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  • Page 1 Dar t Dar t Dar t 2 0 1 4 2 0 1 4 2 0 1 4 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L O W N E R ’...
  • 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 3

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..6 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....4 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
  • Page 6: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained techni- Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group cians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfaction. LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
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  • Page 8: Vehicle Identification Number

    6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating 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 9: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

    INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Right Front Body VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
  • Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . .21 ▫ Ignition Node Module (IGNM) — If Equipped . . .12 ▫...
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Unlatch The Trunk ....26 WINDOWS ......41 ▫...
  • Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Belt Pretensioning And Load Limitation ..59 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . .106 ▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System SAFETY TIPS ......107 (BeltAlert®) .
  • Page 14: A Word About Your Keys

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter- N-Go™, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center Your vehicle uses either a key start ignition system or (EVIC) will display the ignition switch position (OFF/ keyless ignition system.
  • Page 15: Keyless Ignition Node (Kin) - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) — If Equipped This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button, as long as the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is in the passenger compartment.
  • Page 16 14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In case the ignition switch does not change with the push of a button, the RKE transmitter (Key Fob) may have a low or dead battery. In this situation a back up method can be used to operate the ignition switch.
  • Page 17: Standard Blade Ignition Key - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Feature If your vehicle is equipped with the Keyless Enter-N- Go™ feature, refer to “Starting Procedure” in “Starting And Operating” for further information. Standard Blade Ignition Key — If Equipped Your vehicle may use a standard blade key ignition system.
  • Page 18: Key Fob - If Equipped

    16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key Fob — If Equipped The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the rear of the Key Fob. The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go dead.
  • Page 19: Ignition Or Accessory On Message

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 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 place the ignition in the OFF position. In addition to the chime, the ignition or accessory on message will display in the cluster.
  • Page 20 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 21: Sentry Key

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 SENTRY KEY® it indicates that someone used an invalid Key Fob to start the engine. Either of these conditions will result in the The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system prevents unauthor- engine being shut off after two seconds. ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine.
  • Page 22: Replacement Keys

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Replacement Keys NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer sys- tem serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to an NOTE: Only Keys or Key Fobs that are programmed to authorized dealer. the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
  • Page 23: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED To Arm The System The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm: for unauthorized entry and the ignition switch for unau- 1.
  • Page 24: To Disarm The System

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Press the LOCK button on the exterior Passive Entry • Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF position. Door Handle with a valid Key Fob available in the • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go™, same exterior zone (refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
  • Page 25: Tamper Alert

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your Security System Manual Override vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you lock the system will give you a false alarm.
  • Page 26: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: NOTE: Driving at speeds 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables the system from responding to all RKE transmit- • The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- ter buttons for all RKE transmitters. tesy lights will turn on if the dimmer control is in the Dome ON position (extreme top position).
  • Page 27: To Unlock The Doors

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 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 Press Of Key Fob Unlocks This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the first press of the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter.
  • Page 28: To Lock The Doors

    26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 29: Programming Additional Transmitters

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 headlights will turn on, the park lights and turn signals Programming Additional Transmitters will flash, the horn will pulse on and off, and the interior Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be lights will turn on.
  • Page 30: General Information

    28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch by the party responsible for compliance could void the a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol.
  • Page 31: How To Use Remote Start

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • Battery at an acceptable charge level NOTE: • The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic • RKE panic button not pressed transmission to be equipped with Remote Start. • System not disabled from previous remote start event •...
  • 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 Press and release the REMOTE START button The following messages will display in the EVIC if the on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec- vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- onds.
  • Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 • For security, power window and power sunroof To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle operation (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle Before the end of 15-minute cycle, press and release the is in the Remote Start mode.
  • Page 34: Door Locks

    32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE DOOR LOCKS Manual Door Locks To lock each door, rotate the door lock knob on each door trim panel forward. To unlock the front doors, pull the inside door handle to the first detent or rotate the door lock button until the red indicator is visible.
  • Page 35: Power Door Locks

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Power Door Locks WARNING! A power door lock switch is on each front door trim • For personal security and safety in the event of an panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors. collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.
  • Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the The auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled Keyless Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry) system. For further by your authorized dealer per written request of the information, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™”...
  • Page 37: Child-Protection Door Lock System - Rear Doors

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect® Set- tings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. NOTE: Use the Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature in accordance with local laws.
  • Page 38: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been NOTE: For emergency exit from the rear seats when the Child-Protection Door Lock System is engaged, manually raining on the Passive Entry door handle, the unlock rotate the door lock button to the unlocked position, roll sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- down the window, and open the door using the outside...
  • Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 To Unlock From The Passenger Side: With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the passenger door handle, grab the front passenger door handle to unlock all four doors automati- cally.
  • Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panel vehicle, and no valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter is switch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doors detected outside the vehicle.
  • Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 To Enter The Trunk NOTE: If you inadvertently leave your vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmitter in the trunk and try to close the With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 3 ft trunk lid, the trunk lid will automatically unlatch, unless (1.0 m) of the deck lid, press the button on the right side another one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry RKE transmit-...
  • Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Do NOT grab the door handle, when pressing the door handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s). Do NOT Grab The Handle When Locking Press The Door Handle Button To Lock...
  • Page 43: Windows

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 NOTE: WINDOWS • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you Power Windows must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock The window controls on the driver’s door control all the the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle.
  • Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE There are single window controls on each passenger door WARNING! trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows. The window controls will operate only when the ignition Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do is in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
  • Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 To open the window part way, press the window switch Manual Up to the first detent and release it when you want the Lift the switch for more than a half a second and release window to stop.
  • Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Reset Auto-Up press and release the window lockout button (setting it in the DOWN position). To enable the window controls, Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window press and release the window lockout button again may need to be reset.
  • Page 47: Wind Buffeting

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Wind Buffeting TRUNK LOCK AND RELEASE Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of The trunk lid can be released from pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the inside the vehicle by pressing the ears.
  • Page 48: Trunk Safety Warning

    46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE With the ignition in the ON/RUN position, the Trunk TRUNK SAFETY WARNING Open symbol will display in the instrument cluster indicating that the trunk is open. The odometer display WARNING! will reappear once the trunk is closed. Do not allow children to have access to the trunk, With the ignition in the OFF position, the Trunk Open either by climbing into the trunk from outside, or...
  • Page 49: Occupant Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 the trunk can be simply opened by pulling on the OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS glow-in-the-dark handle attached to the trunk latching Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle mechanism. are the restraint systems: •...
  • Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Front seat belts incorporate pretensioners and load If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized limiters that may enhance occupant protection by seat belts, the seat belts or the Lower Anchors and Tether managing occupant energy during an impact event for CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be used to hold infant and child restraint systems.
  • Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 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 as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint.
  • Page 52 50 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 • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided (SABIC) and Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) also under If You Need Assistance .
  • Page 53: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver very sudden stops or impacts. This feature allows the and cause a collision that includes you.
  • Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions WARNING! (Continued) 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and • Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make adjust the front seat. your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of part of the belt.
  • Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of your seat. WARNING! Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap.
  • Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! (Continued) abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect up a bit on the shoulder belt.
  • Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. WARNING! The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of tion.
  • Page 58: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

    56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will prefer a lower position, and if you are taller than average In the driver and front passenger seats, the shoulder belt you will prefer a higher position.
  • Page 59: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. Driver Center Passenger The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of First Row the latch plate. Second Row 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the •...
  • Page 60: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped

    58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode If Equipped Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency)
  • Page 61: Energy Management Feature

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Energy Management Feature the belt is tight around the occupant early in a collision. Pretensioners work for all size occupants, including those This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy in child restraints.
  • Page 62: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE passenger is unbelted, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will It is recommended that pets be restrained in the rear seat (if turn on and remain on until both front seat belts are equipped) in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured fastened.
  • Page 63: Seat Belt Extender

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt WARNING! across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the Using a seat belt extender when not needed can abdomen.
  • Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE In addition, the vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental NOTE: The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Driver Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument Bags are certified to new Federal regulations. panel below the steering column.
  • Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 • After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an This vehicle may be equipped with a front passenger occupant classification system (OCS) that may adjust the authorized dealer immediately. inflation rate of the Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag Air Bag System Components based upon occupant weight.
  • Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) WARNING! • Front and Side Impact Sensors • No objects should be placed over or near the air bag • Front Seat Belt Pretensioners, Seat Belt Buckle Switch, on the instrument panel, because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough to cause the air bag to inflate.
  • Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) outboard occupant that reduce the potential for side- impact head injuries. The SABIC deploy downward, Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) may covering both windows on the impact side. provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact.
  • Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Occupants, especially children, should not lean on or WARNING! (Continued) sleep against the door, side windows, or area where the • Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects SABIC or SAB air bags inflate, even if they are in an between you and the SAB;...
  • Page 69: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver and Air Bags work with the Supplemental Driver and Pas- Front Passenger Knee Air Bags are designed to provide senger Side Knee Air Bags and the knee bolsters to additional protection by supplementing the seat belts in provide improved protection for the driver and front...
  • Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The side air bags will not deploy in all side collisions. Also, the ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Side air bag deployment will depend on the severity and Light in the instrument panel for approxi- type of collision.
  • Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 • Occupant Classification Module (OCM) located in the WARNING! front passenger seat Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- • OCS Sensor located in the front passenger seat ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags •...
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Front Passenger Seat Front Passenger Air WARNING! Occupant Status Bag Classification • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of Rearward-facing infant Reduced-power an air bag. A deploying Passenger Advanced Front seat* deployment Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child...
  • Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 In order for the OCS to operate as designed, it is important for the front passenger to be seated properly and properly wearing the seat belt. Properly seated passengers are: • Sitting upright •...
  • Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The OCS may not classify the front passenger properly if: WARNING! • The front passenger’s weight is transferred to another Occupants in the front passenger seat sitting improp- part of the vehicle (like the door, arm rest or instru- erly may cause the OCS to not classify the passen- ment panel) ger’s weight accurately.
  • Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly...
  • Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Not Seated Properly Not Seated Properly...
  • Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 WARNING! Placing an object on the floor under the front pas- senger seat may prevent the OCS from working properly, which may result in serious injury or death in a collision. Do not place any objects on the floor under the front passenger.
  • Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The front passenger seat is equipped with Flip ’n Stow™ any reason, take the vehicle to your authorized dealer. Front Passenger Seat Storage (refer to “Understanding Only Chrysler Group LLC approved seat accessories may The Features Of Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 The following requirements must be strictly followed: WARNING! • Do not modify the front passenger seat assembly or Unapproved modifications or service procedures to components in any way. the passenger seat assembly, its related components, •...
  • Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When the ORC detects a collision requiring the Ad- Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag Inflator vanced Front Air Bags, it signals the inflator units. A large Unit quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the The Supplemental Knee Air Bag units are located in the Advanced Front Air Bags.
  • Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Based on the severity and type of collision, the side air A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the side curtain air bag. The inflating side curtain air bag pushes bag inflators on the crash side of the vehicle may be the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and triggered, releasing a quantity of non-toxic gas.
  • Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Enhanced Accident Response System If A Deployment Occurs In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if the The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate communication network remains intact, and the power immediately after deployment.
  • Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 • As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like WARNING! particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot bag inflation.
  • Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.
  • Page 85: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint You will want to have the air bags ready to Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may inflate for your protection in a collision.
  • Page 86: Child Restraints

    84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Children 12 years or younger should ride properly seat Owner’s Manual to make sure you have the correct buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash seat for your child. Carefully read and follow all the statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in instructions and warnings in the child restraint Owner’s the rear seats rather than in the front.
  • Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 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 Child Restraint, facing rearward in the the height or weight limits of their...
  • Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 Infants And Child Restraints old. Children should remain rearward-facing until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- convertible child seat. facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear WARNING! facing child safety seat.
  • Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Older Children And Child Restraints WARNING! Children who are two years old or who have outgrown • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward- or child restraint.
  • Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 Children Too Large For Booster Seats If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle. If the Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt child is using the lap/shoulder belt, check belt fit periodi- comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend cally and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched.
  • Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor...
  • Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
  • Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seat- ing position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
  • Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until weight of the child restraint) for using the the combined weight of the child and the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
  • Page 96 94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can two child restraints be attached using Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with a common lower LATCH anchorage? two or more child restraints. If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH...
  • 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, below the anchorage sym- bols on 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 Locating The LATCH Anchorages LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. In addition, there are tether strap anchorages Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower behind each rear seating position located in the anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the panel between the rear seatback and the rear...
  • Page 99 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 To Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint WARNING! 1. If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- Never use the same lower anchorage to attach more matic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt, stow the seat than one child restraint.
  • Page 100 98 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Place the child seat between the lower anchorages for 6. Tighten all of the straps as you push the child restraint that seating position. For some second row seats, you rearward and downward into the seat. Remove slack may need to recline the seat and/or raise the head in the straps according to the child restraint manufac- restraint to get a better fit.
  • Page 101 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 99 How To Stow An Unused ALR Seatbelt WARNING! When using the LATCH attaching system to install a • Improper installation of a child restraint to the child restraint, stow all ALR seat belts that are not being LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant used by other occupants or being used to secure child or child restraint.
  • Page 102 100 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child not necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can Restraints in this Vehicle be “switched”...
  • Page 103 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 101 What is the weight limit (child’s weight Weight limit of the Always use the tether anchor when using + weight of the child restraint) for using Child Restraint the seat belt to install a forward facing the Tether Anchor with the seat belt to child restraint, up to the recommended attach a forward facing child restraint?
  • Page 104 102 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
  • Page 105 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 103 strap. See the section “Installing Child Restraints rear-most position to make room for the child seat. Using the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to You may also move the front seat forward to allow attach a tether anchor.
  • Page 106 104 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE strap. Refer to “Installing Child Restraints Using The If the belt still cannot be tightened after you shorten the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to attach a tether buckle, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn anchor.
  • Page 107 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 105 2. Rotate or lift the cover to access the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing the child restraint. 3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat.
  • Page 108: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    106 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child Transporting Pets restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly WARNING! injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision.
  • Page 109: Safety Tips

