray™ Disc The Blu-ray™...
Page 365: Play Video Games
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 Using The Touchscreen Radio Using The Remote Control • Select an audio channel (Rear 1 for driver’s side rear screen and Rear 2 for passenger’s side rear screen), then press the source key and using the up and down arrows, highlight disc from the menu and press the OK button.
Page 366 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When connecting an external source to the AUX/HDMI input, ensure to follow the standard color coding for the audio/video jacks: 1. HDMI Input 2. Right audio in (red) 3. Left audio in (white) 4. Video in (yellow) NOTE: Certain high-end video games, such as Playsta- tion3 and XBox360 will exceed the power limit of the vehicle’s Power Inverter.
Page 367: Play A Dvd/Blu-Ray™ Disc Using The Touchscreen Radio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 Play A DVD/Blu-ray™ Disc Using The 2. While looking at Rear 1 or 2, highlight DISC by either Touchscreen Radio pressing Up/Down/Left/Right buttons, then press ENTER/OK. 1. Insert the DVD/Blu-ray™ Disc with the label facing as indicated on the DVD/Blu-ray™...
Page 368 366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Using The Touchscreen Radio Controls 3. Touch the 1 or 2 soft-key, the select source soft-key and then the DISC soft-key in the MEDIA column. To exit 1. Press the Media soft-key on the Uconnect® radio touch the X at the top right of the screen.
Page 369: Important Notes For Dual Video Screen System
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 NOTE: Touching the screen on a Touchscreen radio while a Blu-ray™ Disc Player Remote Control — DVD or Blu-ray™ Disc is playing, brings up the basic remote If Equipped control functions for DVD play such as scene selection, Play, Pause, FF, RW, and Stop.
Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL audio while the screen is closed, press the Power — Press and hold to fast forward through the button to turn the headphone transmitter on. current audio track or video chapter. 2. Channel Selector Indicators — When a button is (Play/Pause) —...
Page 371: Replacing The Remote Control Batteries
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 • Replace the batteries, making sure to orient them 15. BACK — Press to exit out of menus or return to source selection screen. according to the polarity diagram shown. • Replace the battery compartment cover. —...
Page 372: Controls
370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Controls The headphone power indicator and controls are located on the right ear cup. NOTE: The rear video system must be turned on before sound can be heard from the headphones. To conserve battery life, the headphones will automatically turn off approximately three minutes after the rear video system is turned off.
Page 373: Replacing The Headphone Batteries
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 NOTE: 4. When the Mode Selection menu appears on screen, use the cursor buttons on the remote control to navi- • When both the headphone and the remote control gate to the available modes and press the OK button to channel selector switches are on Channel 1, the select the new mode.
Page 374: Unwired® Stereo Headphone Lifetime Limited
372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Unwired® Stereo Headphone Lifetime Limited TECHNOLOGY IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY INJURIES Warranty OR DAMAGES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY RESULT- ING FROM THE USE OF, OR ANY FAILURE OR DE- Who Does This Warranty Cover? This warranty covers FECT IN, THE PRODUCT, NOR IS UNWIRED LIABLE the initial user or purchaser ( you or your ) of this FOR ANY GENERAL, SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT,...
Page 375 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 PRODUCTS, AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WAR- Display Settings RANTIES (EXPRESS OR IMPLIED), INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. If you have any questions or comments regarding your Unwired®...
Page 376 374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Close the video screen. Display Settings menu. These settings control the appear- ance of the video on the screen. The factory default • To change the current audio mode, press the remote settings are already set for optimum viewing, so there is control’s SOURCE button.
Page 377 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 Disc Formats DVD Audio Support The Blu-ray™ Disc player is capable of the playing the When a DVD-Audio disc is inserted in the Blu-ray™ Disc following types of discs (12 mm or 8 mm diameter): player, the DVD-Audio title on the disc is played by default (most DVD-Audio discs also have a Video title, •...
Page 378 376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Mixed media recordable DVD formats will only play If you record a disc using a personal computer, there may be cases where the Blu-ray™ Disc player may not be able the Video_TS portion of the disc. to play some or the entire disc, even if it is recorded in a If you are still having trouble writing a disc that is compatible format and is playable on other players.
Page 379 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 • The Blu-ray™ Disc player always uses the file exten- • If you are creating your own files, the recommended sion to determine the audio format, so MP3 files must fixed bit rate for MP3 files is between 96 and 192Kbps always end with the extension .mp3 or .MP3 and and the recommended fixed bit rate for WMA files is WMA files must always end with the extension .wma...
Page 380 378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL dirty, damaged, or incompatible disc format are all Product Agreement potential causes for a Disc Error message. This product incorporates copyright protection technol- ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec- If a disc has a damaged track which results in audible or tual property rights.
Page 381: Steering Wheel Audio Controls - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 General Information This system complies with Part 15 of the FCC Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired op- eration.
Page 382: Radio Operation
380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing the center button will make the radio switch CD Player between the various modes available (AM/FM/SXM/ Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next CD/AUX/VES, etc.). track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once will go to the beginning of the current track, or to the The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a beginning of the previous track if it is within one second...
Page 383: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch- RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES ing the disc. Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from 4.
Page 384: Climate Controls
382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS General Overview The air conditioning and heating system is designed to Hard-Keys make you comfortable in all types of weather. This The hard-keys are located below the Uconnect® screen. system can be operated through either the controls on the instrument panel or through the Uconnect®...
Page 385 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 Soft-Keys Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® system screen. Uconnect® 8.4 Automatic Temperature Controls — Soft-Keys Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-Keys And Uconnect® 5.0 Automatic Temperature Controls — Soft-Keys) Soft-Keys 1. MAX A/C Button Press and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is ON.
Page 386 384 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL this function again will cause the MAX A/C operation to 5. Front Defrost Button switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C indicator Press and release to change the current airflow setting to will turn off. Defrost mode.
Page 387 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 7. Rear Climate Button — If Equipped CAUTION! Press and release this button to turn on the rear climate Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to controls. The indicator will illuminate when the rear the heating elements: climate controls are ON.
Page 388 386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 9. Passenger Temperature Control Down Button 11. Blower Control Provides the passenger with independent temperature Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air control. Push the hard-key button for cooler temperature forced through the climate system. There are seven settings or on the touchscreen, press and slide the soft- blower speeds available.