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 107 While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri- should be considered a normal part of the break-in and mental and should be avoided.
  • Page 110: Exhaust Gas

    108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people follow these safety tips: •...
  • Page 111: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 109 Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor, damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-...
  • Page 112 110 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Floor Mat Safety Information WARNING! (Continued) Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your • Never place or install floor mats or other floor vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they secured to prevent them from moving and interfer-...
  • Page 113: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 111 lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts WARNING! (Continued) and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
  • Page 115: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped . . .123 MIRRORS ......119 ▫...
  • Page 116 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® ▫ Commands ......201 Phone.
  • Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 ▫ Folding Rear Seat .....229 ▫ Turn Signals ......239 ▫...
  • Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ..246 PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED ......255 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN .
  • Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 OVERHEAD CONSOLE ....271 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ..282 ▫...
  • Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Rear Seat Armrest Storage — If Equipped ..295 CUPHOLDERS ......290 ▫...
  • Page 121: Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 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 122: Automatic Dimming Mirror

    120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: This feature is disabled when the vehicle is CAUTION! moving in reverse. To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean.
  • Page 123: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal And Approach WARNING! Lighting — If Equipped Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side Driver and passenger outside mirrors with turn signal convex mirror will look smaller and farther away and puddle lamp contain three LEDs.
  • Page 124: Power Mirrors

    122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The approach lighting will not function when the The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- shift lever is moved out of the PARK position. tons and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a mirror, press either the L (left) or R (right) button to select Power Mirrors the mirror that you want to adjust.
  • Page 125: Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped Sun Visor “Slide-On Rod” Feature — If Equipped An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use This feature allows for additional flexibility in position- the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the ing the visor to block out the sun.
  • Page 126: Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm) - If Equipped

    124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF EQUIPPED When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mirrors The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two radar- to let the driver know that the system is operational.
  • Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 vehicle when the vehicle speed reaches approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or higher and will alert the driver of vehicles in these areas. NOTE: • The BSM system does NOT alert the driver about rapidly approaching vehicles that are outside the de- tection zones.
  • Page 128 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE contamination so that the BSM system can function properly. Do not block the area of the rear fascia where the radar sensors are located with foreign objects (bum- per stickers, bicycle racks, etc.). The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the detection zones by illuminating the BSM warning light located in the outside mirrors in addition to sounding an...
  • Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 between the two vehicles is greater than 15 mph (24 km/h), the warning light will not illuminate. Rear Monitoring Overtaking Traffic Overtaking/Approaching If you pass another vehicle slowly (with a relative speed The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on of less than 15 mph (24 km/h) and the vehicle remains in stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning...
  • Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE berms, etc. However, occasionally the system may alert on such objects. This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require service. Stationary Objects Overtaking/Passing The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in adjacent lanes.
  • Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 WARNING! The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones. The BSM system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicy- clists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
  • Page 132: Rear Cross Path

    130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cross Path The Rear Cross Path (RCP) feature is intended to aid the drivers when backing out of parking spaces where their vision of oncoming vehicles may be blocked. Proceed slowly and cautiously out of the parking space until the rear end of the vehicle is exposed.
  • Page 133: Modes Of Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 NOTE: In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can Modes Of Operation be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the Modes Of Operation With EVIC sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the Three selectable modes of operation are available in the system will not be able to alert the driver.
  • Page 134 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE view mirror based on a detected object. However, when NOTE: the system is operating in RCP, the system will respond • Whenever an audible alert is requested by the BSM with both visual and audible alerts when a detected system, the radio volume is reduced.
  • Page 135: Uconnect® Phone (Uconnect® 200)

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 NOTE: The BSM system will store the current operating For Uconnect® phone compatibility - visit http:// mode when the vehicle is shut off. Each time the vehicle www.UconnectPhone.com or call 1–877–855–8400. Cana- is started the previously stored mode will be recalled and dian Residents –...
  • Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect® features Bluetooth® technology - the global WARNING! standard that enables different electronic devices to con- nect to each other without wires or a docking station, so Any voice commanded system should be used only Uconnect®...
  • Page 137: Operation

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Voice Command Button Operation Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect® When you press the Voice Command but- Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect® Phone ton you will hear a BEEP. The beep is your menu structure.
  • Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE part of the command when you are asked for it. For To activate the Uconnect® Phone, simply press the example, you can use the compound form voice com- button and follow the audible prompts for directions. mand “Phonebook New Entry”, or you can break the Uconnect®...
  • Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 NOTE: If other phones are present during the pairing priority. You can pair up to seven mobile phones to process make sure they are switched to off or the your Uconnect® Phone. However, at any given time, bluetooth is disabled before proceeding.
  • Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • The system will prompt you to say the number you Uconnect® phonebook or downloaded phonebook. To want to call. learn how to store a name in the phonebook, refer to “Add Names to Your Uconnect® Phonebook”, in the •...
  • Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 • To call a name from the Uconnect® Phonebook or • Only the mobile phone’s phonebook is downloaded. downloaded Phonebook, follow the procedure in “Call SIM card phonebook is not part of the Mobile phone- by Saying a Name”...
  • Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When prompted, say the name of the new entry. Use of language has a separate 32-name phonebook accessible long names helps the Voice Command and it is recom- only in that language. In addition, if equipped and mended.
  • Page 143 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 • When prompted, recite the new phone number for the • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say phonebook entry that you are editing. “Phonebook Delete.” • After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish...
  • Page 144: Phone Call Features

    142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Automatic downloaded phonebook entries cannot be • The selected number will be dialed. deleted or edited. Phone Call Features List All Uconnect® Phonebook Names The following features can be accessed through the •...
  • Page 145 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 the phone number will be displayed on the screen. Press Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In button to accept the call. To reject the call, press Progress and hold the button until you hear a single beep, To make a second call while you are currently on a call, indicating that the incoming call was rejected.
  • Page 146 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Toggling Between Calls press and hold the button until you hear a double beep, indicating that the two calls have been joined into If two calls are in progress (one active and one on hold), one conference call.
  • Page 147: Uconnect® Phone Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 • The Uconnect® Phone will call the last number that • After the ignition key is switched to OFF, a call can was dialed from your mobile phone. continue on the Uconnect® Phone for a certain dura- tion, after which the call is automatically transferred NOTE: This may not be the last number dialed from the from the Uconnect®...
  • Page 148 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: After every Uconnect® Phone language change the paired mobile phone to call the emergency number. operation, only the language-specific 32-name phone- This feature is supported in the U.S., Canada, and book is usable. The paired phone name is not language- Mexico.
  • Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 NOTE: WARNING! • The roadside assistance number dialed is based on the To use your Uconnect® Phone System in an emer- country where the vehicle is purchased (1-800-528- gency, your mobile phone must be: 2069 for the U.S., 1-877-213-4525 for Canada, 55-14- •...
  • Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Mail Calling enter your PIN followed with a pound, (3 7 4 6 #), you can press the button and say, “3 7 4 6 # Send”. To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to Working Saying a number, or sequence of numbers, followed by with Automated Systems.
  • Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 • Some paging and voice mail systems have system time • After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say out settings that are too short and may not allow the one of the following: use of this feature.
  • Page 152: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Following the beep, say “Mute.” dialing a number with your paired Bluetooth® mobile phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s To un-mute the Uconnect® Phone: audio system. The Uconnect® Phone will work the same •...
  • Page 153 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 Connect Or Disconnect Link Between The lowest priority. To “Select” or “Delete” a paired phone Uconnect® Phone And Mobile Phone being announced, press the button and say “Se- lect” or “Delete.” Also, see the next two sections for an Your mobile phone can be paired with many different alternate way to “Select”...
  • Page 154: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect

    152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect® Phone will return to using the highest Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® priority phone present in or near (approximately Phone within 30 ft. (9 m)) the vehicle. Uconnect® Phone Tutorial Delete Uconnect®...
  • Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 • Press the button and say the “Voice Training,” This will delete all phone pairing, phone book entries, “System Training,” or “Start Voice Training” com- and other settings in all language modes. The System will mand.
  • Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that no one other than you is speaking • Storing names in the phonebook when the vehicle is during a Voice Command period. not in motion is recommended. • Performance is maximized under: •...
  • Page 157 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 • In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be Far End Audio Performance compromised with the convertible top down • Audio quality is maximized under: Power-Up • Low-To-Medium Blower Setting After switching the ignition key from OFF to either the •...
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  • Page 161 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) zero call cancel three confirmation prompts four continue five delete dial seven download eight edit nine emergency star (*) English plus (+) erase all pound (#) Espanol add location...
  • Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate (s) Primary Alternate (s) help previous home record again language redial list names return to main menu return or main menu list phones select phone select mobile send mute set up...
  • Page 163 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Voice Text Reply Send Messages: Uconnect® Phone can read or send new messages on You can send messages using Uconnect® Phone. To send your phone. a new message: • Press the Read Messages: button.
  • Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Where are you? 16. Can this wait? 4. I need more direction. 17. Bye for now 5. L O L 18. When can we meet 6. Why 19. Send number to call 7.
  • Page 165: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 Bluetooth® Communication Link Uconnect® Phone (8.4/8.4N) Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the Uconnect® 8.4/8.4Nav Uconnect® Phone. When this happens, the connection Uconnect® Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in- can generally be reestablished by switching the phone vehicle communications system.
  • Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Calling Back the last incoming call number (“Call • Sending a text message via the touchscreen. Back”). • Listen to Music on your Bluetooth® Device via the • View Call logs on screen (“Show incoming calls”, touchscreen.
  • Page 167 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Uconnect® Phone allows you to transfer calls between mobile phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as the system and your mobile phone as you enter or exit long as your phone is turned on and has been paired to your vehicle and enables you to mute the system’s the vehicle’s Uconnect®...
  • Page 168: Operation

    166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Uconnect® Voice Command Button Operation The Uconnect® Voice Command Button is Voice commands can be used to operate the Uconnect® only used for “barge in” and when you are Phone and to navigate through the Uconnect® Phone already in a call and you want to send Tones or menu structure.
  • Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 “John Smith” and then “mobile”, the following com- Natural speech allows the user to speak commands in pound command can be said: “Call John Smith mo- phrases or complete sentences. The system filters out bile.”...
  • Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Command Tree Pair (Link) Uconnect® Phone To A Mobile Phone Refer to “Voice Tree” in this section. To begin using your Uconnect® Phone, you must pair your compatible Bluetooth® enabled mobile phone. Help Command NOTE: If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to...
  • Page 171 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 • Touch the “Add Device” soft-key. • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth® enabled mobile phone. When prompted on the phone, enter the name and PIN shown on the Uconnect® screen. • See step 4 to complete the process. Mobile Phone Pairing 3.
  • Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Uconnect® Phone will display an in progress screen this phone the highest priority. This phone will take while the system is connecting. precedence over other paired phones within range. Pair Additional Mobile Phones 1.
  • Page 173 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 this phone the highest priority. This phone will take 4. Touch the “Add Device” soft-key. precedence over other paired phones within range. NOTE: If there is no device currently connected with the NOTE: For phones which are not made a favorite, the system, a pop-up will appear.
  • Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE You can also use the following VR command to bring up 4. Touch the “X” to exit out of the Settings screen. a list of paired audio devices: Disconnecting A Phone Or Audio Device •...
  • Page 175 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 3. Touch the “+” soft-key located to the right of the 6. Touch the “X” to exit out of the Settings screen. device name for a different Phone or Audio Device Phonebook Download (Automatic Phonebook than the currently connected device.
  • Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be down- Managing Your Favorite Phonebook loaded and updated every time a phone is connected There are three ways you can add an entry to your to the Uconnect®...
  • Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 touch the + on that selected entry. When the Options pop-up appears, touch “Add from Mobile.” You will then be asked which contact and number to choose from your mobile phonebook. When complete the new favorite will be shown.
  • Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Remove A Favorite 1. To remove a Favorite, select phonebook from the Phone main screen. 2. Next select Favorites on the left side of the screen and then touch the + Options soft-key. 3.
  • Page 179 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 Emergency And Towing Assistance The Emergency and Towing Assistance Favorite numbers can only be altered. These cannot be deleted and the names cannot be changed. To change the Emergency or Towing Assistance numbers follow these steps.
  • Page 180: Phone Call Features

    178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Mobile Phonebook Phone Call Features • Recent Call Log The following features can be accessed through the Uconnect® Phone if the feature(s) are available and • SMS Message Viewer supported by Bluetooth® on your mobile service plan. For example, if your mobile service plan provides three- Dial By Saying A Number way calling, this feature can be accessed through the...
  • Page 181 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 • Join two active calls together 3. The Uconnect® Phone will dial the number associated with John Doe, or if there are multiple numbers it will Touch-Tone Number Entry ask which number you want to call for John Doe. 1.
  • Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Missed Calls Recent Calls • All Calls You may browse up to 34 of the most recent of each of the following call types: These can be accessed by touching the “recent calls” soft-key on the Phone main screen.
  • Page 183 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — No Call Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In Currently In Progress Progress When you receive a call on your mobile phone, the You can place a call on hold by touching the “Hold” Uconnect®...
  • Page 184: Uconnect® Phone Features

    182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Join Calls Call Continuation When two calls are in progress (one active and one on Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the hold), touch the “Join Calls” soft-key on the Phone main Uconnect®...
  • Page 185 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 • The Uconnect® Phone does slightly lower your If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect® Phone is operational, you may reach the emergency number as chances of successfully making a phone call as to that follows: for the mobile phone directly.
  • Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The roadside/towing assistance number dialed is or automated customer service line. Some services re- based on the country where the vehicle is purchased quire immediate response selection. In some instances, (1-800-528-2069 for the U.S., 1-800-363-4869 for Canada, that may be too quick for use of the Uconnect®...
  • Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Password”, then if you press the button and say Barge In — Overriding Prompts “Send Voicemail Password” the Uconnect® Phone will button can be used when you wish to skip part then send the corresponding phone number associated of a prompt and issue your voice command immediately.
  • Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Select either “Brief” or “Detailed” by touching the box Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad next to the selection. A check-mark will appear to indicate your selection. WARNING! Phone And Network Status Indicators Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury.
  • Page 189: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 dialing a number with your connected Bluetooth® mo- Advanced Phone Connectivity bile phone, the audio will be played through your Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone vehicle’s audio system. The Uconnect® Phone will work The Uconnect®...
  • Page 190: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect

    188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Low Road Noise Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect® Phone • Smooth Road Surface Voice Command • Fully Closed Windows • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to • Dry Weather Condition provide at least ½...
  • Page 191 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 Even though international dialing for most number com- Performance such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness to binations is supported, some shortcut dialing number a large degree rely on the phone and network, and not combinations may not be supported.
  • Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Your phone must support SMS over Bluetooth® to use Read Messages: this feature. If the Uconnect® Phone determines your If you receive a new text message while your phone is phone is not compatible with SMS messaging over connected to Uconnect®...
  • Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 Once a message is received and viewed or listened to, you will have the following options: • Send a Reply • Forward • Call Send Messages Using Soft-Keys: You can send messages using Uconnect® Phone. To send a new message: 1.
  • Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Send Messages Using Voice Commands: 1. Press the button. 2. After the “Listening” prompt and the following beep, say “Send message to John Smith mobile.” 3. After the system prompts you for what message you want to send, say the message you wish to send or say “List.”...
  • Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 4. I can’t talk right now. 17. I’m lost. 5. Call me. 18. See you later. 6. I’ll call you later. Bluetooth® Communication Link Mobile phones have been found to lose connection to the 7.
  • Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
  • Page 197 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 NOTE: 6. Send dial tones for automated systems is available while a call is active. This is an example that uses a 1. You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your Phonebook Record named “Voicemail Password.”...
  • Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 NOTE: 4. Messaging commands only work if the Uconnect® system is equipped with this feature and the mobile 1. You can replace “John Smith” with any name in your phone supports messaging over Bluetooth®. mobile or favorite phone book.
  • Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 201: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 NOTE: Available Voice Commands are shown in bold VOICE COMMAND (Uconnect® 200) face and underlined in the gray shaded boxes. Voice Command System Operation General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and This Voice Command system allows you to RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
  • Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pressing the Voice Command button while the WARNING! system is speaking is known as “barging in.” The system will be interrupted, and after the beep, you can add or Any voice commanded system should be used only change commands.
  • Page 203: Commands

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 To hear the first available Menu, press the Voice Com- Main Menu mand button and say “Help” or “Main Menu”. Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button. You may say “Main Menu” to switch to the Commands main menu.
  • Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • “Menu Radio” (to switch to the radio menu) Radio AM • “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM.” In this mode, you may say the following commands: Satellite Radio •...
  • Page 205 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 Disc Mode Bluetooth® Streaming (BT) Mode To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc.” In this mode, you To switch to Bluetooth® Streaming (BT) mode, say may say the following commands: “Bluetooth Streaming.” In this mode, you may say the following commands: •...
  • Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE – “Continue” (to continue recording) Setup – “Delete” (to delete the recording) To switch to system setup, you may say one of the following: • “Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos) — •...
  • Page 207: Voice Training

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the Voice 2. Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by Command button first and wait for the beep Uconnect® Voice. For best results, the “Voice Training” before speaking the “Barge In”...
  • Page 208: Voice Command

    206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE VOICE COMMAND WARNING! Uconnect® 8.4/8.4 Nav Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following all applicable The Uconnect® Voice Command system allows laws, including laws regarding phone use. Your at- you to control your AM, FM radio, satellite tention should be focused on safely operating the radio, disc player, SD Card, USB/iPod®...
  • Page 209 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 If no command is spoken the system will say one of two Pressing the Uconnect® Voice Command button responses: while the system is speaking is known as “barging in.” The system will be interrupted, and after the beep, you •...
  • Page 210 208 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE These commands are universal and can be used from any At any point, if the system does not recognize one of your menu. All other commands can be used depending upon commands, you will be prompted to repeat it. the active application.
  • Page 211: Uconnect® Voice Commands

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 209 Uconnect® Voice Commands Starting Voice Recognition (VR) Session In Radio/Player Modes The Uconnect® Voice Command system understands two types of commands. Universal commands are avail- In this mode, you can say the following commands: able at all times.
  • Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Tree...
  • Page 213 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 211 NOTE: 3. You can replace “8” with any other satellite channel number received by the radio. 1. You can replace “950 AM” with any other AM or FM frequency, such as “98.7 FM.” 4.
  • Page 214 212 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 215 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 213 NOTE: 3. Playlist, Podcast and audio book commands are only available when the iPod® is connected and playing. 1. You can replace the album, artist, song, genre, playlist, podcast and audio book names with any correspond- 4.
  • Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 217 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 215 NOTE: 3. You can also say “Show Current Weather” or “Show extended weather” or “Show five day forecast” or 1. You can replace “NFL” with any league shown on the “Show ski info” to get other forecasts. sports league screen.
  • Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 219 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 217 NOTE: 3. Navigation commands only work if equipped with Navigation. 1. Only available with Navigation equipped vehicles. NOTE: Available Voice Commands are shown in bold 2. You can replace “Player” with “Radio,” “Navigation,” face and shaded grey.
  • Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 221: Seats

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 219 NOTE: SEATS Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the 1. You can also say “Find City,” “Find Favorite,” “Find vehicle. Play by Category,” “Find Play by Name,” “Find Re- cently Found,”...
  • Page 222: Power Seats - If Equipped

    220 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Seats — If Equipped Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward Some models may be equipped with a power driver’s The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward. seat. The power seat switch is located on the outboard Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will side of the seat near the floor.
  • Page 223 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221 Reclining The Seatback Forward Or Rearward WARNING! The seatback can be reclined both forward and rearward. Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the Push the seat recliner switch forward or rearward, the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
  • Page 224: Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment

    222 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Lumbar — If Equipped Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment Vehicles equipped with power driver or passenger seats On models equipped with manual seats, the adjusting may be also be equipped with power lumbar. The power bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor.
  • Page 225: Manual Front Seat Recline Adjustment

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 223 move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched. 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.
  • Page 226: Manual Seat Height Adjustment - If Equipped

    224 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If Equipped Heated Seats — If Equipped The driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by On some models, the front seats may be equipped with using a lever, located on the outboard side of the seat. heaters in both the seat cushions and seatbacks.
  • Page 227 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 225 Front Heated Seat Operations — Vehicles WARNING! (Continued) Equipped With Uconnect® 8.4 and 8.4N: • Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that Press the “Controls” soft-key located on the Uconnect® insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion.
  • Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Press the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt once to select HI-level heating. Press the soft- within two to five minutes. key a second time to select LO-level heating. When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will Press the soft-key a third time to shut the provide a boosted heat level during the first four minutes...
  • Page 229: Head Restraints

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 227 Head Restraints Active Head Restraints — Front Seats Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with by restricting head movement in the event of a rear Active Head Restraints (AHR).
  • Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head NOTE: The head restraints should only be removed by restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If either button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push of the head restraints require removal, see your autho- downward on the head restraint.
  • Page 231: Folding Rear Seat

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 229 Rear Head Restraints The rear outboard head restraints have three positions UP, MID and DOWN. The center head restraint has only two positions, Up and Down. When the center seat is being occupied the head restraint should be in the raised position.
  • Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The upper seatback loops can be tucked away when not in use. Folded Rear Seatback When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat strap.
  • Page 233: To Open And Close The Hood

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 231 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD WARNING! Two latches must be released to open the hood. • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side position.
  • Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety 3. Lift upward on the hood prop rod to release it from the catch to the left. The safety catch is located under the stowage retainer.
  • Page 235 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 233 4. Place the hood prop rod in the hood slot to secure the CAUTION! hood in the open position. To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- mately 6 in (15 cm), and then drop it.
  • Page 236: Lights

    234 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instru- ment panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, inte- rior lights and fog lights.
  • Page 237: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 235 Automatic Headlights — If Equipped addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this feature. This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels.
  • Page 238: Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control - If Equipped

    236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If you turn the headlights off before the ignition, they will detects vehicle specific light and automatically switches turn off in the normal manner. from high beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
  • Page 239: Daytime Running Lights (Drl)

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 237 To Activate Daytime Running Lights (DRL) The Daytime Running Lights will come on whenever the 1. Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO headlight ignition is placed in the RUN position, the headlights are position.
  • Page 240: Fog Lights - If Equipped

    238 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights — If Equipped headlight switch. To turn off the front fog lights, either press the headlight switch a second time or turn off the The front fog light switch is built into the headlight headlight switch.
  • Page 241: Turn Signals

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 239 NOTE: • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the indicator bulb is defective.
  • Page 242: High/Low Beam Switch

    240 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE High/Low Beam Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the multifunction lever toward you to switch the headlights back to low beam. Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you.
  • Page 243: Interior Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 241 Interior Lights Dimmer Controls The interior lights come on when a door is opened. The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and is located on the left side of the instrument panel. To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is moved to the LOCK position.
  • Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating the left Ambient Light Control dimmer control upward will increase the brightness of Rotate the right dimmer control upward or downward to the instrument panel lights and lighted cupholders (if increase or decrease the brightness of the door handle equipped).
  • Page 245: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 243 Dome Light Position WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Rotate the left dimmer control completely upward to the The multifunction lever operates the windshield wipers second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior and washer when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this or ACC position.
  • Page 246: Intermittent Wiper System

    244 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Intermittent Wiper System CAUTION! Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause be- through an automatic car wash. Damage to the tween cycles desirable.
  • Page 247: Mist Feature

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 245 Mist Feature two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected. Rotate the end of the lever downward to the Mist position to activate a single wipe cycle to clear off road If you activate the washer while the windshield wiper is mist or spray from a passing vehicle.
  • Page 248: Rain Sensing Wipers - If Equipped

    246 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position. In Settings 1 and 2 can be used if the driver desires less addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are wiper sensitivity.
  • Page 249 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 247 • The Rain Sensing feature may not function properly • Neutral Wipe Inhibit — The Rain Sensing feature will when ice or dried salt water is present on the wind- not operate when the ignition is placed in the RUN shield.
  • Page 250: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    248 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle down. To tilt the steering column, move the steering This feature allows you to tilt the steering column wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen or upward or downward.
  • Page 251: Heated Steering Wheel - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249 HEATED STEERING WHEEL — 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. Once the heated steering wheel has been turned on it will operate for up to 80 minutes before automatically shutting off.
  • Page 252 250 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting System — If Equipped” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information. WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion, or other physical conditions must exercise...
  • Page 253: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 251 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel.
  • Page 254: To Activate

    252 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 255: To Deactivate

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 253 For Premium Clusters Only For Premium Clusters Only • When set to analog mode: The red outer line on the • When set to analog mode: The white outer line on the speedometer changes from red to white to identify set speedometer returns to red.
  • Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The speed increment shown is dependant on the speed of To Decrease Speed U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can de- crease speed by pushing the SET (-) button. U.S.
  • Page 257: To Accelerate For Passing

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 255 • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will WARNING! continue to decrease until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established. Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed.
  • Page 258: Parksense® Sensors