Page 389 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 12. Modes NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort con- ditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air warmer air from the floor outlets. comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, •...
Page 390: Climate Control Functions
388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 14. Driver Temperature Control Down Button 16. Temperature Control (Uconnect® 5.0 Radio Only) Provides the driver with independent temperature con- Press the temperature soft-key to regulate the tempera- trol. Push the hard-key button for cooler temperature ture of the air inside the passenger compartment.
Page 391 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 NOTE: Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C and the prior settings. The soft-key illuminates when MAX A/C • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, is ON. select Defrost mode and increase blower speed. In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position can be •...
Page 392: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may 2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the lead to excessive window fogging. The recirculation system to maintain by adjusting the driver and pas- feature may be unavailable (soft button greyed out) if senger temperature hard or soft control buttons (8, 9, conditions exist that could create fogging on the inside of 14, 15).
Page 393: If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric units The operator can also select the direction of the airflow by selecting the Uconnect® customer-programmable by selecting one of the available mode settings. A/C feature.
Page 394 392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Uconnect® 5.0 Automatic Rear Climate Soft-Key Uconnect® 8.4 Automatic Rear Climate Soft-Key Controls Screen Controls Screen 1 — Blower Up Soft-Key 5 — Done Soft-Key 1 — Rear Auto Soft-Key 6 — Blower Up Soft-Key 2 —...
Page 395 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 Controlling The Rear Climate Controls From The Rear Lock Front ATC Panel Pressing the Rear Temperature Lock soft-key on the The Three-Zone ATC system allows for adjustment of the Uconnect® touchscreen, illuminates a lock symbol in the rear climate controls from the front ATC panel.
Page 396 394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Rotate the Rear Blower, Rear Temperature and the Rear Mode Control knobs to suit your comfort needs. • ATC is selected by adjusting the rear blower knob counterclockwise to AUTO. Once the desired temperature is displayed, the ATC System will automatically achieve and maintain that comfort level.
Page 397 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 Rear Blower Control CAUTION! (Continued) The primary control for the rear blower is on the front just behind the sliding door. Do not block or place climate control unit, located on the instrument panel. objects directly in front of the inlet grille or heater outlets.
Page 398: Operating Tips
396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Rear Mode Control Floor Mode Auto Mode Air comes from the floor outlets. • The rear system automatically maintains the correct Operating Tips mode and comfort level desired by the rear seat NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for occupants.
Page 399 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 Winter Operation NOTE: Recirculate without A/C should not be used for long periods, as fogging may occur. Use of the air Recirculation mode during Winter months is not recommended because it may cause window fogging. Outside Air Intake Vacation Storage Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the...
Page 400 398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions...
Page 401: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock....412 STARTING PROCEDURES ....404 ▫...
Page 402 400 STARTING AND OPERATING ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS ....429 FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINE ONLY — IF EQUIPPED ....438 OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS .
Page 403 STARTING AND OPERATING 401 ▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light ▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped ... . .469 And ESC OFF Indicator Light ... .451 ▫...
Page 404 402 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ General Information ....485 ▫ E-85 General Information ....491 ▫...
Page 405 STARTING AND OPERATING 403 TRAILER TOWING .....500 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) ....515 ▫...
Page 406: Starting Procedures
404 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if in a location accessible to children), and do not present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with...
Page 407: Keyless Enter-N-Go
STARTING AND OPERATING 405 Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated CAUTION! Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage ing precautions are not observed: •...
Page 408: Normal Starting
406 STARTING AND OPERATING Normal Starting To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button 1. Place the shift lever/gear selector in PARK, then press 1. The transmission must be in PARK. and release the ENGINE START/STOP button. 2.
Page 409: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)
STARTING AND OPERATING 407 • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to place NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN (engine not running) position and the transmission is in the ignition to the ACC position (EVIC will display PARK, the system will automatically time out after 30 “ACC”), minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the...
Page 410: If Engine Fails To Start
408 STARTING AND OPERATING If Engine Fails To Start WARNING! (Continued) • If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster WARNING! cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the battery or the battery in another vehicle.
Page 411: After Starting
STARTING AND OPERATING 409 3. Press and release the ENGINE START/STOP button The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one once. hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine. The starter motor will engage automatically, run for The engine block heater cord is located: 10 seconds, and then disengage.
Page 412: Automatic Transmission
410 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure WARNING! those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is if the engine speed is higher than idle speed.
Page 413 STARTING AND OPERATING 411 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to ing precautions are not observed: be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a •...
Page 414: Key Ignition Park Interlock
412 STARTING AND OPERATING Key Ignition Park Interlock The brake pedal must also be pressed to shift from NEUTRAL into DRIVE or REVERSE when the vehicle is This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- stopped or moving at low speeds. lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the engine can be turned off.
Page 415: Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING 413 • Some ECO mode functions may be temporarily inhib- ited based on temperature and other factors. Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission The transmission is controlled using a rotary electronic gear selector located on the center console. The transmis- sion gear range (PRND) is displayed both above the gear selector and in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Page 416 414 STARTING AND OPERATING self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles (kilometers). Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped.
Page 417 STARTING AND OPERATING 415 NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to WARNING! allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the This is especially important when the engine is cold. parking brake.
Page 418 416 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
Page 419 STARTING AND OPERATING 417 The following indicator should be used to ensure that CAUTION! you have engaged the transmission into the PARK posi- • Before moving the gear selector out of PARK, you tion: must start the engine and also press the brake •...
Page 420 418 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE (D) WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe shifts, and the best fuel economy.
Page 421 STARTING AND OPERATING 419 During cold temperatures, transmission operation may illuminated. A message in the instrument cluster will be modified depending on engine and transmission inform the driver of the more serious conditions, and temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im- indicate what actions may be necessary.
Page 422 420 STARTING AND OPERATING 5. Restart the engine. system can also provide you with more control during passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no driving, trailer towing, and many other situations. longer detected, the transmission will return to normal operation.
Page 423 STARTING AND OPERATING 421 • The system will ignore attempts to upshift at too low result. It will remain in the selected gear until another upshift or downshift is chosen, except as described of a vehicle speed. below. • Holding the (-) paddle depressed will downshift the •...