    256 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ParkSense® will retain the last system state (enabled or ParkSense® Warning Display disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is The ParkSense® Warning screen will only be displayed if changed to the ON/RUN position. Sound and Display is selected from the Uconnect®...
  • Page 259 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 257 Park Assist Ready Park Assist System Off The system will indicate a detected obstacle by showing a single arc in one or more regions based on the obstacle’s distance and location relative to the vehicle.
  • Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If an obstacle is detected in the center rear region, the display will show a single solid arc in the center rear region and will produce a one-half second tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, the display will show the single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the sound tone will change from slow, to fast, to continuous.
  • Page 261 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 259 Slow Tone Slow Tone...
  • Page 262 260 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Fast Tone Fast Tone...
  • Page 263 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 261 Fast Tone Continuous Tone...
  • Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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: Continuous Tone...
  • Page 265 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 263 WARNING ALERTS Rear Dis- Greater 79-59 in 59-47 in 47-39 in 39-25 in 25-12 in Less than tance than (200-150 (150-120 (120-100 (100-65 cm) (65-30 cm) 12 in (30 (in/cm) 79 in (200 Audible None Single 1/2-...
  • Page 266: Enabling And Disabling Parksense

    264 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Enabling And Disabling ParkSense® Service The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist System ParkSense® can be enabled and disabled using the Uconnect® System. The available choices are: Off, Sound During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense® Rear Park Only, or Sound and Display.
  • Page 267 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 265 If “WIPE OFF REAR PARK ASSIST SENSORS” appears If “SERVICE PARK ASSIST SENSORS” or “SERVICE in the EVIC make sure the outer surface and the under- PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” appears in the EVIC, see an side of the rear fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow, authorized dealer.
  • Page 268 266 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE the PARK ASSIST SYSTEM DISABLED message. If “PARK ASSIST SYSTEM DISABLED” appears in the EVIC, cycle the ignition. If the message appears again, see an authorized dealer. Service Park Assist System The ParkSense® Rear Park Assist system will be auto- matically disabled when there are faulted conditions outside of the ParkSense®...
  • Page 269: Cleaning The Parksense® System

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 267 Cleaning The ParkSense® System turn ParkSense® off, it remains off until you turn it on again, even if you cycle the ignition key. Clean the ParkSense® sensors with water, car wash soap • When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE and a soft cloth.
  • Page 270 268 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE object as a sensor problem, causing the “SERVICE WARNING! PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” message to be displayed in • Drivers must be careful when backing up even the EVIC. when using ParkSense®. Always check carefully CAUTION! behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles,...
  • Page 271: Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 269 the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The image will be WARNING! (Continued) displayed on the touchscreen display along with a cau- • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- tion note to “check entire surroundings” across the top of mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- the screen.
  • Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Zone Distance to the rear of the vehicle 0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm) Yellow 1 ft - 3 ft (30 cm - 1 m) Green 3 ft or greater (1 m or greater) WARNING! CAUTION! •...
  • Page 273: Turning Parkview® On Or Off - With

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 271 NOTE: If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance OVERHEAD CONSOLE builds up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights water, and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens. and storage for sunglasses.
  • Page 274: Front Map/Reading Lights

    272 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Map/Reading Lights The lights also turn on when a door is opened. The lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK button on the RKE Lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light is pressed.
  • Page 275: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 273 The HomeLink® buttons, located on either the overhead console, headliner or sunvisor, designate the three differ- ent HomeLink® channels. The HomeLink® indicator is located above the center button. Sunglass Bin Door GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink®...
  • Page 276: Before You Begin Programming Homelink

    274 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 277: Programming A Rolling Code

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 275 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 278 276 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 279: Programming A Non-Rolling Code

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 277 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 pro- To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
  • Page 280: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming

    278 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 281 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 279 • If the indicator light stays on constantly, program- 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- ming is complete and the garage door/device should gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
  • Page 282: Using Homelink

    280 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 283 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 281 • Did you unplug the device for programming and WARNING! remember to plug it back in? Your motorized door or gate will open and close If you have any problems, or require assistance, please while you are programming the universal trans- call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at ceiver.
  • Page 284: General Information

    282 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The power sunroof switch is located between the sun Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following visors on the overhead console.
  • Page 285: Opening Sunroof - Express

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 283 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. • Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the object, to project through the sunroof opening.
  • Page 286: Opening Sunroof - Manual Mode

    284 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode movement and the sunroof will remain in a partially closed condition until the switch is pushed and held To open the sunroof, press and hold the switch rearward forward again.
  • Page 287: Pinch Protect Override

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 285 Pinch Protect Override NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is open. If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) prevents closing the sunroof, attempt to remove the obstruction and then Wind Buffeting press and hold the switch forward until the sunroof fully Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of closes.
  • Page 288: Electrical Power Outlets - If Equipped

    286 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS — IF EQUIPPED The 12 Volt (13 Amp) instrument panel power outlet is located on the lower instrument panel, below the climate controls. The power outlet has power available when the ignition switch is in the ACC or RUN position.
  • Page 289 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 287 CAUTION! • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. •...
  • Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 291 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 289 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • After the use of high power draw accessories, or • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw long periods of the vehicle not being started (with power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
  • Page 292: Front Seat Cupholders

    290 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUPHOLDERS Rear Seat Cupholders The rear seat cupholders are located in the center armrest Front Seat Cupholders between the rear seats. The cupholders are positioned The cupholders are located in the center console forward forward in the armrest and side-by-side to provide con- of the armrest between the front seats.
  • Page 293: Storage

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 291 STORAGE Glove Compartment The glove compartment is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel. Pull on the release handle to open the glove compartment. Opened Glove Compartment Console Features An open storage area, or cubby bin, is located in the center console forward of the shift lever.
  • Page 294 292 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE There is a storage compartment located under the center Pull upward on the release handle, located on the front of console armrest. In addition, the 12 Volt power outlet, the armrest, to open the storage compartment. USB and Aux jack are located here.
  • Page 295: Door Storage

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 293 Door Storage The door panels contain storage areas. Rear Door Trim Storage Front Door Trim Storage...
  • Page 296: Passenger Seat Storage - If Equipped

    294 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Passenger Seat Storage — If Equipped Some models may be equipped with storage under the front passenger seat cushion. Pull upward on the seat cushion loop to open the storage compartment. Passenger Seat Cushion Storage Compartment Passenger Seat Cushion Loop...
  • Page 297: Rear Seat Armrest Storage - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 295 Rear Seat Armrest Storage — If Equipped CARGO AREA FEATURES For rear passengers there is a storage bin located in the Cargo Area — 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat — If armrest. Lift upward on the latch to open the storage Equipped compartment.
  • Page 298 296 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The rear seatback loops can be tucked away when not in use. Folded Rear Seatback When the seatback is folded to the upright position, make sure it is latched by strongly pulling on the top of the seatback above the seat strap.
  • Page 299 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 297 WARNING! WARNING! • Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into The weight and position of cargo and passengers can position. If the seatback is not securely locked into change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle position, the seat will not provide the proper sta- handling.
  • Page 300: Cargo Tie-Downs

    298 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Cargo Tie-Downs Ski Pass-Through The rear cargo area is equipped with cargo tie-downs, There is a ski pass-through door located behind the rear located on either side of the rear cargo area. seat armrest that allows longer items, such as snow skis, to be stored in the rear cargo area.
  • Page 301: Rear Window Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 299 REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: The rear window defroster button is located on • Use care when washing the inside of the rear the climate control.
  • Page 303: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Four Button EVIC — If Equipped ..331 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..304 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE ..305 Uconnect®...
  • Page 304 302 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL WITH Uconnect® MP3 Audio Play ..... .370 VOICE COMMAND —...
  • Page 305 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 303 ▫ Uconnect® 8.4 Climate Controls — If RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES . .387 Equipped ......393 CLIMATE CONTROLS .
  • Page 306: Instrument Panel Features

    304 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Air Demister 5 — Glove Compartment 9 — Trunk Release 2 — Outlet 6 — Climate Control Hard Controls/Uconnect® System Hard Controls 10 — Hood Release 3 — Instrument Cluster 7 —...
  • Page 307: Instrument Cluster - Base

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 305 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — BASE...
  • Page 308: Instrument Cluster - Premium Analog

    306 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM ANALOG...
  • Page 309: Instrument Cluster - Premium Digital

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 307 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — PREMIUM DIGITAL...
  • Page 310: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    308 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System 1. Tachometer (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when This gauge measures engine revolutions-per-minute one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
  • Page 311 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 309 Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS CAUTION! malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is The TPMS has been optimized for the original combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipment tires and wheels.
  • Page 312 310 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Turn Signal Indicators CAUTION! The arrow will flash with the exterior turn Driving with a hot engine cooling system could signal when the turn signal lever is operated. damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle “H”...
  • Page 313 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 311 light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the WARNING! vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem others could be badly burned by steam or boiling diagnosed and corrected.
  • Page 314 312 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped Center (EVIC). Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” for further information. This indicator will illuminate when the front 8. High Beam Indicator fog lights are on. This indicator shows that the high beam head- 7.
  • Page 315 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 313 10. Brake Warning Light The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic This light monitors various brake functions, system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is including brake fluid level and parking brake indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on application.
  • Page 316 314 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
  • Page 317 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 315 14. Power Steering System Warning performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing. The light will come on This light is used to manage the electrical when the ignition is first placed in the ON/RUN position warning of the EPS (Power Steering System).
  • Page 318 316 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped 20. Low Fuel Light This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security (11.0 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly fuel is added.
  • Page 319 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 317 odometer needs to be repaired or serviced, the repair instrument cluster. For further information, refer to technician should leave the odometer reading the same “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”. as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so, 23.
  • Page 320 318 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock chime will sound for four minutes when this light turns brakes.
  • Page 321 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 319 Certain conditions, such as poor fuel quality, etc., may WARNING! illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced typical driving cycles.
  • Page 322 320 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 29. Electronic Speed Control Indicator CAUTION! • Electronic Speed Control ON Indicator Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera- This light will turn on when the electronic ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause speed control is ON. For further information, severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
  • Page 323: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 321 31. Red Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Reconfigurable Telltales This area will show reconfigurable red telltales (Door(s) Ajar, Oil Pressure Warning Telltale, Charging System Telltale, Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Telltale, Engine Temperature Warning Telltale, Electric Power Steering Malfunction).
  • Page 324 322 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL messages that consist of approximately 60 possible warn- of this message type are Turn Signal On (if a turn signal ing or information messages. These pop up messages fall is left on) and Lights On (if driver leaves the vehicle). into several categories: •...
  • Page 325: Engine Oil Change Indicator System

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 323 Engine Oil Change Indicator System Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go™ Oil Change Required 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button and place the ignition in the Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change ON/RUN position (do not start the engine.) indicator system.
  • Page 326: Two Button Evic - If Equipped

    324 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Range To Empty NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not • Fuel Economy Info reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. • Cruise Control Info Two Button EVIC —...
  • Page 327 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 325 • UP Arrow Button The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the UP arrow button to scroll wheel: upward through the main menus (Odometer, Digital Vehicle Speed, Trip Info, Range To Empty, Average Fuel Economy, Current Fuel Economy, Stored Messages, Settings).
  • Page 328 326 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Key Fob Damaged • Service Air Bag Warning Light • Key In Ignition • Washer Fluid Low • Left Turn Signal Out • Parking Brake Engaged • Right Turn Signal Out • Brake Fluid Low •...
  • Page 329 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 327 • Oil Temperature Hot • Cruise Set To XXX km/h • Check Fuel Cap • Driver Seatbelt Unbuckled • Oil Change Due • Passenger Seatbelt Unbuckled • Service Tire Pressure System • Front Seatbelts Unbuckled •...
  • Page 330 328 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Remote Start Aborted Too Cold • Stored Messages • Remote Start Active Push Start Button • Tire Pressure • Settings EVIC Main Menu • Units To step to each main menu feature press and release the UP button once for each step.
  • Page 331 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 329 • Trip B Elapsed Time • Elapsed Time Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset. Elapsed time will increment when the ignition is in the Press the UP buttons to cycle through all the Trip ON/RUN position.
  • Page 332 330 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the RTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km) Tire pressure information is displayed as follows: estimated driving distance, the RTE display will change • If tire pressure is OK for all tires, a vehicle graphic is to a text display of LOW FUEL”.
  • Page 333: Four Button Evic - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 331 • Fuel Economy Info number of stored warning messages. Pressing the RIGHT arrow button will allow you to see what the stored • Screen Setup messages are. • Digital Vehicle Speed Settings — EVIC Units And Language Selection •...
  • Page 334 332 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • UP Arrow Button The system allows the driver to select information by pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering Press and release the UP arrow button to scroll wheel: upward through the main menu and sub- menus (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B, Stored Messages, Screen Set Up).
  • Page 335 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 333 • RIGHT Arrow Button Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays Press and release the RIGHT arrow button to The EVIC displays are located in the center portion of the access the information screens or sub-menu cluster and consists of the follow sections: screens of a main menu item.
  • Page 336 334 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2 — Main Screen — The inner ring of the display will Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) illuminate in grey under normal conditions, yellow for Messages non critical warnings, red for critical warnings and white •...
  • Page 337 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 335 • Service Power Steering • Lights On • Cruise Off • Right Turn Signal Light Out • Cruise Ready • Left Turn Signal Light Out • Cruise Set To XXX MPH • Turn Signal On •...
  • Page 338 336 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Remote Start Aborted Trunk Open • Shift to Neutral then Drive or Reverse • Remote Start Aborted Time Expired • Autostick Unavailable Service Required • Remote Start Disabled Start to Reset • Automatic Unavailable Use Autostick Service Req. •...
  • Page 339 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 337 EVIC Amber Telltales If this telltale turns on, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Then, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- run the engine at idle or faster until the light turns off. tales.
  • Page 340 338 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Charging System Telltale EVIC Red Telltales This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These This telltale shows the status of the electrical telltales include: charging system. If the telltale stays on or comes on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non- •...
  • Page 341 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 339 • If a problem is detected, the telltale will come on while • If the telltale turns on while driving, safely pull over the engine is running. Cycle the ignition key when the and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is off.
  • Page 342 340 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL EVIC White Telltales Full Speedometer Analog Or Digital Display Selection • Electronic Speed Control ON This telltale will illuminate amber when the Full Speedometer Analog Icon electronic speed control is ON. For further information, refer to “Electronic Speed Con- trol”...
  • Page 343 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 341 Vehicle Speed MPH / Km/h arrow button and Coolant Temp will be displayed. Press the UP or DOWN arrow button to scroll through the Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow following information sub-menus: button until the Vehicle Speed icon is high- lighted in the EVIC.
  • Page 344 342 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If the Tire Pressure system requires service, Service Refer to “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” Tire Pressure System is displayed. under “Starting and Operating” for further information. Fuel Economy Press and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until the Fuel Economy icon is high- lighted.
  • Page 345 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 Fuel Economy Analog Display Fuel Economy Digital Display...
  • Page 346 344 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The EVIC has the capability of displaying an interactive flower through the Fuel Economy sub-menu which will add one flower pedal for every 2.5 Miles Per Gallon (MPG) (1.06 km per liter (km/l) increment. Once the vehicle reached 30 MPG the EVIC will display a full flower.
  • Page 347 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 345 Then, the history information will be erased, and the amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the “LOW averaging will continue from the last fuel average read- FUEL” message and a new RTE value will display. Press ing before the reset.
  • Page 348 346 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Elapsed Time Trip Info Digital Display Press the UP/DOWN buttons to cycle through all the Trip Info Analog Display Trip Computer functions or press the LEFT arrow button to return to the main menu.
  • Page 349 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 347 The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- Resetting A Trip Info Function tion: To Reset any of the three Trip Info functions, select the function you want to reset using the UP or DOWN Trip A buttons.
  • Page 350 348 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Screen Setup Screen Setup sub-menu. The Screen Setup feature allows you to change the location that information is displayed within the instrument cluster. Use the UP and DOWN Screen Setup Display Analog Icon buttons to highlight a screen setup location (i.e., Upper Left, Upper Right, etc.) then press the RIGHT arrow button to select the location and make changes.
  • Page 351 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 349 Screen Setup Driver Selectable Items Time • Speedometer Range To Empty (RTE) Analog 1 Average MPG Analog 2 Current MPG Digital 1 (default setting) Trip A Digital 2 Trip B • Gear Display • Upper Right Standard (PRND –/+) (default setting) None Single Character (D)
  • Page 352: Uconnect® Settings

    350 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Restore To Defaults (Restores All Settings To De- Trip A fault Settings) Trip B Cancel • Lower Left Okay None (default setting) Compass Uconnect® SETTINGS Outside Temp The Uconnect® system uses a combination of soft and hard keys located on the center of the instrument panel Time that allows you to access and change the customer...
  • Page 353: Soft-Keys

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 351 change settings (i.e., 30, 60, 90), press the center of the When making a selection, press the soft-key to enter the control knob one or more times to select or change a desired mode. Once in the desired mode press and setting (i.e., ON, OFF).
  • Page 354 352 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Display Mode • Set Language When in this display you may select one of the auto When in this display, you may select one of three display settings. To change Mode status, touch and languages for all display nomenclature, including the trip release the Day, Night or Auto soft-key.
  • Page 355 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 353 • Voice Response Length designated turn within a programmed route. To make your selection, touch the Navigation Turn-By-Turn In When in this display, you may change the Voice Re- Cluster soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to the sponse Length settings.
  • Page 356 354 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Set Time Hours check-mark appears next to the 12hrs or 24hrs setting, indicating that the setting has been selected. Touch the When in this display, you may adjust the hours. The back arrow soft-key to return to the previous menu. “Sync with GPS Time”...
  • Page 357 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 355 (18 km/h). The system can be enabled with Sound Only, selected, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system is deacti- Sound and Display, or turned OFF. To change the Park vated. To change the Blind Spot Alert status, touch the Assist status, touch and release the OFF, Sound Only or Off, Lights or Lights &...
  • Page 358 356 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Interior Ambient Lights disappear. The ParkView® camera is located on the rear of the vehicle above the rear License plate. To make your When this feature is selected, it allows the adjustment of selection, touch the ParkView® Backup Camera soft-key, the brightness of the interior ambient lighting.
  • Page 359 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 357 • Headlight Illumination On Approach • Auto Dim High Beams “SmartBeam™” — If Equipped When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when the doors When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights are unlocked with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) will deactivate automatically under certain conditions.
  • Page 360 358 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Flash Headlights With Lock opened. To make your selection, touch the Auto Unlock On Exit soft-key, until a check-mark appears next to When this feature is selected, the headlights will flash setting, indicating that the setting has been selected. when the doors are locked or unlocked with the Remote Touch the back arrow soft-key to return to the previous Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
  • Page 361 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 359 touch the Sound Horn With Lock soft-key, until a check- the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button twice to unlock the mark appears next to setting, indicating that the setting passenger’s doors. When Unlock All Doors On 1st Press has been selected.
  • Page 362 360 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Passive Entry Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start After pressing the Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s soft-key the following settings will be available. door(s) without having to press the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter lock or unlock buttons.
  • Page 363 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 361 • Headlight Off Delay check-mark appears next to setting, showing that setting has been selected. Touch the back arrow soft-key to When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to return to the previous menu. have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds Engine Off Options when exiting the vehicle.
  • Page 364 362 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, Touch the Calibration soft-key to change this setting. This Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to module is located, and it can cause interference with the manually reset the compass.
  • Page 365 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 363 • Equalizer • Music Info Cleanup When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and This feature helps organize music files for optimized Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – music navigation.
  • Page 366 364 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Paired Devices • Subscription Information This feature shows which phones are paired to the New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free Phone/Bluetooth® system. For further information, refer limited time subscription to SiriusXM Satellite Radio to the Uconnect®...
  • Page 367: Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack) And Siriusxm

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 365 Uconnect® 200 — AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH Operating Instructions — Radio Mode CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND SiriusXM NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or RADIO ACC position to operate the radio. Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) Push the ON/VOLUME control knob to turn on the...
  • Page 368 366 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Buttons 3. After adjusting the hours, press the right side ENTER/ BROWSE control knob to set the minutes. The minutes Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for will highlight. the next listenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switch to seek up and the left switch to seek down.
  • Page 369 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 INFO Button Setting The Bass, Mid Range, Treble, Balance Or Fade Press the INFO button for an RDS station (one with call letters displayed). The radio will return a Radio Text To set the Bass, Mid Range, Treble, Balance or Fade message broadcast from an FM station (FM mode only).
  • Page 370 368 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the ENTER/BROWSE button a second time and Press the BACK button to exit Bass, Mid Range, Treble, MID RANGE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL Balance or Fade. control knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to MENU Button decrease the mid-range tones.
  • Page 371 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 369 ENTER/BROWSE button to set the minutes. The min- will continue to cycle through the same song until utes will highlight. Adjust the minutes using the right repeat is turned Off. Repeat will be turned off once one side TUNE/SCROLL control knob.
  • Page 372: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    370 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL System Info You may add a second or third station to each pushbut- ton by repeating the above procedure with this exception: • Selecting System Info will display the software ver- Press the A–B–C button to select the A, B or C mode. Each sion, serial number and SIRIUS ID.
  • Page 373 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 371 • This radio is capable of playing compact discs (CD), CAUTION! recordable compact discs (CD-R), rewritable compact discs (CD-RW), compact discs with MP3 tracks and This CD player will accept 4–3/4 in (12 cm) discs only. multisession compact discs with CD and MP3 tracks.
  • Page 374 372 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SEEK Button Shuffle (SHFL) And Repeat (RPT) Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the This feature plays the selections on the compact disc in CD. Press the left SEEK button to return to the beginning random order to provide an interesting change of pace.
  • Page 375: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 373 Notes On Playing MP3 Files The radio uses the following limits for file systems: • Maximum number of folder levels: 8 The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3 file recording media and formats are limited. When •...
  • Page 376 374 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio. use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal VBR bit rates. CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files). MPEG Sampling Fre- Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after...
  • Page 377: Enter/Browse Button (Cd Mode For Mp3/Wma Play)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 375 Playback Of MP3 Files Enter/Browse Button (CD Mode For MP3/WMA Play) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium Pressing the Enter/Browse button will bring up a list of contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more all folders on the disc.
  • Page 378: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode

    376 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The AUX device must be turned on and the device’s Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or more and the radio will display song titles for each file. volume set to the proper level. If the AUX audio is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up.
  • Page 379: Security

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 377 • The CD Player is part of the radio for the Uconnect® If the USB connected does not have any audio files and the user selects USB as the device to play audio the screen 200.
  • Page 380: Cd Player Operating Instructions

    378 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD Player Operating Instructions Uconnect® — If Equipped If equipped with Uconnect® 8.4, refer to the Uconnect® Loading 8.4 manual for further information. To insert disc into the player, follow the instructions shown: iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL WITH Uconnect® VOICE COMMAND —...
  • Page 381: Connecting The Ipod® Or External Usb Device

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 379 Connecting The iPod® Or External USB Device Use the connection cable to connect an iPod® or external USB device to the vehicle’s USB/AUX connector port which is located in the center console. Center Console USB/AUX Connector Port Cable Routing NOTE: The center console will have a position where the iPod®...
  • Page 382: Using This Feature

    380 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL without damaging it while closing the lid. If a cut out is Using This Feature not available in the center console base, route the cable By using an iPod® cable, or an external USB device to away from the lid latch and in a place that will allow the connect to the USB port: lid to close without damaging the cable.
  • Page 383: Play Mode

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 381 • Jump backward in the current track by pressing and MP3 control mode, audio tracks (if available from audio device) start playing over the vehicle’s audio system. holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW button long enough will jump to the beginning of the Play Mode current track.
  • Page 384: List Or Browse Mode

    382 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to the next screen of data for that track. Once all List Or Browse Mode screens have been viewed, the last INFO button press During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described will go back to the play mode screen on the radio. below, will bring up Browse mode.
  • Page 385 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 383 • To exit Browse mode without making a selection, press the first item of that letter within the entire list. When the same PRESET button again to go back to Play a browse subcategory is selected and contains no mode.
  • Page 386: Bluetooth® Streaming Audio (Btsa)

    384 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL device first, then it will get streamed to the Uconnect® WARNING! phone system. Seven devices can be paired to the Uconnect® phone system, but just one can be selected Do not plug in or remove the iPod® or external USB and played.
  • Page 387: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 385 Previous Track Use the SEEK DOWN button, or press the VR button on the radio and say “Previous Track,” to jump to the previous music track on your cellular phone. Browse Browsing is not available on a Bluetooth® Streaming Audio (BTSA) device.
  • Page 388: Radio Operation

    386 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pressing the center button will make the radio switch CD Player between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/ Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next CD/HDD/AUX, 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 eight...
  • Page 389: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 387 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular disc, it may be damaged (e.g., scratched, reflective coat- To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following ing removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) precautions: oversized, or have protection encoding.
  • Page 390: Climate Controls

    388 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. This system can be operated through either the controls on the instrument panel or through the Uconnect® 8.4 system display if equipped.
  • Page 391 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 389 • Recirculated air is not allowed in Defrost modes. If 2. Recirculation Control the Recirculation button is pressed while in this Pressing the Recirculation Control button will temporar- mode, the LED indicator will flash several times then ily put the system in recirculation mode.
  • Page 392 390 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • ECONOMY MODE NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected, check the front of the A/C condenser If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn located in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt OFF the indicator light and the A/C compressor.
  • Page 393 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 391 • Mix NOTE: The center instrument panel outlets can be aimed so that they are directed toward the rear seat passengers Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side for maximum airflow to the rear. window demist outlets.
  • Page 394 392 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Electronic Rear Window Defrost CAUTION! Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indica- the heating elements: tor in the button will illuminate when the rear window •...
  • Page 395: Uconnect® 8.4 Climate Controls - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 393 Uconnect® 8.4 Climate Controls — If Equipped Soft-Keys Hard-Keys Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® 8.4 system screen. The hard-keys are located below the Uconnect® 8.4 screen, in the center of the instrument panel. Uconnect® 8.4 Automatic Temperature Controls — Soft-Keys Automatic Climate Controls —...
  • Page 396 394 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys automatic mode to switch to manual operation. The And Soft-keys) speeds can be selected using either hard-keys or soft-keys as follows: 1. A/C Button Hard-key Press and release to change the current Air Conditioning The blower speed increases as you turn the control (A/C) setting, the indicator illuminates when A/C is ON.
  • Page 397 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 395 increase when Defrost mode is selected. If the front CAUTION! (Continued) defrost mode is turned off the climate system will return • Use care when washing the inside of the rear the previous setting. window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on 5.
  • Page 398 396 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 7. Passenger Temperature Control Down Button 10. Driver Temperature Control Down Button Provides the passenger with independent temperature Provides the driver with independent temperature con- control. Push the button for cooler temperature settings. trol. Push the button for cooler temperature settings. NOTE: Pressing this button while in Sync mode will NOTE: In Sync mode, this button will also automatically automatically exit Sync.
  • Page 399 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 397 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 400: Climate Control Functions