Page 424: All-Wheel Drive Operation
422 STARTING AND OPERATING ABS and Traction Control, provides resistance to any WARNING! wheel that is slipping to allow additional torque transfer to wheels with traction. Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their NOTE: This system is not appropriate for conditions grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or where LOW range is recommended.
Page 425 STARTING AND OPERATING 423 This electronically shifted transfer case is designed to be driven in the AWD AUTO position for normal street and highway conditions on dry hard surfaced roads. For variable driving conditions, the AWD AUTO mode can be used. In this mode, the front axle is engaged, but the vehicle’s power is sent to the rear wheels.
Page 426 424 STARTING AND OPERATING Transfer Case Position Indicator Messages If One Or More Shift Conditions Are Not Met: The Transfer Case Position Indicator messages (AWD 1. The indicator light for the current position will remain AUTO and LOW RANGE) are located in the EVIC (Electronic Vehicle Information Center) and indicate the 2.
Page 427 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 that the all-wheel drive system is not functioning prop- Proper operation of all-wheel drive vehicles depends on erly and that service is required. tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the WARNING! transfer case.
Page 428: Shifting Procedure
426 STARTING AND OPERATING For additional information on the appropriate use of each Neutral (N) transfer case mode position, see the information below: Neutral – This range disengages both the front and rear AWD Auto driveshafts from the powertrain. To be used for flat towing behind another vehicle.
Page 429 STARTING AND OPERATING 427 • If all the requirements to select a new transfer case 2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. position have been met, the current position indicator 3. While still rolling, rotate the AWD control switch to light will turn OFF, the selected position indicator light the desired position.
Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: NEUTRAL Shift Procedure • If Steps 1 or 2 of either the Preferred or Alternate 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop with the engine Procedure are not satisfied prior to attempting the shift running.
Page 431: On-Road Driving Tips
STARTING AND OPERATING 429 Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a narrower track to make them capable of performing in a wide variety of off-road applications. Specific design characteristics give them a higher center of gravity than ordinary cars.
Page 432: Off-Road Driving Tips
430 STARTING AND OPERATING OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS Driving Through Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through When To Use LOW Range — If Equipped water, there are a number of precautions that must be When off-road driving, shift to LOW for additional trac- considered before entering the water.
Page 433: Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
STARTING AND OPERATING 431 Driving through water more than a few inches/ Standing Water centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure Avoid driving in standing water deeper than 20 in safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. If you must (51 cm), and reduce speed appropriately to minimize drive through water, try to determine the depth and the wave effects.
Page 434: Hill Climbing
432 STARTING AND OPERATING to “All-Wheel Drive Operation” in “Starting and Oper- If you stall or begin to lose forward motion while ating” for further information. Do not shift to a lower climbing a steep hill, allow your vehicle to come to a stop gear than necessary to maintain forward motion.
Page 435: Traction Downhill
STARTING AND OPERATING 433 Remember, never drive diagonally across a hill always After Driving Off-Road drive straight up or down. Off-road operation puts more stress on your vehicle than If the wheels start to slip as you approach the crest of a does most on-road driving.
Page 436: Power Steering
434 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check for accumulations of plants or brush. These • If you experience unusual vibration after driving in things could be a fire hazard. They might hide damage mud, slush or similar conditions, check the wheels for to fuel lines, brake hoses, axle pinion seals, and impacted material.
Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 caused an over temperature condition in the power CAUTION! steering system. You will lose power steering assistance momentarily until the over temperature condition no Extreme steering maneuvers may cause the electri- longer exists. Once driving conditions are safe, then pull cally driven pump to reduce or stop power steering over and let vehicle idle for a few moments until the light assistance in order to prevent damage to the system.
Page 438: L Engine
436 STARTING AND OPERATING • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer- 5.7L Engine ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. The standard power steering system will give you good This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability system.
Page 439: Power Steering Fluid Check
STARTING AND OPERATING 437 Power Steering Fluid Check WARNING! Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and service interval is not required. The fluid should only be with the engine off to prevent injury from moving checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading.
Page 440: Fuel Saver Technology 5.7L Engine Only - If Equipped
438 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL SAVER TECHNOLOGY 5.7L ENGINE ONLY — release the parking brake, press the park brake pedal a IF EQUIPPED second time and let your foot up as you feel the brake disengage. This feature offers improved fuel economy by shutting off four of the engine’s eight cylinders during light load and cruise conditions.
Page 441 STARTING AND OPERATING 439 When the parking brake is applied with the ignition The parking brake should always be applied whenever switch in the ON position, the “Brake Warning Light” in the driver is not in the vehicle. the instrument cluster will illuminate and the EVIC will display “Parking Brake Engaged”.
Page 442 440 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • When leaving the vehicle, always make sure the • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- keyless ignition node is in the “OFF” mode, re- ing your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or move the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock the injury.
Page 443: Electronic Brake Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING 441 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics brake control system that includes the Anti-Lock Brake from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Brake traction afforded by prevailing road conditions.
Page 444: Brake Assist System (Bas)
442 STARTING AND OPERATING A feature of the TCS system, Brake Limited Differential quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the (BLD), functions similar to a limited-slip differential and benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brak- controls the wheel spin across a driven axle.
Page 445: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)
STARTING AND OPERATING 443 Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) WARNING! This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the tions, and driving conditions, influence the chance speed of the vehicle.
Page 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. En- Malfunction Indicator” begins to flash during accelera- gine power may also be reduced to help the vehicle tion, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle maintain the desired path. as possible.
Page 447 STARTING AND OPERATING 445 mode. This mode should be used for most driving WARNING! (Continued) situations. ESC should only be turned to “Partial Off” exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which mode for specific reasons as noted below. could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of Partial Off others.
Page 448 446 STARTING AND OPERATING Off” mode is overcome, turn ESC back on by momen- tarily pressing the “ESC OFF” switch. This may be done while the vehicle is in motion. WARNING! • When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de- scribed in the TCS section), has been disabled and the “ESC Off Indicator Light”...
Page 449: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 447 AWD Low Range (LOW) all trailers from swaying. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the trailer tongue weight Partial Off recommendations. Refer to “Trailer Towing” in this sec- This is the normal operating mode for ESC in AWD LOW tion for further information.