    398 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 13. SYNC NOTE: • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, Press the Sync soft-key to toggle the Sync feature On/Off. The Sync indicator is illuminated when this feature is select Defrost mode and increase blower speed. enabled.
  • Page 401: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 399 selected. Push the button a second time to turn off the 2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the Recirculation mode and allow outside air into the vehicle. system to maintain by adjusting the driver and pas- senger temperature hard or soft control buttons (7, 8, NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may 13, 14).
  • Page 402: Operating Tips

    400 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric The operator can also select the direction of the airflow units by selecting the US/M customer-programmable by selecting one of the available mode settings. A/C feature.
  • Page 403 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 401 Winter Operation Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side win- Use of the air Recirculation mode during Winter months dow fogging becomes objectionable, increase blower is not recommended because it may cause window speed to improve airflow and clearing of the side win- fogging.
  • Page 404 402 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Outside Air Intake A/C Air Filter Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the The climate control system filters outside air containing windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves dust, pollen and some odors. Strong odors cannot be collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they totally filtered out.
  • Page 405: Starting And Operating

    STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS ▫ Turbocharger “Cool Down” — If Equipped . . .411 STARTING PROCEDURES ....407 ▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ..407 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER —...
  • Page 406 404 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM ..446 (1.4L Turbo Engine Only — DDCT) ..419 ▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ... .447 ▫...
  • Page 407 STARTING AND OPERATING 405 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION ..469 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS ..482 ▫ Tire Pressure ......469 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) .
  • Page 408 406 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Materials Added To Fuel ....495 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ....505 ▫...
  • Page 409: Starting Procedures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 407 STARTING PROCEDURES WARNING! (Continued) Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. in a location accessible to children), and do not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with WARNING! Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
  • Page 410: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped

    408 STARTING AND OPERATING • If the key will not turn and the steering wheel is Normal Starting locked, rotate the wheel in either direction to relieve Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button pressure on the locking mechanism and then turn the key.
  • Page 411 STARTING AND OPERATING 409 To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN START/STOP Button (engine not running) position and the transmission is in PARK, the system will automatically time out after 30 1.
  • Page 412: Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C)

    410 STARTING AND OPERATING • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time Extended Park Starting to place the ignition to the RUN position (EVIC will NOTE: Extended Park condition occurs when the vehicle display “ON/RUN”), has not been started or driven for at least 35 days. •...
  • Page 413: If Engine Fails To Start

    STARTING AND OPERATING 411 If Engine Fails To Start CAUTION! If the engine fails to start after you have followed the To prevent damage to the starter, do not continuously “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce- crank the engine for more than 25 seconds at a time. dures, it may be flooded.
  • Page 414: Engine Block Heater - If Equipped

    412 STARTING AND OPERATING ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits WARNING! quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a You or others could be injured if you leave the grounded, three-wire extension cord.
  • Page 415: Shifting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 413 Shifting Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds Fully press the clutch pedal before shifting gears. As you To utilize your manual transmission efficiently for both release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator fuel economy and performance, it should be upshifted as pedal.
  • Page 416: Downshifting

    414 STARTING AND OPERATING Downshifting CAUTION! Moving from a high gear down to a lower gear is • Skipping gears and downshifting into lower gears recommended to preserve brakes when driving down at higher vehicle speeds can damage the engine steep hills.
  • Page 417 STARTING AND OPERATING 415 Maximum Recommended Downshift Speeds CAUTION! (Continued) • Failure to follow the maximum recommended CAUTION! downshifting speeds may cause the engine damage Failure to follow the maximum recommended down- and/or damage the clutch, even if the clutch pedal shifting speeds may cause the engine to overspeed is pressed.
  • Page 418: Automatic Transmission

    416 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! CAUTION! If you skip a gear while downshifting or downshift at too high of a vehicle speed, these conditions may Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- cause the engine to overspeed if too low of a gear is ing precautions are not observed: selected and the clutch pedal is released.
  • Page 419 STARTING AND OPERATING 417 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
  • Page 420: Key Ignition Park Interlock

    418 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the WARNING! (Continued) key fob in the ignition switch to warn you that this safety • Children should be warned not to touch the park- feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and ing brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
  • Page 421: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission

    STARTING AND OPERATING 419 Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (1.4L Turbo self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new Engine Only — DDCT) vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few The transmission gear position display (located in the hundred miles (kilometers).
  • Page 422 420 STARTING AND OPERATING The transmission shift lever has PARK, REVERSE, NEU- TRAL, DRIVE, and AutoStick® shift positions. Manual shifts can be made using the AutoStick® shift control (refer to “AutoStick®” in this section for further informa- tion). Moving the shift lever rearward (+) or forward (-) while in the AutoStick®...
  • Page 423 STARTING AND OPERATING 421 NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. grade. This is especially important when the engine is cold. WARNING! PARK (P) •...
  • Page 424 422 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
  • Page 425 STARTING AND OPERATING 423 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a position to the ON/RUN position, and also press number of reasons.
  • Page 426 424 STARTING AND OPERATING • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever WARNING! will not move out of PARK. Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the REVERSE (R) ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
  • Page 427 STARTING AND OPERATING 425 • At low speeds you may hear mechanical noises similar DRIVE (D) to a manual transmission as the transmission changes This range should be used for most city and highway gears. These noises are normal and will not damage driving.
  • Page 428 426 STARTING AND OPERATING When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as below. Allow the engine to idle briefly with the transmis- when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi- sion in PARK in order to warm the fluid. Normal tions, in hilly terrain, or traveling into strong head operation will resume once the transmission temperature winds), use the AutoStick®...
  • Page 429 STARTING AND OPERATING 427 MESSAGE DESCRIPTION GEAR NOT AVAILABLE In AutoStick® mode, the gear selected by the driver is not available due to a fault condition. See your authorized dealer for diagnosis and service. SHIFT NOT ALLOWED The gear position requested by the driver is currently blocked. This occurs if: RE- VERSE is requested while moving (at 6 mph [10 km/h] or faster), if DRIVE is re- quested while moving backwards (at 6 mph [10 km/h] or faster), or if (in AutoStick®...
  • Page 430 428 STARTING AND OPERATING MESSAGE DESCRIPTION AUTOMATIC MODE The transmission is unable to shift itself automatically, due to a fault condition. NOT AVAILABLE Use the AutoStick® mode to shift the transmission manually. See your authorized dealer for diagnosis and service. REDUCE GEAR The transmission pump is overheating.
  • Page 431 STARTING AND OPERATING 429 MESSAGE DESCRIPTION SERVICE SHIFTER A shift lever fault has been detected. See your authorized dealer for diagnosis and service. ENGAGE PARK BRAKE The sensor that confirms PARK engagement is not functioning properly. Engage the parking brake to ensure that the vehicle will not roll when in PARK. Transmission Limp Home Mode In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the...
  • Page 432: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (2.0L And 2.4L Engine Only - 6F24)

    430 STARTING AND OPERATING 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no PARK (refer to “Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock Sys- longer detected, the transmission will return to normal tem” in this section). To drive, press the lock button on operation.
  • Page 433 STARTING AND OPERATING 431 (refer to “AutoStick®” in this section for further informa- Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in tion). Moving the shift lever rearward (+) or forward (-) motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving the while in the AutoStick®...
  • Page 434 432 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If parking brake. Always apply the parking brake your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
  • Page 435 STARTING AND OPERATING 433 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 436 434 STARTING AND OPERATING • Look at the transmission gear position display and CAUTION! verify that it indicates the PARK position. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF will not move out of PARK.
  • Page 437 STARTING AND OPERATING 435 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 438 436 STARTING AND OPERATING If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operat- Mode is activated. In this mode, the transmission remains ing limits, the transmission controller will modify the in fourth gear regardless of which forward gear is transmission shift schedule and expand the range of selected.
  • Page 439 STARTING AND OPERATING 437 • The transmission fluid has reached an adequate tem- 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no longer detected, the transmission will return to normal perature. operation. • The engine coolant has reached an adequate tempera- NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- ture.
  • Page 440: Autostick

    438 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Engagement of the torque converter clutch is Operation inhibited at very cold temperatures. Because the engine When the shift lever is in the AutoStick® position (beside speed is higher when the torque converter clutch is not the DRIVE position), it can be moved forward and engaged, it may seem as if the transmission is not shifting rearward.
  • Page 441 STARTING AND OPERATING 439 • If the system detects powertrain overheating, the reached. The transmission will upshift only when commanded by the driver. Engine overspeed protec- transmission will revert to automatic shift mode and tion is provided by the engine controls. remain in that mode until the powertrain cools off.
  • Page 442: Driving On Slippery Surfaces

    440 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES Traction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Acceleration wedge of water to build up between the tire and road Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- surface.
  • Page 443: Driving Through Water

    STARTING AND OPERATING 441 DRIVING THROUGH WATER Shallow Standing Water Driving through water more than a few inches/ Although your vehicle is capable of driving through centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure shallow standing water, consider the following Cautions safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.
  • Page 444: Parking Brake

    442 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause damage • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans- (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
  • Page 445 STARTING AND OPERATING 443 When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON position, the “Brake Warning Light” in the instrument cluster will illuminate. NOTE: • When the parking brake is applied and the automatic transmission is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning Light”...
  • Page 446 444 STARTING AND OPERATING of PARK. The parking brake should always be applied WARNING! (Continued) whenever the driver is not in the vehicle. • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or in a location accessible to children), and do not WARNING! leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with •...
  • Page 447: Power Steering

    STARTING AND OPERATING 445 CAUTION! WARNING! If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on with the Continued operation with reduced assist could pose parking brake released, a brake system malfunction a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an obtained as soon as possible.
  • Page 448: Electronic Brake Control System

    446 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: vehicle stability and control in various driving condi- tions. • Even if the power steering assistance is no longer operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. WARNING! Under these conditions there will be a substantial increase in steering effort, especially at low speeds and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent the during parking maneuvers.
  • Page 449: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 447 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) You also may experience the following when the brake system goes into anti-lock: The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides increased • The ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a vehicle stability and brake performance under most short time after the stop).
  • Page 450 448 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of phys- • The ABS contains sophisticated electronic equip- ics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase ment that may be susceptible to interference braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded caused by improperly installed or high output by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or...
  • Page 451: Brake Assist System (Bas)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 449 Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light If both the “Brake System Warning Light” and the “ABS Warning Light” remain on, the ABS and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) systems are not functioning. The “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” moni- Immediate repair to the ABS system is required.
  • Page 452: Traction Control System (Tcs)

    450 STARTING AND OPERATING across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is WARNING! spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning.
  • Page 453: Trailer Sway Control (Tsc)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 451 ERM can only reduce the chance of wheel lift occurring Trailer Sway Control (TSC) during severe or evasive driving maneuvers. It cannot TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an exces- prevent wheel lift due to other factors, such as road sively swaying trailer.
  • Page 454: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)

    452 STARTING AND OPERATING during this short period of time, the system will release WARNING! brake pressure and the vehicle will roll down the hill. The • TSC cannot stop all trailers from swaying. Always system will release brake pressure in proportion to the amount of throttle applied as the vehicle starts to move in use caution when towing a trailer and follow the the intended direction of travel.
  • Page 455 STARTING AND OPERATING 453 5. Engage park brake. HSA Activation Criteria The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to 6. Start engine and wait for ESC OFF lamp to turn off. activate: 7. Apply brake pedal. • Vehicle must be stopped. 8.
  • Page 456 454 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 457: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 455 applying the brake of the appropriate wheel. Engine WARNING! (Continued) power may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain • Failure to follow these warnings may cause the the desired path. vehicle to roll down the incline and could collide ESC reduces engine torque and applies brake pressure to with another vehicle, object or person, and cause select individual wheels to mitigate vehicle under-steer...
  • Page 458 456 STARTING AND OPERATING Full On WARNING! This is the normal operating mode for ESC. Whenever • When in Partial Off mode, the TCS functionality the vehicle is started the system will be in this mode. This of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature de- mode should be used for most driving situations.
  • Page 459 STARTING AND OPERATING 457 situation requiring “Partial Off” mode is overcome, turn The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” also ESC back on by momentarily pressing the “ESC Off” flashes when the Traction Control System (TCS) or trailer button. This may be done while the vehicle is in motion sway is active.
  • Page 460: Tire Safety Information

    458 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Off Indicator Light TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings The “ESC OFF Indicator Light” indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is partially off. In some cases, when accelerating from stop on steep grades, it may be beneficial to turn off ESC. Once the grade ascent is complete, ESC can be turned on again.
  • Page 461 STARTING AND OPERATING 459 NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. ing the size designation. Example: LT235/85R16. design standards.
  • Page 462 460 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 463 STARTING AND OPERATING 461 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 464: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    462 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard however, the date code may only be on one side.
  • Page 465: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 463 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 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
  • Page 466: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    464 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 467 STARTING AND OPERATING 465 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 468 466 STARTING AND OPERATING Loading To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle.
  • Page 469 STARTING AND OPERATING 467 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- NOTE: sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
  • Page 470 468 STARTING AND OPERATING...
  • Page 471: Tires - General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 469 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 472: Tire Inflation Pressures

    470 STARTING AND OPERATING stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle NOTE: to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
  • Page 473 STARTING AND OPERATING 471 judgement when determining proper inflation. Tires Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range may look properly inflated even when they are under- of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with inflated. temperature changes. •...
  • Page 474: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation

    472 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 475: Tire Types

    STARTING AND OPERATING 473 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 476: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped

    474 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 477: Spare Tires - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 475 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 478 476 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 479: Tire Spinning

    STARTING AND OPERATING 477 Tire Spinning WARNING! When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Limited-use spares are for emergency use only. In- spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- handling.
  • Page 480: Tread Wear Indicators

    478 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the to help you in determining when your tires should be tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
  • Page 481: Replacement Tires

    STARTING AND OPERATING 479 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 482: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)

    480 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
  • Page 483 STARTING AND OPERATING 481 • Install on Front Tires CAUTION! (Continued) • Due to limited clearance, a 225/45R17 tire with a • Because of restricted traction device clearance be- Security Chain Company (SCC) Super Z6 low profile tween tires and other suspension components, it is traction device or equivalent is recommended important that only traction devices in good condi- tion are used.
  • Page 484: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    482 STARTING AND OPERATING These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. CAUTION! (Continued) The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tions on the method of installation, operating tires.
  • Page 485: Tire Pressure Monitoring

    STARTING AND OPERATING 483 The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the does not apply to some directional tires that must not be driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- reversed.
  • Page 486 484 STARTING AND OPERATING also increase as the vehicle is driven - this is normal and driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in there should be no adjustment for this increased pres- order for the TPMS to receive this information. sure.
  • Page 487 STARTING AND OPERATING 485 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, • The TPMS has been optimized for the original always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve warning have been established for the tire size stem, which could damage the Tire Pressure Moni- equipped on your vehicle.
  • Page 488: Base System

    486 STARTING AND OPERATING Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev- stopping ability. els. Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure readings to the Receiver •...
  • Page 489 STARTING AND OPERATING 487 message and “Inflate Tire to XX” message will be dis- Service TPMS Warnings played for a minimum of five seconds, and an audible The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on chime will be activated when one or more of the four and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid when a active road tire pressures are low.
  • Page 490 488 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. seconds and then remain on solid and a “SERVICE TPM SYSTEM” message will be displayed for a mini- 5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. mum of five seconds. NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare 4.
  • Page 491: Premium System - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 489 Premium System — If Equipped Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumi- mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev- nate in the instrument cluster and an audible chime will els.
  • Page 492 490 STARTING AND OPERATING cold placard pressure value. The system will automati- If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, cally update, the “Inflate Tire to XX” message will no providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault longer be displayed, the graphic display of the pressure no longer exists, the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale value(s) will stop flashing or return to their normal color,...
  • Page 493 STARTING AND OPERATING 491 NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare EVIC will display a “SERVICE TPM SYSTEM” mes- wheel and tire assembly. sage for a minimum of five seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure values. 1.
  • Page 494: General Information

    492 STARTING AND OPERATING vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes FUEL REQUIREMENTS above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to 1.4L Turbo Engine receive this information. General Information This engine is designed to meet all emis- This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and sion regulations and provide satisfactory RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
  • Page 495: Reformulated Gasoline

    STARTING AND OPERATING 493 Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to Reformulated Gasoline your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.”...
  • Page 496: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles

    494 STARTING AND OPERATING If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 CAUTION! fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: DO NOT use gasoline containing Methanol or gaso- • Operate in a lean mode line containing more than 10% Ethanol. Use of these •...
  • Page 497: Mmt In Gasoline

    STARTING AND OPERATING 495 MMT In Gasoline conditions and they would result in additional cost. Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the MMT (Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl) fuel. is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline Fuel System Cautions blended with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without...
  • Page 498: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    496 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition WARNING! malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune monoxide poisoning:...
  • Page 499: Adding Fuel

    STARTING AND OPERATING 497 1. Press the fuel filler door release switch (located on the WARNING! (Continued) driver’s side door trim). • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- 2. Open the fuel filler door, and remove the fuel filler tenance.
  • Page 500 498 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel CAUTION! (Continued) door from opening. If this occurs, lightly push on the fuel • To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top door to break the ice buildup and re-release the fuel door off”...
  • Page 501 STARTING AND OPERATING 499 NOTE: 3. Insert finger into half circle opening and pull flap open to access the cable. • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full. • Tighten the gas cap about one-quarter turn until you hear one click.
  • Page 502: Vehicle Loading

    500 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Pull the release cable. Vehicle Certification Label Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label attached to the driver’s door B-Pillar. The label contains the following information: • Name of manufacturer • Month and year of manufacture •...
  • Page 503 STARTING AND OPERATING 501 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Curb Weight The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full load must be limited so that you do not exceed the capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo...
  • Page 504: Trailer Towing

    502 STARTING AND OPERATING Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and TRAILER TOWING shorten useful service life. Heavier suspension compo- In this section you will find safety tips and information nents do not necessarily increase the vehicle’s GVWR. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle.
  • Page 505 STARTING AND OPERATING 503 exceed the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Certification Label” in “Starting and Operating” for The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear further information. axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles evenly.
  • Page 506 504 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Sway Control WARNING! The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be It is important that you do not exceed the maximum installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition that typically provides adjustable friction associated with can result if either rating is exceeded.
  • Page 507: Trailer Hitch Classification

    STARTING AND OPERATING 505 to the tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer When used in accordance with the manufacturer’s direc- Weight Ratings) chart for the Maximum GTW towable tions, it provides for a more level ride, offering more for your given drivetrain.
  • Page 508: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    506 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight 1.4L Turbo Engine Ratings) Trailer towing is not recommended. The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW Max. Tongue Wt. (Gross Trailer Wt.) (See Note) 2.0L and 2.4L Auto/...
  • Page 509: Trailer And Tongue Weight

    STARTING AND OPERATING 507 Trailer And Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the GTW on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely from side-to-side which will cause loss of con- trol of vehicle and trailer.
  • Page 510: Towing Requirements

    508 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 511 STARTING AND OPERATING 509 Perform the maintenance listed in the Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) Schedule. Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not information. When towing a trailer, never exceed the overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can GAWR or GCWR ratings.
  • Page 512 510 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- WARNING! (Continued) sures before trailer usage. • GCWR must not be exceeded. • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage • Total weight must be distributed between the tow before towing a trailer.
  • Page 513 STARTING AND OPERATING 511 • An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is WARNING! required when towing a trailer with electronically • Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic hydraulic brake lines.
  • Page 514 512 STARTING AND OPERATING The Trailer Tow Package may include a four-pin and seven-pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector. NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicle’s wiring harness. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle, but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.
  • Page 515: Towing Tips

    STARTING AND OPERATING 513 Manual Transmission — If Equipped If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing, all starts must be in first gear to avoid excessive clutch slippage. Automatic Transmission — If Equipped The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How- ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in DRIVE, use the AutoStick®...
  • Page 516 514 STARTING AND OPERATING • When using the speed control, if you experience speed (police, fleet, taxi, or frequent trailer towing). Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance in- drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until tervals.
  • Page 517: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 515 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission • Transmission in NEU- Flat Tow None NOT ALLOWED TRAL Dolly Tow Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Rear NOT ALLOWED...
  • Page 518 516 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions CAUTION! may be recreationally towed (flat towed) at any legal • DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an highway speed, for any distance, if the manual transmis- sion is in the NEUTRAL position. automatic transmission.
  • Page 519 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ▫ Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT ....527 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...519 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
  • Page 520 518 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ▫ Jump-Starting Procedure ....546 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...552 ▫...
  • Page 521: Hazard Warning Flashers

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 519 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the center of the instrument panel. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
  • Page 522: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications

    520 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • You can also turn the temperature control to maximum WARNING! heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a You or others can be badly burned by hot engine supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator.
  • Page 523: Torque Specifications

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 521 Torque Specifications Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/ Lug Nut/ Bolt Size Bolt Socket Size 100 Ft-Lbs (135 N·m) M12 x 1.25 19 mm **Use only Chrysler recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening. Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles.
  • Page 524 522 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be nut/bolt has been tightened twice. sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated against the wheel.
  • Page 525: Tirefit Kit - If Equipped

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 523 TIREFIT KIT — IF EQUIPPED TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation Small punctures up to ¼” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with TIREFIT. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. TIREFIT can be used in outside temperatures down to approximately -4°F (-20°C).
  • Page 526: Tirefit Usage Precautions

    524 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Using The Power Button Your TIREFIT kit is equipped with the following symbols Push and release the Power Button (4) once to to indicate the air or sealant mode. turn On the TIREFIT kit.
  • Page 527 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 525 the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded. • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the TIREFIT kit.
  • Page 528 526 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the source. vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the •...
  • Page 529: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 527 ground. This will provide the best positioning of the WARNING! (Continued) kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician to place the valve stem in this position before proceed- immediately.
  • Page 530 528 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the tire. valve stem.
  • Page 531 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 529 NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air pressure within 15 minutes: Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
  • Page 532 530 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES storage location. Quickly proceed to (D) “Drive Ve- WARNING! hicle.” TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the CAUTION! tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using TIREFIT. Do not exceed 55 mph (90 km/h) until the •...
  • Page 533 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 531 3. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in color) and 2. Disconnect the TIREFIT kit from the valve stem, screw the fitting at the end of hose (7) onto the valve reinstall the cap on the valve stem and unplug from 12 stem.
  • Page 534: Jacking And Tire Changing

    532 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement: 7. Return the TIREFIT kit to its storage location in the vehicle. 1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) (clear in color). JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING 2. Locate the round Sealant Bottle release button in the recessed area under the sealant bottle.
  • Page 535: Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 533 WARNING! (Continued) • Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack. • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes.
  • Page 536: Preparations For Jacking

    534 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Remove the fastener securing the jack and spare tire. 5. Remove the spare tire. WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- hicle.
  • Page 537: Jacking And Changing A Tire

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 535 NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle WARNING! when the vehicle is being jacked. Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the Jacking And Changing A Tire vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack WARNING! or changing the wheel.
  • Page 538 536 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a jack. • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. Jack Warning Label • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a CAUTION! service center where it can be raised on a lift.
  • Page 539 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 537 Jacking Locations Removing Jack Handle From Jack 1. Remove the spare tire, jack, and wheel bolt wrench. 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the wheel bolts, use the wheel bolt wrench NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the with two attachment points.
  • Page 540 538 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Before raising the vehicle, use the wheel bolt wrench to loosen, but not remove, the wheel bolts on the wheel with the flat tire. Turn the wheel bolts counter- clockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground.
  • Page 541 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 539 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 wheel bolts and tire. 7.
  • Page 542 540 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: CAUTION! • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the •...
  • Page 543 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 541 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack assembly using the means provided. Release the handle counterclockwise. parking brake before driving the vehicle. 10. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the 12.
  • Page 544: Road Tire Installation

    542 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Road Tire Installation Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. To ease the installation process for steel wheels with wheel covers, install two wheel bolts on the wheel which are on each side of the valve stem.
  • Page 545 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 543 snapping the cover over the two wheel bolts. Do not “Torque Specifications” in this section for proper lug use a hammer or excessive force to install the cover. bolt torque. If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench by your 4.
  • Page 546: Jump-Starting Procedures

    544 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Install the remaining wheel bolts with the threaded lug bolt torque. If in doubt about the correct tightness, end of the wheel bolt toward the wheel. Lightly have them checked with a torque wrench by your tighten the wheel bolts.
  • Page 547: Preparations For Jump-Start

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 545 NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack NOTE: The positive battery post is covered with a follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain access to the precautions.
  • Page 548: Jump-Starting Procedure

    546 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park WARNING! the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. ever the hood is raised.
  • Page 549 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 547 CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle post of the discharged battery. The resulting electri- or the discharged vehicle.
  • Page 550: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    548 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables CAUTION! in the reverse sequence: Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets Disconnecting The Jumper Cables draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not 1.
  • Page 551 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 549 pressing the accelerator. Use the least amount of accel- NOTE: Press the ESC off switch, to place the Electronic erator pedal pressure that will maintain the rocking Stability Control (ESC) system in “partial off” mode, motion, without spinning the wheels or racing the en- before rocking the vehicle.
  • Page 552: Shift Lever Override