Page 450: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
448 STARTING AND OPERATING Hill Start Assist (HSA) HSA Activation Criteria The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. HSA will maintain activate: the level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short •...
Page 451 STARTING AND OPERATING 449 WARNING! WARNING! • If you use a trailer brake controller with your There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and will not activate and slight rolling may occur.
Page 452: Ready Alert Braking
450 STARTING AND OPERATING Ready Alert Braking WARNING! (Continued) Ready Alert Braking may reduce the time required to • HSA is not a parking brake. Always apply the reach full braking during emergency braking situations. parking brake fully when leaving your vehicle. It anticipates when an emergency braking situation may Also, be certain to leave the transmission in PARK.
Page 453: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
STARTING AND OPERATING 451 ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo- ESC OFF Indicator Light cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 454: Tire Safety Information
452 STARTING AND OPERATING • Each time the ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION position, the ESC system will be ON even if it was Tire Markings cycled off previously. • The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds when it is active.
Page 455 STARTING AND OPERATING 453 • LT (Light Truck) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. NOTE: design standards. The size designation for LT-Metric • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the design standards.
Page 456 454 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 457 STARTING AND OPERATING 455 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 458: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
456 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Maximum Load – Maximum load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry Maximum Pressure – Maximum pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle.
Page 459 STARTING AND OPERATING 457 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits) 03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) –...
Page 460: Tire Terminology And Definitions
458 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
Page 461: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 459 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. B-Pillar Location For Tire And Loading Information Placard...
Page 462 460 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle. 2. Total weight your vehicle can carry. 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4.
Page 463 STARTING AND OPERATING 461 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- axles must not be exceeded. For further information on pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to XXX kg”...
Page 464 462 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 465 STARTING AND OPERATING 463...
Page 466: Tires - General Information
464 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 467: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 465 Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability WARNING! (Continued) Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the ride.
Page 468 466 STARTING AND OPERATING At least once a month: mile (1.6 km) after a three hour period. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum infla- • Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality tion pressure molded into the tire sidewall. pocket-type pressure gauge.
Page 469: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 467 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and 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 470: Tire Types
468 STARTING AND OPERATING Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped additional information. Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have conditions, and are not intended to be driven in snow or experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- on ice.
Page 471: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 469 If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and Run Flat Tires — If Equipped type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles in sets of four;...
Page 472: Spare Tires - If Equipped
470 STARTING AND OPERATING Spare Tires — If Equipped rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option, refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended NOTE: For vehicles equipped with TIREFIT instead of a tire rotation pattern. spare tire, please refer to “TIREFIT KIT”...
Page 473 STARTING AND OPERATING 471 Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire.
Page 474: Tire Spinning
472 STARTING AND OPERATING Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “What To Do In WARNING! Emergencies” for further information. Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- WARNING! stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.
Page 475: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 473 tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Refer to “Replacement Tires” in this section for further infor- mation. Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: •...
Page 476: Replacement Tires
474 STARTING AND OPERATING Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for WARNING! the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six equipment tire sidewall.
Page 477 STARTING AND OPERATING 475 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 478: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
476 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) CAUTION! Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard following precautions: against damage. • Because of restricted traction device clearance be- •...
Page 479: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 477 type tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to main- CAUTION! (Continued) tain mud, snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- a smooth, quiet ride. tions on the method of installation, operating Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 480: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)
478 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: It is particularly important, for you to regularly check the tire pressure in all of your tires and to maintain the proper pressure. The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) consists of the following components: • Receiver Module •...
Page 481 STARTING AND OPERATING 479 the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will cold tire placard pressure. Once the low tire pressure decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on warning has been illuminated, the tire pressure must be cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire increased to the recommended cold tire pressure in order pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least for the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light to be...
Page 482 480 STARTING AND OPERATING Light will still be ON. In this situation, the Tire Pressure CAUTION! (Continued) Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFF only after the • After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure al- tires have been inflated to the vehicle’s recommended ways reinstall the valve stem cap.
Page 483: Premium System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 481 • The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure using an accurate tire gauge, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light.
Page 484: Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings
482 STARTING AND OPERATING The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) consists of the four active road tire pressures are low. In addition, the following components: EVIC will display a “LOW TIRE PRESSURE” message for a minimum of five seconds, an Inflate Tire to XXX •...
Page 485: Service Tpm System Warning
STARTING AND OPERATING 483 The system will automatically update, the graphic dis- play of the pressure value(s) will return to its original color and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will extinguish once the updated tire pressure(s) have been received. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this information.
Page 486 484 STARTING AND OPERATING If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. no longer exists, the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale The EVIC will also display a SERVICE TPM SYSTEM Light will no longer flash, the SERVICE TPM SYSTEM message for a minimum of five seconds when a system...
Page 487: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 485 NOTE: There is no tire pressure monitoring sensor in the repair or replace the original road tire, and reinstall it on spare tire. The TPMS will not be able to monitor the tire the vehicle in place of the spare tire, the TPMS will pressure.
Page 488: Fuel Requirements
486 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPM sensors are regulated under one of the follow- 5.7L Engine — If Equipped ing licenses: This engine is designed to meet all emis- United States MRXC4W4MA4 sions regulations and provide satisfactory Canada 2546A-C4W4MA4 fuel economy and performance when us- ing high-quality unleaded gasoline having FUEL REQUIREMENTS an octane range of 87 to 89.
Page 489: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 487 Over 40 auto manufacturers worldwide have issued and Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) which define fuel properties genates such as Ethanol. Fuels blended with oxygenates necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, may be used in your vehicle.
Page 490: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
488 STARTING AND OPERATING E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with E-85 perform the following: Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso- • Drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer). line containing 10% ethanol (E10).
Page 491: Materials Added To Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 489 without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content Fuel System Cautions of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether CAUTION! the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s and California reformulated gasoline.
Page 492: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
490 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being WARNING! sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Most of these products contain high concentrations Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon of methanol.
Page 493: Flexible Fuel (3.6L Engine Only) - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 491 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label can tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every operate on E-85. time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly.
Page 494: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)
492 STARTING AND OPERATING Ethanol Fuel (E-85) For best results, a refueling pattern that avoids alternat- ing between E-85 and unleaded gasoline is recom- E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and mended. 15% unleaded gasoline. When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: WARNING! •...
Page 495: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles
STARTING AND OPERATING 493 • Some additives used in regular gasoline are not fully Starting compatible with E-85 and may form deposits in your The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use engine. To eliminate driveability issues that may be when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C).
Page 496: Replacement Parts
494 STARTING AND OPERATING Replacement Parts ADDING FUEL Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located under designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure the headlamp switch). that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol com- patible parts.
Page 497 STARTING AND OPERATING 495 3. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. 4. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel- ing.
Page 498 496 STARTING AND OPERATING • Retrieve funnel from the spare tire storage area. WARNING! • Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the nozzle. vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is •...
Page 499: Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release
STARTING AND OPERATING 497 Emergency Fuel Filler Door Release If you are unable to open the fuel filler door, use the fuel filler door emergency release. 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Push the inboard edge of the left storage bin to the center, this will pop up the outboard edge.
Page 500: Vehicle Loading
498 STARTING AND OPERATING VEHICLE LOADING rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded. Certification Label Payload As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar.
Page 501 STARTING AND OPERATING 499 Tire Size values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents added. the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.
Page 502: Trailer Towing
500 STARTING AND OPERATING items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed TRAILER TOWING equally. Stow all loose items securely before driving. In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect with your vehicle.
Page 503 STARTING AND OPERATING 501 exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle WARNING! (Continued) Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for you use a standard weight-carrying hitch, you could further information. lose control of your vehicle and cause a collision. Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tem-...
Page 504 502 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Sway Control WARNING! The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping It is important that you do not exceed the maximum link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric- can result if either rating is exceeded.
Page 505 STARTING AND OPERATING 503 Weight-Distributing Hitch WARNING! A weight-distributing system works by applying lever- • An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used system may reduce handling, stability, braking for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the performance, and could result in a collision.
Page 506: Trailer Hitch Classification
504 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions The following chart provides the industry standard for Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can Class IV - Extra 10,000 lbs (4 540 kg) tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the Heavy Duty...
Page 507: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
STARTING AND OPERATING 505 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. GCWR (Gross Max. Trailer Max. GTW Engine Model Combined Wt. Frontal Area Tongue Wt. (Gross Trailer Wt.) Rating) (See Note) 3.6L...
Page 508: Trailer And Tongue Weight
506 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle • The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part and trailer. Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and cause of many trailer collisions.
Page 509: Towing Requirements
STARTING AND OPERATING 507 Consider the following items when computing the Towing Requirements weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- • The tongue weight of the trailer train components, the following guidelines are recom- mended.
Page 510 508 STARTING AND OPERATING Perform the maintenance listed in the “Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) Schedule.” Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not proper maintenance intervals. When towing a trailer, overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings.
Page 511 STARTING AND OPERATING 509 • Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe WARNING! (Continued) and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to • GCWR must not be exceeded. “Tires – General Information” in “Starting And Oper- • Total weight must be distributed between the tow ating”...
Page 512 510 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes WARNING! • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake This could cause inadequate braking and possible system and cause it to fail.
Page 513 STARTING AND OPERATING 511 CAUTION! (Continued) could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances. Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for motoring safety.
Page 514: Towing Tips
512 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid frequent shifting when towing.
Page 515 STARTING AND OPERATING 513 AutoStick® Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped • When using the AutoStick® shift control, select the • Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. highest gear that allows for adequate performance and • When using the speed control, if you experience speed avoids frequent downshifts.
Page 516: Snow Plow
514 STARTING AND OPERATING Highway Driving WARNING! Reduce speed. Do not add a snow plow, winches, or any other Air Conditioning aftermarket equipment to the front of your vehicle. This could adversely affect the functioning of the Turn off temporarily. airbag system and you could be injured.
Page 517: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
STARTING AND OPERATING 515 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condi- Wheels Rear- All-Wheel Drive Models All-Wheel Drive Models With tion OFF the Wheel With Single-Speed Transfer Two-Speed Transfer Case Ground Drive Case Models •...
Page 518: Recreational Towing - Rear-Wheel Drive Models
516 STARTING AND OPERATING Recreational Towing — Rear-Wheel Drive Models 6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for tow- ing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position. DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result. CAUTION! Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will...
Page 519: Recreational Towing - All-Wheel Drive Models (Two-Speed Transfer Case)
STARTING AND OPERATING 517 CAUTION! CAUTION! • DO NOT dolly tow any All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission and/or transfer vehicle. Internal damage to the transmission or case damage. Damage from improper towing is not transfer case will occur if a dolly is used when covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 520 518 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to follow these procedures can cause severe position disengages both the front and rear drive- transmission and/or transfer case damage. Damage shafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle from improper towing is not covered under the to move, even if the transmission is in PARK.
Page 521 STARTING AND OPERATING 519 2. Press and hold the brake pedal. 3. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. 4. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, press and hold the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL (N) button (lo- cated by the selector switch) for four seconds. The light behind the N symbol will blink, indicating shift in progress.
Page 522 520 STARTING AND OPERATING 8. Shift the transmission back into NEUTRAL. 12. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle using a suitable tow bar. 9. Firmly apply the parking brake. 13. Release the parking brake. 10. With the transmission and transfer case in NEU- TRAL, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP NOTE: button until the engine turns off.
Page 523 STARTING AND OPERATING 521 • A flashing NEUTRAL (N) position indicator light indicates that shift requirements have not been met. Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it con- nected to the tow vehicle.
Page 524 522 STARTING AND OPERATING 9. Shift the transmission into PARK and turn the engine NOTE: OFF. • Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met 10. Release the brake pedal. before pressing the NEUTRAL (N) button, and must continue to be met until the shift has been completed.
Page 525: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Road Tire Installation ....542 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...524 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 526: Hazard Warning Flashers
524 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 switch bank just above the climate controls. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. •...
Page 527: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 525 WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS CAUTION! Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure Driving with a hot cooling system could damage that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads HOT time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the (H), pull over and stop the vehicle.
Page 528 526 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Wheel Mounting Surface Torque Patterns Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each WARNING! nut/bolt has been tightened twice. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated been lowered.