    550 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Remove the rubber storage tray liner from the center WARNING! console, then lift up the front of the shift lever bezel, carefully disengage the bezel from the shift lever Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- housing, and slide it up to the top of the shift lever.
  • Page 553 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 551 5. Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool down into the access slot at the front of the shift lever assembly, and push and hold the white override release lever down. Shift Lever 7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. 8.
  • Page 554: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    552 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE NOTE: This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. Towing Condition WheelsOFF The Ground AUTOMATIC MANUAL TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Trans in NEUTRAL Dolly Tow Rear NOT ALLOWED...
  • Page 555: Automatic Transmission

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 553 Automatic Transmission for instructions on shifting the automatic transmission out of PARK for loading onto a flatbed truck. Automatic transmission vehicles must be towed with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. Manual Transmission •...
  • Page 557: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO ..557 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ...563 ▫ Engine Oil ......564 ENGINE COMPARTMENT —...
  • Page 558 556 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Adding Washer Fluid ....574 VEHICLE STORAGE ....601 ▫...
  • Page 559: Engine Compartment - 1.4L Turbo

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 557 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 2 — Engine Oil Level Indicator 6 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Fill 7 — Battery 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 8 —...
  • Page 560: Engine Compartment - 2.0L

    558 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Fill 6 — Battery 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Level Indicator 4 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 8 —...
  • Page 561: Engine Compartment - 2.4L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 559 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Engine Oil Fill 6 — Battery 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Level Indicator 4 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 8 —...
  • Page 562: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    560 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 563: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 561 persists, the message will appear the next time the Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- turn on the MIL.
  • Page 564: Replacement Parts

    562 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 565: Dealer Service

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 563 DEALER SERVICE WARNING! Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- You can be badly injured working on or around a nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you operations in an expert manner.
  • Page 566: Engine Oil

    564 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil CAUTION! Checking Oil Level • Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per- To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must form repairs and service when necessary could be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at result in more costly repairs, damage to other regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
  • Page 567 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 565 low end of the indicated range will result in the oil level Engine Oil Selection — 1.4L Turbo Engine at the full end of the indicator range. For best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions, the CAUTION! manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer- tified Grade SN or better and meet the requirements of...
  • Page 568 566 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 1.4L Turbo starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil filler Engine cap also states the recommended engine oil viscosity grade for your engine. MOPAR® SAE 5W-40 synthetic engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil®...
  • Page 569: Engine Oil Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 567 station or governmental agency for advice on how and WARNING! where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area. The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine Engine Oil Filter backfire.
  • Page 570: Tires

    568 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Tires WARNING! Checking For Tire Wear • Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can Once a month, check the tire inflation pressures and look burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid for unusual wear or damage.
  • Page 571: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 569 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! (Continued) For best possible performance, your air conditioner • The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer should not be disconnected and should only be at the start of each warm season.
  • Page 572 570 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R134a — If WARNING! Equipped • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental tioning system.
  • Page 573: A/C Air Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 571 the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning ser- The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet on the vice be performed by authorized dealer or other service lower right of center console. Perform the following facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
  • Page 574 572 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Disengage the retaining tab that secures the filter cover to the HVAC housing, and remove the cover. Air Conditioning Filter Removal 4. Install the A/C air filter with the air filter position indicators pointing in the same direction as removal. Filter Cover Retaining Tab When installing the filter cover, make sure the retain- 3.
  • Page 575: Body Lubrication

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 573 application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should CAUTION! be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to attention should also be given to hood latching compo- indicate airflow direction through the filter.
  • Page 576: Adding Washer Fluid

    574 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance.
  • Page 577: Exhaust System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 575 Exhaust System WARNING! The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and system.
  • Page 578 576 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- CAUTION! verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst leaded fuel only.
  • Page 579: Cooling System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 577 To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- Cooling System age: WARNING! • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- motion.
  • Page 580 578 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Coolant Checks NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add cool- ant properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 lead to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is months (before the onset of freezing weather, where needed to be added to the system please contact your applicable).
  • Page 581 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 579 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
  • Page 582 580 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant (antifreeze) solution.
  • Page 583 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 581 • Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom- WARNING! mended and can result in cooling system damage. If • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency, have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution.
  • Page 584 582 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfac- tory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is month. a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to rules for your community.
  • Page 585: Brake System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 583 • Do not overfill the coolant expansion bottle. • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in condenser clean.
  • Page 586 584 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE when the pads are replaced. However, low fluid level WARNING! may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a manual trans- possibly a collision.
  • Page 587 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 585 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master Parts”...
  • Page 588: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped

    586 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid. WARNING! (Continued) Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this • Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be the transmission fluid at the correct level using the damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
  • Page 589 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 587 Special Additives Fluid Level Check The manufacturer strongly recommends against using The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not any special additives in the transmission. require adjustment under normal operating conditions. Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered transmission has no dipstick.
  • Page 590: Manual Transmission - If Equipped

    588 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid and Filter Changes Should the transmission be leaking oil, the transmission should be serviced to correct the condition. Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the Frequency Of Fluid Change life of the vehicle.
  • Page 591 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 589 • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. parking, which exposes your vehicle to airborne contami- nants, road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, Washing extreme hot or cold weather and other extreme condi- • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- tions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and hicle in the shade using MOPAR®...
  • Page 592 590 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder that will •...
  • Page 593 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 591 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care CAUTION! • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
  • Page 594 592 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For tough stains, apply MOPAR® Total Clean or Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp equivalent, or a mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth, or MOPAR® Satin Select or equivalent. Do not use cloth and remove the stain.
  • Page 595 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 593 Glass Surfaces WARNING! All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. with MOPAR® Glass Cleaner or any commercial Many are potentially flammable, and if used in household-type glass cleaner.
  • Page 596 594 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Bezels 2. Dry with a soft cloth. Seat Belt Maintenance CAUTION! Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve- solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. hicle, read the installation instructions carefully.
  • Page 597: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 595 FUSES Interior Fuses The interior fuses are located on the drivers side under WARNING! the instrument panel. • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appro- priate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as Cavity Cartridge Mini...
  • Page 598 596 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse — 15 Amp Instrument Cluster — 10 Amp Diagnostic Port Blue — 10 Amp HVAC, Humidity — 10 Amp Universal Garage Sensor, In-Car Door Opener, EOM Temperature Sen- —...
  • Page 599: Underhood Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 597 Underhood Fuses Cavity Maxi Mini Fuse Description Fuse The Power Distribution Center is located on the right side of the engine compartment, behind the battery. 70 Amp — Body Control Module #1 60 Amp — Body Control Blue Module #2 30 Amp...
  • Page 600 598 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Maxi Mini Fuse Description Cavity Maxi Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse — 5 Amp Radiator Fan — 20 Amp Engine Control Yellow Module — 10 Amp — 10 Amp A/C Compressor Clutch — 20 Amp Run/Start, Engine —...
  • Page 601 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 599 Cavity Maxi Mini Fuse Description Cavity Maxi Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse — 20 Amp Power Outlet — 10 Amp Sunroof, LRSM, Yellow (Console) Power Outlet (Console), UCI/ 60 Amp — Interior PDC Bat- AUX Port, Cigar Blue tery Feed, Power Lighter...
  • Page 602: Body Control Module (Bcm) Fuses

    600 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Control Module (BCM) Fuses Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse Cavity Car- Mini Description Fuse tridge Fuse — 10 Amp Instrument Panel Fuse Cluster — — Spare — 20 Amp Door Locks — 15 Amp Left Headlamp Yellow Blue...
  • Page 603: Vehicle Storage

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 601 Cavity Car- Mini Description Cavity Car- Mini Description tridge Fuse tridge Fuse Fuse Fuse — Pneumatic Lumbar — Front Fog Lamps – Support Left Brown Brown — Cd/Hands-Free — High Beams (Shut- Module – ters) Brown Bluetooth/Radio Brown Display...
  • Page 604: Replacement Bulbs

    602 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of Exterior Bulbs service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the Bulb Number air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes Low Beam/High Beam HIR2 in the fresh air and high blower setting.
  • Page 605: Bulb Replacement

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 603 BULB REPLACEMENT High Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) The headlamps are a type of high voltage discharge tube. NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric headlamp switch off and the key removed.
  • Page 606: Backup Lamps

    604 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Backup Lamps 3. Twist the bulb socket one quarter turn counter clock- wise to remove. 1. Open trunk. 2. Remove trim cover. Bulb Socket Trim Cover...
  • Page 607 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 605 4. Replace bulb. 5. Twist the bulb socket one quarter turn clockwise to install. 6. Install trim cover. Backup Bulb...
  • Page 608: License Lamp

    606 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE License Lamp 1. Remove the screws securing the lamp to the rear fascia. 2. Remove the bulb and socket assembly. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket assembly and install the replacement bulb. 1 — License Lamp Bulb 2 —...
  • Page 609: Fluid Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 607 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) Fuel (1.4L Engines) 13.2 Gallons 50 Liters Fuel (2.0L/2.4L Engines) 14.2 Gallons 54 Liters Fuel (2.4L GT models only) 15.8 Gallons 60 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 1.4L Turbo Engine (SAE 5W-40 Synthetic, API Certified) 4 Quarts 3.8 Liters 2.0L Engine (SAE 0W-20, API Certified)
  • Page 610: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts

    608 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) or equivalent meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Engine Oil –...
  • Page 611 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 609 Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Spark Plugs – 1.4L Turbo Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.026 in [0.65 mm]). Spark Plugs – 2.0L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]). Spark Plugs –...
  • Page 612: Chassis

    610 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission (1.4L MOPAR® C635 DDCT/MTX Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to Turbo Engine) – If Equipped use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
  • Page 613 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .612 ▫ Required Maintenance ....613...
  • Page 614 612 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Severe Duty All Models Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle indicator system. The oil change indicator system will is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
  • Page 615 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 613 Required Maintenance At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses pages for required maintenance. and park brake. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil •...
  • Page 616 614 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect CV joint boots. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends and replace as necessary. Inspect brake linings, parking brake function. Additional Maintenance Replace the cabin/air conditioning filter.
  • Page 617 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 615 Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Replace the spark plugs (2.0L and 2.4L Engine).** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Change the transmission fluid (manual, or 1.4L turbo automatic) if using your vehicle for any of the follow- ing: trailer towing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert opera-...
  • Page 618 616 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage Or Time Passed (Whichever Comes First) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter (2.0L, 2.4L engines only) if you frequently drive: on rough or unpaved roads, on mountain roads, on short trips, in heavy city traffic during hot weather, or while towing a trailer, or if you use the vehicle for police, taxi, or in a commercial fleet.
  • Page 619 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 617 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 621: If You Need Consumer Assistance

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS ▫ Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..... . .621 Impaired (TDD/TTY).
  • Page 622 620 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ▫ Traction Grades ..... . .628 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....627 ▫...
  • Page 623: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 621 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 624: Chrysler Group Llc Customer Center

    622 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 625: In Mexico Contact

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 623 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 626: Warranty Information

    624 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 627: Mopar® Parts

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 625 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 628: Publication Order Forms

    626 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 629 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 627 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 630 628 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Traction Grades controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and and C.
  • Page 631 INDEX...
  • Page 632 630 INDEX ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ....447 Alarm Light ......316 Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .
  • Page 633 INDEX 631 Automatic Transmission ....416 Pair (Link) Uconnect® Phone To A Adding Fluid ......587 Mobile Phone .
  • Page 634 632 INDEX Capacities, Fluid ......607 Clean Air Gasoline ......493 Caps, Filler Cleaning Fuel .
  • Page 635 INDEX 633 Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...581 Daytime Running Lights ....237 Cooling System.
  • Page 636 634 INDEX Driving Emergency, In Case of Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing Freeing Vehicle When Stuck ....548 Water ....... .441 Hazard Warning Flasher .
  • Page 637 INDEX 635 Oil ........564 Automatic Transmission ....588 Oil Filler Cap .
  • Page 638 636 INDEX Fuel ........492 Fuses ........595 Adding .
  • Page 639 INDEX 637 GVWR ....... . .501 Heated Seats......224 Heater .
  • Page 640 638 INDEX Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ....594 Keys ........12 Interior Appearance Care .
  • Page 641 INDEX 639 Bulb Replacement ..... . .603 License ......606 Cruise .
  • Page 642 640 INDEX Loading Vehicle ......500 Frequency of Fluid Change ....588 Capacities .
  • Page 643 INDEX 641 Multi-Function Control Lever ....238 Viscosity ......566 Oil Filter, Selection .
  • Page 644 642 INDEX Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®) ....133 Radio Operation ......387 Phone (Pairing).
  • Page 645 INDEX 643 Remote Trunk Release..... . .45 Schedule, Maintenance .....612 Replacement Bulbs .
  • Page 646 644 INDEX Tilting .......223 Signals, Turn......111 Security Alarm .
  • Page 647 INDEX 645 Wheel, Heated ......249 Tilt Steering Column ..... . .248 Wheel, Tilt .
  • Page 648 646 INDEX Pressure Warning Light ....308 Weight .......506 Quality Grading .
  • Page 649 INDEX 647 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)..273 Uniform Tire Quality Grades ....627 Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .24 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector ..378 Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .
  • Page 650 648 INDEX Warnings and Cautions..... . .6 Windows ....... .41 Warranty Information .
  • Page 651 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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