Page 529: Jacking And Tire Changing
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 527 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 530 528 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Storage Location Thumb Screw Location Rotate the plastic thumb screw on the end of the jack to loosen the jack and remove from the bracket.
Page 531: Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 529 Spare Tire Stowage The spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mechanism. To remove or stow the spare, use the jack handle/lug wrench connected to the square socket extension to rotate the “spare tire drive”...
Page 532: Spare Tire Removal
530 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Removal 1. Remove the jack tools from the bag. 2. Raise the rubber mat and remove the plug from storage compartment floor. 3. Fit the jack handle extension over the drive nut. Use the lug wrench handle and extension to completely lower the spare tire.
Page 533 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 531 Spare Tire Tab Location 5. Spread the retaining tabs on the plastic plate and pull 6. Slide the metal stamping up the steel extension tube the metal stamping toward you to release it from the and winch cable.
Page 534: Preparations For Jacking
532 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Sleeve And Cable Releasing Protective Plate 7. Pinch the three short and two long tubes to remove the Preparations For Jacking protective plate from the steel spare wheel. 1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible.
Page 535: Jacking Instructions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 533 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally WARNING! opposite of the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the tire, block the left rear wheel.
Page 536 534 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the lifting this vehicle during a tire change. edge of the roadway as possible before raising the •...
Page 537 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 535 CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle. 1. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left, one turn, while the wheel is still on the ground.
Page 538 536 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Lift Point Symbol On Sill Molding Front Jack Location 4. For a rear tire, place the jack in the slot on the rear tie-down bracket, just forward of the rear tire (as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding).
Page 539 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 537 Lift Point On Sill Molding Rear Jacking Location 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire.
Page 540 538 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts and wheel. 7.
Page 541 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 539 8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw counter- clockwise, and remove the jack and wheel blocks. 9. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage.
Page 542 540 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES of the winch’s cable, spring, steel sleeve and stamped shields. Raise the tire by turn the lug wrench on the cone shape wheel plate though the road wheel and winch extension clockwise until it clicks/ratchets protective plate.
Page 543 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 541 NOTE: Double check to ensure the tire is snug against the 14. Reinstall the plastic plug into the floor of the cargo underbody of the vehicle. Damage to the winch cable area. Roll up and store the Jack, Tool Kit and Tire may result if the vehicle is driven with the tire loose.
Page 544: Road Tire Installation
542 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Road Tire Installation 4. Refer to Torque Table for proper lug nut torque. 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly 2.
Page 545: Jump-Starting
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 543 WARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. 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.
Page 546 544 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact.
Page 547: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 545 2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- Jump-Starting Procedure cal accessories. WARNING! 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery post. Pull upward on the cover to remove Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion.
Page 548 546 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Connecting The Jumper Cables WARNING! (Continued) 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the could result in personal injury. Only use the specific remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. ground point, do not use any other exposed metal parts.
Page 549: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 547 3. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper CAUTION! (Continued) cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to 4. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from from the remote positive (+) post of the discharged starting.
Page 550 548 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that CAUTION! (Continued) will maintain the rocking motion without spinning the the risk of transmission failure during prolonged wheels or racing the engine. efforts to free a stuck vehicle. NOTE: Press the ESC Off switch (if necessary), to place the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in Partial WARNING!
Page 551: Manual Park Release
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 549 CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) Release. Activating the Manual Park Release will • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- allow your vehicle to roll away if it is not secured by tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the the parking brake or by proper connection to a tow wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain vehicle.
Page 552 550 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Manual Park Release Cover Release Latch 3. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, push the metal 4. While the metal latch is the open position, simultane- latch in towards the tether strap. ously pull upwards on the tether strap until it clicks and releases out of the park position.
Page 553 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 551 NOTE: To prevent the vehicle from rolling unintention- ally, firmly apply the parking brake. To Disengage the Manual Park Release Lever: 1. To disengage the Manual Park Release apply tension upward while pushing the release latch towards the tether to unlock the lever.
Page 554 552 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Release Latch Stowed Position 2. Once the tension has been released and the lever has NOTE: Be sure to replace the cover by snapping it back been unlocked be sure it is stowed properly and locks in place.
Page 555: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 553 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE may also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing” in the “Starting and Operating” section. This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. If the trans- mission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles Towing Wheels...
Page 556 554 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Towing Wheels Rear-Wheel All-Wheel Drive Models With All-Wheel Drive Models With Condition Drive Models Single-Speed Transfer Case Two-Speed Transfer Case Ground Wheel Lift Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED or Dolly ALLOWED Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Flatbed BEST...
Page 557: Rear Wheel Drive Models
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 555 CAUTION! CAUTION! Do not use sling type equipment when towing. Towing the vehicle with the rear wheels on the When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck, do not ground at more than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for more attach to front or rear suspension components.
Page 558: All-Wheel Drive Models
556 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES All-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheels • Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the damage to the transmission or transfer case will vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raised occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when and the opposite end on a towing dolly.
Page 559: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Engine Oil Filter ..... .568 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L ..559 ▫...
Page 560 558 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Front/Rear Axle Fluid ....590 ▫ Front Turn Signal .....613 ▫...
Page 561: Engine Compartment - 3.6L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 559 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator) 4 —...
Page 562: Engine Compartment - 5.7L
560 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 5.7L 1 — Remote Jump Start Terminals 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Fill 7 — Engine Oil Dipstick 3 — Air Filter Cleaner 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 —...
Page 563: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 561 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 further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 564: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
562 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in- Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II formation. Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the SELECT button to turn off the message.
Page 565: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 563 3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced •...
Page 566: Maintenance Procedures
564 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE available which include detailed service information for MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before The pages that follow contain the required maintenance attempting any procedure yourself. services determined by the engineers who designed your vehicle.
Page 567: Engine Oil
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 565 The best time to check the engine oil level is about five CAUTION! (Continued) minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will that protect the performance and durability of your improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.
Page 568 566 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Change Engine Oil American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa- This symbol means that the oil has tion.
Page 569 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 567 Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine Engine Oil Viscosity — 5.7L Engine MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to Chrysler MOPAR® SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent such as Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil®, Shell Pennzoil®...
Page 570: Engine Oil Filter
568 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Lubricants that do not have both, the engine oil certifi- Engine Oil Filter cation mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade number The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter should not be used. at every engine oil change.
Page 571: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 569 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- provide a measure of protection in the case of engine tenance required.
Page 572 570 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep • It is essential when replacing the cables on the flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use battery that the positive cable is attached to the a booster battery or any other booster source with positive post and the negative cable is attached to an output greater than 12 Volts.
Page 573: Air Conditioner Maintenance
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 571 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) For best possible performance, your air conditioner • The air conditioning system contains refrigerant should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal at the start of each warm season.
Page 574 572 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- • Do not remove the A/C air filter while the ignition carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental is in the ON/RUN position or personal injury may Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
Page 575 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 573 2. There are glove compartment travel stops on both sides of the glove compartment door, partially close the glove compartment door and push inward to release the glove compartment travel stop on one side and repeat this procedure for the opposite side. 3.
Page 576 574 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Remove the filter cover by disengaging the retaining tab and mid way snap that secures the filter cover to the HVAC housing. Disengage the mid way snap by pulling the door outward. Unhinge the filter cover on the right side to fully remove the cover.
Page 577 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 575 6. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of the housing. 7. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the cover.
Page 578: Body Lubrication
576 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 9. Push the door to the near closed position to reengage The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a the glove compartment travel stops. year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR® NOTE: Ensure the glove compartment door hinges and Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Page 579 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 577 NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend- ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor performance of blades may be present with chattering, marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces- sary.
Page 580: Adding Washer Fluid
578 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press blade holder.
Page 581: Exhaust System
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 579 clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance. Exhaust System To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust exceeds the temperature range of your climate.
Page 582 580 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 control and can eventually poison you.
Page 583 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 581 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 584: Cooling System
582 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser. WARNING! Check the engine cooling system hoses for brittle rubber, You or others can be badly burned by hot engine cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
Page 585 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 583 Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill CAUTION! If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than visible sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- flush with OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to MS- gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine 12106).
Page 586 584 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- CAUTION! (Continued) ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine Please review these recommendations for using Organic coolant (antifreeze) products.
Page 587 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 585 • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- • Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom- ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant mended and can result in cooling system damage. If (antifreeze) solution.
Page 588 586 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in WARNING! puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek • Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately.
Page 589 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 587 • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, only OAT coolant that meets the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti- the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS- freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant 12106 should be added to the coolant bottle.
Page 590: Brake System
588 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter WARNING! (Continued) operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may possible brake damage. You would not have your full result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) braking capacity in an emergency.
Page 591 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 589 With disc brakes, the fluid level can be expected to fall as WARNING! (Continued) the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has should be conducted.
Page 592: Front/Rear Axle Fluid
590 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The front axle fill and drain plugs should be tightened to WARNING! (Continued) 22 to 29 ft lbs (30 to 40 N·m). • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be CAUTION! damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
Page 593: Transfer Case
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 591 Adding Fluid CAUTION! Add fluid at the filler hole, until it runs out of the hole, Do not overtighten the plugs as it could damage them when the vehicle is in a level position. and cause them to leak. Drain Selection Of Lubricant First remove fill plug, then remove drain plug.
Page 594: Automatic Transmission
592 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Transmission CAUTION! (Continued) Selection Of Lubricant in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder, and will require more frequent fluid and It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and ensure optimum transmission performance and life.
Page 595 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 593 with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis- CAUTION! sion damage. Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as CAUTION! the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- nents. Such damage is not covered by the New If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 596: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
594 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage.
Page 597 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 595 • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- Special Care lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR® Super Kleen Bug • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and Tar Remover to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 598 596 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives packaged and sealed.
Page 599 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 597 Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — Interior Care If Equipped Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- carpeting. ner: Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. •...
Page 600 598 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and WARNING! reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. lowed by rinsing.
Page 601 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 599 When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR® Total Clean, a towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove directly on the mirror.
Page 602: Fuses
600 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES WARNING! (Continued) • Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition WARNING! is off and that all the other services are switched off • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap- and/or disengaged. •...
Page 603: Power Distribution Center
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 601 Power Distribution Center The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains car- tridge fuses, micro fuses, relays, and circuit breakers. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
Page 604 602 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 40 Amp Green Starter Solenoid 40 Amp Green Emission Sensors (Diesel engine only) 40 Amp Green Diesel Fuel Heater (Diesel engine only) 40 Amp Green Body Controller / Exterior Lighting #2 30 Amp Pink Trailer Tow Electric Brake - If Equipped 40 Amp Green...
Page 605 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 603 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 30 Amp Pink Antilock Brakes/Stability Control Module/ Valves 20 Amp Blue Trailer Tow Backup Lights - If Equipped 20 Amp Blue Trailer Tow Parking Lights - If Equipped 30 Amp Pink Trailer Tow Receptacle - If Equipped 30 Amp Pink Drive Train Control Module...
Page 606 604 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 10 Amp Red Tire Pressure Monitor - If Equipped 10 Amp Red Integrated Central Stack / Climate Control 20 Amp Yellow Air Suspension Control Module - If Equipped 10 Amp Red Ignition Node Module / Keyless Ignition / Steering Column Lock 5 Amp Tan...
Page 607 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 605 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 10 Amp Red Sunroof / Passenger Window Switches / Rain Sensor 15 Amp Blue CD / DVD / Bluetooth Hands-free Module - If Equipped 20 Amp Yellow Rear Wiper Motor 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump Motor 30 Amp Green...
Page 608 606 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 10 Amp Red Universal Garage Door Opener / Compass / Anti-Intrusion Module 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow Right Turn/Stop Lights 10 Amp Red Steering Column Control Module/ Cruise Control 10 Amp Red Fuel Door 15 Amp Blue Switch Bank/Instrument Cluster...
Page 609 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 607 Cavity Cartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description 10 Amp Red Shifter / Transfer Case Module 10 Amp Red Rear Camera / Park Assist 10 Amp Red Rear Seat Heater Switch / Flashlamp Charger - If Equipped 25 Amp Natural Rear Heated Seats &...
Page 610: Vehicle Storage
608 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE CAUTION! If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 • When installing the power distribution center days you may want to take steps to protect your battery. cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly You may: positioned and fully latched.
Page 611: Replacement Bulbs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 609 REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Glove Box Lamp Grab Handle Lamp L002825W5W Overhead Console Reading Lamps VT4976 Visor Vanity Lamp V26377 Rear Cargo Lamp 214–2 Underpanel Courtesy Lamps Instrument Cluster (General Illumination) Telltale/Hazard Lamp...
Page 612 610 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Xenon) Headlamps D3S (Service at Authorized Dealer) Low Beam/High Beam/Daytime Running Lamp HIR2 (DRL) Bi-Halogen Headlamps (Base) Low Beam/High Beam (Bi-Halogen) Headlamps HIR2 (Uplevel) Front Park/Turn Signal Lamps (Base) 3157NAK Front Turn Signal Lamps (Uplevel &...
Page 613: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 611 Bulb Number Rear Backup Lamps 921 (W16W) Rear License Lamps LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer) attempt to service a headlamp bulb yourself. If a BULB REPLACEMENT headlamp bulb fails, take your vehicle to an authorized NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- dealer for service.
Page 614: Bi-Halogen Headlamps - If Equipped
612 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: On vehicles equipped with High Intensity Dis- 5. Firmly grasp the low/high beam bulb and connector charge (HID) headlamps, when the headlamps are assembly and rotate counterclockwise to remove from turned on, there is a blue hue to the lamps. This dimin- housing.
Page 615: Front Turn Signal
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 613 CAUTION! CAUTION! Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.
Page 616: Rear Tail, Stop And Turn Signal Lamps
614 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Use a fiber stick or flat blade screw driver to pry the CAUTION! lower trim from the liftgate. • Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil 3. Back-up lamps are now visible. Rotate socket(s) coun- contamination will severely shorten bulb life.
Page 617: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 615 FLUID CAPACITIES Metric Fuel (Approximate) 3.6L and 5.7L Engines 25 Gallons 94 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 3.6L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters 5.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 7 Quarts 6.6 Liters Cooling System * 3.6L Engine (MOPAR®...
Page 618: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
616 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Engine Oil –...
Page 619: Chassis
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 617 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission Use only Mopar® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission. Transfer Case –...
Page 621 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS ▫ Maintenance Chart.....622 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .620...
Page 622 620 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change scheduled oil change is performed by someone other indicator system.
Page 623 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 621 Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil • Check engine oil level Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter. • Check windshield washer fluid level • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu- •...
Page 624 622 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing.
Page 625 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 623 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Adjust parking brake. Inspect transfer case fluid. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace air conditioning filter. Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine).** Replace spark plugs (5.7L engine).**...
Page 626 624 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Change transfer case fluid. Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.
Page 627 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 625 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. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 629: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ....629 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) ... . .631 ▫...
Page 630 628 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .635 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ..635 ▫...
Page 631: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 629 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 632: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center
630 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE • Authorized dealer name facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) correctly and in a timely manner. • Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized Chrysler Group LLC Customer Center dealer service manager first.
Page 633: In Mexico Contact
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 631 In Mexico Contact: Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240 by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 Sante Fe C.P.
Page 634: Warranty Information
632 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE The manufacturer will not stand behind any service WARNING! contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain manufacturer’s service contract.
Page 635: Mopar® Parts
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 633 MOPAR® PARTS campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized MOPAR® fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are dealer, and the manufacturer. available from an authorized dealer. They are recom- mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety operating at its best.
Page 636: Publication Order Forms
634 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS Diagnostic Procedure Manuals To order the following manuals, you may use either the Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix cepted.
Page 637 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 635 Call toll free at: Treadwear • 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled • 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded Visit us on the Worldwide Web at:...
Page 638 636 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre- WARNING! sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not WARNING! include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or...
Page 639 INDEX...
Page 640 638 INDEX Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .199 Alarm Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .584 Arm The System ......20 Adding Fuel .
Page 641 INDEX 639 Fluid and Filter Changes ....593 Brake System ......588 Fluid Change .
Page 642 640 INDEX Cargo Area Features ..... . .272 Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint ..100 Cargo Compartment ..... . .272 Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Light .
Page 643 INDEX 641 Disposal of Used Coolant ....586 Power Steering ......437 Drain, Flush, and Refill .
Page 644 642 INDEX Electronic Brake Control System ....441 Hazard Warning Flasher ....524 Brake Assist System .
Page 645 INDEX 643 Overheating ......524 Hazard Warning ......524 Starting .
Page 646 644 INDEX Fog Light Service ......613 Fuel, Flexible ......491 Folding Rear Seat .
Page 647 INDEX 645 GVWR ....... . .498 Ignition Key ........14 Hazard Warning Flasher .
Page 648 646 INDEX Jack Operation ......527 Keyless Go.......14 Jump Starting .
Page 649 INDEX 647 Brake Assist Warning ....451 Rear Servicing ......614 Brake Warning .
Page 650 648 INDEX Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ....279 Vanity .......133 Lug Nuts .
Page 651 INDEX 649 Filter ....... .568 ParkSense System, Rear .....230 Filter Disposal .
Page 652 650 INDEX Preparation for Jacking .....532 Rear Window Features .....277 Pretensioners Rear Wiper/Washer.
Page 653 INDEX 651 Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ..379 Rotation, Tires ......477 Remote Starting EVIC Remote Start Abort Message .
Page 654 652 INDEX Reminder ......292 Sentry Key Replacement .....19 Shoulder Belt Anchorage .
Page 655 INDEX 653 Engine Block Heater .....409 System, Remote Starting .....28 Engine Fails to Start .
Page 656 654 INDEX Jacking .......527 Disabled Vehicle ......553 Life of Tires .
Page 657 INDEX 655 Automatic ......413 Universal Transmitter ..... .245 Maintenance .
Page 658 656 INDEX Wind Buffeting......45 Window Fogging ......397 Windows .
Page 659 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehi- The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed cle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully signals.
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Dodge Durango 2014 Owner's Manual

Introduction 1

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Understanding Your Instrument Panel

Starting and Operating

Quick Links

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